DMCI Homes brings its development philosophy to the leisure and hospitality market with Solmera Beach Park Resort
For years, DMCI Homes has built its residential communities around the idea of resort-style living. Now, the developer is taking that concept a step further—into actual resort destinations.
In San Juan, Batangas, the company is developing Solmera Beach Park Resort, an integrated leisure and events destination within the 7.5-hectare Solmera Coast beachfront estate. Targeted to open in February 2027, the resort will bring together accommodations, recreation, dining, wellness and events facilities in one coastal destination.
Developing destinations closer to home
For DMCI Homes President Alfredo Austria, Solmera also reflects an opportunity to make better use of the Philippines’ natural destinations.
“Ang daming magagandang places in the Philippines, pero hindi maganda ’yung pagka-develop,” Austria said in an interview with PhilSTAR Property during a media preview of the development. “What we hope is magkaroon ng more developments like this in the Philippines para ma-enjoy naman ng mga countrymen natin. Hindi na sila kailangan pumunta abroad to enjoy such places.”
He summed it up simply: “Sayang ’yung ganda ng Pilipinas kung hindi nade-develop nang maganda.”
Austria points to the Beach Park as his favorite part of Solmera, drawing from his own experiences visiting well-designed waterfront parks abroad.
“Usually, nilalagyan ng maraming structures by the beach. Sayang ’yung ganda, hindi mo ma-appreciate,” he said.
For Solmera, the idea is to allow the coastal setting itself to become part of the experience.
“I think it would be quite unique, and it’s about time na ’yung mga Beach Park na na-enjoy in other countries, sa atin ma-enjoy din ng mga Pilipino,” Austria said.
A new chapter for DMCI Homes
Solmera also represents a broader strategic move for DMCI Homes. The company has formed DMCI Hospitality and Leisure Inc., operating under the DMCI Resorts brand, to manage the hotel and resort components of properties under DMCI Homes Leisure Residences.
The move builds on the developer’s experience creating resort-inspired residential communities, while expanding that model into professionally managed, full-scale leisure destinations.
Solmera itself is designed not only for vacationers but also for corporate groups, conferences, celebrations and other gatherings, tapping opportunities in both leisure and the MICE market.
“We see strong potential where leisure and meetings naturally converge,” Austria said. “Having convention facilities enables our developments to cater to both segments.”
The strategy is also extending beyond Batangas. DMCI Homes is developing Moncello Crest, an eco-agri resort condotel in Tuba, Benguet, while another nature park development is in the pipeline in Calamba, Laguna.
For DMCI Homes, Solmera thus marks a transition from creating homes that feel like resorts to building—and operating—leisure destinations of its own.
AT A GLANCE: Solmera Beach Park Resort
Location: San Juan, Batangas
Estate: Solmera Coast, a 7.5-hectare beachfront development
Target opening: February 2027
Designed for both leisure travelers and organized groups, Solmera Beach Park Resort will offer:
• More than 4,000 sqm of pool areas, including a lap pool, kiddie pool and pool pavilion
• Studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom accommodations for individuals, families and groups
• Convention and function facilities for corporate events, conferences, training programs and celebrations
• Dining choices ranging from all-day dining to Filipino and fusion cuisine, bars and food kiosks
• Spa and wellness facilities, landscaped open spaces and outdoor gathering areas
• The Sky Deck Infinity Pool and Sky Lounge at the Matahari Building, overlooking the coastline and surrounding landscape
The resort will be operated by DMCI Hospitality and Leisure Inc. (DMCI Resorts), DMCI Homes’ newly established hospitality arm.
How to book
Reservations for stays beginning in 2027 are now open through the Solmera Beach Park Resort website, as well as Agoda, Booking.com and Expedia.
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