Dive Solana is a premier resort located in Anilao in southern Luzon. This splendid dive-dedicated resort offers scuba classes and underwater photography. Anilao Peninsula is surrounded by the Batangas Bay and the Balayan Bay, both famous their fabulous reefs and vast schools of colorful fish.

There are fourteen cottages that have private bathrooms, air- conditioning, balconies with beautiful sunset views, and are just steps away from the crystal clear water.

So in Solana, the food covers are from Sulu. The bedspreads were embroidered in Paranaque. the pillow cases from Taal, the soap essences from Tagaytay, the cushion covers are by the T’boli, the baskets by the Mangyans. The chocolate and the coffee come from the hills around us. Even the massage therapists are actually masters of the Filipino art of hilot!

More importantly, I had the honor and pleasure to interact with traditional craftsmen at work. I saw them thatching the roof. I saw them carving the columns. The result of their labors give the resort such an integral organic look because the skills used in creation arose from the land. The cogon roof and bamboo beams of our diving pavilion are so wonderful to look at that one almost forgets to get into one’s gear.
Of course, not everything is traditional. The chairs are plastic because they have to be left outdoors. But they are so cleverly made that they resemble their rattan models. And like their rattan counterparts they were also produced by hand using age-old methods.

The pottery is designed by foreigners, using imported methods as we do not have a tradition of high-fired glazed ceramics in the Philippines.

Dive Solana is a family-friendly resort, and there is plenty of space to run around and play. Swimming lessons, snorkeling, and sea kayaking are available. Three sumptuous buffet-style meals per day are served in the open-air restaurant overlooking the ocean. Whether on the fine white beachfront shaded by coconut and talisay trees, or underwater in the clear, cool depths of the bountiful sea, you are embraced by nature at its exotic best, and pampered by the friendliest and most hospitable staff and dive crew in the area.

How to get there

From Manila,

  1. Last Toll Gate of South Super Highway (Set Odometer to 0) 0.0 km
  2. Take Batangas/Lucena Exit (to your right) 3.4 km
  3. You’ll pass by the First Philippine Industrial Park at your right 9.9 km
  4. Take the Star Tollway at your right 11.0 km
  5. Turn left to take Batangas exit 33.6 km
  6. From Tollgate exit, turn right of San Jose Road
  7. You’ll Pass by San Fernando Air Base at your right 35.4 km
  8. Turn right at signal light going to Palanca 41.6 km
  9. Turn left to Bauan 48.4 km
  10. Caltex to your left, take the middle road (Going to Bauan) 52.2 km
  11. “Barangay Sta. Maria: Arc 65.9 km
  12. Welcome to the Municipality of Mabini” Arc 67.3 km
  13. Mabini Statie Triangle – Take Right 71.2 km
  14. Turn Left on road before the mabini town wet market/pier 72.8 km
  15. “Solana BEZO Resort” wooden sign to your right. Welcome! 83.3 km

More photos here

 

Rates

The following room rates are per person and per night:

Room Single Double Triple Quadruple
Beachfront Cottages 1-4 Php 4,650.00 Php 3,950.00 Php 3,716.67
Hillside Cottages 5-10 Php 4,417.00 Php 3,490.00 Php 3,180.83
Bahura Suite 11 Php 6,045.00 Php 4,760.00 Php 4,331.67
Twin Rocks 12 and 14 Php 5,580.00 Php 4,420.00 Php 4,033.33
Beatriz Suite 15 Php 6,045.00 Php 4,882.50 Php 4,495.00
Solana Suite 16 Php 6,045.00 Php 4,882.50 Php 4,4950.00 Php 4,301.25

Others:

  • Additional discount for longer stay (3 nights and above) apply.
  • Daytrip Rates are subject to 5% service charge
  • With Cottage – maximum of 4 pax per cottage at Php 2,000.00/person
  • Without Cottage – Php 1,500.00/person
  • *Daytrip includes buffet lunch and one light snack.
  • *Activities are extra
  • Entourage fee Php 1,400.00/person/night with staff food.
  • Rates are subject to 5% service charge.
  • Kids 7 yrs and under are Free of Charge.
  • Food included (any special diet requirements would require special arrangements made in advance).
  • Guests 8 yrs-12 yrs oldare charged a flat fee of Php 2,325.00/child
  • Rates are subject to 5% service charge.

Smoking Policy
For everyone’s safety, smoking is not permitted in any of the cottages, dining areas, or near the oxygen tank room storage. Smoking is only allowed on outside decks. We request that smokers be mindful of other guests by maintaining a respectful distance.
Diving

Near sites diving rates

Number of Divers

1 Dive per day

2 dives per day

1 Diver

P2,050.00

P3,100.00

2 Divers

P1,600.00

P1,950.00

3 Divers

P1,080.00

P1,500.00

4 Divers

P925.00

P1,250.00

5 Divers

P925.00

P1,250.00

Far sites diving rates 

Number of Divers

1 Dive per day

2 dives per day

1 Diver

P3,150.00

P4, 500.00

2 Divers

P1,900.00

P2,600.00

3 Divers

P1,640.00

P1,920.00

4 Divers

P1,200.00

P1,575.00

5 Divers

P1,060.00

P1,370.00

Boat, Tanks, Weights and Dive Master Fee are included but Diver’s User Fee of P150.00 per day is not included.

Amenities

  • Complete Bathrooms with Soap and Shampoo
  • Hot Water and Bidet
  • Power Generator
  • Souvenir Shop
  • Meditation Hut
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Air-Conditioned Rooms
  • Masseuse
  • Club House
  • Complete Scuba Diving Gear rental and Dive Guide Services
  • DVD player (King and Queen Suite)
  • Lodging for Chauffer and Help
  • Dining Area
  • Sundeck
  • Kid’s Activities

Activities

  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Windsurfing
  • Water-cycling
  • Trekking
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Taking a Swim with Your Dog
  • Under Water Photo Safaris
  • Reading

About the Author: WayPH

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30 Comments

  1. Theresa Eluna May 6, 2008 at - Reply

    Hello… can you please send me a qoutation through email add for overnight stay (check in time: 2 pm check out time 12 noon on the next day)for 24 adults and 7 children below 12 yrs. old with breakfast & dinner. Attach also your address/sketch, contact number&person and inclusion of your package.
    Plese kindly assist us to make a reservation.
    Thank you,
    Thess

  2. Lesley Guevarra May 2, 2008 at - Reply

    Hi! Can you send me the daytour rates of your resort? And its inclusions. Thank you.

  3. Jen Reyes May 2, 2008 at - Reply

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  4. Rachiele April 29, 2008 at - Reply

    Hello,
    Could you pls email me room rate for overnite stay? Target date is May.10-May.11 for 6pax or family room

    Thanks

  5. Sheryl April 24, 2008 at - Reply

    To : Dive Solana

    Good Day!

    Kindly send me your rates for 11 adult and 1 kid . My target date is May 1 for a whole day only ( 1 day) but its only tentative (maybe we can extend for overnight) how much would be the cost for a day? or overnight?. HOw much would be the entrance fee for adult and kid? Ur rate for ur cottage? Can we bring our own food? can we cook inihaw ?
    Appreciate your immediate reply.

    Thanks and Regards

  6. Sunday Taniegra April 23, 2008 at - Reply

    Can you give me a quotation for 70 pax and the event will be on May 7-10? Thanks.

  7. Sunday Taniegra April 23, 2008 at - Reply

    Can you accomodate 70 persons? Do you have a discount for group package? Can I have a quotation for 70 pax including meal? Thanks.

  8. Portia April 23, 2008 at - Reply

    Hi! Kindly send a quotation asap for our company team building either on May 24 & 25 or May 25 & 26 for 40 pax. Thanks!

  9. Drew April 21, 2008 at - Reply

    Good day! Im interested to know your rate on a daytour basis. Do you have cottages good for 20 persons?? I hope to hear from you soon.

  10. richard libo April 20, 2008 at - Reply

    hi.. could you pls send quotation for an overnight stay.. date: May 3-4…
    15-20 Pax…
    contact numbers: R.C. – 09064422374
    Dennis – 09277071834. thank you

  11. wacky April 17, 2008 at - Reply

    kindly give me a contct no. of your resort pls..a want to ask sana yung rates nyo po for 2. 2days 1 night.

  12. darlene agra April 17, 2008 at - Reply

    Greetings! Kindly submit a quotation for a family of 6 (5 adults and 1 child)for an overnight on April 28-29. Do you also have package meals?
    Can’t open th website of divesolana, can’t really picture out its amenities, please do submit. Tnx.

  13. Rex Ocampo April 9, 2008 at - Reply

    Kami mag kakapamilya ay may outing, mga 20 plus po kami.
    Magkano poh ang per head? Ang cottages? May Dagat din po ba dyan?
    Anu poh mga bawal dyan? At anu ang pd?
    Thanks….
    Taga ibaan ph kami….

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  14. annabelle April 9, 2008 at - Reply

    Please send me a quatotion of 40 persons , we will going to have a family reuninon onend of april 2008.
    Can we cook our own foods ? and bring our own drinks.(Day Swimming)

  15. Lyn April 8, 2008 at - Reply

    Hi,

    Please give me a quotation for overnight stay of 200 PAX. We will have our Church Retreat on April 26-27. I hope you can give me a good deal and discount. Our budget is between P50-60,000 for that overnight stay. But we are flexible and others can even stay outside the room, in tents or extra bed, etc.I’m looking forward for your prompt reply in my email address provided. Thank you very much and Best Regards!

  16. Romie April 3, 2008 at - Reply

    Good day!

    Hi there. My name is Romie Bautista, CCO/ PR/ Marketing of Days HOtel Batangas. I would like to know who is in charge of your marketing. Can I also get your complete address, contact nos.? Am planning to create a tour for our guests and currently looking for some interesting places to offer.

    Waiting for your quick reply.

    You may contact me at (043) 980 2886 / 7321 or 300 7436

    Thank you.

  17. erbin guillarte (etelecare global solutions) April 2, 2008 at - Reply

    Please send me a quotation for 15-20pax. This is for an overnight team building. Thank you!

    Erbin Guillarte
    0915-4945001

  18. marichelle reyes March 12, 2008 at - Reply

    please send quotation/package for 2 persons for 3days & 2nights, march 31 to april 2. tnx!

  19. Cristina Tabora February 21, 2008 at - Reply

    Dear Joel:
    Hope this finds you well! Had the chance to spend time with your cousin Elsie a few months ago, and it was fun to be caught up on yo9u and your world. When will you come back to visit in New York?

    I have a winner for the prize you donated to the Ma-Yi Fundraiser last year:

    “Christina,

    I was the one who won the Anilao raffle at last year’s Ma-Yi Theater benefit. We are just now trying to finalize plans for taking advantage of this opportunity. I will be leaving for the Philippines in about 10 days and would like to finalize reservations at Anilao before then.

    I would like to use my raffle winning for my self and my wife, Ramona Benitez McClelland and to add my son Bryan, my nephew Geordie and his wife Lindsay for which we would pay full fare. Can you reiterate the terms of the award and check to see if we can reserve dates of either March 17 – 19 or March 24 – 26?

    Can you let me know what I need to do to finalize arrangements.

    Regards,

    Glenn

    Glenn McClelland
    P.O. Box 2129
    Wolfeboro, N.H. 03894-2129”

    As you can see, he would like to calim his complimentary weekend with you, but he woulod also like to book two more rooms at rack rate for his party.

    Can you tell me if you can accommodate on either of the two dates he gave you above?

    All best,
    Cristina

  20. Patricia Verano February 11, 2008 at - Reply

    hello! can you give me an idea of the travel time from Makati City? also, can the resort cover at least 150 persons. It is for our 1-day company outing. Currently, we are still canvassing for venues. If you can give other details such as any packages that you offer, please do. Hoping for your quick response. Have a good day.

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