Nay Palad Hideaway

Set beside a private bay in Malinao, Philippines, Nay Palad Hideaway is a luxury resort in Siargao: coconut palms, mangrove channels, silky white sand and the rolling surf of the Pacific Ocean.

The architecture draws on traditional Filipino building styles using local hardwoods, rattan, bamboo and hand-finished details by Filipino artisans. Pathways lead through tropical greenery to the beach. Breezy lounges and low-slung pavilions keep the sea in view from each room and terrace.

Accommodation includes a small collection of private villas, among them the Ocean View Villa, Garden View Villa, Perlah Villa and Coral Villa. Each combines indoor and outdoor space with large daybeds, private pools or garden courtyards. Multi-bedroom layouts make this the perfect spot for a family holiday, while the more secluded villas are tucked deeper into the gardens.

The ocean is central to the experience at Nay Palad Hideaway. You can kayak through the surrounding mangrove forest, keeping an eye out for wild giant mud crabs and the rare Philippine duck, or head to the nearby Cloud 9 break for a surfing lesson. Yoga classes beside the sea and open-air massages are some of our favourite ways to relax to the sound of the waves.

There’s plenty of time to gather together too, with beach bonfires and an outdoor cinema beneath the palms. Dining can be arranged on the beachfront or in the garden with menus focused on tropical produce, grilled seafood and Filipino dishes prepared with local ingredients.