Vivere Azure, Anilao

Last Updated: 2026-05-25

Source Status: Approved hospitality knowledgebase content

Scope: Hospitality property only

Key Facts

Property name: Vivere Azure
Brand / group: Vivere Hospitality Group (RFGC)
Address: Barangay Aguada, San Teodoro, Anilao, Mabini, 4202 Batangas, Philippines
GPS coordinates: 13.705024812582494, 120.87947582452107
Property type: Upscale boutique beach resort
Room count: 13 guest-facing suites across two buildings (The House and Casas at The Villa)
Best for: Manila couples and families; snorkellers visiting the Anilao marine sanctuary
Website: vivereazure.com
Phone: +63 2 8771 7777
Email: hello@vivereazure.com
PR / media email: concepts@viverehotel.com.ph
Check-in time: From 2:00 PM
Check-out time: By 12:00 PM (noon)
Reception hours: 24/7
Distance from Manila: About 2.5 hours from Makati or BGC; 2.5 to 3 hours on Friday evenings
Route from Manila: SLEX to STAR Tollway; paved all the way
Airport transfer: Available from Ninoy Aquino International (MNL); starts at PHP 8,000 for a sedan for two persons
On-site parking: 6 cars; overflow valet 1 to 2 minutes away
Beach type: Beachfront on rocky shoreline (not sandy); deep reef
Pool: Top-level infinity pool; no separate kids' or shallow pool
Pool hours: 7:00 AM – 12:00 midnight
Bar hours: 7:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Spa hours: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Pets: Not allowed
Smoking: All rooms are non-smoking
Payment methods: Visa, Mastercard, bank transfer (American Express is not accepted)
Rates on website: Not published; pricing handled inside the booking engine
Currency: PHP only
Booking engine: Cloudbeds
Active OTAs: Booking.com, Agoda, Expedia
Best rate guarantee: Yes, when booking direct (OTA parity maintained)

Location

Address: Barangay Aguada, San Teodoro, Anilao, Mabini, 4202 Batangas, Philippines.
Area description: Beachfront property in Anilao, an area within the municipality of Mabini, Batangas. Anilao is internationally known for its marine sanctuary and reef diversity. The shoreline is rocky rather than sandy, and the reef is deep — better suited to snorkelling than open swimming for unsupervised children.
Nearby landmarks: Anilao marine sanctuary, Sombrero Island, and Fortales Island (island-hopping targets). Bauan General Hospital is about 40 minutes away. Batangas City proper is about 1 hour away. Taal Volcano viewpoint is about 2 hours away. Grocery, pharmacy, and ATM are about 10 minutes away.
Transportation: About 2.5 hours from Makati or BGC with no traffic, 2.5 to 3 hours on Friday evenings. The route is SLEX to STAR Tollway, paved all the way. Airport transfers from Ninoy Aquino International (MNL) start at PHP 8,000 for a sedan for two persons. Six on-site parking spaces plus overflow valet 1 to 2 minutes away. Ferry transfers are not offered.

Rooms

Vivere Azure has 13 guest-facing suites across two buildings: Casas at The Villa (3 suites) and The House (10 suites).

Suite name	Building	Category	Bed type	Maximum guests	View
Casa Antonina Suite	Casas at The Villa	Casa at The Villa	2 Single Beds or 1 King Bed with 1 Day Bed	3	Ocean view
Casa Beatrice Suite	Casas at The Villa	Casa at The Villa	2 Single Beds or 1 King Bed with 1 Day Bed	3	Ocean view
Casa Isabella Suite	Casas at The Villa	Casa at The Villa	2 Single Beds or 1 King Bed with 1 Day Bed	3	Ocean view
Azure Suite	The House	Presidential Ocean View Suite	1 King Bed with 1 Day Bed	3	Ocean view
Aqua Suite	The House	Deluxe Suite	1 Queen Bed	2	Ocean view
Anima Suite	The House	Grand Premiere Ocean View Suite	2 Double Beds or 1 King Bed with 2 Day Beds	4	Partial ocean view
Elixir Suite	The House	Premiere Suite	2 Single Beds or 1 King Bed with 1 Day Bed	3	Ocean view
Enchant Suite	The House	Premiere Suite	2 Single Beds or 1 King Bed with 1 Day Bed	3	Partial ocean view
Escape Suite	The House	Premiere Suite	2 Single Beds or 1 King Bed with 1 Day Bed	3	Ocean view
Rejuvena Suite	The House	Premiere Suite	2 Double Beds or 1 King Bed	2	Partial ocean view
Sapphire Suite	The House	Premiere Suite	1 Queen Bed with 1 Day Bed	3	Ocean view
Ultima Suite	The House	Grand Premiere Ocean View Suite	2 Double Beds or 1 King Bed with 1 Day Bed and pullout	4	Ocean view
Zephyr Suite	The House	Grand Premiere Ocean View Suite	2 Double Beds or 1 King Bed with 1 Day Bed	3	Ocean view

Standard In-Room Amenities (all suites)

Complimentary Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Hot-water shower
Minibar (charged on consumption)
Nespresso coffee machine, tea setup, and electric kettle
Smart TV
In-room safety deposit box
Hairdryer
Telephone
Daily housekeeping
Crib or baby cot available on request
High chair available on request

Facilities and Amenities

Top-level infinity pool (adult-oriented; no separate kids' or shallow pool)
Inspira Lounge — common lounge area
Coco Bar — bar and gathering area
Meditare Huts — outdoor meditation huts
Cenare — dining and gathering space
Lanai — outdoor terrace area
House reef access via a moored raft offshore; a smaller raft is pulled shore-to-raft by rope
Complimentary snorkel masks, snorkels, and kayaks
Bancas (outrigger boats) outsourced per booking — not resort-owned
Spa and massage service
Laundry service
24/7 reception
Six on-site parking spaces plus overflow valet 1 to 2 minutes away
Cliff stairs throughout the property — unsuitable for toddlers, seniors, or guests with limited mobility

Operating Hours

Reception: 24/7
Office admin (Mon–Thu): 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Office admin (Fri): 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Office admin (Sat): 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Infinity pool: 7:00 AM – 12:00 midnight
Bar: 7:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Spa: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Breakfast: Included with stay
Main meal: Soup, main, and dessert included on direct bookings (when full board is selected)

Approved Sales Talking Points

Vivere Azure is an upscale boutique beach resort — a private beachfront escape just 2.5 hours from Manila.
Beachfront on Anilao's renowned marine sanctuary, west-facing for sunset.
13 suites only — small enough to feel private, large enough for families and couples.
Included meals on direct bookings if selected (breakfast plus a main meal).
Snorkel masks, snorkels, and kayaks are included; staff supervise the reef.
Paved roads all the way from Manila via SLEX and STAR Tollway.
Do not position as a dive resort, a luxury island resort, or a day-tour venue.
Never describe the property as a "hidden gem," "paradise," "luxury," or "luxurious."
Never discourage a booking — reframe constraints (deep reef, cliff stairs, no kids' pool) as warmth and help offered.
Rates are never published on the public website. Direct booking via the resort's website is the recommended path.

Approved Guest-Facing Description

Vivere Azure is a beachfront boutique resort in Anilao, Mabini, Batangas — about two-and-a-half hours from Manila, paved all the way. Thirteen suites sit above Anilao's marine sanctuary, with a top-level infinity pool, included meals on direct bookings, and snorkel gear ready at the shore. It is a quiet, family-run home by the sea — small in scale, warm in service, and built for guests who want the coast close to home.

Policies

Check-in and Check-out

Check-in: from 2:00 PM
Check-out: by 12:00 PM (noon)
Valid government-issued ID required at check-in

Cancellation

Cancellation terms depend on the booked rate type
No-show charge depends on the booked rate type

Children and Extra Beds

Extra beds: depend on suite type
Cribs and baby cots: available on request
High chair: available on request
Children should be supervised by an adult at the reef due to depth

Pets

Pets are not allowed

Smoking

All rooms are non-smoking

Dietary Requirements

Notify the resort at least one week prior to arrival

Accessibility

The property has cliff stairs throughout and is not suitable for toddlers, seniors, or guests with limited mobility
Guests should contact the resort in advance so the team can assist

Payment Methods

Visa
Mastercard
Bank transfer
American Express is not accepted

Rates and Pricing

Rates are never published on the public website
Pricing is handled inside the Cloudbeds booking engine
Currency is PHP only
Best rate guarantee when booking direct (OTA parity maintained)

Photography and Media

Drone photography is generally not allowed on property
Videography is generally not allowed on property

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Vivere Azure located?: Barangay Aguada, San Teodoro, Anilao, Mabini, 4202 Batangas, Philippines.
How far is Vivere Azure from Manila?: About 2.5 hours from Makati or BGC with no traffic. Friday evenings may take 2.5 to 3 hours. The route is SLEX to STAR Tollway, paved all the way.
How long is the drive from Makati or BGC?: About 2.5 hours with no traffic.
How many suites does Vivere Azure have?: 13 guest-facing suites — 10 in The House and 3 in Casas at The Villa.
What time is check-in?: Check-in is from 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out?: Check-out is by 12:00 PM (noon).
Are meals included?: Direct bookings can include breakfast plus a main meal (full board) when selected. OTA bookings are breakfast only. A buffet is offered only for exclusive-use bookings of all 13 rooms; à la carte is the default for all other groups.
Is breakfast included?: Yes. Breakfast is included with every stay.
Is there a swimming pool?: Yes — a top-level infinity pool, open from 7:00 AM to 12:00 midnight. There is no separate shallow or kids' pool.
What time does the pool open and close?: The infinity pool is open from 7:00 AM to 12:00 midnight.
Is the beach swimmable?: The shoreline is rocky and the reef is deep. The house reef is reached via a moored raft offshore, with a smaller raft pulled shore-to-raft by rope. Children should be supervised by an adult. Masks, snorkels, and kayaks are included.
Is Vivere Azure a dive resort?: No. Vivere Azure is a boutique beach resort with reef snorkelling included. It is not a dive resort.
Is snorkel gear included?: Yes. Masks, snorkels, and kayaks are included for guests.
Are bancas (boats) provided by the resort?: No. Bancas are outsourced per booking; the resort arranges them but does not own them.
Are airport transfers available?: Yes. Airport transfers from Ninoy Aquino International (MNL) start at PHP 8,000 for a sedan for two persons.
How much do airport transfers cost?: Transfers start at PHP 8,000 for a sedan for two persons.
Is on-site parking available?: Yes. Six on-site parking spaces plus overflow valet 1 to 2 minutes away.
Are pets allowed?: No. Pets are not allowed.
What is the smoking policy?: All rooms are non-smoking.
Is the property suitable for seniors or guests with limited mobility?: The property has cliff stairs throughout and is not suitable for toddlers, seniors, or guests with limited mobility. Please contact the resort in advance so the team can assist.
What payment methods are accepted?: Visa, Mastercard, and bank transfer. American Express is not accepted.
What is the cancellation policy?: Cancellation terms depend on the booked rate type. Please check the rate's terms at the time of booking.
What booking engine does the resort use?: Cloudbeds. Direct booking via vivereazure.com is the recommended channel and qualifies for best rate guarantee.
Which OTAs list Vivere Azure?: Booking.com, Agoda, and Expedia.
Is the spa open?: Yes. The spa is open from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
What are the dining hours?: Breakfast is included with stays. The bar is open from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM. The pool is open from 7:00 AM to 12:00 midnight.

Internal Notes

Elan is a 14th physical room in The House used as a safety / do-not-sell (DNS) room. It is never listed on the website or sold to guests. Elan does not have a smart TV.
Booking engine: Cloudbeds. Active OTAs: Booking.com, Agoda, Expedia. Direct booking is approximately 80% of channel mix.
Rates must never be published on the public website. Currency is PHP only. Dynamic pricing is handled inside Cloudbeds.
Banned words on all guest-facing copy: Luxury, Luxurious, Paradise, Hidden Gem.
Drone photography and videography are generally not allowed on property.
Voice reference brands (internal use only): Nay Palad (Siargao) and Rosewood — for tone, not price.
PR and media enquiries route to concepts@viverehotel.com.ph.