Autograph Collection · Premium
Barangay Tipacan, Lipa City
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An Autograph Collection wellness resort on 52 hectares in Lipa, Batangas, pairing a holistic medical spa, plant-based farm-to-table dining, and garden villas about two hours south of Manila.
Last updated August 6, 2026
The Farm at San Benito is an eco-luxury holistic wellness resort that joined Marriott's Autograph Collection in 2025 after more than two decades operating independently. Set on 52 hectares of tropical forest and gardens in Lipa City, Batangas, it centers on an integrated medical wellness program: onsite doctors, diagnostics, nutritional guidance, detox and cleanse protocols, and the multi-sanctuary Healing Spa with pools, flotation pods, infrared sauna, and thermal therapies. Reviewers across independent travel and wellness publications consistently praise the serene setting, warm and professional staff, and surprisingly delicious award-winning plant-based, farm-to-table cuisine, much of it grown onsite and served across restaurants including Alive!, Pesce, and SoufflE de Vie. Villas range from garden and pool villas to large luxury residences with private pools. Guests describe it as a genuinely restorative reset rather than a clinical facility, with abundant complimentary yoga, meditation, sound healing, and guided activities. Honest watch-outs recur: the strict detox programs can leave non-weight-loss guests hungry, the jungle setting means insects and wildlife, some older room categories such as the Palmera suites feel cramped, and pricing is firmly premium and not budget-friendly. As a wellness-first, multi-night destination with vegan-forward dining, it suits travelers seeking health-focused relaxation more than a conventional short city or beach stay. TripAdvisor ranks it #1 of the hotels in Lipa City with a 4.5 aggregate rating.
| Address | 119 Barangay Tipacan, Lipa City, Batangas 4217, Philippines |
|---|---|
| Brand Sub Brand | Autograph Collection |
| Neighborhood | Barangay Tipacan, Lipa City |
| Distance From Airport Km | 90 |
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Tatler Asia · Dudi Aureus · Jul 2025
Praises the 52-hectare forest setting, warm hospitality, and medical wellness center; highlights the Mahogany luxury residence, signature Hilot massage, and five farm-to-table restaurants serving organic vegan cuisine.
Laugh Travel Eat · Nam Cheah · Oct 2023
Calls it one of the best resorts stayed at, praising the fairy-tale infinity pool, 600-year-old mango tree, and delicious vegan food; notes yoga can feel too gentle and the property is not cheap.
Compare Retreats · Natalie Soderstrom · Sep 2019
Highlights personalized programming, award-winning plant-based cuisine, and three spa sanctuaries in a serene jungle setting; warns of occasional hunger on strict detox and jungle wildlife like bugs and toads.
The Sane Travel Blog · Anita Sane · Jan 2018
Rates it a first-class 4/5 retreat with excellent vegan food, attentive staff, and many complimentary activities; flags cramped Palmera suites, no public transport, high restaurant pricing, and a multi-night focus.
Health and Fitness Travel · Lisa Haidacher · Oct 2017
Praises the detailed health assessment, jungle-gym fitness and varied yoga classes, gourmet vegan dining at Alive!, and the Narra pool villa with private heated pool; notes the personalized wellness programming.
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One-Armed Wanderer · Jul 2024
Jobel & Gerard · Jul 2025
Travel Cheap Asia · Sep 2024
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Find out more about The Farm at San Benito, Autograph Collection
It sits on 52 hectares in Barangay Tipacan, Lipa City, Batangas, roughly 90 kilometers and about a two-hour drive south of Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila. Most guests arrange a private transfer, since there is no convenient public transport to the resort itself.
It is a holistic medical wellness resort, not a conventional hotel. Guests typically book multi-night programs combining doctor-led diagnostics, detox and cleanse protocols, spa therapies, yoga and meditation, and plant-based farm-to-table dining, all set within tropical gardens designed for rest and recovery.
Yes, dining is vegan and largely grown onsite, served across restaurants such as Alive!, Pesce, and SoufflE de Vie. Reviewers consistently report the cuisine is flavorful and satisfying, though guests who prefer meat or are traveling with non-participants should plan for the fully plant-based menus.
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