Lihim Resorts, the Luxury Lifestyle Awards winning resort for Best Luxury Beach Resort in El Nido, Philippines is an escape that welcomes its visitors to a transcendent experience inspired by a singular theme, nature. The walls, floors, and ceilings in this awe-inspiring retreat are designed to make you feel at one with your surroundings and free of any restraints.  

Located within the property, the Bacarrat Lounge is a cozy entertainment and relaxation room suited to intimate gatherings or business meetings. The natural aesthetic comes to life with a thatch ceiling and wooden finishes. Curl up with a book and a cup of aromatic tea in the Langka lounge, or request a beverage of choice from your butler service. Your preferences are catered to in this personalized and intimate South East Asian experience.   

Around the beautiful El Nido are lounges and beach clubs managed by Lihim Resorts. The Araw Lounge, perched upon the limestone of Ubogon Cove in Cadlao Lagoon is a serene bamboo villa that provides the perfect retreat between 09h00 and 16h00. Guests enjoy the crystal-clear waters and fresh seafood menu that this little nook provides. A cocktail with a view may be more to the taste of those in need of a respite from the day’s activities, and with breathtaking views of El Nido’s “golden hour”, the Tubigen Lounge in Pinagbuyutan is the ideal space for it. For a barefoot luxury experience, guests can visit Hayag Beach Club, a stunning beachfront property that has a wide stretch of beach, an island escape where one can take pleasure in an all-day happy hour, play volleyball, take a dip in the private lap pool, or simply just leisurely laze around.   

Each square meter of this green oasis is carefully crafted to slot easily into the breathtaking surroundings, including the many islands of Bacuit Bay, which many would describe as the Indian Ocean’s very own nirvana. Located in the northernmost tip of mainland Palawan, Bacuit Bay is a biodiversity treasure trove that would keep the most avid of explorers in awe. Pearlescent beaches, hidden lagoons, and mysterious caves make up this little piece of paradise, providing an endless array of exciting things to keep you busy.   

The word “Lihim” directly translates to “secret” in the Filipino language, and that is exactly what guests at Lihim Resorts can expect from this otherworldly contrast of rich forestation and crystalline waters. A secret escape in a tropical wonderland. Jean Henri Lhuillier, Araw Hospitality Group’s Chief Enlightener, explains a bit more about the team’s inspiration for naming the resort. “We wanted a Filipino name and something that aligned with the overall feel of the property, being in a densely forested area. I also wanted a name that was easy to recall and pronounce.”   

Stepping inside one of the 17 villas at Lihim Resorts is unlike anything else you’ve experienced before, as the private villas are just as rustic as the forests that surround them. The Presidential Villa is an expansive 146m2 private sanctuary, nestled in forest foliage, with a view of the ocean as clear as its waters. Pop into your plunge pool or refresh in your outdoor shower, before contemplating the beauty of the South East Asian landscape from your wrap-around balcony.   

The presidential villa comes with the option to rent your gym equipment, just in case the long journey around the islands wasn’t enough of a test. Lihim Resorts caters to all guests and therefore the room options are suited not only to large families but also to smaller groups or individuals looking to experience this beautiful retreat. The Luxury Villas provide the same quality of experience, with outstanding views and luxurious amenities, but a more practical 53m2 for those looking for an intimate resting area.   

Between the nature walk around this exotic wonderland, state-of-the-art tennis, and basketball courts, and daily yoga sessions, you are bound to build an appetite. The Gana restaurant reminds us that nature is the hero in this resort and welcomes guests with a true farm-to-table dining experience.   

Lihim Resorts offers its guests a luxury experience that celebrates the picturesque Filipino landscape that surrounds it, by incorporating nature in every villa, restaurant, and hut. In the words of Jean Henri Lhuillier “The Luxury of Experiences is something that unfolds itself at LIHIM.”, Which reflects the evolutionary nature of a natural retreat, where the growth of the trees and the climatic shifts become one with the guests, in a concert of togetherness in natural.   

The world is our oyster and Lihim Resorts celebrates this, by bringing us back to it, one sandy step at a time.  To learn more about this wonderful resort visit https://www.lihim.com/