Inside Inara

Natalia Zobel, founder and owner of Inara, takes us on a tour of her newly opened resort in Siargao and tells us why she calls this place her second home

- Isabel Martel Francisco

She first fell in love with Siargao 11 years ago. “I knew this would be the place I could potentially attempt making my very own little oasis,” Natalia Zobel says. True to her words, she recently introduced Inara, her very own tropical boutique resort on the island, to the public.

“Ever since I was young, I’ve admired beautiful spaces and places, taking photos of new and exciting forms of design or architecture along the way,” she shares. Inara was born out of her love for travel, design and entertaining. “I’ve always loved hosting. My focus [with Inara] is to provide a comfortable and memorable experience for our guests,” she adds.

The resort boasts a quiet luxury, one that isn’t showy but is sewn into the boutique hotels ethos. “Everything is handpicked to provide the guest with the most special stay, as if hosted them myself,” Zobel shares proudly. This attention to detail and her personal touch bring Inara to life and elevate a traveller’s experience. Rustic island charm and a dedication to quality service separate Inara from the pack, like a personal concierge assigned to take care of a guest’s every need.

With only five suites, a handful of guests are treated to a private, customised vacation. They can book rooms individually or rent out the whole space as a private villa if travelling in groups. Zobel says that her private residence located across the street—a complete one-bedroom villa with a pool, kitchen, living areas and more—will also be available for rent.