Vacation rentals in Zambales

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Home in San Antonio

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews

HILLTOP HOUSE near the Mountains, River & Beach

Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a representative of Hilltop House who will guide you through 2 minute scenic bamboo raft ride in a shallow river crossing. Breathe in the crisp fresh air as you discover the glorious mountains & the spectacular river. Pundaquit beach is 5 mins walk from our place. Also Pundaquit Beach is the jump-off point to famous Coves of Anawangin, Talisayen, Nagsasa & Silanguin Cove. Hispanic era Capones Lighthouse (1898) & Camara Island are also accessible by boat ride

Feb 11 – 18

$110 per night
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Villa in Cabangan

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews

Balay Angkan Zambales 3 Deluxe Beachfront Villas

BALAY ANGKAN is beachfront property in Cabangan, Zambales. We offer private and exclusive accommodation, with spacious area and wide beachfront so you can enjoy an unobstructed view of the sea and majestic sunsets. This is our family vacation place where you can relax, spend quality time, get in touch with nature. The listing offers 3 modern yet native inspired villas. The 5 teepee huts are available for use for more than 18guests. We suggest to book at least 2 nights to make your stay worth it!

Jul 30 – Aug 6

$556 per night
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Home in Subic Bay Freeport Zone

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews

Tuki Nest: Pet Friendly, Porch, Netflix, Monkeys!

Tuki Nest is an 80sqm 1 bedroom apartment on the 2nd floor of a house in Kalayaan village. A great place to entertain family 5mins to Royal Duty Free, 10mins to CBD, El Kabayo, trails, beaches >Pet Friendly >Comfy beds >Self service >Monkeys! >Gated village >Garden view >Wi-Fi >Hot water >Netflix >Air-con >Breakfast >Kitchen >Bathtub >Hammock >Porch >Discounts for 2+ nights >Extra guest fee after 2 guests @thenestbythesea is a tax paying business. SBMA Permit #1769 No last minute rebooking!

Aug 31 – Sep 7

$71 per night

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Other great vacation rentals in Zambales

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Villa in San Felipe

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Lubay Villas Beach Resort in Liw-liwa Zambales

May 23 – 28

$193 per night
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Cabin in Santo Niño

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews

AC Tiny House for Nature lovers

Oct 24 – 31

$35 per night
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Home in Cabangan

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

Private beach house in Zambales

May 23 – 30

$293 per night
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Home in San Felipe

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Casa Melinda-ParadisePoint Liwa

Jan 3 – 10

$91 per night
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Bungalow in Cabangan

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 71 reviews

H2 - Beach House @ Clearwater Beach Zambales

Dec 10 – 17

$98 per night
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Villa in Cabangan

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

CasaLantali Beachfront House&Pool (16 guests only)

May 19 – 26

$297 per night
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Vacation home in Botolan

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 56 reviews

Faith Sanctuary, A Tropical Beach Property

Jul 28 – Aug 4

$302 per night
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Villa in Pangasinan

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviews

The House of Jeffrey

Jun 24 – Jul 1

$334 per night
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Cabin in San Felipe

4.8 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews

Casa Lacobre Beach House

Nov 2 – 9

$213 per night
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Home in Botolan

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

Germaine’s Beach House

Nov 2 – 9

$88 per night
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Vacation home in Olongapo

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 94 reviews

1 BR Near beach & establishments in Olongapo-Subic

Apr 20 – 27

$35 per night
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Guesthouse in Santa Ignacia

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviews

Lamacetas Guesthouse

Feb 5 – 12

$112 per night

Your guide to Zambales

Welcome to Zambales

Zambales may be located just 80 miles from the dense crowds of Metro Manila, but this province on the central-western coast of Luzon presents a dramatic vibe shift: horseshoe-shaped coves with sandy beaches, colorful waterfront resorts, craggy chains of mountains draped in mossy rain forests. Needless to say, the South China Sea is a major draw. Subic Bay and Olongapo, the province’s biggest city, are prime destinations for Manilans seeking relaxation and international travelers alike, and you’ll find plenty of restaurants, waterparks, and attractions to entertain.

But if you’re craving a more serene stretch of the coastline, head north to the smaller towns. Charter a boat to explore the tropical islands that freckle the Zambales coast, or rent a surfboard for a week to ride the swells, which range from gentle and reliable to thrill-inducing depending on the spot. Zambales is famed throughout Luzon for its sugary gold mangos, and you’ll find markets stocked with local tropical fruits of all kinds to snack on.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Zambales

Does it ever get cold in tropical Zambales? Only if you climb Mount Tapulao and stay on the peak overnight. Along the central western edge of Luzon, temperatures remain constant between the 70s and the 90s Fahrenheit, and the humidity ranges from the comfortable to the oppressive — unless you’re on (and in) the water. During the wet, monsoon season, from June through September, it pours — frequently and copiously — and the cloud cover can seem endless.

The dry season lasts from late fall through early spring, which coincides with peak travel, and is a popular time to stay in a private beach house with pool for rent. Surfers flock to the coast from October to February, when the South China Sea’s easy swells grow more dramatic. In late October, the streets of Olongapo fill with dancers and music acts for three days during the city’s Mardi Gras, and in April Iba celebrates the sweet joys of the dinamulag mango, one of the Philippines’ best varieties, with sports, sand sculpture contests, and of course mango costumes.


Top things to do in Zambales

Pundaquit Beach

Pundaquit Beach is located in the relaxed town of San Antonio, 25 miles northwest of Olongapo. You can spend all day lounging on its fine ash sands in your swimwear, taking frequent dips into the warm blue waters of the South China Sea. But Pundaquit is also a central point for exploring the surrounding coves and islands. Rent a boat to visit nearby Capones Island, with its picturesque lighthouse, or the secluded Anawangin and Nagsasa coves, where you can camp overnight.

Mount Pinatubo

Mount Pinatubo made international news in 1991, when the volcano erupted, spewing miles into the air and sending flows of mud and ash roaring down the valleys. The eruption changed wide sections of the Zambales coastline and created a crater lake 1.5 miles across. You can access the peak via the tourist office in Santa Juliana, due east of Iba, where you can rent a 4 x 4 vehicle for a bumpy trip up the mountainside to reach the trailhead for a three-hour hike to the shore of the clear, blue-green lake.

Subic Bay

If your ideal vacation day is split between beach time and cocktail hour, the cities that ring Subic Bay — long home to a U.S. naval base — are set up to satisfy both sides of your personality. Manilan families flock here for the resorts, nature parks, and activities, and Olongapo is home to restaurants, shopping malls, and thriving night markets. But on the outer reaches of the bay, you can find quiet stretches of sand and underwater coral reefs to explore.

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