FOR MOST Filipinos, Christmas celebrations revolve around Noche Buena spreads, gift exchanges, and karaoke sessions. But what if there’s another way to welcome the holidays by trading the traditional route for the peace of the tropics?
Enter Four Points by Sheraton Palawan, a Marriott Bonvoy resort boasting 5.2 hectares of lush nature and serenity—a holiday haven for those seeking a quiet Christmas escape. It’s nestled along Sabang Beach, just minutes from the famous UNESCO World Heritage Site, Puerto Princesa Underground River, and Sabang Mangrove Forest.
An exhilarating lineup of holiday events awaits. Begin your vacation with early merrymaking by joining the Road to Give Run 2025, a charity run event held right at the heart of Puerto Princesa. Participants can stride and see scenic landscapes while supporting the beneficiaries of the Save the Children Philippines and Marriott Philippines Associate Welfare and Recovery Fund. The event is set for November 22, 2025, with distances of 3KM, 5KM, and 9KM. Interested joiners can register via the website until November 9, 2025.
The jingle bells are ringing, too, as the resort celebrates its second anniversary on December 1. This includes a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and a hearty Noche Buena buffet from its very own restaurant, Evolution, featuring gastronomic lineups like ham leg, roasted prime ribeye, or the classic roasted turkey—great for family enjoyment.
To sprinkle a traditional touch, a parol-making activity with kids from Sabang Elementary School will take place, with the lanterns to be displayed at the resort’s lobby. And looking ahead to 2026, visitors can also extend their stay to catch the resort’s New Year’s Eve Gala. Experience a revitalizing way to welcome the new year, as the resort brims with engaging yet relaxing amenities and farm-to-table fresh food options.
Here, guests have endless options to bask in the sun while anticipating Christmas Eve. This 100% solar-powered resort features modern rooms with a coastal flair, set against the stunning backdrop of Palawan’s rich waters and mountains. There’s an outdoor adult pool, a jacuzzi, and a pool bar, perfect for an invigorating dip. Of course, booze is a must at every Pinoy-style gathering, which is why Best Brews is the ideal choice. It’s the exclusive craft beer of tropical-inspired flavors in partnership with local brewery, Palaweño Brewery, with exclusive flavors like Pineapple by the Sea and Suman Pandan Pale Ale.
For a much-needed R&R, whether as a couple or a family, the resort boasts a fine-sand shoreline with a swimmable beach. Immerse in a spa sesh, and choose from massages, body scrubs and wraps, and a steam room to cap the day. Visiting with the little ones in tow? The Kids’ Pool is ready to delight them, and the Kids’ Club is there to entertain any sort of play.
But while the resort property is great for recuperation, this Puerto Princesa hotspot is not without adventures, too! The mountains surrounding the area are open for guided hiking, as well as other activities like kayaking, boating, and eco and farm tours. The location is also strategically close to the can’t-miss landmarks of the island: Puerto Princesa Underground River, Sabang Waterfalls, Sabang Hundred Caves, Ugong Rock Adventures, Sabang Mangrove Forest, and Isla Rita, to name just a few.
Altogether, this place is the spot to be if a unique, dynamic destination is what one wishes for this Christmas time.
After all, every guest is guaranteed to receive a Marriott-level standard of service, with the resort being a part of its Bonvoy collection. Four Points by Sheraton Palawan makes it uncomplicated, uncompromising, and unforgettable, with amenities and nearby stunners that are certified nature-approved. Book a stay via the website as early as today.
