Taal Vista Hotel

8/10

Excellent

18 Feb 2026

Mia

Friendly staff

4/10

Poor

10 Feb 2026

Fe

We were put in a room that was old and dark. The furniture looks dirty, the tv doesn’t work until we called the maintenance, the phone didn’t have the directory, and the. Bathroom gets flooded.
Never again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2026

Chris

The friendliest staff! Always excellent customer service!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jan 2026

Luis

great staff

6/10

Pleasant

21 Jan 2026

MariaLuz

Staff are great but the room needs maintenance. The aircon was not good

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jan 2026

Jimmie

Taal Vista Hotel is truly one of a kind. This is not a hotel you compare to modern chain properties—and that’s exactly its charm. It’s historic, nostalgic, and carries an older, classic style that gives it real character. The rooms may feel dated to some, but that’s part of the experience. It’s not for everyone, but it was absolutely perfect for me and my family.

Many have already mentioned the beautiful views, and they are absolutely magical. Waking up to the scenery and enjoying it throughout the day truly elevates the entire stay and adds to the hotel’s timeless appeal.

The food was another highlight of our stay. There’s a great selection at very reasonable prices, and everything we tried—from the breakfast buffet to ordering à la carte from the menu—was delicious. A fun bonus was the trio of singers who perform for guests and will sing just about any song you request, which really added to the overall experience.

What truly sets Taal Vista apart is the staff. The level of hospitality is outstanding. Everyone—and I mean everyone—goes above and beyond to ensure your stay is comfortable and enjoyable. The team is consistently warm, friendly, and attentive. Special thanks to Bernadette and Joy, who made our stay especially memorable and made us feel genuinely pampered.

If you appreciate history, charm, magical views, great food, and exceptional service, Taal Vista is a place you’ll truly enjoy.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

17 Jan 2026

Rhyne

Breakfast was great
The room is far flung from the hotel long walk .
The dinner we ordered took almost 45 minutes to arrive and they missed one of the orders
The green salad I substituted to a healthier choice was charged at the same price as the full concoction chefs salad
The olive oil they used was questionable.

Very limited and expensive wine selection .
The hotel itself had a musty smell and the outlets did not work well .

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jan 2026

Rowena

The staff were courteous, receptive and knowledgeable. The hotel was nice in the lobby.
Our room was quite a distance from the main hotel and old. Not much upgrades.

I know they have better rooms available. I think when you book through third party apps you go to the bottom of the list.

Otherwise, we were treated well.

QuinnsYourPI.com

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jan 2026

William

Great views, even better staff. Everyone was super nice and helpful

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Dec 2025

Christian

The Mountain view rooms could use updating to the level of the Lake view rooms. The rooms themselves are dated and lack the resort feel on the Lake view rooms. But over all, this is a beautiful spot to be. Night time just look purely romantic along with Sky Ranch being right next door, makes it even better.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

07 Dec 2025

Crystal

Great hotel and breakfast, roaming band was great

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2025

Roseanne

Friendly staff, good service.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Nov 2025

Jeffrey

The scenic view was magnificent. Located high in the mountans and overlooking Taal volcano and Taal lake. The room was very spacious, and the check in and check out staff were very kind and friendly.

Business_and_leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Nov 2025

Teresita

Staff were polite,professionals and helpful.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Nov 2025

Peter

Excellent staff and great facilities.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Nov 2025

judelyn

The staff and the breakfast buffet and of course the beautiful view of Taal Lake and volcano.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Oct 2025

LEANDRO

The staff were very accommodating to our requests and we enjoyed the breakfast! Definitely a plus one customer service and highly recommend the hotel.

4/10

Poor

20 Oct 2025

Ethel

Not accommodating

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Oct 2025

Neil

Excellent staff. Very helpful

8/10

Excellent

14 Aug 2025

Verified traveler

The service and breakfast buffet was good and the staff were very friendly, however the room we got wasn't well kept. The lamp shades had rust and the cabinet door in the bathroom fell off when we tried to open it and the mini fridge wasn't working either. We stayed at this hotel last December and got a better well kept room in a different wing of the hotel.

6/10

Pleasant

10 Aug 2025

Rowayne

View is stunning. Hotel is outdated.

Business_and_leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2025

SILVESTRE

Easy access to everything. Staff were customer service oriented

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

13 Jul 2025

Estrellita

Our room was outdated

6/10

Pleasant

23 Jun 2025

Marie

I have stayed at other hotels before with about the same rating and even cheaper in price but i was disappointed with the room. It didnt feel luxurious at all for for the price I paid it was not worth it. I guess I thought it would be better the way it was presented before on TV. Anyway there should be more towels already available and have brighter lights in the bathroom. The bed cover should feel more luxurious also and not like being at home type. For the breakfast buffet can they have more variety especially if its for thr Filipino food like danggit and tuyo or something. May sound awful to whoever is reading this review but we have stayed at other places and they do not shy away from serving these food. And for the fruits there should be more of a variety also because just passing through the market place there is so many to choose from.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

26 May 2025

joseph

I stayed here 15 years ago and the property is showing its age. The room and bathroom were worn. Overall, it’s ok but nothing special.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 May 2025

Mariann

It’s old but still convenient to customers.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

18 May 2025

Franchesca

Interaction with the staff are not so friendly.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2025

Leah

Staff are all friendly and nice I just wish is more upgraded room but I heard there renovating the hotels so hope it’s gonna be nice..

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2025

Rosette

We always stay at Taal Vista Hotel every time we decide to visit Tagaytay. We love the accommodation and the ambience. Overall experience has always been great.

2/10

Poor

15 Apr 2025

Allan Rey M

Never book here again

Not-so-good experience! The front desk staff are terrible.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Apr 2025

Michael

Very,nice, staff, incredible. I would recommend this hotel to any one I know.the staff, food, convenience, and attentiveness, is very good. Ace, was a nice person for our escort to sky ranch. Had private walk way for sky ranch. The live music, for breakfast was very nice and took my request's. Pool side, was a guy who’s worked there for 15 years. Given the greatest pool side service. To ourselves. It’s. People like taal vista. The staff, front desk, and room service, I recommend taal resort for,a wonderful stay. Sincerely, sir Michael.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Mar 2025

John

Great views.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Mar 2025

Apollo

Taal views from the park.. furniture in the room a bit outdated

10/10

Exceptional

14 Mar 2025

rowena

We are very happy with our stay . The view is awesome and the food is great. The daily free breakfast is really a bonus. We would come back next year!!!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Feb 2025

Cesar

Outstanding weekend getaway from Manila.

Business_and_leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

25 Feb 2025

Jose Martin

**Review of Taal Vista Lodge Stay** (February 25, 2025)

I recently stayed at Taal Vista Lodge and had a mixed experience. Here’s a breakdown of my stay:

1. **Room Reservation:** I originally reserved a Superior King Suite with a choice between a Taal Lake view or Mountain side. I chose the lake view, but upon checking in, I was assigned the farthest building, the last room on the topmost level near the fire escape, with no view at all. Unfortunately, no one assisted me with my luggage up two flights of stairs outside of the building. My room faced the Mountain side, but all I could see was the corner of the building. This was quite disappointing.

2. **Spa Experience:** The spa, however, was highly recommendable. The masseuse was on point, and the price was very reasonable. This was definitely a highlight of my stay.

3. **Staff Service:** The staff service was below par, scoring a 3 out of 5. My wife had stayed here three months ago and recommended the hotel, but my experience was just okay.

Considering I paid $126 for an overnight stay in this area, my expectations were higher, especially given the hotel’s ratings. Overall, I would rate my stay a 3 out of 5.

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

23 Feb 2025

Verified traveler

So .. so ..

Third time to be here and this is the worst. We got checked in past the checked in time and we were told to go but our room aren't ready after a long wait.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Feb 2025

Ferdinand

It was a very good experience

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Feb 2025

HITESH

Nice hotel and great location

10/10

Exceptional

10 Feb 2025

Glenn

This venue has it all. Great views, good service, well developed and designed buildings and landscaping, and good dining.
I highly recommend Taal Vista Hotel.

10/10

Exceptional

09 Feb 2025

Ruth

Beautiful grounds, friendly staff and helpful, especially Aira from the front desk.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

06 Feb 2025

Edna

A little bit overated.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Feb 2025

Ricardo

This hotel property was nice and in great central location. Great view of Taal volcano!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Feb 2025

Gertrudes

I ❤️ Taal

Amazing view. Good breakfast. Excellent staff.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

24 Jan 2025

Divina

The rooms that were assigned to us were filthy and smelled terrible (like poop).
When we checked in, we asked why the room assigned to us did not have a good view. The receptionist said that if we wanted the better rooms, we have to book directly with the hotel, Taal Vista Hotel and not thru Expedia. We are seniors and we had to walk to another building and several flights of stairs . Room 419 was obviously not cleaned because there is a crayon on the floor. The towels are gray and maybe were white several years ago.
As compensation, they gave us 2 boxes of pastries ( ube pan de sal and pandan pan de sal) we later found that these are expiring in 2 days.
We had to wait for the bell boy who met us half way to the rooms . We hare carry our luggages because there was no bell boy.
Expedia, please take care of this since the hotel treats Expedia customers differently.

6/10

Pleasant

16 Jan 2025

Perla

The spa was not relaxing. Room was in the basement and everything was outdated.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

14 Jan 2025

Ron

Need to refresh the rooms. Although clean, feels old and dim.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

12 Jan 2025

Verified traveler

Historical Hotel needs desperate upgrade and higher standard of housekeeping.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

09 Jan 2025

Romel

Terrible

A massive downgrade of a service from the last time I visited this place. The customer service is terrible and I will not choose this hotel again in future.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

07 Jan 2025

Arrem

Convenient Stay, but Rooms Need Improvement

The place is nice, offering convenience and easy access to many locations in Tagaytay. However, the price feels a bit steep compared to what you receive. The mountain-side rooms appear outdated and have a noticeable musty smell.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

29 Dec 2024

Michelle

The bed is comfortable. The water pressure is also good. The air conditioning is also good. The room and bathroom appears old but clean.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Dec 2024

Zoila

The staff are friendly and helpful. Restaurant staff was very accommodating very good service had a birthday party and we all had a great time . We enjoyed our stay overall we had a very good experience and the view of our room is amazing !

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Dec 2024

Razel

Had nice stay

10/10

Exceptional

05 Dec 2024

chris

Staff here are very pleasant and attentive. at check in, i was offered a better room, although i had to pay additional fee. I had paid for a lake view, but from this upgraded lake wing position, the view of the lake and mountain were excellent. not sure what i would have got !! Food in the restaurant was very good, and the buffet breakfast offered very many choices to suit probably all tastes. Rooms were clean, and room service was good too. Cannot really mark down this hotel, although i did not get the free drinks suggested by hotels.com we should get

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

27 Nov 2024

Jen

I like the surroundings

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2024

Elinor

My husband and liked the Taal volcano view, so refreshing to walk around the facilities, the buffet breakfast has variety of foods to savour. We loved it. We enjoyed the three musicians singing for us while we ate, it warmth our hearts. We will definitely stay here again for a quiet and relaxing vacation.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

19 Nov 2024

Luisa C Joy

Staff were helpful and friendly. The view from this hotel is amazing (if there is no fog).

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Nov 2024

Peter

Been here a few times and will continue to return. Rooms are all terrific. Staff is super amazing!

Easy access to a wonderful view. Closest mall is minute away. Sky Ranch is next door so its easy when you have the kids.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

15 Nov 2024

Henry

The hot water wasn't working that I needed to call multiple times to have it fixed.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

31 Oct 2024

Mark

The property was probably 5 star 20 years ago, but showing age now. Overly “secure” in my opinion. Guards at gate, at door and inside. Felt more like an institution than a hotel. It’s a very nice hotel but felt a little stuffy for my taste.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2024

James

The facility was beautiful. The staff were all so friendly and welcoming. The views were spectacular. The breakfast buffet was delicious and there were so many options. There was even a string trio playing during breakfast. The only problem we had was that we couldn’t stay longer. Will definitely be somewhere we come back to over and over

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Sep 2024

Donna Marie

Great service!

6/10

Pleasant

29 Sep 2024

jaime

Upon check in I was not told how to access the internet. I later had to call the front desk. I was told how but I was not able to get the internet to work. The refrigerator in the room was not working. The drinks I brought never got cold. The gym was old and small, the aircon was barely functioning. The hotel is old, not worth the money.

8/10

Excellent

25 Sep 2024

Maria

Great views ! Staff are courteous. The room we occupied has some toilet issues (always clogged) Building maybe old but has good ambiance and history with it.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Aug 2024

Jonalyn

Definitely coming back again.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2024

Stephen

Th view

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Jul 2024

Marilou

The staff were respectful and kind.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2024

Rachel

Great view and location. Staff are all very friendly. Easy and convenient parking. Room are nice and clean.

Business_and_leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

01 Jul 2024

Joselito

Too many ants inside the room and very dusty

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

30 Jun 2024

Jeff

Rude

Very rude check in. Room was not what I booked.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Jun 2024

Rodrigo

Spacious room with spectacular view. Strategic location to any location in Tagaytay. Only problem was accessibily to rooms as there was only one elevator and a small one at that

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

20 Jun 2024

Vanessa

The view is beautiful

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2024

Florentino

Amazing, you have the best scenery in taal and the food buffet was very delicious and lots of choices ..i love to come again..

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jun 2024

Conrado

Our family loved the food (especially the buffet breakfast), the spectacular view of the Taal Lake, spacious and clean rooms and specially the friendly and helpful staff! We didn’t like that we only stayed for 2 nights. Will definitely recommend it to our friends abroad and will stay longer when we visit Philippines again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jun 2024

Richard

Wonderful Hotel

Pefect location near all the favorite attractions. Very caring and polite staff, especially Davine, as she was so helpful & amazing! Another gentlemen, forgot his name, he deserves recognition goong great job giving feeling I am appreciated and an important guest.. Love the cool air conditioning, wifi and the breakfast buffet was so filling and complete!! Our room so spacious and such positive vibe here! When returning, we definitely will stay here.. The security safe adds extra value! My lovely fiancée she so impressed and excited feeling so happy as we ready to marry.. Loved seeing the history of the establishment and Taal volcano with the posters.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2024

Joanna Rose

The deluxe room was very spacious, make up roommwaa very excellent, linen and towels are very clean. The place is quiet we had a really good rest. Buffet breakfast and dinner were also excellent, great variety if dish options. Will definitely be back.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2024

Aileen

Comfortable, clean, excellent service

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2024

Michael

The taal vista hotel was very nice. The view, the staff, close to shopping center and amusement park. I really liked the live music at our table everyday. This review is from sir Michael.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2024

Richard

TOP SHELVE IN EVERY REGARD

A beautiful experience in every regard. Clean, quiet and comfortable. Outstanding staff that goes the extra mile to make their guest have the most satisfying stay. The views from the Lake view rooms are breathtaking. The restaurants service is outstanding. My second visit - I’ll be back again. No disappoints in any way!!! 5 STARS - SHOULD BE 10…!!!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2024

Mark

This place was my childhood place to go to. Lots of good memories when my uncle and aunt used to bring us here every summer. Still amazing view and friendly staff.

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

18 Mar 2024

GUIDO

Nice view of the lake (Taal volcano) from our room, but paid additional (upgrade) to have it. Misleading connotation of Lake wing which is not Lake view.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2024

Maria

Away from work!

Perfect for a vacation get away.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2024

Robert

Absolutely amazing experience. You can book a lake view or mountain view room. I recommend lake view so you can see the volcano.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Feb 2024

LILIBETH

The view was fantastic! Room needs updating!

8/10

Excellent

22 Feb 2024

Miguel Francisco

Rooms look like they need an upgrade but overall stay was good.

4/10

Poor

09 Feb 2024

Mary Jo

Our stay was not relaxing due to a lot of fixing and maintenance to be done in our Ridge Rooms.

PROS:
-awesome view of Taal lake
-breakfast offers good variety of food
-Bayanihan singers serenade during breakfast
-Lounge singer entertains during dinner
-restaurant staff are friendly

CONS:
-inroom aircon dripping
-towels old, discolored, and scratchy
-room chairs are rickety
-safe was not functional
-towel rack fell when trying to hang a towel
-blackout drape fell when trying to pull-up
-room terrace with overgrown foliage
-room door alarm broken, kept alarming; we ended up using adjacent room door for access
-hallway leading to the Ridge Rooms were long, windowless, and cavelike

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2024

Seigfred

Stunning View of Taal Volcano

8/10

Excellent

04 Feb 2024

Verified traveler

Still a good choice

We were upgraded to a ridge room which was very nice. The view of the lake never gets old.

The room was comfortable and the hot shower worked very well! (Some hotels in Tagaytay have lukewarm water only.)

Breakfast buffet was good and well stocked despite it being very busy. On Sunday morning they had singers going around.

But the way to the ridge rooms is kind of eerie. Could use some updating.

On check out we were being charged for room service items we hadn’t ordered but they eventually got the correct room charged and we weren’t asked to pay.

Over-all, still a nice hotel to stay at in Tagaytay.

Partner

4/10

Poor

26 Jan 2024

Annaliza

Our room smells like an old house. Water is leaking at the ceiling of the dining area.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

17 Jan 2024

Adeline

Bathroom needs updating

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2023

Cherrie

TAAL VISTA HOTEL

The hotel was clean, there’s security, bfast is delicious, rooms are spacious. Love it

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Dec 2023

Ivy

Pricey but worth it

6/10

Pleasant

03 Dec 2023

James

Not good

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2023

Sean

Nice view. Excellent service.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

30 Nov 2023

Roger

Staff was excellent. Cracked bathroom sink. Dirty windows. Secondary door latch lock broken off and missing. Limited drink selection in lounge. Breakfast buffet was good. Sliding bathroom door would not close.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Nov 2023

Merlin Eldine

Good hotel

4/10

Poor

20 Sep 2023

Jesse

Property was beautiful. Control over making our stay was horrible. We opted to upgrade to the Batangas Suite which was an 8000pesos upgrade, only to subjected to horrible housekeeping noises while we were getting out 5000pesos massages, literally a 13000pesos day that went down the drain.

The management offered to have us transferred (total inconvenience) to another room. Upgrade waived, and i still had to pay for the massage we DID not enjoy even after 4complaints to the Front Desk of the noise!!!

Later we were given 2000pesos off the massage. In retrospect, we should have just stayed in the original booked room. It was much quieter.

The F&B Staff led by Anthony and a lead waitress named with Bernadette were amazing!!!!!!!!!!

I’d probably stay there again, maybe my stay was just one of those nights.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

09 Sep 2023

RICHARD

A view like no other😁

Awesome!!!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Sep 2023

Angelina

The view was magnificent. Staff were courteous and nice.
Improvement on the hotel’s in room dining menu, delivery and set up will probably help the hotel move to a five star status.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

10 Aug 2023

FRITZIE

Second time to stay here, 1st time was 12 yrs ago and it’s not the same as it was.The lights of the rooms were very dim. The hotel most especially the rooms were outdated. Everything is old.The good side was the staffs are kind and very helpful

Leisure Family_with_children