The northern towns of Cebu have beaches featuring fine white sand and crystal clear waters. But, the northern part of the island has more than just beaches. There are also a number of resorts offering something different for people looking for something new. One of these resorts is the Middle Earth Resort in Carmen.
Middle Earth Resort – image source: Carmen - Our Cebu Hometown Facebook Page
Carmen
The Municipality of Carmen was once called Bugho before the Spaniards came to the country. The town was eventually named Carmen by a Spaniard due to miscommunication. According to the story, a woman who was baptized was asked for the name of the place. Thinking that the Spaniard was asking about the necklace she was wearing, she said Carmen. Due to this, the place was named Carmen.
The Municipality of Carmen was once called Bugho before the Spaniards came to the country. The town was eventually named Carmen by a Spaniard due to miscommunication. According to the story, a woman who was baptized was asked for the name of the place. Thinking that the Spaniard was asking about the necklace she was wearing, she said Carmen. Due to this, the place was named Carmen.
Middle Earth Resort – image source: Carmen - Our Cebu Hometown Facebook Page
Middle Earth Resort
The Middle Earth Resort is a relatively-new resort located in Barangay Lower Natimao-an, Carmen. The resort features four swimming pools with water source from the Mangitngit Falls. The Mangitngit Falls is one of the main features of this northern Cebu resort. While no one is allowed to take a dip at the Mangitngit Falls due to a tragic incident in 2007, the resort has a viewing area for visitors who want to marvel at the beauty of the waterfalls.
The Middle Earth Resort is a relatively-new resort located in Barangay Lower Natimao-an, Carmen. The resort features four swimming pools with water source from the Mangitngit Falls. The Mangitngit Falls is one of the main features of this northern Cebu resort. While no one is allowed to take a dip at the Mangitngit Falls due to a tragic incident in 2007, the resort has a viewing area for visitors who want to marvel at the beauty of the waterfalls.
Middle Earth Resort – image source: Carmen - Our Cebu Hometown Facebook Page
The swimming pools of the resort are surrounded by lush greenery. This makes the Middle Earth Resort ideal for visitors looking for a place to appreciate the beauty of nature while enjoying the creature comforts offered by a resort. The resort is one of the more popular places for locals to spend their weekend. The cold water of the pools is perfect for the summer months when the searing heat of the sun can leave one sweating like crazy.
Middle Earth Resort – image source: Carmen - Our Cebu Hometown Facebook Page
Cottages are available for guests at the resort to use for a fee. The regular cottages with one table and give chairs can be rented for PHP400. There are also large kiosks with two table and ten chairs available at PHP3,000. You can get additional chairs at PHP10 each. An additional table and five chairs cost PHP200. Since there is no restaurant at the resort, it is advisable to bring your own food if you plan to stay at the place the whole day.
Middle Earth Resort – image source: Carmen - Our Cebu Hometown Facebook Page
The entrance fee at the Middle Earth Resort is at PHP50 for adults and PHP10 for children nine years old and younger. The resort is open from 7:00 AM up to 5:00 PM. Due to the popularity of the Middle Earth Resort it is advisable to go to the resort early, especially during weekends.
Middle Earth Resort – image source: Carmen - Our Cebu Hometown Facebook Page
Getting to the Middle Earth Resort
You can reach the Middle Earth Resort by getting on a bus headed for Carmen at the Cebu North Bus Terminal. Make sure to tell the driver or conductor to drop you off at the Carmen Public Market. Once you reach the public market, you can get on a motorcycle for hire to the resort.
You can reach the Middle Earth Resort by getting on a bus headed for Carmen at the Cebu North Bus Terminal. Make sure to tell the driver or conductor to drop you off at the Carmen Public Market. Once you reach the public market, you can get on a motorcycle for hire to the resort.
Middle Earth Resort – image source: Carmen - Our Cebu Hometown Facebook Page
The Middle Earth Resort can be an option if you are looking for a place where you can escape the heat of the summer sun. It is also a good place where the family can have fun without having to go too far away from the city.
Have you visited the Middle Earth Resort in Carmen already? Tell us about your visit in the comments section below.
Have you visited the Middle Earth Resort in Carmen already? Tell us about your visit in the comments section below.
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