Timberland Highlands Resort - San Mateo (Rizal)

Resort with panoramic views of Metro Manila skyline and Sierra Madre mountain ranges, set in a 22 acre mountain eco-development just 13 miles from Manila

Recreation and Outdoor Facilities

Timberland Highlands Resort sits within a 22 acre sports and recreational area that provides stunning views of the Metro Manila skyline and the Sierra Madre ranges. Guests can use the outdoor swimming pool, tennis court, billiards table, and the fitness center, while hiking trails are available within the resort grounds. The active zone includes a wall climb, basketball court, and pickleball court, all maintained for family and group activities.

Accommodations

Each air-conditioned room at Timberland Highlands Resort comes with a cable flat-screen TV and a private bathroom stocked with plush bathrobes and slippers. Some rooms offer private balconies that face the surrounding mountains or the city skyline. The resort also provides a water station on every floor and a working elevator lift for easier access between levels.

Dining Options

The on-site Ridge Cafe serves a breakfast buffet and a dinner buffet that includes selections such as kare-kare, biryani rice, and a shawarma station, with a dessert spread that features old-school fruitcake. Baker J, located near the front desk, offers coffee and pastries including ube sourdough and ensaymada. Evening bonfires with unlimited s'mores are available for guests, and the poolside Le Stelle restaurant provides al fresco dining with views of the city lights.

Wellness and Relaxation

A spa and wellness centre at Timberland Highlands Resort offers massage services, and guests can also book swimming lessons with a coach on-site. A resident nurse is available to provide immediate medical assistance during activities. The resort's quiet mountain setting, combined with the cool climate and fresh air, supports a focus on wellness and relaxation.

Activities for Families and Children

Children can use the kids' playroom, the wall climb, and the basketball and pickleball courts, while the swimming pool is supervised by lifeguards. The resort organizes bonfires with s'mores and provides a telescope for night sky watching. Group activities such as badminton and table tennis are available, though some require extra payment for court use.

• Location: 13 miles from Manila, 16 miles from Manila International Airport
• Views: Panoramic skyline of Metro Manila and Sierra Madre ranges
• Sports: 22 acre area with tennis, billiards, basketball, pickleball
• Dining: Ridge Cafe breakfast and dinner buffet, Baker J pastries
• Wellness: Spa, massage, swimming lessons, resident nurse
• Activities: Hiking, wall climb, bonfire with s'mores, telescope
• Family: Kids' playroom, lifeguard-supervised pool, family-friendly spaces