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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Tagaytay

24 stays · 21 aparthotels and 3 serviced apartments

Tagaytay sits along a ridge about 60 km south of Manila, some 600–700 m above sea level, and its cooler air and views over Taal Lake and Taal Volcano Island make it one of the country's most popular domestic getaways. Aparthotels and serviced apartments in Tagaytay suit the way people use the city: families and groups coming up from Metro Manila for a long weekend, people working remotely for a week or two away from the lowland heat, and travellers who want a kitchen and space rather than a single room.

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Where to stay in Tagaytay

Tagaytay Rotonda (Olivarez)

  • transport links
  • shopping
  • short breaks

The Rotonda, also called Olivarez Junction, is the roundabout where Aguinaldo Highway from Manila meets the ridge road and turns west. Two large malls sit here, including Ayala Malls Serin, and the direct road to Manila starts here, which makes it a practical base without a car.

Stays in or near Tagaytay Rotonda (Olivarez)

Mahogany and Kaybagal

  • families
  • food
  • long stays

Around Mahogany Junction on the Tagaytay–Nasugbu Highway, the Kaybagal area holds the city hall, the public market, the Summit Ridge mall and the Sky Ranch theme park, whose Sky Eye Ferris wheel is 63 m tall. With the market and a mall side by side, it is the most practical area for everyday shopping, and it is a good place to try bulalo, the beef soup Tagaytay is known for.

Picnic Grove and the eastern ridge

  • views
  • nature
  • families

East along the ridge, Picnic Grove is a large park with picnic huts, horse riding, an eco-trail boardwalk, a zipline and cable cars. Further east, People's Park in the Sky occupies the summit of Mount Sungay, around 709 m up, on the site of an unfinished Marcos-era mansion. This end is quieter but further from the malls.

Getting around Tagaytay

There is no airport in Tagaytay; most visitors come by road from Metro Manila. Buses leave from terminals in Parañaque, with routes showing 'via Tagaytay' on their signboards, and the trip usually takes one and a half to two hours because of traffic. Drivers can use the CAVITEX and Aguinaldo Highway, or the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) and the Santa Rosa–Tagaytay Road.

Within the city, jeepneys run along the main highways and tricycles cover shorter hops; Tagaytay has no taxi service of its own. Weekend and holiday traffic on the ridge road can be heavy, so walking between nearby sights is often quicker.

Living in Tagaytay for longer

For a longer stay, a base near Mahogany or the Rotonda keeps the public market, the malls and plenty of places to eat within reach by jeepney. Weekdays are noticeably calmer than weekends, when day-trippers from Manila fill the ridge road.

Pack layers: evenings in the cool season feel noticeably cooler than Manila, and fog is common. If you are deciding between self-catering and a hotel, our guide to aparthotels versus hotels explains the differences.

When to visit Tagaytay

Tagaytay's elevation keeps it cooler than Manila all year. December to February is the coolest period, when the ridge is often foggy and windy, and the dry season runs from November to April. Temperatures peak in April, with average highs around 31°C, and the rainy months run through the middle of the year, with July the wettest.

The busiest periods are the cool dry season, including Christmas and New Year, and the hot dry season around Holy Week, when Manila residents head to the hills. Visit on weekdays outside these peaks for clearer roads and easier bookings.

Everything spreads out along the main ridge roads rather than around a single centre, so pick a base near the attractions or shopping you will use most. For a city stay before or after, see Manila or Makati.

Long-stay tips for Tagaytay

Of the 24 properties here, 1 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 1 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 5 include some form of housekeeping and 18 have a 24-hour front desk. If you are staying more than a few nights, compare the facts box on each property page first.

17 properties list a full kitchen and 7 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.

Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 28 m².

Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.

Other cities in Philippines

Planning a longer trip? See aparthotels in Manila, Cebu City, Davao City, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Makati, Iloilo City and Parañaque.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Tagaytay?

The Rotonda area is best for transport and malls, Mahogany and Kaybagal suit families and longer stays near the market and Sky Ranch, and the eastern ridge near Picnic Grove is quieter with strong views.

How do I get to Tagaytay from Manila?

Buses marked 'via Tagaytay' leave from terminals in Parañaque and take about one and a half to two hours depending on traffic. By car, use CAVITEX and Aguinaldo Highway or SLEX and the Santa Rosa–Tagaytay Road.

Can you see Taal Volcano from Tagaytay?

Yes. The city overlooks Taal Lake, and Taal Volcano Island in the middle of the lake is visible from many viewpoints along the ridge.

Is Tagaytay cold?

It is mild rather than cold. The average temperature is around 22°C and rarely exceeds 31°C, which feels cool compared with Manila.

Are there taxis in Tagaytay?

Tagaytay has no taxi service of its own. Jeepneys run along the main highways and tricycles handle shorter trips.

How many aparthotels are there in Tagaytay?

We currently list 24 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Tagaytay.

Do aparthotels in Tagaytay have kitchens?

24 of the 24 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.

Which aparthotels in Tagaytay have a washing machine?

1 property lists an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.

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