Living the high life with a staycation

You don’t have to hop on a plane or drive the whole day to have an amazing weekend getaway.

These days, couples, families and even individuals are saving money for exciting staycations—a fancy term for taking time off from work to enjoy life near home.

In contrast to destination vacations, a staycation feels more like getting “the most bang for your buck” by staying in these nearby destinations.

Economics aside, staying at nearby destinations like a fancy hotel for a vacation can be enormously restorative, transformative and can fit much better into one’s schedule.

Often, a hotel will be part of that list of the best staycation destinations in the metro, and here are some of them.

Aruga by Rockwell

Aruga by Rockwell has 114 apartments fully furnished in the Asian Contemporary style

After decades of redefining luxury living, Rockwell Land recently decided to make its foray into accommodations and leisure options with the development of Aruga by Rockwell.

Located within Rockwell Center in Makati, Aruga keeps Rockwell’s signature brand of exclusivity and luxury.

Aruga by Rockwell has 114 apartments fully furnished in the Asian Contemporary style, infused with the Rockwell signature of sophisticated interior design and quality finishes.

These apartments are crafted to suit the needs, with units ranging from studios to one- and two-bedroom that fit the lifestyle of a jet-setting individual or the touring family.

Aruga by Rockwell offers an e-lounge, meeting room, function rooms, fully equipped gym, swimming pool, coffee shop, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour security, business center services and even airport transfer service.

La Breza Tower (The Breeze)

LA BREZA boasts 22 storeys of mixed-used development

Sta. Lucia Land Inc. brings into fruition its first condominium project in Metro Manila, The La Breza Tower (The Breeze) which boasts 22 storeys of mixed-used development designed by WV Coscolluela and Associates.

Interiors are well-appointed, designed along modern yet comfortable lines by Songsong & Periquet.

It offers 64 rooms with cuts ranging from studio, deluxe to one- and two-bedroom suites, complete with amenities that a modern traveler requires including fully equipped gym and swimming pool. The Café La Breza at the hotel’s ground floor serves scrumptious Filipino and international dishes.

Located along Mother Ignacia street in Quezon City, The La Breza Tower is also within walking distance to entertainment destinations including ABS-CBN and GMA-7.

Seda Hotel

The Seda brand of hotel, operated by Ayala Land Hotels and Resorts Corp., offers a new experience in hospitality—urban lifestyle hotels.

Each property under the Seda brand, whether it’s in Taguig, Laguna, Palawan, Iloilo, Cebu, Cagayan de Oro, or Davao, fuses contemporary design with the local vibe to create an inviting place where relaxation, play, and work can mix.

Seda Bonifacio Global City, in particular, presents an urban retreat that fits the cosmopolitan lifestyle of travelers in search of a vibrant destination right within the city. It  is right next to Bonifacio High Street which offers a myriad of options for shopping, dining, and entertainment.

While Seda BGC offers topnotch modern conveniences, customer service remains as traditional as its philosophy of being the “home of Filipino hospitality.”

Makati Diamond Residences

Makati Diamond Residences is located along Legazpi street right across Greenbelt 1

Makati Diamond Residences is located along Legazpi Street right across Greenbelt 1.

Guests will surely appreciate Alfred, which like its namesake butler, reliably offers 24-hour dining service and a selection of continental dishes. Guests could also enjoy a cup of Toby’s coffee or TWG tea paired with a sweet or savory pastry at Baked.

Fitness enthusiasts could also visit the hotel’s 24-hour gym that is equipped with the latest traditional and non-traditional equipment, including Keiser bikes, Versa Climbers and Versa Rowers. Personal trainers are also available to assist guests on their fitness routines. There’s also a TRX studio where one can develop strength and core stability using his or her own body weight.

Aside from complimentary breakfast buffet from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m. and snacks from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. one could always rely on the hotel’s 24 hour front desk, bell service, concierge service, express check out service, housekeeping service, laundry, dry cleaning and pressing service, mailing service as well as transportation service.