Nay Palad Hideaway has officially reopened after months of preparation following almost total devastation at the hands of typhoon Odette in 2022.
Dreamed up by founder Bobby Dekeyser (former goalkeeper for Bayern Munich, founder of global furniture company DEDON… and now raising Alpacas in Ibiza!) and his daughter Carolin, who is based in London, the resort is a model of sustainable luxury, coupled with original and exciting features at every turn.
Located on the southeastern tip of the island of Siargao in the Philippines, Nay Palad sits between a white sand beach on the Pacific Ocean and an ancient mangrove forest and has undergone a complete redesign and rebuild following over 85% of the island being destroyed in 2022.
Enlisting the talents of celebrated, award-winning designer and friend Daniel Pouzet, who is known for his incredible art installation structures, the team have created a socially-conscious home from home.
The renovation provided the team with the opportunity to rethink the design. To ensure the property retained its uniqueness, the majority of the furnishings were built on-site by Philippine artisans who were previously employed for Dedon.
With thoughtfully designed nooks and crannies the island over, guests can while away the day on a hidden rooftop lounge bed accessible by ladder, soak up the soaring ocean views from the U-shaped communal sofa or open-air nests hanging from palm trees.
Almost every member of the staff is Filipino, ensuring local traditions and timeless beauty combined with the highest contemporary standards of comfort, environmental and social responsibility.
Adopting the belief that ‘small is beautiful’, the new resort will offer ten intimate villas ranging from one-bedroom to three-bedrooms – including the breathtaking Perlah Villa (below), which has its own private beach, pool and treehouse – alongside a number of unique, architecturally-inspiring spaces that promote wellness and the benefits of embracing a barefoot state of mind.
In line with this philosophy, Nay Palad offers all-inclusive rates, an approach that allows every guest experience to be different, with their time on the island carefully curated and highly personalised throughout, encouraging guests to tune into their own rhythm, eat when and where they want and fully indulge in island living.
The menu is designed daily to centre around freshly caught and grown produce, room amenities and products are naturally sourced and created, and at the heart of the resort is an unfaltering commitment to supporting the local community through a number of programmes and initiatives both on and off the island.
With its stunning scenery and a range of activities, Siargao Island is often referred to as the surf capital of the Philippines, and guests can enjoy surfing, water sports and island hopping.
The Hideaway Spa specialises in Hilot – a Filipino massage tradition acclaimed for its healing abilities – and there is a dedicated yoga pavilion and an outdoor cinema, to name a few.
Nay Palad Hideaway opened in June 2023, and the rates from $890 per person per night. The rates for an exclusive buyout start at $30,000 per night. For more information, please visit www.naypaladhideaway.com.
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