Where the Filipino Art of Healing Begins, and Your Wellness Journey Awaits

Come home to nature. Return to your roots.
Immerse yourself in the tradition-inspired Filipino way of wellness.

Filipino Brand of Wellness

Ilaya Retreat Spa, nestled within the scenic Damires Hills Farm and Spa Resort in Janiuay, Iloilo, offers a world-class wellness experience. Embracing the natural beauty of the countryside, the spa provides a serene environment for relaxation, allowing guests to unwind amidst lush, green mountains. Here, the timeless traditions of Filipino healing are fused with a modern approach to wellness, creating an experience that nurtures both body and mind.

Holistic Healing through Ancestral Wisdom

Experience timeless healing practices blended with modern care to restore balance, peace, and wellness in today’s fast-paced world.

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Mindfulness and Connection with Nature

Find calm and clarity through mindfulness, deepening your connection with the natural world’s beauty and healing energy around you.

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Energy Realignment for Daily Resilience

Restore your energy balance to boost resilience every day, empowering your mind and body to face life’s challenges with renewed strength.

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Wellness Therapy

Holistic treatments that restore balance and promote deep relaxation in a natural setting.

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Traditional Massage

Experience healing touch through time-honored Filipino massage techniques.

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Wellness Programs

Curated routines that combine nature, tradition, and care to nurture body and mind.

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Retreat Packages

Immersive getaways designed for total relaxation and wellness in the heart of nature.

A relaxing therapeutic back massage at Ilaya Retreat Spa, designed to relieve tension and promote deep relaxation.
Wellness group session at Ilaya Retreat Spa, practicing mindful movements in a bamboo pavilion.
Head massage session at Ilaya Retreat Spa’s outdoor terrace, surrounded by lush tropical greenery.

Experience Holistic Filipino Wellness

Experience the ultimate relaxation amid the serene mountains of Iloilo. At Ilaya Retreat Spa, we offer holistic therapies crafted to naturally restore your body and mind.

  • “Ilaya,” meaning “near the mountains” in Ilonggo, reflects our peaceful location close to nature for a calm and soothing spa experience.
  • Inspired by Ilonggo traditions, we offer authentic Filipino healing practices rooted in ancestral wisdom.
  • Skilled practitioners use organic and locally sourced ingredients to enhance your healing journey.
  • A nurturing environment designed to restore both body and spirit naturally.
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My visit to Ilaya Retreat Spa felt like a true escape. From the moment I stepped inside, the calm atmosphere made me feel worlds away from the city’s noise. The staff were so welcoming, and every detail, from the soothing scents to the gentle music, was designed to help you relax.

The Local Travel Girl
Vlogger
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My Ilaya experience is not just another spa experience. It is something special and personal that made me want to visit every month. I am a spa lover, and this is part of my self-care maintenance. Honestly, I can give up a little of my shopping just to save some money to indulge in Ilaya.

Glenda Tayongtong
Business Development Manager - Avon Philippines
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Here at Ilaya, not only the place is peaceful, I would like to highlight the massage pattern (however you call it) was sooo relaxing and therapeutic. Namian gd ko ya…I wish there’s an alternative na spa that is nearer coz this one is more than an hour away.

Shanie Tiu
Guest
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Last month, me and my family had the opportunity to experience Access Bars. I was able to get an Access Facelift as well. After our first session, we came back after a week for a second one. I felt lighter after the sessions and been feeling more spiritually connected and in tuned to nature.

Rhea Acuña
Guest
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We are equally grateful to experience this! Atho is such a wonderful host. All of the activities are well thought of and I just love the Ilonggo back stories behind it. It's wonderful that this business supports single mothers and PWD. We are super relaxed and rejuvenated.

Iris Garcia
Guest

Insights & Stories

Angelic Full Moon Retreat at Damires Hills — A Soul-Nourishing Getaway
September 12, 2025
Angelic Full Moon Retreat at Damires Hills by The Local Travel Girl
On September 7-8, The Local Travel Girl joined the Angelic Full Moon Retreat at Damires Hills Farms and Resort, hosted by Ilaya Retreat Spa, for a soul-refreshing journey of faith, healing, and renewal. Her experience was filled with meaningful moments — from angel card readings, sound healing, and a cacao ceremony, to heartfelt conversations and shared meals that fostered connection and peace.
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Ilaya Retreat Spa Finalist at the 1st Philippine Tourism Awards
September 10, 2025
Ilaya Retreat Spa Named Finalist at the 1st Philippine Tourism Awards
Ilaya Retreat Spa earns national recognition as a finalist at the 1st Philippine Tourism Awards, standing alongside the country’s top wellness destinations.
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Wellness Retreat in the Philippines: Ilaya Spa’s Holistic Mountain Escape
July 14, 2025
Wellness Retreat in the Philippines: Ilaya Spa’s Holistic Mountain Escape
With the growing interest in wellness tourism, more people are searching for transformative travel experiences that go beyond relaxation. Ilaya Retreat Spa, nestled in the peaceful highlands of Janiuay, Iloilo, is one such destination—a sanctuary where ancient Filipino healing, natural surroundings, and mindful retreat programs come together.
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