Nestled on Magsaysay Avenue beside the historic Naga River, UMA Hotel + Residences offers a charming blend of contemporary comfort and local culture—ideal for participants of National Youth Day (June 10–14, 2025) in Naga City. 

Accredited as a 3.5‑star business‑friendly hotel, it boasts 191 well‑appointed rooms, a year‑round outdoor pool, all‑day dining at Panatà, a pool bar Booya, and scenic river‑view lounges—perfect for unwinding after pilgrimage activities. 

Days of Spiritual Engagement & Pilgrimage

As a pilgrim staying at UMA, connect deeply with all National Youth Day events:

• Day of Communion kicks off on June 11 with sessions at St. Vincent de Paul Auditorium and the Holy Rosary Seminary, followed by the signature Traslación procession to the Naga Metropolitan Cathedral.
  
• Enjoy plenary formation and cultural nights at venues like Ateneo de Naga University, University of Nueva Caceres, and Holy Rosary Seminary.
  
• Days conclude with heartfelt masses, communal dinners, and, on June 14, the culminating Closing Mass and “pagmanto” ceremony.

Between sessions, UMA’s proximity to key pilgrimage sites makes it easy to explore on foot.

Culinary Must-Try: Kinalas Noodle Soup

Visiting Naga without slurping kinalas? Unthinkable! This hearty Bicolano noodle soup—boiled beef or pork head meat and rich gravy crafted from animal brain—is iconic. For convenience, UMA’s Panatà café offers this classic local dish, blending deep broth and chewy noodles. For a more authentic experience, wander a few blocks to Dayangdang Street where you can find Kinalas famed stalls like Mang Kok’s or Cha Kamot.

Exploring Faith & Heritage

Post-mass, explore Naga’s spiritual landmarks nestled near your hotel:

• Basilica of Our Lady of Peñafrancia 
• Our Lady of Peñafrancia Shrine
• Naga Metropolitan Cathedral

Culture & History: Local Museums

Broaden your horizons with these museum visits:

• Museo ni Jesse Robredo— a governance museum in honor of late DILG Sec and former Naga CIty Mayor Jesse Robredo
• Bicol Science Centrum— an interactive science museum with different galleries on physics, space, landforms, marine ecosystem and tropical rainforest ecosystems
• Our Lady of Penafrancia Museum— a museum focused on showcasing the history of devotion to Our Lady of Penafrancia
• VGallery Museum— an art gallery showcasing works from local artists and museum that exhibits the collection of stories and vintage stuff by the Villanueva family and the NCF legacy

 Panicuason Adventure Day: Zipline, Zip-bike & Hot Springs

Take a welcomed break from pilgrimage with an adrenaline-packed trip to Mt. Isarog’s foothills at Panicuason Hot Spring & Nature Adventure Park (16 km from city center). Best place to relax by soaking in warm natural springs and revitalize with thrilling activities: zipline and zip‑bike.

Discover Malabsay Falls & Mt. Isarog’s Nature

For forest tranquillity, trek or ride to Malabsay Falls—a 40‑ft cascade nestled on Mt. Isarog’s slopes. Enjoy a scenic climb with cooling waters at the waterfall’s basin—a serene escape amid pilgrimage hustle. An ideal paired itinerary: trip to Panicuason followed by Malabsay’s refreshing beauty.

Pasalubong & Malls

Bring home treasured memories from:

• SM City Naga and Robinsons Naga—offering local delicacies like pili nut treats, local food products and religious souvenirs. 
• Naga City People’s Mall—offering variety of pasalubong items like dried fish and kakanin, pilinut treats, local food products, shirts, souvenir keychains and native handicrafts. It’s a one-stop shop for your pasalubong haul.
• CBD Bus Terminal— the most convenient way to buy pasalubong because it offers convenience for a last-minute shop for pasalubong before you go. They have stores offering a lot of items you can take home as souvenir for the tip or as pasalubong. 
• UMA OTOP Hub— if you do not want to go out anymore to buy pasalubong, you can just stop by at UMA’s OTOP Hub. This little corner exhibits products of local MSMEs under the DTI which can be bought as souvenir or pasalubong. 

UMA Hotel Stays & Tips

• Stay well‑rested: UMA offers air-conditioned rooms and free Wi‑Fi—great for late-night prayers or journaling.
• Convenient meals: Start early with UMA’s buffet or enjoy quick coffee and kinalas at Panatà.
• Relaxing downtime: Unwind at Booya pool bar after busy days of pilgrimage and adventure.

Your stay at UMA Hotel for National Youth Day – Cáceres 2025 offers a harmonious blend of spiritual enrichment, cultural immersion, adventure, and culinary delights. From morning liturgies and kinalas feasts, rolling riverside walks, and museum reflections, to zip-lining, waterfall treks, and heartfelt “pagmanto”—your time in Naga will be as transformative as it is memorable.

Embrace every moment in this pilgrim city—where faith, heritage, nature, and Bicolano warmth come together in a profound, unforgettable journey when you #ComeHomeToUMA