Located in the heritage town of Taal, Batangas, Paradores Del Castillo is a restored 19th century residence which has been restored into a bed and breakfast offering 7 air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi access. Paradores Del Castillo retains the Filipino colonial architecture, known as bahay-na-bato. The accommodations offers complimentary private parking. The property has a business center, and provides massage services. Each room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Bathrooms are either shared or private, and come with solar heated shower facilities and toiletries. You will find a shared lounge at the property, along with a tour desk and meeting/banquet facilities. Guests can enjoy the garden with a panoramic view of the adjacent towns such as Lemery, Calaca, Balayan Bay, the Pansipit River, and the Virgin of Caysasay Church. The Blue Note Bar offers a selection of refreshing drinks and beverages in the evenings. The historic Casa Villavicencio is 256 feet away. Paradores Del Castillo is 1312 feet from Taal Park, 1804 feet from St. Martin de Tours Basilica and 984 feet from Taal Public Market. Fantasy World is 13 mi away, while Puerto Galera and Tagaytay City are about 26 mi away. Ninoy Aquino Airport is located 43 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Asian, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 full beds
1 full bed
3 twin beds
and
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.7
Location
8.8
Free Wifi
6.9
High score for Taal
Select topics to read reviews:

Guests who stayed here loved

  • Cristino
    Philippines Philippines
    We recently stayed (7/21-7/22/24) at Paradores del Castillo Hotel in preparation for our prenup photoshoot, and it was an exceptional experience. From the moment we arrived, the staff were incredibly accommodating and friendly, especially the...
  • Melcathline
    Philippines Philippines
    The place is so beautiful and clean.. and the staff are very accommodating lastly the foods is also delicious
  • Richard
    United States of America United States of America
    Great historic building in a very historic neighborhood. The hotel has a beautiful pool
  • Candace
    Philippines Philippines
    Great value for money, spacious, clean and comfortable room. The staff were friendly and very accomodating. We'd happily stay here again.
  • Edgar
    Philippines Philippines
    It has an ambience of nostalgia. But still cozy. Had good night sleep every night. Less crowded. Lots of chairs and tables outside the room for us to spend day or night just lounging. The internet signal very strong anywhere within the property....
  • James
    Philippines Philippines
    Heritage house, friendly staff, nice rooms, clean, nice breakfast.
  • Martin
    Philippines Philippines
    The staff were friendly and accommodating. The place and experience were perfect.
  • Blanc
    Philippines Philippines
    Staff are very accomodating, super friendly and polite, warm hospitality, food is delicious, place is clean and cozy... It's like staying in a museum. Swimming pool and facilities are clean. We enjoyed our stay.
  • Randal
    United States of America United States of America
    The breakfast was wonderful and I love the historic ambience and the neighborhood.
  • Krouel
    Philippines Philippines
    In general, everything. Paradores del Castillo is an excellent place to stay whenever you want to visit Taal, the somewhat quaint, but noble, ancient capital of the Philippines. We have stayed at PDC on earlier occasions, and the staff is...

Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The property usually replies within a few days

  • Do you allow guests to use the pool?

    We do allow guests to use our pool but with safety protocols
    Answered on 11 August 2020
  • Does the guest need rapid test results?

    No rapid test result needed..
    Answered on 25 January 2021
  • what kind of food do you serve?

    We have local and international(pasta&pizza) food selection.
    Answered on 24 November 2020
  • Do you accept bank deposit or paymaya

    We accept bank deposit po or paypal
    Answered on 24 September 2019
  • Is the pool open? Are kids allowed?

    pool is open from 8am to 7pm yes po kids are allowd
    Answered on 13 October 2020
  • do you require travel pass or health certificate or covid19 testing from metro manila guests?

    NO required documents needed
    Answered on 12 January 2021
  • Still looking?

Host Info

Company review score: 9.5Based on 66 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

A Place in Time

Property info

Located in the heritage town of Taal, Batangas, Paradores Del Castillo is a meticulously restored 19th-century residence transformed into a boutique bed and breakfast. Offering 16 thoughtfully appointed air-conditioned rooms with complimentary WiFi access, our establishment epitomizes a seamless fusion of elegance and comfort. Embracing its vintage charm, the heart of our property hosts the main hotel, featuring an intimate collection of 9 rooms, complemented by adjacent annex houses. Guests can revel in the distinctive charm of our annex residences, which include the enchanting Casa Herencia with 2 rooms, the refined Casa Noble with 2 rooms, and the recently inaugurated Casa Maria, showcasing 3 rooms of unparalleled sophistication. Paradores Del Castillo retains the Filipino colonial architecture, known as bahay-na-bato. The accommodations offers complimentary private parking. The property has a business center, and provides massage services. Each room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Bathrooms are either shared or private, and come with solar heated shower facilities and toiletries. You will find a shared lounge at the property, along with a tour desk and meeting/banquet facilities. Guests can enjoy the garden with a panoramic view of the adjacent towns such as Lemery, Calaca, Balayan Bay, the Pansipit River, and the Virgin of Caysasay Church. The Blue Note Bar offers a selection of refreshing drinks and beverages in the evenings. The historic Casa Villavicencio is 256 feet away. Paradores Del Castillo is 1312 feet from Taal Park, 1804 feet from St. Martin de Tours Basilica and 984 feet from Taal Public Market. Fantasy World is 13 mi away, while Puerto Galera and Tagaytay City are about 26 mi away. Ninoy Aquino Airport is located 43 mi away.

Languages Spoken

English,Filipino

Area info

Amenities of Paradores Del Castillo
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Pool table
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Full-body massage
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Filipino

House rules
Paradores Del Castillo takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 11 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardJCBUnionPay credit cardDebit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

A prepayment deposit via bank transfer is required to secure your reservation. The property will contact you after you book to provide any bank transfer instructions.

===

Guests may use the swimming pool in Paradores Del Castillo's clubhouse in Taal, Batangas. Shuttle service is provided to and from the swimming pool area.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Paradores Del Castillo of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Paradores Del Castillo

  • Paradores Del Castillo offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Pool table
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Full-body massage
    • Walking tours
    • Swimming pool
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Paradores Del Castillo is 1,150 feet from the center of Taal. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Paradores Del Castillo is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Room options at Paradores Del Castillo include:

    • Triple
    • Double
    • Studio
    • Twin
    • Family
    • Villa
  • Guests staying at Paradores Del Castillo can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Asian
    • American
  • The prices at Paradores Del Castillo may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, Paradores Del Castillo is popular with guests booking family stays.