# The Farm at San Benito

> The Farm at San Benito is a holistic health resort in the jungle foothills of Lipa City, Batangas, about 90 minutes' drive south of Manila. It suits people who want a doctor-guided detox or lifestyle program with plant-forward food and plenty of spa time.

Source: https://www.retreatvacations.net/the-farm-at-san-benito/
Last checked: 2026-10-20
Location: Lipa City, Batangas, Philippines
Type: medical wellness, detox, spa, wellness
Official website: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/mnlfs-the-farm-at-san-benito-autograph-collection/overview/
Best for: Guests wanting a medically guided detox, health reset or quiet spa break
Setting: Jungle grounds with mountain views in Lipa City, Batangas
Programs: Detox, weight management, sleep, mental health, pain, fertility, longevity and more
Team: Integrative doctors, nurses, nutritionists, therapists and yoga instructors
Food: Vegan, vegetarian and pescetarian restaurants
Nearest airport: Manila (Ninoy Aquino International), about 90 minutes by road

As recommended in:
- Travel + Leisure, "20 Best Yoga Retreats in Beautiful Destinations Around the World" (2024-10-01) https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/yoga-wellness/best-yoga-retreats
- World Spa Awards, "World Spa Awards 2025 winners (announced 23 Sept 2025)" (2025-09-23) https://worldspaawards.com/winners/2025

## What it's like

The Farm at San Benito opened in 2002 on a stretch of jungle in Lipa City, Batangas, south of Manila, with views toward the surrounding mountains. It's now part of Marriott's Autograph Collection, and its own web address redirects to the Marriott page. The grounds cover around 50 hectares and hold roughly 60 suites and villas, so it feels spread out and green rather than hotel-like.

What sets it apart is the medical side. Programs are put together by doctors trained in integrative, preventive, lifestyle and naturopathic medicine, with nurses, nutritionists, spa therapists and fitness and yoga teachers backing them up. At the same time, you don't have to sign up for a program. Plenty of people come simply to rest, eat well and book spa treatments. The World Spa Awards named it the Philippines' Best Wellness Retreat for 2025.

## The programs

The resort describes its approach as science-based holistic healing. Program themes it has listed include:

- **Detox.** From an introductory detox to a fuller holistic cleanse.
- **Lifestyle health.** Weight management, diabetes prevention and heart health.
- **Mind and sleep.** Mental health support and sleep programs.
- **Specialist care.** Pain management, fertility, post-natal care, smoking cessation, senior wellness, and beauty and longevity.
- **Recovery.** Immune support and long-COVID recovery, plus holistic support alongside cancer care.

There's also a yoga and raw food retreat for people who want something lighter. Facilities include a healing spa, a hydrotherapy area and a medical center, and daily movement and fitness classes are open to guests.

## Food

Dining leans heavily on plants. The resort runs vegan, vegetarian and pescetarian restaurants, and the menus are built around wellness cooking rather than a strict cleanse, unless your program calls for one.

## Who it suits (and who it doesn't)

It's a good fit if you want a guided health reset with professional support, or a calm, green base for a few days of treatments close to Manila. The resort lists kids' activities and is pet-friendly, so it can also work for families.

If you want a hard-core fitness boot camp or a beach holiday, look elsewhere. Anyone with a serious health condition should talk to their own doctor and the resort's medical team before choosing a program.

## Getting there

Most guests fly into Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport and drive south to Lipa City, which takes about 90 minutes depending on traffic. The resort can help arrange transfers, so ask when you book.

## Frequently asked questions

### Do I have to join a medical program?
No. You can book a regular stay and use the spa, restaurants and classes, or add a program if you want one.

### Is the food vegan?
Much of it is. There are vegan, vegetarian and pescetarian restaurants, so you'll find fish too.

### How far is it from Manila?
About 90 minutes by road, south of the city in Batangas province.

### Who designs the programs?
Doctors trained in integrative and preventive medicine, supported by nurses, nutritionists and therapists.

Check current programs and stays on the [official The Farm at San Benito page](https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/mnlfs-the-farm-at-san-benito-autograph-collection/overview/).