Marriott International Inc. and CG Hospitality said Friday have signed an agreement to convert The Farm at San Benito, a wellness retreat in the Philippines, into an Autograph Collection resort.
The resort, the first under the Autograph Collection brand in the country, is expected to open to guests at the end of the third quarter of 2025, Marriott International said in a statement.
The Autograph Collection brand, which carries the tagline “Exactly Like Nothing Else,” includes a selection of independent boutique hotels chosen for their design and hospitality.
“We’re excited to collaborate with CG Hospitality on the debut of Marriott International’s Autograph Collection brand in the Philippines — a milestone that expands our footprint in this vibrant market,” said Rajeev Menon, president for Asia Pacific excluding China at Marriott International.
“With wellness emerging as a key driver of travel decisions, this is a timely and strategic entry for us. The Philippines, with its rich natural beauty and growing reputation as a rejuvenating destination, offers the ideal setting for the Autograph Collection and underscores our continued commitment to bringing differentiated experiences to new markets across the region,” said Menon.
Dr. Binod Chaudhary, chairman of CG Corp Global, said CG Hospitality has always believed in nurturing destinations that leave a lasting impact, and The Farm at San Benito has long been a jewel in its portfolio — a sanctuary where nature, wellness, and heartfelt hospitality come together.
“Our strategic partnership with Marriott International to bring The Farm at San Benito into the Autograph Collection family reflects our commitment to creating experiences that are both timeless and transformative. By joining hands, we are taking this vision global, introducing the Philippines’ first Autograph Collection property, and setting a new benchmark for wellness hospitality in the region,” he said.
The Farm at San Benito, Autograph Collection, spans 52 hectares in Lipa City, Batangas, about 90 minutes by car from Metro Manila. The 70-room property is expected to feature one-bedroom villas and exclusive two- and four-bedroom private pool villas.
The resort is also expected to include a swimming pool with a bar, a fitness center, a spa, and a medical wellness center. It will offer five dining venues, a lobby lounge, and two additional bars.
The Farm at San Benito, Autograph Collection, will also cater to business and social gatherings with 321 square meters of meeting and event space.
