Autograph Collection Hotels has officially entered the Philippine market with the opening of The Farm at San Benito, Autograph Collection — bringing a globally recognised wellness retreat into Marriott’s lifestyle hotel ecosystem for the first time. Set on 52 hectares of tropical landscape in Lipa, Batangas, the resort blends evidence-based medical wellness with immersive design and storytelling, marking a significant milestone for both the brand and the country’s wellness tourism sector.
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A Landmark Entry for Autograph Collection in the Philippines
Marriott International has expanded its presence in Southeast Asia with the debut of Autograph Collection Hotels in the Philippines, introducing The Farm at San Benito as its inaugural property in the market.
Located about 90 minutes south of Manila, the resort has long been recognised as one of Asia’s leading medical and wellness destinations. Its integration into Marriott Bonvoy’s Autograph Collection signals a strategic alignment between global hospitality reach and the growing demand for holistic, results-driven wellness travel.
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For Autograph Collection — known for hand-selected hotels defined by individuality and narrative-driven experiences — The Farm represents a natural fit.
“The Farm at San Benito embodies the Autograph Collection’s commitment to distinct perspective and meaningful experience,” said Duke Nam, Regional Vice President for Korea, Vietnam & Philippines, Marriott International. “From its evidence-based wellness programs to its deep connection with nature’s healing power, every element invites guests to slow down and engage in purposeful transformation.”
A Wellness Pioneer with Global Recognition
Established more than 20 years ago, The Farm at San Benito was among the first destinations in the Philippines to pioneer detox-based, medically supervised wellness programs.
Over the years, it has built an international reputation for personalised, integrative care led by a multidisciplinary team of doctors, therapists, nutritionists, and healers trained across functional, lifestyle, and integrative medicine. Guests travel from around the world not only for rest, but for structured programmes designed to address chronic stress, metabolic health, and long-term wellbeing.
A Setting Where Nature and Storytelling Intersect
True to the Autograph Collection ethos — Exactly Like Nothing Else — The Farm is shaped by both its natural environment and symbolic storytelling.
At the heart of the property stands a 300-year-old Mango Tree, believed to sit at the intersection of two energy lines. Each evening, guests are invited to take part in a lantern-lit procession culminating in a candle ceremony at the tree — a ritual centred on intention-setting, reflection, and connection with nature.
Throughout the resort, gardens, pathways, lagoons, and contemplative spaces reinforce a sense of stillness and renewal, positioning nature not as a backdrop, but as an active participant in the wellness journey.
Accommodations Designed as Private Sanctuaries
The resort features 70 wellness accommodations, each designed to prioritise privacy, space, and connection to the natural surroundings.
Options include:
- Palmera Suites
- Anahaw Villas with private gardens
- Bamboo Villas immersed in greenery
- Narra Pool Villas with private pools
- Mahogany and Acacia Pool Residences with expansive living areas
- Isla Royal Villa, the resort’s most exclusive accommodation
Each residence blends tropical architecture with understated luxury, creating personal sanctums tailored for rest and restoration.
Farm-to-Table Dining with a Healing Focus
Food plays a central role in The Farm’s wellness philosophy, supported by a 5,700-square-metre organic garden that supplies much of the produce used across its restaurants.
The resort offers five distinct dining concepts:
- ALIVE! – immune-boosting vegan cuisine
- Prana – Indian vegetarian dishes with healing spices
- PESCE – Mediterranean-pescetarian fare
- Soufflé de Vie – raw vegan desserts and treats
- The Upperdeck – heart-healthy dishes using pasture-raised ingredients
Menus are designed not only for flavour, but for nutritional balance and long-term health benefits.
Structured Wellness Journeys, Backed by Expertise
The Farm offers four core wellness programmes:
- Pure Body Reset
- Resilience & Recovery
- The Sanctuary of Self
- Metabolic Reboot
Each programme integrates medical diagnostics, therapeutic treatments, mindful movement, and tailored nutrition. For guests seeking a more customised approach, The Signature Path provides bespoke wellness plans created by the resort’s multidisciplinary medical team.
Visiting practitioners from around the world also rotate through the property, introducing diverse healing modalities throughout the year.
Purpose-Built Spaces for Healing and Reflection
Facilities across the resort are organised into dedicated sanctuaries, including:
- Wellness & Integrative Medical Sanctuary for diagnostics and non-invasive therapies
- Spa & Mindful Living Sanctuary offering Filipino and global healing rituals
- Aqua Hydrotherapy Sanctuary with pools, contrast baths, and steam therapies
Sacred spaces such as The Labyrinth, Big Lagoon, Temple of Five Elements, and the Mango Tree provide environments for meditation, movement, and quiet contemplation.
Joining Marriott Bonvoy’s Global Network
Now part of Marriott Bonvoy, The Farm at San Benito allows members to earn and redeem points while accessing the brand’s personalised digital tools through the Marriott Bonvoy app.
“True wellness is a deeply personal journey,” said Giuliano Callegaro, General Manager of The Farm at San Benito, Autograph Collection. “Here, every treatment is personalised, every experience is intentional, and every moment invites deeper connection — with nature, with others, and with oneself.”
At a Glance
- Hotel: The Farm at San Benito, Autograph Collection
- Location: Lipa, Batangas, Philippines
- Brand Debut: First Autograph Collection hotel in the Philippines
- Setting: 52 hectares of tropical landscape
- Focus: Medical wellness, integrative care, nature-led healing
- Accommodations: 70 suites, villas, and residences
- Dining: Five farm-to-table, wellness-focused concepts
- Loyalty Program: Marriott Bonvoy
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