Healing Sanctuary Spa and Acqua Sanctuary at The Farm in San Benito, Philippines are architecturally designed to amaze guests, relieve them of their worries and allow the body to cleanse itself naturally.
Size of the spa: 3,456 sqm
Time taken to complete construction: 3 years
About the spa: The Farm is a proud member of the CG Hospitality that owns and operates over 85 hotels and resorts in nine countries and 64 destinations. Being a holistic medical wellness resort, at Healing Sanctuary Spa, traditional healing practices are combined with Philippine Healing Art to give immersive healing rituals to each guest. Eco-friendly, 100% Virgin Coconut Oil, therapeutic grade essential oils, and medicinal herbs are prepared fresh for each treatment. Treatments directly support the healing of the body by removing toxins from within the tissues and organs by providing nourishment through the skin, restoring energy, balance, and decreasing the body’s pH levels.
Architectural inspiration: The Farm is built in the style of contemporary tropical architecture. They did not destroy the natural landscape, instead enhanced it by planting more trees to create more balance and harmony. For lighting, uplight xtures are used to focus on the pathways.
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