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I am heading to AC in a few weeks time and am looking at staying at the Ramada Hotel in San Narciso St. Malabanias, opposite Tiger Hotel. It meets all my requirements - pool, free wi-fi & mineral water, 24 hr room service and safety box.
Is this location close to the action? Anyone stayed there before?
My alternative is the Swiss Chalet but they are more expensive by 500p/night
[QUOTE=Bickers]
Is this location close to the action? Anyone stayed there before?
My alternative is the Swiss Chalet but they are more expensive by 500p/night[/QUOTE]
Swiss Chalet is closer to the action. The Ramada you are talking about is about five or six minutes brisk walk from the action. Not sure what it is like to walk at night.
Have not stayed there, so cannot comment further.
Read about this place somewhere. But dont know exact location (how far from Fields?). Anyone seen or stay here before. Is this a dump or is this place worth the money?
Shark
[QUOTE=Sharka]Read about this place somewhere. But dont know exact location (how far from Fields?). Anyone seen or stay here before. Is this a dump or is this place worth the money?
Shark[/QUOTE]
Haven't stayed there myself but here is a link to Beeline travel and their review of the place.
[url]http://www.beelinetravel.com/angeles/ponderosa.htm[/url]
Pacific breeze
Older reports about pb are found in the ac thread.
x
I know some may not be aware.-
But use caution with Beeline Travel
They tend to post propoganda on lots of sites that they are the best option for bus service etc.
1. They are much more expensive than most options. The best I have used is FLY THE BUS from Manila to AC. Though there are even cheeper options then they.
2. I used Bline once as they were said to have the best busses and I wanted to check them out-- the bus was worse than any I had used and broke down half way to AC, it took over 8 hours for them to get us picked up at our location and to AC- we were all sweating and drunk. It was awefull.
3. I have read reports that they have even lost peoples Passports etc and they were late getting extensions and fined when leaving.
Whatever your choice I say just shop around and be carefull with this company.
[QUOTE=Wrong Info]I know some may not be aware.-
But use caution with Beeline Travel
They tend to post propoganda on lots of sites that they are the best option for bus service etc.
1. They are much more expensive than most options. The best I have used is FLY THE BUS from Manila to AC. Though there are even cheeper options then they.
2. I used Bline once as they were said to have the best busses and I wanted to check them out-- the bus was worse than any I had used and broke down half way to AC, it took over 8 hours for them to get us picked up at our location and to AC- we were all sweating and drunk. It was awefull.
3. I have read reports that they have even lost peoples Passports etc and they were late getting extensions and fined when leaving.
Whatever your choice I say just shop around and be carefull with this company.[/QUOTE]
I wouldn't recommend Beeline, I used their taxi service once to Clark. Cost me 500 peso if I recall correctly. But for newbies trying to decide what hotel to stay in, it is useful.
Try this link for AC hotels. Margarita Station has a pretty good reputation.
[url]http://www.margarita-station.com/hotels.html[/url]
Hotel map is here:
[url]http://www.margarita-station.com/images/hotel_map.gif[/url]
Slim
I was thinking of staying at Lewis Grand or ABC for my next stay, as a step up from my usual digs at PB or the like.
They both mention that they offer airport transfer on their websites, but neither mentions what they charge. Does anyone know what they charge for pick-up at NAIA? 2500-2700P seems pretty standard at other hotels. I was wondering if these hotels tried to soak you on the transfer for their “luxury” (e.g. Wild Orchid charges 2700 vs. Orchid Resorts 2500??!!).
Guys, I think someone mention that Beeline had a review of a specific hotel another member was asking about, not whether Beeline was any (good or bad) for traveling. Lets stick to hotels only for this thread.
Just wanted to point this out.
PT
[QUOTE=Nvslim]
Hotel map is here:
[url]http://www.margarita-station.com/images/hotel_map.gif[/url]
Slim[/QUOTE]
Must be my eyes, but is there a link for a better map. Can't seem to read anything on the map, except the big Margarita logo. This map seems to good as to actual scale of the area (some of the hand drawn maps are not that useful as it don't include the scale of the areas.)
Perhaps someone with a good map of AC can scan it and post it for us.
thanks
PT
[QUOTE=Phantomtiger2]
Perhaps someone with a good map of AC can scan it and post it for us.
PT[/QUOTE]
Not scanned by me, but:
[url]http://www.swisschaletph.com/philippines/luzon/angeles_city/balibago/balibago_fields_avenue_hotel_swiss_chalet.gif[/url]
Or there are plenty more here:
[url]http://images.google.com/images?q=angeles+city+map&btnG=Search+Images&gbv=2[/url]
Anyone tried this place. I will take a go next week and post some reviews. usually stay Pac Breeze, but buddy is on budget.
In AC this week and did some hotel shopping (I usually stay at Pacific Breeze.) ABC refuses to budge from $99 for a room. Bag that.
Lewis Grand, despite being a 5 to 10 minute walk from ground Zero (Pacific Breeze is a 1 minute walk), is now my first choice. Cheapest rooms are only $39 (versus $58 at PB), although no view or minibar. But the deluxe rooms are $69 and much nicer than PB. The pool is the best in town, way better than the tiny, mostly shaded, pool at ABC or the plain pools at PB or Oasis. It is also the only hotel in town with a resident monkey.
The restaurant is top notch, everything is super clean and spacious, and it is quieter than PB. Best of all no trike driver scum lingering out front. It is far enough from the center to lack the crowds and noise and viagra vendors, but an easy walk to EITHER the Fields bar area OR the Perimeter Bar area.
[QUOTE=Phantomtiger2]Perhaps someone with a good map of AC can scan it and post it for us.[/QUOTE]
[url]http://www.acmap.com/main.asp[/url]
Be warned that the "Full View" maps are years out of date, but the detailed maps are great.
[QUOTE=Genghois]I was thinking of staying at Lewis Grand or ABC for my next stay, as a step up from my usual digs at PB or the like.
They both mention that they offer airport transfer on their websites, but neither mentions what they charge. Does anyone know what they charge for pick-up at NAIA? 2500-2700P seems pretty standard at other hotels. I was wondering if these hotels tried to soak you on the transfer for their “luxury” (e.g. Wild Orchid charges 2700 vs. Orchid Resorts 2500??!!).[/QUOTE]
To answer my own question, I sent both hotels an inquiry and they both charge P3000.
I have been looking at some of the web sites for various hotels and apartelles in Angeles City, and I am wondering about the discounts they give for long term stays. It seems that they will give only a 10-15% discount if you stay monthly. Can anyone advise if there are places that give a greater discount than that? It seems like kind of a wimpy discount if you ask me, or perhaps I am expecting too much of a price reduction. Is the 10-15% negotioable?
[QUOTE=HornyGeorge]Lewis Grand, despite being a 5 to 10 minute walk from ground Zero (Pacific Breeze is a 1 minute walk), is now my first choice. [/QUOTE]
Mine too. Executive room with pool view.
Please see attached.
Cheers!
[QUOTE=Genghois]To answer my own question, I sent both hotels an inquiry and they both charge P3000.[/QUOTE]why would you pay that much when you can just take the fly the bus for 600 pesos. I know some guys like to impress, wich get you nothing but a few less pesos, but I am not realy into impressing a hotel driver.
[QUOTE=Wrong Info]why would you pay that much when you can just take the fly the bus for 600 pesos.[/QUOTE]
I'd say it's just a matter of personal life-style and likings.
If the convenience of a hotel car is worth the money for Genghois,
so why not? Maybe he has heavy luggage.
On my departure I'll take the hotel car of LGH to Clarke Airport for 400ps.
Why? I like the convenience of point to point transfer instead
of going down the road in the sun to the jeepney terminal and get it for 11ps.
Has nothing to do with impressing a hotel driver IMHO.
Just a question whether it's worthwhile for the individual or not.
Cheers!
I used to use the bus, but now I always use a car service. For me its about comfort and expediance. The car is waiting for you at the airport. Will stop, if you desire to get food along the way. They bring refreshments for you to enjoy. You can kick back take a nap, with no worries. Front door service.
Besides after a 14 hr flight from the states. Who wants to drag luggage all around. First a taxi to the bus station. Sit in a crowded bus, then have to take a trike or jeepney from Dau to your hotel.
After spending hundreds for the flight, another $45 for the comfort of a nice air cond car ride is not splurging to me but a necessity.
[QUOTE=Genghois]I was thinking of staying at Lewis Grand or ABC for my next stay, as a step up from my usual digs at PB or the like.[/QUOTE]
I am currently staying at the Lewis Grand and it is my first and will be my last time. I have the executive jacuzzi suite and the room is awesome, it is the service that sucks. For $110 a night I do expect some service.
First, upon arrival the room was excellent. After a jacuzzi and ST, I called house keeping for new towels. When I returned (late night) there were no towels and the robes were gone. House keeping delivered towels, but they are out of robes??? Yesterday, they when they cleaned my room, didn't leave any hand towels and only one robe. When I called, they delivered hand towels, but again, out of robes???
Second, the bathroom isn't stocked like a $110 a night hotel should be. No toothbrushes for guests. You have to buy for 65P in mini-bar.
Third, room serviced is poor at best. Over 60 minutes for two cups of coffee and a pot of hot water. Bellhop told me sorry, but he is the only one on duty. I have called room service three times, average response time 45 minutes.
The hotel is very nice, but I feel if you are paying top dollar, you should be treated as such.
Robb
Interesting. I went there shortly after they opened and was unimpressed by the reception service. I didn't stay there, but assumed they would work out those beginner bugs.
I guess they haven't.
X
[QUOTE=Robbaf]I am currently staying at the Lewis Grand and it is my first and will be my last time. I have the executive jacuzzi suite and the room is awesome, it is the service that sucks. For $110 a night I do expect some service.
First, upon arrival the room was excellent. After a jacuzzi and ST, I called house keeping for new towels. When I returned (late night) there were no towels and the robes were gone. House keeping delivered towels, but they are out of robes??? Yesterday, they when they cleaned my room, didn't leave any hand towels and only one robe. When I called, they delivered hand towels, but again, out of robes???
Second, the bathroom isn't stocked like a $110 a night hotel should be. No toothbrushes for guests. You have to buy for 65P in mini-bar.
Third, room serviced is poor at best. Over 60 minutes for two cups of coffee and a pot of hot water. Bellhop told me sorry, but he is the only one on duty. I have called room service three times, average response time 45 minutes.
The hotel is very nice, but I feel if you are paying top dollar, you should be treated as such.
Robb[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Robbaf]I am currently staying at the Lewis Grand and it is my first and will be my last time.[/QUOTE]
You should take your complaints right to Lewis or his sidekick.
He is a Fil-Am and a nice guy and would appreciate your feedback!
Yeah, tell Lewis about it.
For myself, I can't complain. Have Executive without jacuzzi and the bathroom is well equipped with toothbrushes, shaver and body lotion etc.
After ST in the afternoon I put the sign "make-up-room" outside,
and within an hour it's done.
But I used to go out, I usually don't need the room service.
Can't judge about this.
Just enjoyed some fantastic boobs from Sunshine bar. :D
Go there and you can't miss this things, hehe....
Cheers!
[QUOTE=Ekspat]Just enjoyed some fantastic boobs from Sunshine bar. :D
Go there and you can't miss this things, hehe....
Cheers![/QUOTE]
WOW, I have been in that bar for the last three days and I know exactly who you are talking about. Boobs so big, she has to wear a black bra! I took a girl from there and she had three O's in the jacuzzi.
Robb
Does anyone hv a mobile number for the front desk at this hotel.
The number listed on their website does not seem to be working.
Have stayed once.
Got a promo rate of 1800php for their top of the line executive suite.
Brand new, very classy & ok service.
No elevator! Yikes!
[url]http://www.valentinoshotel.com/[/url]
I would be happy stay again next visit.
Very close to the action but also private location.
AV
This is indeed a beautiful hotel, and easily the nicest, most modern hotel in AC. It is a bit off the beaten path and a good 10-15 minute walk from Fields Avenue (40 php for a trike, 5 php for a jeepney). The rooms are really modern, clean, large and bright, and the a/c is excellent. The beds are huge and excellent. One of the “bell staff” is an absolutely drop-dead gorgeous woman whom fits quite excellently on one of these great beds!
There are a couple of negatives to the Lewis Grande, in addition to it being away from the center of action. First the “elevator”. And you will note that is singular, not plural. This is a very large, 5-story hotel, with maybe 80-90 guest rooms …… and only one elevator. It really needs two. Also, do not … and I emphasize, never … put your hand in the elevator door to pop it back open when it is closing. I have seen two people with their entire bodies trapped in the closed elevator doors and it took two of us to pry the doors open again. No injuries, but scary as hell. I don’t know what would happen if only your arm or hand got stuck in there. Rather than stick your hand into the closing doors you must just push the elevator call button again, and the doors will then reopen. The other main complaint is that there is no hot water in the showers. I have stayed on the 3rd, 4th, and 5th floors and at best there is only tepid water on all of them. You can let the shower run for 10-15 minutes and it will warm up a bit, but never get even close to hot. This is odd because there is very hot water in the sinks.
Their lowest room rate is US$39 for a very nice, modern, clean room, with excellent a/c and a huge bed. However, they only have a few of these rooms and they really are quite small with no windows. Almost claustrophobic. The next price up is $69 + tax, and these rooms are huge, beautiful, great beds and a/c, and really well worth the price. Then the rooms go on up to $85+.
The Lewis Grande really is the best hotel in AC. No wait … I was wrong … this place sucks big time. Don’t stay here. It is an awful hotel. The hot bell person isn’t a sexy woman, it’s a smelly guy in drag. Hehehehe … I want to make sure I get a room on my next trip to AC. It is hard enough to get into the Lewis Grande now. Don’t go there. It sucks.
[QUOTE=Noguera]One of the “bell staff” is an absolutely drop-dead gorgeous woman whom fits quite excellently on one of these great beds!
[/QUOTE]
Hehe, know who you're talking about. Indeed a nice one.
Have booked already for my next trip. :D
Same room as shown in the pics in earlier post.
These two nice things liked the room also.
Had to pay them to leave, hehe....
27 days to go...
Cheers!
There is the most gorgeous bellman/girl who works the front door of the Lewis Grande. I think she is like a bellman, but damn ... she is definitely all girl. Does anyone out there know this woman? Has anyone actually done her? If anyone knows anthing about this goddess, please share it with us.
[QUOTE=Noguera]There is the most gorgeous bellman/girl who works the front door of the Lewis Grande. I think she is like a bellman, but damn ... she is definitely all girl. Does anyone out there know this woman? Has anyone actually done her? If anyone knows anthing about this goddess, please share it with us.[/QUOTE]
Do you mean the one dressed in white?
[QUOTE=Noguera]There is the most gorgeous bellman/girl who works the front door of the Lewis Grande. I think she is like a bellman, but damn ... she is definitely all girl. Does anyone out there know this woman? Has anyone actually done her? If anyone knows anthing about this goddess, please share it with us.[/QUOTE]
She has been at LG from the beginning and was formally on staff at Pacific Beach.
[QUOTE=Ekspat]Yeah, tell Lewis about it.
For myself, I can't complain. Have Executive without jacuzzi and the bathroom is well equipped with toothbrushes, shaver and body lotion etc.
After ST in the afternoon I put the sign "make-up-room" outside,
and within an hour it's done.
But I used to go out, I usually don't need the room service.
Can't judge about this.
Just enjoyed some fantastic boobs from Sunshine bar. :D
Go there and you can't miss this things, hehe....
Cheers![/QUOTE]I am back in the Lewis Grand for two weeks. I have a different jacuzzi suite and it is 100% better then the corner suite. Also, Bobby contacted me through another PI site and he apologized and I had a problem getting my jacuzzi suite for the whole stay and he fixed it so I wouldn't have to change rooms except one night and then he comp'ed me the Presidential Suite for that one night. Now, this is customer service.
And I have a naked Sunshine girl in my bed as I type this, with awesome tits!
Robb
[QUOTE=Robbaf]I am back in the Lewis Grand for two weeks. [/quote]
Hehe... Me back for one week.
Really, it seems we have the same travel agent.
[quote]
And I have a naked Sunshine girl in my bed as I type this, with awesome tits!
[/QUOTE]
Sigh, so it was you who took the girl I was looking for!! :(
Anyway, still managed it to find some cup-C.
Enjoy!
[QUOTE=Gladiator]Do you mean the one dressed in white?[/QUOTE]
Today she's wearing a red/black combination.
Looks even hotter!!!
Life is nice, di ba?
Cheers!
So do I take it that no one out there has ever done the totally hot bellgirl at the Lewis Grande?
[QUOTE=Noguera]So do I take it that no one out there has ever done the totally hot bellgirl at the Lewis Grande?[/QUOTE]
At least me not. It would be a non-P4P thing, what I don't like.
Secondly she might get in trouble if there is some hankypanky with a hotel guest.
Enough other hotties out there.
Cheers!
[QUOTE=Noguera]So do I take it that no one out there has ever done the totally hot bellgirl at the Lewis Grande?[/QUOTE]
Did not do her but she would like to. I have a pic with her, but not for posting.
The front desk girl or Manager? That you see walking around is also very nice.
Cheers
IMO one of the waithresses in the LG restaurant is even hotter than that one, though to be honest a couple of days after I arrived in AC they both looked kind of average to me...
Going to be in AC for the weekend June 12-14. Need another stay at a Priority Club hotel to get a free night and other benefits- anyone ever stay at the Holiday Inn Clark Field? Guest friendly? How long does it take to get there from the main strip?
Friendly
[QUOTE=FriendlyPlanet]Going to be in AC for the weekend June 12-14. Need another stay at a Priority Club hotel to get a free night and other benefits- anyone ever stay at the Holiday Inn Clark Field? Guest friendly? How long does it take to get there from the main strip?
Friendly[/QUOTE]
I stayed in the Holiday Inn two years ago on business when my company booked me there. The hotel is girl friendly, but it is far (30 minutes) from the bars and a hotel taxi runs 600P. There are no meter taxis in the area. Going back to hotel from Fields is around 120P in meter taxi. For a weekend, I would book it.
Robb
[QUOTE=Noguera]So do I take it that no one out there has ever done the totally hot bellgirl at the Lewis Grande?[/QUOTE]Her name is Rein and when I went to Bohol from AC two weeks ago she told me that she would go with me if I needed someone. I brought her a stuffed Tarsier ([url]http://www.thinkphilippines.com/animals/tantalizing-tarsier-of-the-philippines.html[/url]) and she was very happy, but told me next time she wants to go with me and see it for herself. So, I think that she is available.
Robb
What's the best way to book a hotel room in Angeles City? Seems like few hotels there, if any, offer instant web bookings secured by credit card. Rather, it's just a web form where they email back in 24 hours. I'm not sure I trust that. How do you guys usually book rooms there? Is it advisable to simply show up without a reservation?
Booking by filling out the hotel questionaire and providing e-mail works fine and prevents you from paying a service charge to Asia Rooms, Expedia, etc. Been going to the Philippines for over 5 years. Never had a problem. In fact since most do not ask for a credit card number (except Lewis Grande) the risk is entirely on the hotel, not you.
[QUOTE=Robbaf] I brought her a stuffed Tarsier ([url]http://www.thinkphilippines.com/animals/tantalizing-tarsier-of-the-philippines.html[/url]) and she was very happy [/QUOTE]
From the looks of its eyes, they forgot to warn it before they started the stuffing procedure! Either that or it spotted the bellgirl:D.
Aint those little rascals protected. Oh sorry, I forgot, this is The Philippines.
[QUOTE=FurryFriend]What's the best way to book a hotel room in Angeles City? Seems like few hotels there, if any, offer instant web bookings secured by credit card. Rather, it's just a web form where they email back in 24 hours. I'm not sure I trust that. How do you guys usually book rooms there? Is it advisable to simply show up without a reservation?[/QUOTE]I never used a credit card EVER and heard all the war stories about that foolishness. I would at the very least call them directly and tell THEM your name and the date you will be there. I found this worked well in 99. 9% of the cases. I found this to work anywhere I stayed in the country. Especially now with the lack of foreign guys visiting the area as of late. Angeles has so many hotels you can get a room with no problems, and if you can not get your first choice when you get there ask the place to hold a room for the next night. Stay at your second choice and transfer the next day. I would be hard pressed to believe you could not find what you were looking for "quality wise" on short notice. CASH IS KING SO PAY AS YOU GO, Check and see if they will give you a deel for a week or month most here will.
B. B.
[QUOTE=FurryFriend]What's the best way to book a hotel room in Angeles City? Seems like few hotels there, if any, offer instant web bookings secured by credit card. Rather, it's just a web form where they email back in 24 hours. I'm not sure I trust that. How do you guys usually book rooms there? Is it advisable to simply show up without a reservation?[/QUOTE]
I have contacted two hotels in Angeles by e-mail for the first week of June and neither one has yet to respond to me. I think I will try one more and if I don't hear back from that one, I will just show up without reservations and look for something when I get there. Worst case scenario is staying in a ST hotel or non-air con room for a night or so.
[QUOTE=FurryFriend]What's the best way to book a hotel room in Angeles City? Seems like few hotels there, if any, offer instant web bookings secured by credit card. Rather, it's just a web form where they email back in 24 hours. I'm not sure I trust that. How do you guys usually book rooms there? Is it advisable to simply show up without a reservation?[/QUOTE]
I have so far booked AC hotels via their web pages well in advance and paid the stay with a credit card. I have always got email response within 48 hours. But I have favoured upscale hotels like Pacific Breeze, Wild Orchid Resort and ABC. They have not requested money deposit. Only confirmation for arrival within week before. I guess another option would be calling to hotels.
Showing up without reservation... Well, I have earlier assumed that outside peak season would be ok but when arriving to my previous visit during Easter a guy in airplane complainted he had not succeeded making pre-booking and was concerned getting a hotel room late at night. Perhaps someone on-site could hint does it look busy even when it is low season? The hotels I listed above may be full booked even in low season. Or without pre-booking you may end up changing your room during the stay.
[QUOTE=Ezinho]I have contacted two hotels in Angeles by e-mail for the first week of June and neither one has yet to respond to me. I think I will try one more and if I don't hear back from that one, I will just show up without reservations and look for something when I get there. Worst case scenario is staying in a ST hotel or non-air con room for a night or so.[/QUOTE]
Follow up to my own post (how pathetic is this, I'm talking to myself!): I am in Angeles City now and stayed at the Koala Hotel last night because I wanted to find a cheap place to put my bags down, so I could look for somewhere with a low monthly rate. During my search for a proper hotel, I ended up in Matrix Brawn, and I got distracted in my search. Left after a few hours and a 500p BBBJ and by then it was night time! So, I had to spend the night at the Koala. Big mistake that place was! Two brownouts within eight hours or so and in the middle of the night I hear glass breaking and a man and a woman screaming bloody murder! It sounded like someone was being killed outside my room. Being the tough guy I am, I locked my door and hid under the covers in the fetal position!! Couldn't get any sleep for most of the night, heard the police were being called but I'm not sure if they ever actually showed up.
Found a place today for 10k pesos for the month so I got out of there as fast as I could. The things I do to save a few bucks! Avoid the Koala, you've been warned!
[QUOTE=Ezinho]I had to spend the night at the Koala. Big mistake that place was![/QUOTE]
Well crime can happen at any hotel and that goes the same for brownouts (had a few brownouts when I stayed at Lewis Grand). But can you give your assessment of the room and amenities? Have stayed next door at Swagman before and only got a chance to poke my head into Koala. Thanks!
It must have been hell to be deprived of television twice in one night while in AC. I feel for you dude! But didn't the drama outside your room more than make up for that?
But seriously folks, take a flashlite when you go to the Philippines. And in the case of a fire, the electricity may go out. Do you know the way to the fire exit? Play safe.
X
[QUOTE=Ezinho]
So, I had to spend the night at the Koala. Big mistake that place was! Two brownouts within eight hours or so and in the middle of the night I hear glass breaking and a man and a woman screaming bloody murder! It sounded like someone was being killed outside my room. QUOTE]
[QUOTE=FriendlyPlanet]Going to be in AC for the weekend June 12-14. Need another stay at a Priority Club hotel to get a free night and other benefits- anyone ever stay at the Holiday Inn Clark Field? Guest friendly? How long does it take to get there from the main strip?
Friendly[/QUOTE]
Not really the place to stay, as it is far from action. Probably not the best place to bring girls back to either. The cost of travel and time is not worth a free night when you are only there for a few days.
[QUOTE=Mattrick]Well crime can happen at any hotel and that goes the same for brownouts (had a few brownouts when I stayed at Lewis Grand). But can you give your assessment of the room and amenities? Have stayed next door at Swagman before and only got a chance to poke my head into Koala. Thanks![/QUOTE]
As of two days ago, a fan room was 450 pesos and air con room was 950 pesos. Very small rooms, but decent cable. No telephone, I was going to call the front desk girl when the screaming wouldn't stop, but couldn't. Bathroom was small and old. Couldn't get hot water in the shower but got lukewarm water, which is actually fine for me. Overall it's ok for one night I guess but it's quite far from Fields Ave, and there isn't really anything nearby. There are places near Perimeter which are almost as cheap and much better location.
What are the options for weekly or monthly stay in Angeles?
I'm looking for something descent.
is there any short term rental condos for a couple of weeks or a month?
[QUOTE=Escort Fan]What are the options for weekly or monthly stay in Angeles?
I'm looking for something descent.
is there any short term rental condos for a couple of weeks or a month?[/QUOTE]
I just researched this very question last week. There are a few options.
The Sun Moon hotel has rooms in their annex for 13k ($280 USD?) pesos per month. I saw the room and it was ok, kind of small. Cable TV and apparently they have WiFi as well, or so they say.
The Clark Star Hotel has rooms for 10k ($210 USD?) pesos a month but they are kind of spartan and it is located on First Street, away from the "Entertainment district".
The Airmes Hotel accross from the Ponderosa (I think) was fairly nice with pool, I think the guy quoted me 22k pesos a month, less if you don't want cable TV.
There are a few others I checked out that ranged from 16k-24k pesos per month, Standard rooms of course. Most places have monthly discounts, but some of them are only 10% off their posted rates, which I think is a real rip off.
Of course, the farther away you get from Fields, the cheaper it gets. I personally wouldn't want to stay of Fields though, it would be too much sleeze for me.
I stayed at the Sun Moon last summer and am returning again this July for a monthes stay. The Wi-FI worked well and although the room was small it did it's job well. I also got a quote from the Don Paul Apartelle a new place that looked good with a pool for 23K for a month just down santos street from the Wild Orchid and was wondering if anyone had any word on it?
Hi ,
Thanks for your email and for inquiring about reservations at the Pacific Breeze Hotel. Here is the rate for three weeks stay for two executive rooms.
Executive rooms at $57/night = $114 (for 2 rooms) x three weeks (21 days) = $2,394 (for two rooms) All prices are quoted in $USD and are inclusive of all service charges and taxes. The rates do not include any meals. Should you need additional information, please feel free to contact me again. We hope that you'll make the Pacific Breeze part of any future visits to the Philippines.
Annie
Pacific Breeze / Central Park Hotels - Philippines
1888 Vian Street, Balibago, Angeles City 2009
Hi,
Sorry that we cannot offer you a better deal. We understand that everyone has a budget and that we are not always able to satisfy everyone. Our discount policy allows for discounts of 10% off lodging for bookings of 30 consecutive days or more. We do not offer organizational type discounts or discount to lesser duration stays. We understand that many of the other hotels (specifically Wild Orchid and ABC) do offer discounts in order to attract guests. However, they are priced higher than us and even with their discounts you would be paying more to stay at one of those hotels. Our policy has always been to keep it simple by offering affordable, value priced lodging to all guests without the need to negotiate. That way everyone pays the same rates without worrying about whether or not you could have negotiated a better deal.
Again, we understand and respect your decision. We hope that you have a very nice visit to Angeles.
Annie
THIS SEEMS HIGH FOR A SMALL "DATED" ROOM.
[QUOTE=Fantasy]Executive rooms at $57/night = $114 (for 2 rooms) x three weeks (21 days) = $2,394 (for two rooms) THIS SEEMS HIGH FOR A SMALL "DATED" ROOM.[/QUOTE]
That is $1197 for each person for 21 days. Maybe it is me, but that don't seeem high for 21 days in the Pacific Breeze. You get what you pay for. I am very surprised that you got two rooms for 21 days there. What dates are you booking?
Robb
In planning my trip (July 24-31) I am hoping to spend some time in Angeles, some time in Subic Bay, and maybe some time elsewhere too. I'd like to have the freedom to just zip over to Angeles when the mood strikes and stay for a couple days - any ideas about availability of 'walk-ins' in the Balibago area? Does the price jump significantly if there is no reservations?
Just an idea, anyway. If bros think it's foolish to arrive without reservation, I'll plan more specifically.
Still hoping to pal around with some of you revelers while I am there...
[QUOTE=Robbaf]That is $1197 for each person for 21 days. Maybe it is me, but that don't seeem high for 21 days in the Pacific Breeze. You get what you pay for. I am very surprised that you got two rooms for 21 days there. What dates are you booking?
Robb[/QUOTE]Robb,
Yes they don't discount for long stay, they don't need to they are always full and they are the best hotel in AC with good locations, there are few older hotel in the area or premiter area that will offer discount for long stay.
Fast Eddie 48
Following is a copy of my post back in Feb on the hotels I stayed at. Thought it was worth reposting here in the hotels section. Sorry, should have posted it here a long time ago, but sometimes I'm lazy! :)
Valentino's & Savannah very enjoyable. Donald Paul Apartelle very dodgy
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I stayed in Savannah for two weeks and Valentino's for one week last month and really enjoyed both hotels. I actually liked not having a lift as it forced me to do a little exercise. I stayed on the top floor and it was a nice little walk up the stairs.
If you like a few drinks at night or don't want exercise, then stay at one of the bottom rooms.
The owner (another Aussie) and all the staff were very friendly and professional - and the reception girls were honeys too!
I stayed in the first night in the same sort of room as in ur pic, then transferred to one of the balcony rooms. It was nice to get that extra space and really nice to sit on the balcony with a drink at night looking out over to Fields. The location is great. Convenient but still very quiet.
I have no idea how long the promo rates will stay.
I was happy to have found good hotels after my horrible experience when I first arrived on a Saturday night at Donald Paul Apartelle only to be told there was no booking for me and the hotel was full - and that was after many confirmation emails from them and me! It was a real pain trying to find a hotel late on Saturday night.
It was particularly annoying that the Donald Paul didn't reply to my email after that date or contact me (I gave them my filipino cell number and asked them to call me the next day).
So the moral of the story is stay at well run hotels like Valentino's and Savannah, and avoid the dodgy places like Donald Paul Apartelle.
I'm looking for a place to stay maybe like an apartment in A. C., I normally stay at the ORchid Inn, but this time I will be staying for a longer time, can anybody give me advice on where there is a nice apartment, with pool, and still close to fields, . Oh I will be in AC July 17.
How can anyone want to stay at PB. At that pricerange you could expect some service. Tried the swimmingpool while staying in Central P. Well what can I say, there were no service by the pool. I had to walk inside to the bar and make my orders to the unfriendly waitreses, its OK in a 2 or 3 starhotel, but here you pay very much. I havent seen the rooms but they must be very nice according to that price. PB
[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]How can anyone want to stay at PB. At that pricerange you could expect some service. Tried the swimmingpool while staying in Central P. Well what can I say, there were no service by the pool. I had to walk inside to the bar and make my orders to the unfriendly waitreses, its OK in a 2 or 3 starhotel, but here you pay very much. I haven't seen the rooms but they must be very nice according to that price. PB[/QUOTE]Primo bolan,
I stay at pacific breeze and central park many time already get very good service by all the staff there, Pacific breeze is a new hotel and room are larger and better than central park, this is AC not Manila or Hong Kong so don't think you will get 5 star service here.
The reception girl alway say good morning to me by my first name and tell me good evening when I bring girl back may be they just like handsome man.
Fast Eddie 48
Good morning with my name seems to be a very nice experience to pay for. I`ll have to try it! But if Im lying by the pool several ours and they dont even ask me if I want to order, same thing 4 or 5 days. I dont think its a good sign. I wouldnt take the chance to book me in. I know this is Angeles, but as they say you get what you pay for. Is ABC better? And by the way I am handsome. PB
[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]How can anyone want to stay at PB. At that pricerange you could expect some service. Tried the swimmingpool while staying in Central P. Well what can I say, there were no service by the pool. I had to walk inside to the bar and make my orders to the unfriendly waitreses, its OK in a 2 or 3 starhotel, but here you pay very much. I havent seen the rooms but they must be very nice according to that price. PB[/QUOTE]
I will have to second this opinion about slow and unfriendly service in pool area. Maybe you have to become a friend or something with the staff first? I have stayed in PB couple of times and liked rooms and swiming pool.
[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]Good morning with my name seems to be a very nice experience to pay for. I`ll have to try it! But if Im lying by the pool several ours and they dont even ask me if I want to order, same thing 4 or 5 days. I dont think its a good sign. I wouldnt take the chance to book me in. I know this is Angeles, but as they say you get what you pay for. Is ABC better? And by the way I am handsome. PB[/QUOTE]to Primo,
I have never say at the ABC hotel so I cannot tell you how is their service ,but if you read the forum you will find comment on ABC ,I am just going by my own experience at PB ,they alway ask me what do I like to drink when I get my pool towel .
Fast Eddie 48
I just didn`t get that kind of service by the pool. I tipped them well when I payed my bill every time. Still the same thing the next day and the next etc.
Well I think I must try to stay in the hotel and I would also recieve the poolservice. PB
Stayed here on my first trip based on positive comments. It's as others have reported - new (opened last October), clean, quiet a few streets back, a minute or two to a lot of the bars, friendly and helpful staff (especially Lady during the day - acts like you made her day just by showing up and asking her a question. Jen at night is great, too.) Two Australian brothers own the place and seem like great guys.
I was there for about five days earlier in the month, and I returned for a few nights passing through the next week. I'd recommend a friend to at least check it out. The promo rate mentioned in earlier posts didn't seem available (said a 10% discount if staying a week), but then I came in off the street and didn't do any emails beforehand. I needed flexibility.
[url]www.valentinoshotel.com[/url]
Is the Lewis Grand Hotel girl-friendly? Please advise. This will be my first time to AC. And also the Philippines for that matter.
[QUOTE=Hungerman111]Is the Lewis Grand Hotel girl-friendly? Please advise. This will be my first time to AC. And also the Philippines for that matter.[/QUOTE]All hotels in A. C. Are girl friendly including the Lewis Grand. As a matter of fact, when you tell the girls where you are staying, you'll have trouble keeping them out of your hotel. Ha, ha! The Lewis Grand is one of the nicest and newest hotels in Angeles.
Good luck with your adventure.
I think a non-girlfriendly hotel in AC would be bankrupt within weeks.
Even no need to open such a hotel at all.
Had a Executive room in LGH recently and so true, it's not the problem to get the girls in the hotel, it's more the problem to get them out in the morning!
Cheers!
Currently staying at Wild Orchid AC, where their Deluxe room (smallish, no balcony, window with view of a wall) are discounted to 3000 for the rest of August because of rainy season. The staff are very friendly, making the occasional glitch easier to bear.
You'd expect a place named "wild...." would be girl friendly and it is. I was chatting with one of the bar / restaurant staff and she mentioned that the staff can go swimming after their work.
Shortly thereafter I saw three unaccompanied lasses wading into the pool while wearing some very fetching bikinis. Foolishly, I though, maybe, just maybe, these were off duty staff. I asked the lady at the bar, "Who are they?".
She didn't bat an eyelash as she said, "somone's barfine"
X
EuroAsia Hotel, formerly Europhil has been remodeled since last time I was there. I took a look around, but didn't go inside any rooms. There seem to be a new banquest room at the back, but I'm not sure if anything else has really changed. I seem to remember some rooms don't have windows, which is a big turnoff for me. Everything looked newish and clean and they do have a swimming pool.
America Hotel. There are six rooms at the back with balconies overlooking the pool. These are good value in my opinion.
Most of the rooms are very spacious. Some have strategically placed mirrors. The tiny cashier is as cute as a button.
Unfortunately, my most recent visit there was a disaster. The pool water was cloudy. My bathroom had no toilet seat. They didn't clean my room the second day. If I had known of the discounted rates at Wild Orchid I wouldn't have stayed the second day. My recommendation is give America a pass unless you really need a swimming pool at a relatively low price. My room was almost 1500 including the VAT.
X
[QUOTE=X Man]Deluxe room [b]smallish, no balcony, window with view of a wall[/b] are discounted to 3000 [/QUOTE]
With this description I consider 3k pretty expensive.
Cheers!
On my trip last month I stayed at the Clarkton in the remodeled Studio 1 suite for 3250P a night. The room was very nice and I liked the setup of the room. Free WiFi and balcony over looking the pool. Compared to the LG, this hotel is customer friendly and service was great. The breakfast buffet is the best that I have had in the PI. Also, I liked having Mirrors in the hotel for that last stop prior to going to the room. They are open until 3 am.
Robb
Yes, it is. It jumps to 4,400 for a better room. The bed is very comfortable and the strategically placed mirror is nice. Pacific Breeze seems to only have annex rooms whenever I check. ABC still starts at US99 according to a sign out front.
I like the pool and pool area at Wild Orchid. This justifies the higher price for me. ABC has a rather small pool.
I checked out the Savannah Resort Hotel as well. It's fairly new and has a decent sized pool. The junior suite I looked at had an awesome jacuzzi bath. Price 3,600. Like the Clarkton, the location is a bit far from go-go central.
X
[QUOTE=Ekspat]With this description I consider 3k pretty expensive.
Cheers![/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man]EuroAsia Hotel, formerly Europhil has been remodeled since last time I was there. I took a look around, but didn't go inside any rooms. There seem to be a new banquest room at the back, but I'm not sure if anything else has really changed. I seem to remember some rooms don't have windows, which is a big turnoff for me. Everything looked newish and clean and they do have a swimming pool.
America Hotel. There are six rooms at the back with balconies overlooking the pool. These are good value in my opinion.
Most of the rooms are very spacious. Some have strategically placed mirrors. The tiny cashier is as cute as a button.
Unfortunately, my most recent visit there was a disaster. The pool water was cloudy. My bathroom had no toilet seat. They didn't clean my room the second day. If I had known of the discounted rates at Wild Orchid I wouldn't have stayed the second day. My recommendation is give America a pass unless you really need a swimming pool at a relatively low price. My room was almost 1500 including the VAT.
X[/QUOTE]
I stayed in the America Hotel Nov 2008, the problem is that some Girls (Not all Some) doesn't want to go there due to the rumor that there is a ghost in that hotel.
I was able to convince one ( the most cute one) from Nasty Duck to come but once she was in room i could feel that she was shivering with fear.
Other that that I find the America Hotel very nice and reasonable
The best Bar Manager in AC (Martin) mentioned a new hotel just past ABC think it was about 5 floors owned buy a young guy.
Would like to try it out could someone give its name.
Have stayed before at the ABC what a great hotel for US$100 quality throughout and the Pacific Breeze US$57 - 85 a poor quality hotel (the whole bathroom would cost less than just the ABC's Bath taps (Groche) very loud noise all night from other rooms and others plumbing also American manger has a ego problem but other wise very nice staff.
[QUOTE=Xhooker]The best Bar Manager in AC (Martin) mentioned a new hotel just past ABC think it was about 5 floors owned buy a young guy.
Would like to try it out could someone give its name.
[/QUOTE]
Sounds to me like Lewis Grand Hotel.
37 days to go..... :D
Cheers!
[QUOTE=Ekspat]Sounds to me like Lewis Grand Hotel.
37 days to go..... :D
Cheers![/QUOTE]Thanks Ekspat,
Checked it out looks 2nd best option so will stay with ABC.
6 days to go - can't wait
I live in Pattaya come to AC every 2 months for the gf experience as in Pattaya it feels more like a business experience.
[QUOTE=Xhooker]Pacific Breeze US$57 - 85 a poor quality hotel (the whole bathroom would cost less than just the ABC's Bath taps (Groche) very loud noise all night from other rooms and others plumbing also American manger has a ego problem but other wise very nice staff.[/QUOTE]I have many fond memories of rodgering pretty girls all night at PB.. maybe it was me you heard! :D
AV
To supplement my ealier hotel reports, I include this fine picture of a bed at the Wild Orchid. Please ignore the 40kg of good lovin' that is trying to get into the picture. X
To supplement my earlier, and mostly negative, review of America Hotel, I attach this picture of the spacious bathroom. Yes, this is the notorious bathroom with no toilet seat.
The gal is not recommended either.
X
[QUOTE=Hungerman111]Is the Lewis Grand Hotel girl-friendly? Please advise. This will be my first time to AC. And also the Philippines for that matter.[/QUOTE]
I directly asked the hotel, before booking, and they confirmed that they are very girl-friendly. It is no problem to bring your guest for a stayover / night.
I trust this clarifies.
Wonderer
[QUOTE=Wonderer]I directly asked the hotel, before booking, and they confirmed that they are very girl-friendly. [/QUOTE]
They must have been pretty surprised by such a question.
Welcome to AC...... :D
Cheers!
[QUOTE=Ekspat]They must have been pretty surprised by such a question.
Welcome to AC...... :D
Cheers![/QUOTE]
Actually if a bloke DOESN'T have someone come in for the night they might think he was dancing on the other side of the floor...so to speak. :)
I dread the day when AC hotels actually disapprove of, ahem, 'guests'.
They're in trouble with the BIR. Anyone hear about this?
[url]http://www.sunstar.com.ph/pampanga/bir-implements-%E2%80%98oplan-kandado%E2%80%99-program[/url]
[QUOTE=Finrod]They're in trouble with the BIR. Anyone hear about this?
[url]http://www.sunstar.com.ph/pampanga/bir-implements-%E2%80%98oplan-kandado%E2%80%99-program[/url][/QUOTE]
They were closed down this morning. All guests moved to other hotels. The word is that it will be for a few days only...
See pics.
[QUOTE=Wonderer]I directly asked the hotel, before booking, and they confirmed that they are very girl-friendly. It is no problem to bring your guest for a stayover / night.
I trust this clarifies.
Wonderer[/QUOTE]What a hoot, the whole bar area is one big bordello. Asking this shouts newbie in flaming six foot high letters hee hee.
Even a cursory search of the PI forums would indicate that ALL hotels in ALL the red light districts of PI assume you will have 'company' ;)
Just a little to chaps visiting for the first time. Do always book & pay for a DOUBLE OCCUPANCY in the first instance fellows.
If entertaining more than two 'guests' for the evening, notify the front desk & offer to pay the extra 'beds'.
This shows a little class & practically eliminates the unpleasantness of an argument at the door of the hotel or an argument at the front desk when paying the bill.
The hotels are running a business not a freaking charity. Even AC hotels will get a bit pissed with cheap charlies. After all this is some of the cheapest mongering/hotels anywhere in SEA.
As for 'how much' to give to the girls there is a balance between selfishly cheap & stupidly extravagant. I tend to err on the side of caution & stick to prevailing local prices with an occasional splurge. Although I can afford anything I avoid staying in the top end hotels as this sends the wrong message to the girls IMHO.
Happy punting!
AV
[QUOTE=Sukhumvitter]They were closed down this morning. All guests moved to other hotels. The word is that it will be for a few days only...
See pics.[/QUOTE]Sigh, unfortunately thats business in the PI. Erratic one day, unpredictable the next...
In this case I assume the correct amounts of currency will rectify this 'mistake' quickly ;)
AV
Thanks a lot for the great advices. I really appreciate.
However, I am afraid to disappoint you. I have visited AC already before, and I am pretty familiar with the place - except for the LG Hotel.
There is nothing I would need to "defend" here. But just a few humble thoughts for the much more experienced guys.
First, I have experienced in other monger places (eg. Pattaya) that some top class hotels made some trouble when you brought a girl to your room. In some of these hotels you had to pay an additional "fee". With asking the hotel directly, I know at least that there is no such fee, and I can bring whoever I want - without any embarrassment.
Second, Hungerman111 posted a question, which was IMHO not finally answered. So, I thought by posting my comment, it would be an idea next time for a newbie in town: just ask if you are not sure. I believe, asking is always better - whatever "surprise" it means to the hotel staff. Many times, asking questions helps to avoid unnecessary embarrassment.
Third, we all certainly remember the attempted crack-down on the business in AC. Sometimes, anything can happen within no time - the closing down of the Pacific Breeze is just a last example for this.
Last but not least, I look forward to meeting some of you senior monger guys in AC when I am there in about 12 days... Perhaps there is some news we can exchange.
Have fun!
Wonderer
[QUOTE=Wonderer]Hungerman111 posted a question, which was IMHO not finally answered.[/QUOTE]Like I said, all hotels in ALL the red light districts of PI expect you to have 'company'. If I must type it out in braille - YES THEY ARE _ALL_ GIRL FRIENDLY. In fact most hotels in PI in general are unconcerned who you sleep with as long as you pay for a double occupancy & you both act with decorum. Sly winks & admiring smiles are common from front door/front desk staff. If you get a bit of a rep as an operator in 'straight' hotels you may find the young female staff asking for a session also.[QUOTE=Wonderer]we all certainly remember the attempted crack-down on the business in AC. Sometimes, anything can happen within no time - the closing down of the Pacific Breeze is just a last example for this.[/QUOTE]PB has had a bit of a checkered history with the bureaucracy there. Took a lot of time to get the thing up & flying in the first place if I recall correctly. Thats business in PI[QUOTE=Wonderer]Last but not least, I look forward to meeting some of you senior monger guys in AC when I am there in about 12 days... Perhaps there is some news we can exchange.[/QUOTE]Wish we could catch up but alas my attentions are needed by my #1 GF in Manila that time.
Cheers & have a great time! ;)
AV
Is there anyone now in Angeles City who can give an update on the closure of the Pacfic Breeze? I made my booking last Friday before I saw the news here, which just happened to be the day that they were to be served with closure notice.
My reservation is to commence on September 30, and if appears that the closure is long-term, then I would like to re-book ASAP.
Any man on the ground there who can give us a news update on the PB closure?
Raz
[QUOTE=RasSpewtin]Is there anyone now in Angeles City who can give an update on the closure of the Pacfic Breeze? I made my booking last Friday before I saw the news here, which just happened to be the day that they were to be served with closure notice.
My reservation is to commence on September 30, and if appears that the closure is long-term, then I would like to re-book ASAP.
Any man on the ground there who can give us a news update on the PB closure?
Raz[/QUOTE]RAZ,
I think you should just email the hotel to confirm this after all you cannot always believe everything you read here .
Fast eddie48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48]RAZ,
I think you should just email the hotel to confirm this after all you cannot always believe everything you read here .
Fast eddie48[/QUOTE]
Fast Eddie, I did call the hotel on Sept 8 and they confirmed that they were closed at the time. They said that the closure "should" last for 5 days or so, and that my reservation "should" be ok for Sept 30. I would like to have some confidence that they are correct, but you can't believe everything that you hear in AC bars and hotels either.
And I did try to email them, but that email bounced back because their mailbox was full. I suspect that a lot of other guys are re-booking their stays right now.
Raz
Just got the following response from Annie at PB reservations in regards with my inquiry about my November booking:
Subject: Pacific Breeze Hotel Bookings Confirmed.
Hi,
Last week the Pacific Breeze was visited by members of the Manila BIR and temporarily closed. The closure stemmed from a disagreement over taxes on past sales. When we refused to pay the exorbitant amount that the BIR had computed, we were told that they would issue the closure order which they executed. We have been negotiating with the local representatives of the BIR and we have come to a more reasonable assessment which we paid earlier today. The official closure was only supposed to be for only 5 days, ending yesterday on 8 September, but we were told that because of the weekend and the holiday, we will not receive the clearance to reopen until tomorrow or Friday.
We don’t see any reason that we will not be able to honor your reservation in November.
No need to be worried. Have a wonderful day.
Annie
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[QUOTE=RasSpewtin]Fast Eddie, I did call the hotel on Sept 8 and they confirmed that they were closed at the time. They said that the closure "should" last for 5 days or so, and that my reservation "should" be ok for Sept 30. I would like to have some confidence that they are correct, but you can't believe everything that you hear in AC bars and hotels either.
And I did try to email them, but that email bounced back because their mailbox was full. I suspect that a lot of other guys are re-booking their stays right now.
Raz[/QUOTE]
Here is the e-mail I received a few hours ago:
Dear Guest,
We are writing to you to let you know that the Pacific Breeze Hotel reopened two hours ago and we are receiving guests once again. We want to sincerely apologize for any worry or inconvenience that you may have experienced as a result of the closure. As we mentioned earlier, the closure stemmed from a disagreement over past taxes and a recent tax assessment. We were able to come to more reasonable terms with the tax authorities. We did our best to minimize the impact to you, but unfortunately some of our competition chose to get the media involved. That aggravated the situation and as a direct result, those of you staying with us already were directly affected. Again, we sincerely apologize for that.
We appreciate the understanding and kind notes that we received from many of you. It was certainly a difficult time for us and our staff.
We again appreciate your support of the hotel. We look forward to the chance to serve you again.
Sincerely,
Pacific Breeze Management
PS. For privacy, we have blind copied all of the email recipients. If you have specific questions about your booking or anything else for the matter, please email us again.
I was wondering if anyone could update me on the situation of the Lewis Grande restaurant
The last time I went (December 08) they were looking for a chef, and the food SUCKED.
Also did anyone try the Savannah I'm wondering how far it is from Fields (undersand it's on the perimeter not too far from LG), and also does it have a free driver system like the LG has? (if LG wouldn't have this service I wouldn't go there.)
Finally how is the food at the Savannah?
Hard to get a descent meal in AC, PB has the worst burgers EVER! Avoid at all cost.
Is the Orchid Inn an okay hotel? I'm looking for a place that is not too expensive and close to the action. I'm also keen on keeping valuables safe!
Looks like Wild Orchid Resort and ABC etc. Are very nice, but probably a little too expensive for my budget (as I'm travelling for a few months).
It's fine. In-room safes, nice pool, convenient location, clean. Everything a fella needs to have a good time in AC.
[QUOTE=Freshc]Is the Orchid Inn an okay hotel? I'm looking for a place that is not too expensive and close to the action. I'm also keen on keeping valuables safe!
Looks like Wild Orchid Resort and ABC etc. Are very nice, but probably a little too expensive for my budget (as I'm travelling for a few months).[/QUOTE]
What is a free driver system?
Cottage Kitchen (Orleans food), Zapatas (Mex), The Chinese place (forgot the name) are all more than "decent". After midnight I had good luck with Dollhouse restaurant. The Greek place ....way down on Perimeter.
PB has been getting bad restaurant reviews ever since they opened.
I wouldn't hesitate to walk from Lewis G to the Fields strip, but not from Savannah. I never stayed there, but last month I wrote, "I checked out the Savannah Resort Hotel as well. It's fairly new and has a decent sized pool. The junior suite I looked at had an awesome jacuzzi bath. Price 3,600. Like the Clarkton, the location is a bit far from go-go central."
So, closer to Clarkton than LG, if my memory is correct.
X
[QUOTE=Escort Fan]
Also did anyone try the Savannah I'm wondering how far it is from Fields (undersand it's on the perimeter not too far from LG), and also does it have a free driver system like the LG has? (if LG wouldn't have this service I wouldn't go there.)
Finally how is the food at the Savannah?
Hard to get a descent meal in AC, PB has the worst burgers EVER! Avoid at all cost.[/QUOTE]
To add to what Rob said, Orchid Inn used to be the most popular hotel in AC. Reservations were req. well in advance. That success led to an annex being built to the back, and then much later the Wild Orchid Hotels in AC and Subic (I assume it's the same managers / owners, but not sure).
Orchid Inn is still very popular. I don't like the rooms between the lobby and the pool, but those may be the cheapest. As for a hotel with a pool, you cannot get more centrally located than Orchid Inn.
The female staff have been known to be affected by all the sex in the air.
X
[QUOTE=Freshc]Is the Orchid Inn an okay hotel? ).[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man]
I don't like the rooms between the lobby and the pool, but those may be the cheapest. As for a hotel with a pool, you cannot get more centrally located than Orchid Inn.
X[/QUOTE]
This I confirm. I had cheapest room just (steep) upstairs left from reception. It is in old part back in restaurant lobby. Worst room quality price ratio I have seen. The room was very worn down. And it was depressive; dark purple ceiling and ineffective lights. If I had just been dumped I would have committed a suicide in that room - The Shining experience. AC had no knobs left to do any adjustment for temperature.
On positive side there was standard small in-room safe. Another positive was I spent there only one night before flight home.
New annex looked good. Did not visit any rooms though.
Thanks for all the feedback.
Much appreciated.
[QUOTE=X Man]What is a free driver system? [/QUOTE]like going to fields at night or coming back from fields, LG staff comes and pick you up in their white SUV for free.
It's quite convienient when it's 2AM you're at atlantis you call up and request them to come pick up you.
There is a driver on duty 24/7.
Free and much more confortable than a trike! (I don't fit in a trike as I'm a big rugby player that stands at 6ft4).
[QUOTE=Robbaf]On my trip last month I stayed at the Clarkton in the remodeled Studio 1 suite for 3250P a night. The room was very nice and I liked the setup of the room. Free WiFi and balcony over looking the pool. Compared to the LG, this hotel is customer friendly and service was great. The breakfast buffet is the best that I have had in the PI. Also, I liked having Mirrors in the hotel for that last stop prior to going to the room. They are open until 3 am.
Robb[/QUOTE]
I have booked to stay there via their frontdesk chat via the net. I asked for a confirmation number and they said that it is not necessary as the chat record constitutes the confirmation. I hope they are right! I will find out soon enough.
[QUOTE=ManonsanBoy]
I have booked to stay there via their frontdesk chat via the net. I asked for a confirmation number and they said that it is not necessary as the chat record constitutes the confirmation. I hope they are right! I will find out soon enough.
[/QUOTE]
Clarkton aka Kangaroo Club was my home away from home when I was stationed in the far-east back in the mid-80s. It was owned by Aussies back then. I used the hotel annex that was behind the main hotel for privacy and quiet. The bell guy even pimped for me when I could not find my own. Mirrors was just a hole in the wall then with 4 circular stages where one girl at a time danced. Usually one stage was open all the time and others would open as the place filled up. You sat on stools around the stage. Girls danced in bikinis. I was used to American clubs and when I put a 10P note in the bikini bottom, the dancers would get all giggly. EWR'd 6-8 of the girls over a period of 1 1/2 years with no problems. Service was always friendly.
Slim
Okay, I guess "free driver" means exactly what it sounds like. I might give LG another look next time. Thanks for the info.
I know clarkton has a regular service which seems to run every thirty minutes in the evening. They have a pick up point at Fields where there is a V in the road, right outside where the "walking street" begins / ends.
Rugby, 6'4? Oh, I can kick your butt anytime! Just pm me and I will give you the meeting place and the time! (I just want my detractors to feel happy about their claims that I antagonize anyone and everyone at ISG.)
Trikes seem to have different shapes and sizes wherever you go in the Philippines. Why on earth do AC trikes seem to be the smallest in the country?
X
[QUOTE=Escort Fan]like going to fields at night or coming back from fields, LG staff comes and pick you up in their white SUV for free.
It's quite convienient when it's 2AM you're at atlantis you call up and request them to come pick up you.
There is a driver on duty 24/7.
Free and much more confortable than a trike! (I don't fit in a trike as I'm a big rugby player that stands at 6ft4).[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Escort Fan]
Also did anyone try the Savannah I'm wondering how far it is from Fields (undersand it's on the perimeter not too far from LG), and also does it have a free driver system like the LG has? (if LG wouldn't have this service I wouldn't go there.)
Finally how is the food at the Savannah?
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I stayed at the Savannah over New Years last year. At that time it was new and very good rooms. They were also expensive (I think) at 4000 php for a regular room.
Things I did like were: the jacuzzi tub, the big shower, non-stop porn on three channels, and the food at the bar was good. I eat mostly steak and can recommend the porterhouse and ribeye.
They have the free driver also. Just call and he will come pick you up, also gave me a ride to the airport at the end of the stay. Probably one of my favorite places to stay in AC.
Mostly I would go out about 7pm, BF a girl and do the deed, then have a good meal and play games with the staff down out the bar after. Mostly the BG would stay with me LT and leave around 11am. Very relaxing and fun.
Do a search and you can find my report.
I have a bunch of pics (mostly girls in the jacuzzi) but will resize and post soon.
Getting ready to book my Nov. PI trip, and have narrowed down my AC hotels to the following:
Lewis Grand
Angeles Beach Club
Pacific Breeze
Hotel Royal Amsterdam
I'd like to hear comparative opinions from folks who have stayed at more than one of these places.
Basically, I want a suite with a jacuzzi, which all of these have at prices that are withhin my budget, but I don't like to pay for a "name"...I will pay more only if there is a definite tangible benefit for that cost.
I'd like something walking distance to fields (15 minutes or less), but not so noisy you can't sleep.
Also, do any of these NOT have free (or very cheap) internet? I hate hourly or otherwise outrageous internet charges with a passion.
[QUOTE=Carmex]I stayed at the Savannah over New Years last year. At that time it was new and very good rooms. They were also expensive (I think) at 4000 php for a regular room.
Things I did like were: the jacuzzi tub, the big shower, non-stop porn on three channels, and the food at the bar was good. I eat mostly steak and can recommend the porterhouse and ribeye.
They have the free driver also. Just call and he will come pick you up, also gave me a ride to the airport at the end of the stay. Probably one of my favorite places to stay in AC.
Mostly I would go out about 7pm, BF a girl and do the deed, then have a good meal and play games with the staff down out the bar after. Mostly the BG would stay with me LT and leave around 11am. Very relaxing and fun.
Do a search and you can find my report.
I have a bunch of pics (mostly girls in the jacuzzi) but will resize and post soon.[/QUOTE]This is the price listing the savannah hotel email me before my last visit to AC. I hope this help. I had a great stay there last month.
[url]http://www.savannahresortangeles.com/[/url]
Good morning. It’s nice to hear from you and that you are interested in being one of our guests. Please see below our room rates;
ROOM TYPE RATE (PHP)
STANDARD 2,500.00
DE LUXE 2,800.00
JUNIOR SUITE 3,600.00
SAVANNAH SUITE 3,800.00
EXECUTIVE SUITE 4,500.00
PENTHOUSE SUITE 5,500.00
PRESIDENTIAL SUITE 6,500.00
FACILITIES AND SERVICES
ALL ROOMS ARE EQUIPPED WITH THE FOLLOWING:
1. LCD TV
2. 32 CHANNEL CABLE TV
3. 3 IN HOUSE VIDEO MOVIES
4. 3 IN HOUSE ADULT MOVIES
5. AIRCONDITION
6. 12” MATTRESS
7. CLASS A PILLOWS
8. SATIN BED SHEETS
9. CUSTOM MADE DUVETS
10. WELL STOCKED REFRIGERATOR
11. STUDY AND DRESSING CABINET
12. IN ROOM INTERNATIONAL CALLS
13. WIFI INTERNET CONNECTIONS
14. FLUFFY COMFORTABLE TOWELS
15. HAIR DRYER
16. BIDET OUTLET
The restaurant is open 24 hours and serves varieties of international dishes that suit your distinguished tastes and flavor. The Bar has great selection of wines, liquor and spirit to choose from. Take it from our cheerful waitresses. Indulge in our swimming pool and refresh yourself with the warm water from the pool Jacuzzi.
We also offer free transportation from the hotel to SM CLARK, CLARK AIRPORT and field’s avenue. Let us know if you would like to confirm your reservation. We hope to hear back from you soon.
Best Regards,
BLESS D. SERRANO
Front Office Manager
SAVANNAH RESORT HOTEL
[QUOTE=Ej2208]This is the price listing the savannah hotel email me before my last visit to AC. I hope this help. I had a great stay there last month.[/QUOTE]Hmm, maybe I need to add the Savannah to my list of potentials. How is the jaccuzzi? Their website mention that all the suites have 2-person ones, but are they really decent sized (I. E. Big enough for a westerner + 1)? I didn't see any pictures of the jaccuzzi on the website. Could you post a pic. Preferably with a couple girls in it, just for size comparison of course.
[QUOTE=Dbdoll]Hmm, maybe I need to add the Savannah to my list of potentials. How is the jaccuzzi? Their website mention that all the suites have 2-person ones, but are they really decent sized (I. E. Big enough for a westerner + 1)? I didn't see any pictures of the jaccuzzi on the website. Could you post a pic. Preferably with a couple girls in it, just for size comparison of course.[/QUOTE]
for comparison purposes of course.
really nice hotel and I liked the tub and staff very much. Lot better then ABC last time I was there. Think this is the standard room, but I really don't remember.
Good memories of this girl, perimeter road, but not sure where she is now as this was over a year ago.
[QUOTE=Carmex]for comparison purposes of course.
Really nice hotel and I liked the tub and staff very much. Lot better then ABC last time I was there. Think this is the standard room, but I really don't remember.[/QUOTE]Thanks Carmex! I'll add the Savannah to my short list. The tub looks decent sized, certainly big enough for me + 1 cutie. Maybe 2 if one is on my lap, though I can't imagine how that would happen.
Good memories of this girl, perimeter road, but not sure where she is now as this was over a year ago.[/QUOTE]Carmex,
Nice pics.
Damn, I can't wait for my next visit to AC.
Two quick questions on the Savannah:
1. Do they have free internet access (wired or wireless) in the guest rooms?
2. I heard somewhere that they charge extra for room service. Is this right? How much?
[QUOTE=Dbdoll]Two quick questions on the Savannah:
1. Do they have free internet access (wired or wireless) in the guest rooms?
2. I heard somewhere that they charge extra for room service. Is this right? How much?[/QUOTE]1.The internet is wireless and free of charge just ask for code for your room when you check in.
2.The house keeping and room service is 24 hours and is free also.
I only paid the price on the menu plus what ever i wanted to tip for room service.
I hope this help.
EJ
[QUOTE=Ej2208]1.The internet is wireless and free of charge just ask for code for your room when you check in.
2.The house keeping and room service is 24 hours and is free also.
I only paid the price on the menu plus what ever i wanted to tip for room service.
I hope this help.
EJ[/QUOTE]Thanks EJ! I'm thinking the Savannah will be the place.
Hello! Good the topic is that in March, 2010 I go to angels city. I have been looking at hotels and am between (among) " valentino's hotel " that has good critiques, but it has neither swimming pool, nor mini bar. " Mirage hotel " that does not have swimming pool either, but as added value it has a great mirror in the wall and in the roof, je, je. But have ne found critiques or commentaries, someone to condition? This one on " carrussel bar ", is very noisy, can fall asleep? . Also have I looked "pacific breeze" that if it has swimming pool, but the rooms are very simple for the price that they have. I need recommendations?
Thank you thousand?
Welcome to ISG A1, it's nice to see a newcomer that has done a bit of homework before the first post.
There should be a lot of empty rooms in March. If your trip is more than a few days, you might want to wander into a few hotels and see what looks good for you. My recommendation is start off with something simple at first, and then for the last few days get a nice room at Wild Orchid.
Budget rooms, with reasonably sized pool, would probably be America Hotel.
You might get more responses if you specify a budget, time line, and some of your requirements.
X
[QUOTE=Antonio1]Hello! Good the topic is that in March, 2010 I go to angels city. I have been looking at hotels and am between (among) " valentino's hotel " that has good critiques, but it has neither swimming pool, nor mini bar. " Mirage hotel " that does not have swimming pool either, but as added value it has a great mirror in the wall and in the roof, je, je. But have ne found critiques or commentaries, someone to condition? This one on " carrussel bar ", is very noisy, can fall asleep? . Also have I looked "pacific breeze" that if it has swimming pool, but the rooms are very simple for the price that they have. I need recommendations?
Thank you thousand?[/QUOTE]
I'm surprised this Hotel hasn't been discussed yet but I highly recommend it.
It's got a great location lying smack dab between Perimeter's and Fields. It's near the T-intersection that's located near the ABC hotel.
The hotel is nice and clean and the staff are extremely accommodating and friendly. The staff well always greet you if they run into you on the stairs or hallways with "Hello, sir!".
The benefit of this hotel is that it can accommodate the budget-minded. The rates are 1,100 for a standard and 1,300 for a deluxe along with other rooms. I stayed in the deluxe. The rooms are extremely clean and comfortable. The biggest plus for me is that wifi is available and free throughout the building and of course your room.
The only downside that I could say about the hotel is that you must pay in cash only. They don't have a credit card machine. However, by paying in cash and with a week stay, you'll receive a 10 percent discount.
The other bad point might be the slightly dark location down the street heading towards the hotel. However, I never had any problems walking down the street at the wee hours of the night and never felt unsafe.
I forgot to add that the hotel is very basic in services. There is no restaurant, nor swimming pool or other facilities if that's what you need. It's just a good, clean basic hotel with tasteful interior.
If you need to do laundry, there's a laundry place that's about 20 meters to your right (when you walk out the front of the hotel).
I'm actually going there tomorrow for a few more days stay after coming back from Cebu.
Cheers,
zackary kr
[QUOTE=X Man]
There should be a lot of empty rooms in March. [/QUOTE]
Sure?!?
I thought March is still considered High Season?
Cheers!
I've never had a problem getting a room in March. Around the Christmas and Easter holidays are the times when people might want to make hotel reservations. You have increase of tourists as well as OFW returning for their holidays. I don't think many of the OFW go to AC though.
A quick Internet search seems to indicate that there are a lot of different opinions about when high / low season is.
X
[QUOTE=Ekspat]Sure?!?
I thought March is still considered High Season?
Cheers![/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man]I've never had a problem getting a room in March. Around the Christmas and Easter holidays are the times when people might want to make hotel reservations. You have increase of tourists as well as OFW returning for their holidays. I don't think many of the OFW go to AC though.
A quick Internet search seems to indicate that there are a lot of different opinions about when high / low season is.
X[/QUOTE]
Bad form. You got extra information about the places, but won't share it with ISG?
How about a URL and a price? X
Congratulations on mastering the cut and paste function.
X
[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]Bad form. You got extra information about the places, but won't share it with ISG?
How about a URL and a price? X[/QUOTE]
Thanks Mr ISG. You are a really good teacher, telling us members what to do and not.
I like Clarktons suites in the new building.
PB
Actually, I can't tell anoyone what to do. What are you thinking?
I prefer the upper floors in the old building.
You have to make a decision now primo baka. Are you going to be a help to ISG, or are you going to be a dick?
I've been a dick on occasions, so don't feel hesitant to say "yes".
X
[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]Thanks Mr ISG. You are a really good teacher, telling us members what to do and not.
I like Clarktons suites in the new building.
PB[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man]Actually, I can't tell anoyone what to do. What are you thinking?
I prefer the upper floors in the old building.
You have to make a decision now primo baka. Are you going to be a help to ISG, or are you going to be a dick?
I've been a dick on occasions, so don't feel hesitant to say "yes".
X[/QUOTE]
The new building and the food is great at Clarkton.
Well you are doing two things wrong at the same time X.
First you wrote that you can`t tell anyone what to do, and then you tell me to make a decision now if Im going to be a dick or not. Let me remind you of one important ISG rule:
" Please do not post any messages that harrass, insult, belittle, threaten or flame another member."
And now I want to know what you are so upset about, what is it that I wrote in the first place that made you to go mad at me? PB
Yea, I broke the rule. Sorry. I guess you forgot about the pm you sent where you called me "stupid".
Yep, I can't tell anyone what to do.
But, I can try. For example, why don't you give us a better review of Clarkton? I'm sure you're not a selfish person, so feel free to give us details and / or pictures.
Love, x
Swiss chalet picture attached
[QUOTE=Primo Bolan]The new building and the food is great at Clarkton.
Well you are doing two things wrong at the same time X.
First you wrote that you can`t tell anyone what to do, and then you tell me to make a decision now if Im going to be a dick or not. Let me remind you of one important ISG rule:
" Please do not post any messages that harrass, insult, belittle, threaten or flame another member."
And now I want to know what you are so upset about, what is it that I wrote in the first place that made you to go mad at me? PB[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man]Yea, I broke the rule. Sorry. I guess you forgot about the pm you sent where you called me "stupid".
Yep, I can't tell anyone what to do.
But, I can try. For example, why don't you give us a better review of Clarkton? I'm sure you're not a selfish person, so feel free to give us details and / or pictures.
Love, x
Swiss chalet picture attached[/QUOTE]
Dear Mr Xman!
No I did not call you stupid, I asked if you were stupid and I did it in a PM and not on the board. I want to be discrete so if you might say yes,
no one else would know.
Nice pic from the chalet!
As Always PB
I m coming to AC with a friend - for the first time.
Trying to find and book a decent hotel now, but the forum's favourites are pretty well booked, if not fully booked.
LGH:
[quote]Dear Valued Guest,
Thank you for your interest in our hotel.
We are sad to inform you that we are unable to process your reservation request at this time as the hotel is fully booked during your requested dates.
Thank you for considering LGH as your place to stay when in Angeles City.
We hope to accommodate you in the future.
Glenn LGH Reservations[/quote]Valentino and Savannah both still have some rooms available. Valentino is in the middle of the action I think, while Savannah's Resort is a bit away from Fields Ave. Which one of these 2 would u pick? According to tripadvisor, Valentino is very popular, one bad review in which a guy criticizes the monkey business that is going on in that hotel.
I have not stayed there personally but from what I have read and heard from others, it would be my second choice.
Although I am staying LGH during the holidays and have in the past.
You can sample the Perimeter bars, the rooms look good and so does the pool.
Another Hotel which is ok is Euro Asia,and I stayed for a month this past year.
Nice pool and updated rooms, but take a room that does not front Perimeter Rd, too dam noisy.
They also have Lady O Bar with dancers and such that recently opened. The food has also improved greatly. A lot cheaper than LGH and just down the street.
Good Luck
[QUOTE=Davehkg]I m coming to AC with a friend - for the first time.
Trying to find and book a decent hotel now, but the forum's favourites are pretty well booked, if not fully booked.
LGH:
Valentino and Savannah both still have some rooms available. Valentino is in the middle of the action I think, while Savannah's Resort is a bit away from Fields Ave. Which one of these 2 would u pick? According to tripadvisor, Valentino is very popular, one bad review in which a guy criticizes the monkey business that is going on in that hotel.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Davehkg]I m coming to AC with a friend - for the first time.
Trying to find and book a decent hotel now, but the forum's favourites are pretty well booked, if not fully booked.
Valentino and Savannah both still have some rooms available. Valentino is in the middle of the action I think, while Savannah's Resort is a bit away from Fields Ave. Which one of these 2 would u pick? According to tripadvisor, Valentino is very popular, one bad review in which a guy criticizes the monkey business that is going on in that hotel.[/QUOTE]
I've stayed at Valentino's three times. I like it. Location is good. Only complaint is no ESPN. And when that's your only complaint, life ain't bad.
Close to the action, clean rooms, quiet, comfortable, good staff.
[QUOTE=Davehkg]Trying to find and book a decent hotel now, but the forum's favourites are pretty well booked, if not fully booked.[/QUOTE]
Wow, November already fully booked.
Good that I have booked LGH for my trips in
November, Christmas and Chinese New Year well in advance.
Looking forward...... :D
Cheers!
[QUOTE=Ekspat]Wow, November already fully booked.
Good that I have booked LGH for my trips in
November, Christmas and Chinese New Year well in advance.
Looking forward...... :D
Cheers![/QUOTE]
Ayos!
I may see you there then.
Mabuhay!
[QUOTE=Rob Woodrow] Only complaint is no ESPN. [/QUOTE]Sorry, what is ESPM?
Would you pls. clarify? I never heard that, but English is not my native language.
Thank you
[QUOTE=Rampana]
Sorry, what is ESPM?
[/QUOTE]
It's ESPN, Best cable sports channel in the USA.
Slim
[QUOTE=Ekspat]Wow, November already fully booked.
Good that I have booked LGH for my trips in
November, Christmas and Chinese New Year well in advance.
Looking forward...... :D
Cheers![/QUOTE]I have been to AC during the Xmas and New Years Holidays in the past. I found it to be very quite since most of the girls go back to their province to spend the holidays with their families.
In addition more mongers who decide to spend their 2 week vacation there.
So less girls + more mongers.
Has anyone else experienced the same?
Anyway.. have fun and enjoy.
[QUOTE=Davehkg]Valentino and Savannah both still have some rooms available. Valentino is in the middle of the action I think, while Savannah's Resort is a bit away from Fields Ave. Which one of these 2 would u pick? According to tripadvisor, Valentino is very popular, one bad review in which a guy criticizes the monkey business that is going on in that hotel.[/QUOTE]If you don't mind having no pool, valentino (which I haven't tried) is a better choice.
I've just stayed at savannah for 3 days. It's only like 10 USD less than Lewis Grand, but it's one class below. So (of course unless it's fully booked) I'd recommand LGH by far! Savannah is no match, the room is much much smaller.
I also don't like the beds at Savannah, they are too soft. Way too soft. Not to my taste.
Also I found savannah driver system to be less efficient than the LGH so it's not cool be to be stuck in front of Sub Delicious waiting for your ride at 4AM when it's raining for like 40 minutes.
I explained them their system sucked, and they were not organised, and they couldn't care less, (well in filippino style they just smiled.).
The pool is ok, but again below LGH.
You might want to try ABC hotel to treat yourself, but that's 99 USD per night.
In terms of room size, I'd say savannah is like Pacific Breeeze.
You got the room and a desk and a chair. That's it.
No couch to watch tv like at LGH.
On a recent trip I stayed at Savannah for a couple of weeks before moving to Valentino.
Savannah's rooms facing the pool are much quieter than the road side and vary; try checking out the other rooms, particularly the corner ones. Savannah also has some really nice, big suites.
I haven't stayed at LGH, but I found Savannah to have pretty classy rooms and my room was bigger than Pacific Breeze. And the bathroom and shower were amazing.
Of course it's personal taste, but I found the bed very nice and I don't mind soft.
The reason I moved down from Savannah was that it is a fair way from the action, not just the bars but also restaurants, checkpoint, shops etc and after a couple of weeks good to get into the centre of the action. And Valentino has a perfect location.
I enjoyed my stay at both hotels; they are just different.
Enjoy
Hi everyone. This is my first post, but I've been reading for a while.
So me and a friend are planning on getting to Angeles City a week from now. We were thinking of winging it while we are there, meaning no hotel reservation. Is that a good idea? Do hotels fill up fast? I got a list of hotels mentioned in previous posts.
We were gonna hang out in AC for a couple days and then travel somewhere else if we feel like it.
[QUOTE=Blueanimal99]Hi everyone. This is my first post, but I've been reading for a while.
So me and a friend are planning on getting to Angeles City a week from now. We were thinking of winging it while we are there, meaning no hotel reservation. Is that a good idea? Do hotels fill up fast? I got a list of hotels mentioned in previous posts.
We were gonna hang out in AC for a couple days and then travel somewhere else if we feel like it.[/QUOTE]
It is coming high season. Most popular hotels have gone weeks or even months ago but my guess is there is ad-hoc accommodation available. I always play safe myself.
It also depends on what days of the week you're going to be there, and how picky you are about rooms. If you're going to be there on the weekend, or if you're going to need above-average accommodations, I'd book ahead of time.
Actually, at this time of year, I'd book ahead of time anyway. I just booked with 4-5 days notice and couldn't get into 950 Condotel, which I don't think is a top 5 preferred hotel. Settled for L Tinio.
If you just "wing it" you might be moving hotels a lot, as a given hotel might only have rooms for a couple of nights, then you have to move to another one.
[QUOTE=Blueanimal99]Hi everyone. This is my first post, but I've been reading for a while.
So me and a friend are planning on getting to Angeles City a week from now. We were thinking of winging it while we are there, meaning no hotel reservation. Is that a good idea? Do hotels fill up fast? I got a list of hotels mentioned in previous posts.
We were gonna hang out in AC for a couple days and then travel somewhere else if we feel like it.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Blueanimal99]
We were gonna hang out in AC for a couple days and then travel somewhere else if we feel like it.[/QUOTE]
Another idea came into my mind. Why dont you take the middle road and make certified reservation for the first night? It would give you time to do inquiries on the spot with less risk of hauling luggage around AC.
I have never traveled to PI or Thailand, I dated some cute PI girls in US. I have both places on to visit list. I would like an experienced Mongers opionion on which place and girls are best. I already know the PI girls are cheaper. Most gfe? Most beauty?
Anybody recommend staying here? Do they have secure safety boxes to store valuables in? Also, is their wifi any good?
Anything bad about the hotel?
Boxes are in the lobby and it has been robbed before. I had a room without a toilet seat. Front rooms are very noisy. Well known among the ladies as a haunted hotel.
Other than that, it's quite nice. X
[QUOTE=Amjeck]Anybody recommend staying here? Do they have secure safety boxes to store valuables in? Also, is their wifi any good?
Anything bad about the hotel?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man]Boxes are in the lobby and it has been robbed before.
[/QUOTE]
Robbed by whom? Staff? Thugs? Has this happened alot?
I'm bringing a good amount of cash with me so I'm a little concerned about safety.
Maybe another hotel is better?
[QUOTE=Amjeck]Robbed by whom? Staff? Thugs? Has this happened alot?
I'm bringing a good amount of cash with me so I'm a little concerned about safety.
Maybe another hotel is better?[/QUOTE]
The armed robbery was an isolated incident.
There was a murder suicide a few years back and some people claim they have seen ghosts.
Yes the hotel is tired.
If you want to stay in that area, the Clarkton is a better choice.
Evening,
Myself and another member, Blacklisted, are heading to Angeles in mid December to bite our AC cherry. Both know the Phils pretty well (lets not count the number of 2009 trips!) but have never strayed further north than Manila.
I am happy to splash out. A bit.
On accomdation: A big bed and decent shower and/or bath are required and some peace and quite. Only one type of banging will be tolerated and the sound of doors is not it. Blacklisted is more budget orientated.
Shortlist is looking like this:
- Amsterdam. But no mentions on this site. Trip advisers reviews suggested like minded people stay there but not ISGers?
Pacific Breeze. Pool sounds good and seems to be a firm favourite of some
ABC. But seems damn expensive. As BL pointed out. You are hardly there and when you are you are shagging or sleeping. Is it worth it?
Valentino's. Seems cheaper and more mentioned here
Savanna. Looks good. Just trying to figure how far from th action it really is.
Top budget is supposed to be USD$50 per night but I am happy at 80USD or so and BL is stretchable.
Thoughts from others? If I did not know ISG I would head to the Amsterdam. But silence on that one suggest something is amiss.
Also, I normally book Manila hotels via Agoda and the like. Better to go direct to the hotels in Angeles?
If anyone is around, we would be keen to meet up for beers and women.
Thanks in advance
WGS
[QUOTE=Michael Morris]I have never traveled to PI or Thailand, I dated some cute PI girls in US. I have both places on to visit list. I would like an experienced Mongers opionion on which place and girls are best. I already know the PI girls are cheaper. Most gfe? Most beauty?[/QUOTE]If your in it just for girls. Go to AC. Can't be beat, the girls are cheaper, more real, better looking, and if you have never traveled to SEA you don't really have to worry about Ladyboys in AC! In Thailand they are everywhere, some them are model gorgeous, so you really have to be careful or you might accidently end up with one.
Overall I prefer, Thailand, because there is much more to do, AC can be boring as hell, during the day, unless your want to start drinking at 10:00am (Which I don't). I LOVE both places, but prefer Thailand to everywhere else. However, I speant a considerable amount of time and energy into learning how to survive in Thailand, as I plan to live there one day. But for purely mongering, AC is much better. Plus the girls in AC, all speak great English, whereas a lot of Thai's do not. AC is more user friendly for first timers, the prices are more set, and don't require negotiations. When the girl leaves in the morning you can give her nothing, or as much as you want, as you have already paid the bar for her services.
Bangkok is my favorite city on Earth, and I've been to a lot of them, but IMHO for mongering it is really crappy. The prices are over inflated, defiantly need to stay away from Patpong, it is full of scammers and cheats, nothing good will come out of there. You can still find good looking girls in Bangkok, but they are harder to find, and will cost more Pattaya is much better, girls are cheaper. Keep in mind that anytime anyone tells you a price for anything, that is merely a starting point for negotiations. I will rarely ever except a first price given to me Thailand.
AC is a little bit more dangerous than the rest, and you wil certainly notice the presence of guns with the security guards everywhere, as opposed to Thailand, but if you stay at Hotels like ABC or Lewis Grand you will be fine as long as you don't act like a F***ing moron.
This was kinda all over the place, back and forth, but I hope it helps you!
[QUOTE=World Guy Sh]Evening,
Shortlist is looking like this:
- Amsterdam. But no mentions on this site. Trip advisers reviews suggested like minded people stay there but not ISGers?
Thoughts from others? If I did not know ISG I would head to the Amsterdam. But silence on that one suggest something is amiss.
[/QUOTE]
I am staying there right now.
It is clean, modern, well run. Staff are friendly and efficient. Guard with gun outside the front. In the middle of Fields action. Room safe. Booked most nights, so don't assume you will get in unless you book ahead. (I booked two months ahead and had to change rooms once because of prior bookings). Site photos are typical.
Against. No pool. Restaurant temporarily closed for renovations.
I have been staying here a couple of times a year for the past three years.
[QUOTE=Rubberyman]I am staying there right now.
It is clean, modern, well run. Staff are friendly and efficient. Guard with gun outside the front. In the middle of Fields action. Room safe. Booked most nights, so don't assume you will get in unless you book ahead. (I booked two months ahead and had to change rooms once because of prior bookings). Site photos are typical.
Against. No pool. Restaurant temporarily closed for renovations.
I have been staying here a couple of times a year for the past three years.[/QUOTE]Cheers for that. Very helpful. Based on expecting AC not to be the most entertaining place during daylight hours a pool may be required. Or a brief run up the volcano.
WGS
[QUOTE=World Guy Sh]On accomdation: A big bed and decent shower and/or bath are required and some peace and quite. Only one type of banging will be tolerated and the sound of doors is not it. Blacklisted is more budget orientated.
Shortlist is looking like this...[/QUOTE]
With this little notice at this time of year, the bigger consideration will be where you can get a room. Many of those hotels are going to be booked. I wouldn't be surprised if they all are.
Amsterdam is fine. In fact it might be my new favorite.
Pacific Breeze will fail on your noise consideration; the doors will let in the noise of every drunk guest returning loudly with his drunk barfine.
Valentino's is another nice but cheap place I love.
Savannah is too far out for me, but many folks love it. I think it depends on how much of a hassle you find trikes and jeepneys to be. I hate and avoid both, so I won't stay anywhere other than Fields.
You're right, ABC is not worth what they charge. Someone once described the decor as "vampire bordello" and that sounded accurate to me. Not attractive. Even ABC is further from the action than I like to be.
Just had a brief stay in AC (will FR later when I have the time). Stayed at Affinty Condo Hotel (googele for the web site).
New, clean, nice rooms, internet in rooms etc. Pool on top flor. No elevator though so if a lazy bugger stay on the ground floor!
Small coffee shop, nice food, nice staff.
Located on Sophie Street.
Check prices on the web but my room (studio) was 1950 pesos . The hotel has 1 & 2 bedrooms and a penthouse)
Would recommend and will stay there again
[QUOTE=Rob Woodrow]With this little notice at this time of year, the bigger consideration will be where you can get a room. Many of those hotels are going to be booked. I wouldn't be surprised if they all are.
Amsterdam is fine. In fact it might be my new favorite.
Pacific Breeze will fail on your noise consideration; the doors will let in the noise of every drunk guest returning loudly with his drunk barfine.
Valentino's is another nice but cheap place I love.
Savannah is too far out for me, but many folks love it. I think it depends on how much of a hassle you find trikes and jeepneys to be. I hate and avoid both, so I won't stay anywhere other than Fields.
You're right, ABC is not worth what they charge. Someone once described the decor as "vampire bordello" and that sounded accurate to me. Not attractive. Even ABC is further from the action than I like to be.[/QUOTE]Have managed to get a couple of rooms at the Savannah but have now found out where it is! Will hold those rooms and perhaps see if I can get something closer in. We only have a couple of days at the end of the trip so don't want to spend forever going back and forth (I assume it is 10-15 mins from Savannah to Fields by trike?)
Good advice and much appreciated. Will post all final details when we are done and dusted.
WGS
How is The Swagman?
I was thinking of staying there.
[QUOTE=WannabeMonger]How is The Swagman?
I was thinking of staying there.[/QUOTE]Ended up at the Orchid Inn (see post below). The Jasmin Wing (Superior Delux Rooms) is just fine. Clean, quiet, large rooms if somewhat worn. The bed was comfortable and staff very accomodating. Lots of hot water although only a shower. I did have to 'plunge' the shower plug but that was a minor inconnvenince.
It is right in the centre of the action. If and when I return to AC I would not worry about going anywhere else.
WGS
[QUOTE=World Guy Sh]Have managed to get a couple of rooms at the Savannah but have now found out where it is! Will hold those rooms and perhaps see if I can get something closer in. We only have a couple of days at the end of the trip so don't want to spend forever going back and forth (I assume it is 10-15 mins from Savannah to Fields by trike?)
Good advice and much appreciated. Will post all final details when we are done and dusted.
WGS[/QUOTE]I stayed at savannah twice. It's about 15 mins walking distance to Fields. Less than 5 mins by trike. The hotel has a car that will drop off and pick you up at Clarks airport, Fields and SM for free. The only down side is if the driver is out on a run you may have to wait for while. This has happen to me and I just took a track to fields. I hope this help.
EJ
[QUOTE=WannabeMonger]How is The Swagman?
I was thinking of staying there.[/QUOTE]Too far from the action. There is/was a Filipino's strip joint close by and few Filipino's bars but you are far from fields avenue. Restaurant fine, Ozi sport on tv, pool nothing special, rooms average.
Yet to do a proper FR of my time in AC but when I was there stayed at Affinity Condos (google and you will find). Nice place, clean, new and hopefully by now has credit card facilities (as it was new it was waiting for the connection). Reasonably priced and not too far from anywhere (Sophia Street). Food in the restuarant not bad either so next time will stay there again
[QUOTE=WannabeMonger]How is The Swagman?[/QUOTE]
The property is located in the very quiet Diamond Subdivision about a 15 minute walk from Fields. But they offer complementary trike service to and fro. The rooms are a bit tired but worth the price. The main attraction is their open air bar and resto accross the street serving great food. If you are an Aussie, you will get along famously with the other mostly Australian clientele.
That being said, you might want to check out the hotel first because they lost four units a few months ago after they were swept away by a typhoon!
Just to clarify, that happened in the first part of the year. When I was there in August, it looked like repairs were in progress. Maybe they have a few new rooms now! X
[QUOTE=Mattrick]
That being said, you might want to check out the hotel first because they lost four units a few months ago after they were swept away by a typhoon![/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=
Amsterdam is fine. In fact it might be my new favorite.
.[/QUOTE]
I have walked pass this hotel. It is likely to be very noisy.
[QUOTE=ManonsanBoy]I have walked pass this hotel. It is likely to be very noisy.[/QUOTE]
Nope, it is quiet. The windows are effectively double glazed front and back. The noise is minimal.
I stayed there (again) a couple of weeks ago.
However, the restaurant was closed for repairs, and there is no pool. So if either of those are important, maybe not for you.
Royal Amsterdam can in fact be quite noisy on the north side, where all the videoke joints are. Double glass isn't enough to keep it out, at least to this light sleeper. And they are open until 7 am.
But if I ask for a quiet room, they can usually accommodate me. And if not, I stay somewhere else.
For me, no pool is no problem. I stayed at Pacific Breeze for 3 weeks earlier this year and never once used the pool. Twice I tried to take BF's out for a late night swim and the pool was closed for cleaning both times. Forget it, I'll stay at a hotel without pool and save $20 a day. If I want to swim, I'll go swim in the pool anyway--most places will let you do so with a 300 peso (or so) consumables fee.
I stayed there for 3 nights recently.
The good:
Good value for money
Right above JJ's for easy stocking of drinks and snacks
Several restaurants nearby
Easy access to ATM at Jolibee's
Complimentary breakfast for both you and your companion
Elevator
The bad:
Noisy--next door neighbor had a rooster that started crowing before 4am and never shut up until late afternoon
Walk of shame--not usually a problem for me, but here you get to parade your companion in front of the entire population of the supermarket on your way home.
The "you decide":
Foam mattress
Hi guys,
I will be going to angeles end of the month(January). Have somebody any advice about these hotel in angeles. I consider staying in swiss chalet or sunset garden. Are they to recommend?
Thanks.
Happy mongering,
Erik67
[QUOTE=Erik 67]Hi guys,
I will be going to angeles end of the month(January). Have somebody any advice about these hotel in angeles. I consider staying in swiss chalet or sunset garden. Are they to recommend?
Thanks.
Happy mongering,
Erik67[/QUOTE]Not sure what the construction situation near Swiss Chalet is, but if it's not an issue I would rather stay there for the quality of the rooms and convenient location to Fields bars. The only problem with Swiss Chalet is getting a room. Fill out their form or send an email and they'll tell you pretty fast if they even have a room for you.
I already fill the form out and got a email back after 2 minute. I got a room.
That is what I call service. Thanks, Keymaster
I was dining there lasst time. Best food in angeles in swiss chalet. If you like german style of food. And I do. I have one yestion. How about safety?. Do they have boxes in room for your valuable things?
[QUOTE=Erik 67]I already fill the form out and got a email back after 2 minute. I got a room.
That is what I call service. Thanks, Keymaster
I was dining there lasst time. Best food in angeles in swiss chalet. If you like german style of food. And I do. I have one yestion. How about safety?. Do they have boxes in room for your valuable things?[/QUOTE]
Congrats on getting a room. I've only been able to get a room once there and really loved the rooms. They do say on their website that they have electronic safes in the rooms.
[url]http://www.swisschaletph.com/en/index.htm[/url]
Best food is subjective, but a lot of people do seem to enjoy the food there. Enjoy.
Hi,
I usually stay at the Royal Amsterdam in Fields and walk to Perimeter occasionally, but am going to buck the habit and stay in the Perimeter in March and maybe go to Fields if I get bored.
The Sunset Garden website rooms look ok, but I can't find any RECENT reviews here.
Anyone had any experience? Are the rooms as shown on the website? Any negatives from the pov of likely female visitors that might put them off doing nasty stuff to me? Any missing features (like no room safe, or 'cockroach free' is extra :)?
I've looked everywhere and can't find much at all on this hotel
I know location is good and price is good. Any info would be great
Thanks
[QUOTE=Rubberyman]Hi,
The Sunset Garden website rooms look ok, but I can't find any RECENT reviews here.[/quote]Hi Rubberyman,
I did stay in Sunset last year. The room I got was like you see on website. Its not very new but for the price it was fine. They also have a safe at room. The pool is very nice, too. No problems with girls but the receptionists are not friendly like I found other places. But that did not bother me. Its easy to catch a trike or jeepney in front of the gas station which is in front of.
But I did leave after one night, because it was really noisy for the whole night. You can hear every trike on perimeter. I did some reserch for many the noisy was big problem but there also many who don't have problem. Its always fully booked. Someone told there are 2 quiet rooms above reception.
Regards,
Sam
[QUOTE=Sammson]Hi Rubberyman,
I did stay in Sunset last year.
Regards,
Sam[/QUOTE]
Thanks Sam!
My ambitious vacation plans for Nov 2009 fell through, and it looks unlikely I will get anything other than a few days off at a time for the first half of 2010, but I would really like to spend quality some time in AC...so why not work from there!
I'm looking for suggestions for decent, safe accommodations with fast, reliable internet access that are reasonably close to the action (either Fields or Perimeter). I am thinking 2-4 weeks stay. Best bang for the buck, max P4000/night, but would prefer cheaper.
Fast reliable internet and power are a must though. Can not afford any downtime.
Anybody have ideas?
[QUOTE=Irony Monger]My ambitious vacation plans for Nov 2009 fell through, and it looks unlikely I will get anything other than a few days off at a time for the first half of 2010, but I would really like to spend quality some time in AC...so why not work from there!
I'm looking for suggestions for decent, safe accommodations with fast, reliable internet access that are reasonably close to the action (either Fields or Perimeter). I am thinking 2-4 weeks stay. Best bang for the buck, max P4000/night, but would prefer cheaper.
Fast reliable internet and power are a must though. Can not afford any downtime.
Anybody have ideas?[/QUOTE]I do quite a bit of internet work as well so anyone with comments to share wrt to their experience on the reliabity and bandwidth of places in A city appreciated.
i don't live there so maybe not the best gauge. to me, internet service is usually ok to good, but i've experienced outages there many times in some of the better middle tier hotels. the infrastructure in pi is pretty much crap and not overly dependable. power outages are not unusual. if there is a power outage which is probably more likely during bad weather then you take a chance if your work is urgent. you can get a service through your cell phone there as a backup i suppose, but not sure of the quality and speed. if you go, maybe pick during their good weather times if you can. it's not that it happens all the time, but i am not that confident if my livelihood depended on it.
[QUOTE=LoveVegas]I've looked everywhere and can't find much at all on this hotel
I know location is good and price is good. Any info would be great
Thanks[/QUOTE]
I use it as a short time hotel when necessary. Clean, quiet and the rooms are fairly modern. Rate for a couple hours is 600 peso. For over night I am not sure??? If you want a decent hotel close to the action you really can not beat Pacific Breeze.
I swapped a few emails with I guess the reservations manager at the Sunset for a visit there in mid February and they also advertise a pickup/van service from Manila Airport for 2600 php.
Since I'm arriving on a midnight flight I'm thinking the fare is not altogether unreasonable since I'm not stoked about grabbing a cab at midnight from Manila to AC.
Any other "midnight" suggestions for MNL to AC?
[QUOTE=Sammson]Hi Rubberyman,
I did stay in Sunset last year. The room I got was like you see on website. Its not very new but for the price it was fine. They also have a safe at room. The pool is very nice, too. No problems with girls but the receptionists are not friendly like I found other places. But that did not bother me. Its easy to catch a trike or jeepney in front of the gas station which is in front of.
But I did leave after one night, because it was really noisy for the whole night. You can hear every trike on perimeter. I did some reserch for many the noisy was big problem but there also many who don't have problem. Its always fully booked. Someone told there are 2 quiet rooms above reception.
Regards,
Sam[/QUOTE]
Back to Angeles in a couple of days. Last time I stayed at Donald Paul which i thougtht at 1400P was good value for PI. i was looking around and TripAdvisor rates Valentinos as the best in Angeles, but at 2100P and no pool, i cant see what the attraction would be over somewher like Donald Paul which has a nice little pool. Looks to me that Valentinos has been hyped by the owner through Trip Advisor (tell takle signs lots of rave reviews from first time reviwers and a link to Triopadvisor on the hotel web site.
Any views? Anyone suggest a beter place than Donald Paul for that sort of money?
I did not like Donald Paul and cannot recommend them. I stayed one night there last November: my room and my friend's room had absolutely no place to hang towels or clothes in the room or the bathroom, I mean nothing, no hooks, no racks, not even a little something coming out of the wall. No closets, no cabinets to put clothes in, nothing like that. Just a bed, a table, a TV stand and a fridge. Nothing else that I would expect from a hotel room that cost 1500p/night. I mentioned this to the owner the next day and he got very defensive about it. With that kind of attitude, he can do without my business. Just my $.02.
[QUOTE=GregLondon]Back to Angeles in a couple of days. Last time I stayed at Donald Paul which i thougtht at 1400P was good value for PI. i was looking around and TripAdvisor rates Valentinos as the best in Angeles, but at 2100P and no pool, i cant see what the attraction would be over somewher like Donald Paul which has a nice little pool. Looks to me that Valentinos has been hyped by the owner through Trip Advisor (tell takle signs lots of rave reviews from first time reviwers and a link to Triopadvisor on the hotel web site.
Any views? Anyone suggest a beter place than Donald Paul for that sort of money?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Finrod]I did not like Donald Paul and cannot recommend them. I stayed one night there last November: my room and my friend's room had absolutely no place to hang towels or clothes in the room or the bathroom, I mean nothing, no hooks, no racks, not even a little something coming out of the wall. No closets, no cabinets to put clothes in, nothing like that. Just a bed, a table, a TV stand and a fridge. Nothing else that I would expect from a hotel room that cost 1500p/night. I mentioned this to the owner the next day and he got very defensive about it. With that kind of attitude, he can do without my business. Just my $.02.[/QUOTE]
Well Ive ended up staying there, the rooms have racks with hooks etc now so maybe they took your advice. I do feel they are quite freijndly Everyone seems to remmerb me and is keen to get me a good room, buyt me abeer etc, it makes it feel like home, Theyve got a smal pool now with funslide and floating stuff and the girls em to like splashing around
[quote=pete benetar]
any other "midnight" suggestions for mnl to ac?[/quote]margarita station does a pick up service from mnl to ac.
p 2400 (p 2650 hoidays)
[url]http://www.margarita-station.com/oets.html[/url]
i have used them before, late model cars in new condition. good ac.
if you want the driver to go fast. just tell him pas-pas, if not they try to drive a safe speed. (at night maybe it is a good idea to drive at a reasonable speed)
[QUOTE=GregLondon]Well Ive ended up staying there, the rooms have racks with hooks etc now so maybe they took your advice. I do feel they are quite freijndly Everyone seems to remmerb me and is keen to get me a good room, buyt me abeer etc, it makes it feel like home, Theyve got a smal pool now with funslide and floating stuff and the girls em to like splashing around[/QUOTE]Update having completed my 3 day stay at DP. I think it's a decent place to stay, good location, easy walking from Fields but not too loud so you can get some sleep. Current room price is 1400/1600 P with discounts available for extended stays. It's position opposite the hygene centre where every working girl in AC has to come each week to get checked up, means there is plenty of eye candy floating around. They have also decided to hire 10 girls to hang around the pool and restaurant area to spice things up. I think the idea is that if you buy them a certain no of lady's drinks, you can take them away to have your pleasure with. The first 4 showed up yesterday and i think some more will arrive over the next week. Should spice up the pool area which now has a jacuzzi, water slide and various inflatable stuff. the rooms themselves are fine, about a year old but nothing exceptional. The main owner is a little eccentric but has a generous spirit and it adds to the atmosphere of the place.
I find there is a good atmosphere, and its designed to encourage guys to start chatting with each other so its very easy to make pals and share info etc. I also like the fairly laid back atmosphere of the owners. If u are a repeat customer, they don't give you BS about having to get out of your room at 12 noon if they have rooms available. My flight leaves at 8 pm and they Okied me to extend check out 6 hours without cost or hassle, in sharp contrast to most hotels I know of.
[QUOTE=GregLondon]Update having completed my 3 day stay at DP. I think it's a decent place to stay, good location, easy walking from Fields but not too loud so you can get some sleep. Current room price is 1400/1600 P with discounts available for extended stays. It's position opposite the hygene centre where every working girl in AC has to come each week to get checked up, means there is plenty of eye candy floating around. They have also decided to hire 10 girls to hang around the pool and restaurant area to spice things up. I think the idea is that if you buy them a certain no of lady's drinks, you can take them away to have your pleasure with. The first 4 showed up yesterday and I think some more will arrive over the next week. Should spice up the pool area which now has a jacuzzi, water slide and various inflatable stuff. The rooms themselves are fine, about a year old but nothing exceptional. The main owner is a little eccentric but has a generous spirit and it adds to the atmosphere of the place.
I find there is a good atmosphere, and its designed to encourage guys to start chatting with each other so its very easy to make pals and share info etc. I also like the fairly laid back atmosphere of the owners. If you are a repeat customer, they don't give you BS about having to get out of your room at 12 noon if they have rooms available. My flight leaves at 8 pm and they Okied me to extend check out 6 hours without cost or hassle, in sharp contrast to most hotels I know of.[/QUOTE]
To Greg,
I try to email don paul 3 time without respond are they still in business, damn bastard central park try to raise the price after I confirm booking with them in dec at 32 USD for standard for end of feb, I stay there last yr at 28 USD I still have my bill and they told me they have not have this rate in 3 yr, tell roselle to kiss my ass.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=GregLondon]Update having completed my 3 day stay at DP. I think it's a decent place to stay, good location, easy walking from Fields...[/QUOTE]
Is that a safe walk at night? Looks like something I'd normally avoid.
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48]To Greg,
I try to email don paul 3 time without respond are they still in business, damn bastard central park try to raise the price after I confirm booking with them in dec at 32 USD for standard for end of feb, I stay there last yr at 28 USD I still have my bill and they told me they have not have this rate in 3 yr, tell roselle to kiss my ass.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]Dp's was the only place I could reserve a stay at for a Feb 13 check in. Got 4 no vacancy replies. Also got a kind of bizarre solicitation from steve paul advertising half of their rooms for long term 50 year lease where you pay up 777 php/night x 7 years and then "stay free" for the next 43 years. LOL. Anyway I guess if you knew everything would be "as is" in 50 years perhaps worth pondering over.
But I've never been there anyway so I cannot fully endorse this particular business venture, though maybe I'll change my mind once I stay there.
Then again, flyig out of Reagan National (wash dc) tomorrow and after 40 inches of snow the last few days (and all airports closed here), perhaps I'm going to have to cancel my reservation, haha.
[QUOTE=Pete Benetar]Dp's was the only place I could reserve a stay at for a Feb 13 check in. Got 4 no vacancy replies. Also got a kind of bizarre solicitation from steve paul advertising half of their rooms for long term 50 year lease where you pay up 777 php/night x 7 years and then "stay free" for the next 43 years. LOL. Anyway I guess if you knew everything would be "as is" in 50 years perhaps worth pondering over.
But I've never been there anyway so I cannot fully endorse this particular business venture, though maybe I'll change my mind once I stay there.
Then again, flyig out of Reagan National (wash dc) tomorrow and after 40 inches of snow the last few days (and all airports closed here), perhaps I'm going to have to cancel my reservation, haha.[/QUOTE]Peter,
I finally got a email back by guy name steve said they have room avalible and today I got the same email you did, it look like he is hurting looking for quick cash, pm me let me know when you be in AC lucky I am in california no weather problem here.
Fast Eddie 48
A lot of hotels seem to sell out. I discovered this as I only booked two days in advance. The best one I looked at by far was Blue Nile - although the downside is the noise from the street till 4am. Nevertheless, if I was going to be out late I would try to stay there before anywhere else I think if I went back to AC another year.
A common problem seemed to be the smell of stale tobacco. Possibly thru the aircon(?) The first room I had in Swiss Cottage suffered from this, as did a very expensive hotel round the corner (Wild Orchid? - I didn't book cos of the smell).
Back in Swiss Chalet after a few days of luxury in Blue Rock, Subic Bay. This time I'm in the luxury suite, only one available.
I am relaxed, calm about the fact that things don't work (eg free computer and internet in the room except it doesn't boot up, several lights don't work, the safe jams, bathtub but only water goes to the shower head and so on).
The good thing, the very good thing, is the excellent bed. I really wish I had ignored everything else about Swiss Chalet cos the bed alone is worth it at the price. In the west it would be in a stately home.
But I'm tired and, against my better judgement, order a hamburger in my room. I had only eaten in Swiss Chalet once before, when I was in a standard room, and was very unimpressed. But surely anyone can do a hamburger, right?
Wrong. I have eaten hamburgers in the Bronx and they were posh food by comparison. This made me feel ill. The burnt offering had no resemblance to meat. I bit into and chewed - cardboard tastes better - and cardboard doesn't leave a piece of plastic sticking between your teeth. I discarded the piece of slightly stale, uncooked cheese, and after forcing much of it down ate some of the delicious Swiss chocolate from the minibar. But now I felt like sh*t. I ask to speak to the managaer/owner. He's too busy. Eventually I just take the food remnants downstairs and he accosts me at reception. Why did I eat so much of it without complaining? To be honest, he was downright rude while I tried repeatedly to be polite and civil.
Swiss Chalet is mostly sold out. It is a beautiful hotel but needs new ownership - someone who actually cares a bit. Service I had was repeatedly poor (room not serviced, repeatedly, promises not kept and so on). But some of the staff try very hard and I feel they are let down by bad management. Needless to say I feel exceedingly unwelcome now. If you stay there, I suggest you expect the worst, and hopefully you might be find it better than I did. It has a good location - central and quiet. The rooms I had (both standard and luxury suite) both smelt of stale smoke. But it does have good points. Just not enough for me to ever want to stay there again I think. :(
Why would you order a hamburger at Swiss Chalet?
Would you order Swiss cheese at McDonalds?
[QUOTE=Christopherd]Back in Swiss Chalet after a few days of luxury in Blue Rock, Subic Bay. This time I'm in the luxury suite, only one available.
I am relaxed, calm about the fact that things don't work (eg free computer and internet in the room except it doesn't boot up, several lights don't work, the safe jams, bathtub but only water goes to the shower head and so on).
The good thing, the very good thing, is the excellent bed. I really wish I had ignored everything else about Swiss Chalet cos the bed alone is worth it at the price. In the west it would be in a stately home.
But I'm tired and, against my better judgement, order a hamburger in my room. I had only eaten in Swiss Chalet once before, when I was in a standard room, and was very unimpressed. But surely anyone can do a hamburger, right?
Wrong. I have eaten hamburgers in the Bronx and they were posh food by comparison. This made me feel ill. The burnt offering had no resemblance to meat. I bit into and chewed - cardboard tastes better - and cardboard doesn't leave a piece of plastic sticking between your teeth. I discarded the piece of slightly stale, uncooked cheese, and after forcing much of it down ate some of the delicious Swiss chocolate from the minibar. But now I felt like sh*t. I ask to speak to the managaer/owner. He's too busy. Eventually I just take the food remnants downstairs and he accosts me at reception. Why did I eat so much of it without complaining? To be honest, he was downright rude while I tried repeatedly to be polite and civil.
Swiss Chalet is mostly sold out. It is a beautiful hotel but needs new ownership - someone who actually cares a bit. Service I had was repeatedly poor (room not serviced, repeatedly, promises not kept and so on). But some of the staff try very hard and I feel they are let down by bad management. Needless to say I feel exceedingly unwelcome now. If you stay there, I suggest you expect the worst, and hopefully you might be find it better than I did. It has a good location - central and quiet. The rooms I had (both standard and luxury suite) both smelt of stale smoke. But it does have good points. Just not enough for me to ever want to stay there again I think. :([/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man]Why would you order a hamburger at Swiss Chalet?
Would you order Swiss cheese at McDonalds?[/QUOTE]Yes I would.
[url]http://myburger.free.fr/datas/photos_forum_prod/formulaire/20091009-0845_swiss03.jpg[/url]
[QUOTE=Christopherd]But I'm tired and, against my better judgement, order a hamburger in my room. I had only eaten in Swiss Chalet once before, when I was in a standard room, and was very unimpressed. But surely anyone can do a hamburger, right?
Wrong. I have eaten hamburgers in the Bronx and they were posh food by comparison. This made me feel ill. The burnt offering had no resemblance to meat. I bit into and chewed - cardboard tastes better - and cardboard doesn't leave a piece of plastic sticking between your teeth. I discarded the piece of slightly stale, uncooked cheese, and after forcing much of it down ate some of the delicious Swiss chocolate from the minibar.[/QUOTE]
On the flip side, I've eaten the Swiss Breakfast there many times, and it is damned tasty. Best breakfast in town. But it ain't cheap.
[QUOTE=X Man]Why would you order a hamburger at Swiss Chalet?
Would you order Swiss cheese at McDonalds?[/QUOTE]
I tried their Filipino food and they weren't too hot at that either IMHO. Best food I had near there after catching the staff eating and asking them where they got their food ;)
Can you give advice on which hotel to choose for a nice room with jacuzzi?
I'm currently considering the Royal Amsterdam, but cant find many recent reviews.
Ps: How is DM Residente compared to Royal Amsterdam?
[QUOTE=Lala Bay]Can you give advice on which hotel to choose for a nice room with jacuzzi?
I'm currently considering the Royal Amsterdam, but cant find many recent reviews.[/QUOTE]
I wouldn't recommend Pacific Breeze.
Just checked out today after a 3 days stay full of problems with the jacuzzi which refused to work.
The new wing at Clarkton is as good a LG. Similarly wonderful staff. Recommend both but they are out on the perimeter.
Are you referring to the public jacuzzi or in room?
I've never met anyone satisfied with in room hot baths or jacuzzis. You can't get the water hot enough...just take a friggin shower. Leave the rubbie duckies at home. :-) X
[QUOTE=Beijing Lover]I wouldn't recommend Pacific Breeze.
Just checked out today after a 3 days stay full of problems with the jacuzzi which refused to work.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man]
I've never met anyone satisfied with in room hot baths or jacuzzis. You can't get the water hot enough...just take a friggin shower. Leave the rubbie duckies at home. :-) X[/QUOTE]
After Swiss Chalet I'm convinced these things are strictly for the brochures. The bed, however, was in good working order.
An alternative while we're on the subject - more substantial but less quiet
Did anyone try the in-room jacuzzis at Royal Amsterdam?
[QUOTE=Christopherd]An alternative while we're on the subject - more substantial but less quiet[/QUOTE]
I recently stayed in Blue Nile and wasn't very impressed. To me the room is very similar to Swiss Chalet just with a different motif. But the rooms were about 1000 pesos more than the standard room at Swiss Chalet. Not a good value in my opinion. The only reason I stayed there was because I hadn't made a reservation anywhere and after dropping in or calling about 10 other places with no success in finding vacancy I was SOL so I took the first place I found with an opening, which was Blue Nile. I wouldn't stay there again at that price (2380 for premium room).
[QUOTE=Lala Bay]Did anyone try the in-room jacuzzis at Royal Amsterdam?[/QUOTE]
I'm booked there in August. I was wondering how the Jacuzzi rooms are as well. Anybody stay there before?
YM
[QUOTE=Yella Man]I'm booked there in August. I was wondering how the Jacuzzi rooms are as well. Anybody stay there before?
YM[/QUOTE]I have a Jacuzzi room booked for April 8-11. I will let you know how it was after I get there.
[QUOTE=Philosophery]I have a Jacuzzi room booked for April 8-11. I will let you know how it was after I get there.[/QUOTE]I have used the rooms a number of times. My only comment is make sure U-turn on the water as soon as you get in the room with the tap on HOT. As it will take a while to fill and will start to cool down as soon as you start to fill the bath.
I just wish the Jacuzzi had an option to re-heat the water while making bubbles.
[QUOTE=Yella Man]I'm booked there in August. I was wondering how the Jacuzzi rooms are as well. Anybody stay there before?
YM[/QUOTE]
The rooms are nice but the water is "warm" at best. The main advantage is that they are located on the hotel interior and therefore have a low noise level. Worth the premium for that alone if no other quiet rooms are available.
Uninhabitable, unless you're an extreme night owl or are deaf. The hotel is bordered on one side by Dollhouse, on the other by Atlantis, and Carousel underneath. If you border Dollhouse, you will never sleep. If you border Atlantis or Carousel, you will not sleep until after 5 am.
If noise is not an issue for you, it's a fine place to stay. Centrally located with clean and nice rooms. The only other issue is the design of the bed--there is a 2-inch lip beyond the edge of the mattress. Attractive, but if you aim for the mattress after a CR trip in the dark, you are going to bang your knees or your shins into the bed frame.
[QUOTE=Laalaa]I have used the rooms a number of times. My only comment is make sure U-turn on the water as soon as you get in the room with the tap on HOT. As it will take a while to fill and will start to cool down as soon as you start to fill the bath.
I just wish the Jacuzzi had an option to re-heat the water while making bubbles.[/QUOTE]
Thanks for all the info on the room guys. I've been in several Jacuzzi rooms in the Philippines. The one thing I can tell you is most Filipina girls don't like the water to be too hot. In fact, most wanted it almost cool. I guess this is probably because they have grown up taking cold showers/baths their whole lives.
YM
Hey guys,
I am planning on going to Angeles City in 2 months and was wondering what is the checkout times for most of the hotels there? I assume 12:00pm and check in is 2:00pm. But, what if our flight to depart AC is at 8:30pm at night, will the hotel allow us to stay a little longer? We have alot of time until our flight departs. We plan to stay at the Pacific Breeze Hotel. If the hotel checkout time is 12:00pm, what can we do for the next 6+ hours?
Thanks!
[QUOTE=Gogobarlover]But, what if our flight to depart AC is at 8:30pm at night, will the hotel allow us to stay a little longer?[/QUOTE]Don't know about Pacific Breeze, but if you ask nicely most AC hotels will let you stay on a couple hours beyond the official noon checkout. If you want more than that, you can pay a bit more and keep the room till 6 or 7. Otherwise, just leave your bags at the hotel and go on a six-hour afternoon bar hop!
[QUOTE=Gogobarlover]Hey guys,
I am planning on going to Angeles City in 2 months and was wondering what is the checkout times for most of the hotels there? I assume 12:00pm and check in is 2:00pm. But, what if our flight to depart AC is at 8:30pm at night, will the hotel allow us to stay a little longer? We have alot of time until our flight departs. We plan to stay at the Pacific Breeze Hotel. If the hotel checkout time is 12:00pm, what can we do for the next 6+ hours?
Thanks![/QUOTE]I had a smilar case as I flew CRK-MFM at around 8PM.
Pacific breeze staff let you stay free of charge until 2PM if you ask nicely.
Then if you stay until 5 or 6PM they charge you 50% of the room price, after that you need to pay full charge.
So clearly the best option is the free latecheckout at 2PM.
Then go barhoop or go play poker / casino.
I arrive in the morning at about 4am from bkk. Are there any cheap hotels that I can crash at until 12pm? All the big hotels want to charge full rate for just that 8 hours until the normal check at 12pm. i don't want to have to pay full rate if I don't have to.
[QUOTE=Amjeck]I arrive in the morning at about 4am from bkk. Are there any cheap hotels that I can crash at until 12pm? All the big hotels want to charge full rate for just that 8 hours until the normal check at 12pm. i don't want to have to pay full rate if I don't have to.[/QUOTE]Amjeck,
I will check some of smaller hotel might allow you to check early in for 50% of the rate ,I arrive early to central park on my last visit around 10.30 am they allow me to check in no problem ,when I was in Manila try to check into eurotel at 10.am they told me 400 peso more for early check in .
Fast eddie 48
[QUOTE=Gogobarlover]Hey guys, I am planning on going to Angeles City in 2 months.... If the hotel checkout time is 12:00pm, what can we do for the next 6+ hours? Thanks![/QUOTE]For me every hours is valuable, especially the last few hours where my last girl should be waiting.
In AC, why dont you try Tiger hotel or Ramada hotel across the street, located in a side street to Fields, around 200 meter from 7-eleven. These hotels have short time rates. If you stay there the night before, you may even get away with a very small amount for the 6 hour extension.
In Manila, give Longwood near Harrison plaza shopping mall a try. They have hourly rates, effectively counting from you arrive till the minute you check-out. 24 hours 1000-1800 peso depending on standard, 3 hours 300-800 peso. And they are very girlfriendly. Only 5 minutes away from L.A.Cafe.
Tucked away in the “Travel Plans and Announcements” thread was a posting by Matius (10th April) which more appropriately resides in this Angeles City forum. So I have reposted it below.
I stayed there three nights last week and I agree with Matius it is a gem of a hotel. It is a great little place at very reasonable rates. They call it an Apartelle because the rooms supposedly have a kitchenette, apparently to get around some local accommodation classification. But don’t count on a cooking unit or a kettle.
The restaurant offers good food, and specialises in German fare. They are a bit slow to start in the morning (after 8am) but who worries in AC, except if you have an early morning departure. The bar is cute, intimate, and so are the nice bar girls. The place is set out around a lovely large well-maintained swimming pool. The best thing about it is that it is all new and fresh; a queen-sized bed, showers that work, and a large flat screen tv. At 1200p a night it’s good value for money.
Yes, as Matius says, the place is in Mt Arayat Street, off Perimeter Road, starting behind the Petron service station. Between the Candy and Foxy Lady bars there is a lane running off Perimeter Road and it is only a 150 metres down there and to the right.
Kongking
[QUOTE=Matius]I went to visit a friend of mine at one of the local Hotels, Geomania. Never been there before, got to say this is a gem of a hotel.
Its not on the main Perimeter road, rather on one of the side streets behind the Petron Petrol station. It only has about 15 or 16 rooms, run by Germans (only those who have travelled to Germany know how the Germans run these small hotels, clean, friendly, unique). It has a beautiful swimming pool in an isolated courtyard that is surrounded by the rooms, which are on three floors. The rooms are huge, and while not five star quality, given their being new, very clean and well presented, can't imagine anyone having a complaint. The hotel has both a restaurant and bar (did not see the restaurant, but the bar is very cute and enticing, and they have girls).
Now for the prices, and you won't believe the value until you see it. The rooms go for only 1200 p per night. The bar's prices are perimeter road, 60p for most local drinks, 1000 p for a barfine, 100 p for ladies drinks.
The only negative is that the hotel is not on the main street, so one would have to take a trike to get to the strip, but that is only a five minute ride. One who generally recommends the ABC Hotel or Wild Orchid, this little hotel was a complete surprise such as to strongly recommend it.
The name is Geomania, their phone number is (63) 045 892 1276. Their email is [email]geomaniahotel@yahoo.com[/email], their website is [url]www.geomaniahotel.com[/url][/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Gogobarlover]Hey guys,
I am planning on going to Angeles City in 2 months and was wondering what is the checkout times for most of the hotels there? I assume 12:00pm and check in is 2:00pm. But, what if our flight to depart AC is at 8:30pm at night, will the hotel allow us to stay a little longer? We have alot of time until our flight departs. We plan to stay at the Pacific Breeze Hotel. If the hotel checkout time is 12:00pm, what can we do for the next 6+ hours?
Thanks![/QUOTE]
Ask the front desk to lock up your luggage for you and you hit the perimeter and grab a girl and go to the short time hotel! After that you and your girl go to mall and grab some late lunch or dinner. That should eat up most of your spare time before your flight leaves.
[QUOTE=Amjeck]I arrive in the morning at about 4am from bkk. Are there any cheap hotels that I can crash at until 12pm? All the big hotels want to charge full rate for just that 8 hours until the normal check at 12pm. i don't want to have to pay full rate if I don't have to.[/QUOTE]
Crikey! Thats not a problem. Check your bags at reception and head to on of the 24 hr bars. Drink and flirt untl 8am have b'fast and hit a short time hotel until noon with a ST spinner. Why waste a morning? Second to that try Blow Row and play pool and drink for a few hours interdispersed with a couple of protein slurpie's for the girls !!!!
Thats the Rosco plan arriving on that flight also from BKK
Happy mongering
Rosco
Whats the name of the short time hotel near Fire n Ice Bar? You have to walk up a flight of stairs,and its clean and cheap as i remember.
[QUOTE=Yella Man]I'm booked there in August. I was wondering how the Jacuzzi rooms are as well. Anybody stay there before?
YM[/QUOTE]The Jacuzzi room is pretty nice. The Jacuzzi is actually in a foyer between the bedroom and the bathroom. In my room, the water was hot and the Jacuzzi can fit 3 people.
My only criticism of the room is that it came with only 2 pillows which can be an issue if you have more than 2 heads sleeping in the bed. I guess I could have called down for another pillow! There is an extra blanket in the closet.
can anyone comment on the internet speed at the savannah? it seems that i am eternally delaying my philippines trip (originally planned for nov 2009), but now it seems really likely for the end of june, but i'll need to make it a "workation" (i.e. half work, half vacation), so i need reliable, speedy internet, and from what i have read so far so savannah seems like a decent work/play hotel.
is it fast enough to use skype for calling? if not, how cheap are their international calling rates? i probably need to make 2-3 hours worth of calls to the u.s. per day, plus another hour or two worth of emails, etc.
[quote=irony monger]can anyone comment on the internet speed at the savannah? it seems that i am eternally delaying my philippines trip (originally planned for nov 2009), but now it seems really likely for the end of june, but i'll need to make it a "workation" (i.e. half work, half vacation), so i need reliable, speedy internet, and from what i have read so far so savannah seems like a decent work/play hotel.
is it fast enough to use skype for calling? if not, how cheap are their international calling rates? i probably need to make 2-3 hours worth of calls to the u.s. per day, plus another hour or two worth of emails, etc.[/quote]don't know about the savannah, but over the past year, i could tell you that the internet at lewis grand is very good, but it's wired, bring a decent long ethernet cord. the internet at walkabout is horrible. it was usually working (70%of the time), but not very fast. the internet at central park hotel was surprising good and fast. i never noticed it out during my 3 days there. not sure if this is useful to anyone, just thought i would make the comment about their services.
[quote=irony monger]can anyone comment on the internet speed at the savannah? it seems that i am eternally delaying my philippines trip (originally planned for nov 2009), but now it seems really likely for the end of june, but i'll need to make it a "workation" (i.e. half work, half vacation), so i need reliable, speedy internet, and from what i have read so far so savannah seems like a decent work/play hotel.
is it fast enough to use skype for calling? if not, how cheap are their international calling rates? i probably need to make 2-3 hours worth of calls to the u.s. per day, plus another hour or two worth of emails, etc.[/quote]i have stayed at savannah three times in the last years in a half. my 1st stay the internet was ok but a little slow, 2nd time it continued to go in and out the entire time. my last trip, 2 months ago it was horrible it would only connect maybe 40% of the time and it was very slow. i moved to the lewis grand after 3 days. the internet there was consistent but i could not get my skype to work properly. magic jack worked ok. savannah is a nice hotel but if you need internet for business reasons i think you maybe be setting yourself up for some frustration on your vacation.
ej
[quote=ej2208]i have stayed at savannah three times in the last years in a half. my 1st stay the internet was ok but a little slow, 2nd time it continued to go in and out the entire time. my last trip, 2 months ago it was horrible it would only connect maybe 40% of the time and it was very slow. i moved to the lewis grand after 3 days. the internet there was consistent but i could not get my skype to work properly. magic jack worked ok. savannah is a nice hotel but if you need internet for business reasons i think you maybe be setting yourself up for some frustration on your vacation.
ej[/quote]
thanks for the info (and thanks to kycuriosity too!). sounds like i'll have to consider the lg if i stay in ac during the week, but the savannah might be ok for a weekend stay.
assuming i won't get satisfactory inet speeds for skype, anyone have info on typical international calling rates (pi to us)?
[quote=irony monger]assuming i won't get satisfactory inet speeds for skype, anyone have info on typical international calling rates (pi to us)?[/quote]
clarkton has decent internet both wifi and wired depending on where your room is located as they have a new wing.
there is cpi business center located accross the street from main gate. they specialize in international calls with rates as low as .03 per minute to u.s.a.
pick up a pldt budget card available at most cell phone shops and 7-11. rates are about the same as cpi business center.
as you probably know, buy and register a magic jack in north america and take it with you to philippines. all calls to the u.s. will then be free.
I have booked my first trip to AC and will be staying at the Lewis Grand Hotel so I thought I would share the Room and Rate info here.
The Special King Room was not listed on their website. They said it was a smaller room than their Deluxe King Room and was on the ground floor.
The Special King Room rates $49/night not including breakfast. We can give you a 10 % discount on your long stay with us. The Special King rooms are some smaller rooms we have on the ground floor. They are limited in number and very popular. Although lacking a writing desk, bathtub and couch they are still decorated to a high standard and boast a queen size bed, flat screen tv, cable, air-con, room telephone, WIFI internet access and an en-suite bathroom with hot shower.
Special King W/ 10% Discount = $44. 00 / PHP 2050
Deluxe King W/ 10% Discount= $66. 00 / PHP 3105
They give a 10% discount for 1-week or longer stay and I think it includes the food you eat there as well.
[QUOTE=Kycuriosity]D that the internet at lewis grand is very good, but it's wired, bring a decent long ethernet cord.[/QUOTE]
No need to bring cord, LGH provides cord in their rooms.
[QUOTE=Ekspat]No need to bring cord, LGH provides cord in their rooms.[/QUOTE]The cord they gave me was only about 6feet long, but the internet connection was across the room from the bed. I just like sitting on the bed with my back against the headboard and surf and chat online. Alot more comfortable than sitting in their wooden chairs, but yeah, if you don't have a 8/10/12ft ethernet cord then they do have one for you. I asked for a longer one but they said all they had were that size.
Re: Internet - Does LGH charge for internet access?
[QUOTE=Ekspat]No need to bring cord, LGH provides cord in their rooms.[/QUOTE]
Thanks for the great review.
Is this really your first trip or are you reporting as a friend of a hotel owner?
[QUOTE=Tally Wacker]I have booked my first trip to AC and will be staying at the Lewis Grand Hotel so I thought I would share the Room and Rate info here.
The Special King Room was not listed on their website. They said it was a smaller room than their Deluxe King Room and was on the ground floor.
The Special King Room rates $49/night not including breakfast. We can give you a 10 % discount on your long stay with us. The Special King rooms are some smaller rooms we have on the ground floor. They are limited in number and very popular. Although lacking a writing desk, bathtub and couch they are still decorated to a high standard and boast a queen size bed, flat screen tv, cable, air-con, room telephone, WIFI internet access and an en-suite bathroom with hot shower.
Special King W/ 10% Discount = $44. 00 / PHP 2050
Deluxe King W/ 10% Discount= $66. 00 / PHP 3105
They give a 10% discount for 1-week or longer stay and I think it includes the food you eat there as well.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Tally Wacker]Re: Internet - Does LGH charge for internet access?[/QUOTE]
No. Included in room rate.
Cheers!
Yep first trip. Just sharring my info after contacting may hotels via email and asking them for a discount because of slow season and my long stay.
Most of them responded with a standard 10% discount. I exchanged about 20 emails with LGH. Mostly because they would respond to my email and only answer 1/2 of my questions.
Below is my request to LGH:
Hello, Jhey, Thank you for the quick response! Since it is a slow season and I am staying for over 2-weeks is it possible to get a 20% discount and charge me the same rate even if needed to change rooms? Other hotels I have contacted are giving 20% discounts. Thank you.
Her response:
I already talk with our General Manager regarding your request. But unfortunately, we can only provide you the 10% discount for your stay. We are hoping that you will be able to stay in our hotel in your future stay.
I does not hurt to ask.
[QUOTE=X Man]Thanks for the great review.
Is this really your first trip or are you reporting as a friend of a hotel owner?[/QUOTE]
Maybe this info will be helpful to others staying in AC.
Here's some responses from hotels in AC when I asked them for a 20% discount on room rate.
Next time I will also ask for free food, alcohol and nightly strip show's from the front desk girls. lol
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Doll House Hotel
Thanks for considering DH Hotel. We look forward having you as guest but we don’t have Standard rooms instead it’s a deluxe room which is Php 3,500.00 a night and it’s a available on the day you want to checking in till the day you check out. And we can give you a 10% discount for your Staying.
We will appreciate if you send us your confirmation.
Thank you for choosing DH hotel & Café.
Sincerely yours,
Mitch of DH hotel & café.
........................................................................
Central Park Hotel
I regret to inform you that we only give discounts for stays of 30 days or
more.
Thanks and regards,
Roselle
Central Park Hotel / Pacific Breeze Hotel - Philippines
261 Real Street, Balibago, Angeles City 2009
Hotel Cell Phone: 0918-908-0214
Tel: 63 45 892-0256; 63 45 323-6845/6
Fax: 63 45 892-5680
Website: [url]www.centralpark-ac.com[/url]
Website: [url]www.pacificbreezehotel.com[/url]
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ABC Hotel
Thank you so much for considering ABC Hotel as one of your possible
accommodation here in Angeles city!
With regards to the discount, we can give 10% discount for guest who will
be staying for more than a week. Please see below our regular and
discounted room rates;
ROOM TYPES REGULAR RATE LESS 10%
Standard Suite $99 $90.88
Standard Jacuzzi Suite $119 $109.25
Junior Suite $169 $155.15
Deluxe Suite $285 $261.64
Presidential Suite $385 $353.44
Rates are quoted per room per night, inclusive of taxes and service charge.
Just let us know should you wish to proceed with your reservation.
Regards,
Ms. Ilene
"You Only Live Once..."
Angeles Beach Club Hotel
Tel: (63)(45)892-2222 . (63)(45) 625-6256
Fax: (63)(45)892-5375
My response:
Hi Miss llene, Thank you for the quick response. Since it is a slow season other hotels I have checked are discounting their rooms. Is it possible to get a 20% discount on a 2-Week reservation? Thank you!
Her response:
I'm sorry Sir, but right now we can only provide a 10% discount for your
two week stay, since we don't have seasonal rates and we have limited
rooms. Even so, our rooms are one of the best here in Angeles and we
guarantee that your stay will be of utmost satisfaction for you.
Would you like us to continue and book a room for you?
Please advice.
Regards,
Ms. Ceci
Hello,
I am planning on going to Angeles City, after reading several posts, I'm thinking to choose one of these two hotels, Pacific Breeze or Orchid Inn.
I read that PB which he described as noisy, thin walls, noise gates room, noise when walking through the corridor, but instead the hotel is considered particularly pleasant and well located a few meters walk from the action.
Moreover Orchid Inn is conveniently located and as I have also read of an experience, staying at the hotel Jasmin Wings rooms are not noise. On the other hand I see the rooms more basic that PB.
Any recommendation ?
[QUOTE=Mastorr]Hello,
I am planning on going to Angeles City, after reading several posts, I'm thinking to choose one of these two hotels, Pacific Breeze or Orchid Inn.
I read that PB which he described as noisy, thin walls, noise gates room, noise when walking through the corridor, but instead the hotel is considered particularly pleasant and well located a few meters walk from the action.
Moreover Orchid Inn is conveniently located and as I have also read of an experience, staying at the hotel Jasmin Wings rooms are not noise. On the other hand I see the rooms more basic that PB.
Any recommendation ?[/QUOTE]
Both hotels are well situated and well run. PB is less then five years old but Orchid Inn is starting to show it's age. Would give PB 1.5 stars over Orchid and the price difference reflects that.
[QUOTE=Mattrick]Both hotels are well situated and well run. PB is less then five years old but Orchid Inn is starting to show it's age. Would give PB 1.5 stars over Orchid and the price difference reflects that.[/QUOTE]
Thanks Mattrick.......
Yes, PB is newer than Orchid, for me the problem is if PB is too much noisy or both of them are similar.
Mastorr
[QUOTE=Tally Wacker]Maybe this info will be helpful to others staying in AC.
Here's some responses from hotels in AC when I asked them for a 20% discount on room rate.
Next time I will also ask for free food, alcohol and nightly strip show's from the front desk girls. lol
..................................................................................
Doll House Hotel
Thanks for considering DH Hotel. We look forward having you as guest but we don’t have Standard rooms instead it’s a deluxe room which is Php 3,500.00 a night and it’s a available on the day you want to checking in till the day you check out. And we can give you a 10% discount for your Staying.
We will appreciate if you send us your confirmation.
Thank you for choosing DH hotel & Café.
Sincerely yours,
Mitch of DH hotel & café.
........................................................................
Central Park Hotel
I regret to inform you that we only give discounts for stays of 30 days or
more.
Thanks and regards,
Roselle
Central Park Hotel / Pacific Breeze Hotel - Philippines
261 Real Street, Balibago, Angeles City 2009
Hotel Cell Phone: 0918-908-0214
Tel: 63 45 892-0256; 63 45 323-6845/6
Fax: 63 45 892-5680
Website: [url]www.centralpark-ac.com[/url]
Website: [url]www.pacificbreezehotel.com[/url]
.................................................................................
ABC Hotel
Thank you so much for considering ABC Hotel as one of your possible
accommodation here in Angeles city!
With regards to the discount, we can give 10% discount for guest who will
be staying for more than a week. Please see below our regular and
discounted room rates;
ROOM TYPES REGULAR RATE LESS 10%
Standard Suite $99 $90.88
Standard Jacuzzi Suite $119 $109.25
Junior Suite $169 $155.15
Deluxe Suite $285 $261.64
Presidential Suite $385 $353.44
Rates are quoted per room per night, inclusive of taxes and service charge.
Just let us know should you wish to proceed with your reservation.
Regards,
Ms. Ilene
"You Only Live Once..."
Angeles Beach Club Hotel
Tel: (63)(45)892-2222 . (63)(45) 625-6256
Fax: (63)(45)892-5375
My response:
Hi Miss llene, Thank you for the quick response. Since it is a slow season other hotels I have checked are discounting their rooms. Is it possible to get a 20% discount on a 2-Week reservation? Thank you!
Her response:
I'm sorry Sir, but right now we can only provide a 10% discount for your
two week stay, since we don't have seasonal rates and we have limited
rooms. Even so, our rooms are one of the best here in Angeles and we
guarantee that your stay will be of utmost satisfaction for you.
Would you like us to continue and book a room for you?
Please advice.
Regards,
Ms. Ceci[/QUOTE]Tally,
Good luck getting a discount from central or Pacific breeze. I been staying there 2 time a yr for the last 8 yr ask for discount many time no luck. Maybe you have better luck asking Roselle for a free BJ just kidding.
Fast Eddie 48
Can anyone recommend a quiet hotel for Mastorr?
Mastorr, what time do you plan to go to sleep and what time do you hope to wake up?
I always plan go to sleep at 9pm and the noise in most places is unbearable. Of course, I should probably not barfine a gal a 8:30 when I want to sleep at 9. They seem to be so noisy around that hour of day.
[QUOTE=Mastorr]Thanks Mattrick.......
Yes, PB is newer than Orchid, for me the problem is if PB is too much noisy or both of them are similar.
Mastorr[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man]Can anyone recommend a quiet hotel for Mastorr?
Mastorr, what time do you plan to go to sleep and what time do you hope to wake up?
I always plan go to sleep at 9pm and the noise in most places is unbearable. Of course, I should probably not barfine a gal a 8:30 when I want to sleep at 9. They seem to be so noisy around that hour of day.[/QUOTE]
Good question,................
X-man, for me the sound of a hotel doen't depend on the time you go to sleep.
I can assure you that is clear to me distinguish between going to sleep and another to be with your girl in the hotel and not having to put up drunk or unnecessary noise that may annoy you.
Of course, in all hotels there are noises, noises are sometimes due to the proximity of bars and above all and is my question, other times it will be noise due to poor construction of the walls of the hotel or its infrastructure, air central Air con, current generators. On this last point is what I've read about
PB and so I'm trying to get some experience between this two hotels.
One more thing, I use to go to sleep, if the girl gives "her permission",about 02:00 or 3:00 am and wake up with noise or without noise no later than 10:00 am. that does not stop me sleeping like a shortly after lunch to recharge batteries ........(do you know "siesta") ?
Mastorr
[QUOTE=Kycuriosity]The cord they gave me was only about 6feet long, but the internet connection was across the room from the bed. I just like sitting on the bed with my back against the headboard and surf and chat online.[/QUOTE]
Okay, I don't do that, for me the notebook on the desk is just fine.
Just checked-in here in Executive room with jacuzzi, even in this above standard room the cord is roughly 3 meter. So far too short to reach the headboard.
For the jacuzzi, it's enough for me and one girl, I think it's too small to have fun with two girls in there. Will try out some time.
Cheers!
Hey folks
I am staying at the Hotel Royal Amsterdam at the moment which is great. Have a nice room and no questions or raised eyebrows when you bring a girl back which I guess is the norm here.
I have a late night flight from Manila in a couple of days. So was hopeing for a late check out. Unfortunatly have been advised this is not possible as some one is in my room from 2pm the day I leave. I will leave Angeles about 7pm so will actiually only need a room from between 12pm to 7pm so don't want to be paying to much. I am looking for something cheap in the Fields area who are likly to have rooms available any reccomondations?
Sorry for not looking through the forum but a boy just wants to have fun and I need to get back out there.
I stayed at the Pacific Breeze in a window-less Jacuzzi room, back in 2009. The hotel was nice but I hated the room, and I am considering staying at the Lewis Grand Hotel on my next trip.
I RTFF and I found some good info but I would like some feedback from some of the members who have stayed at both hotels such as noise levels, distance from the action, what type of room to book and what types to avoid, access to hotel wifi and any other info would be helpful.
I am also looking for good places to eat close to both hotels, any suggestions?
[QUOTE=Coogee]I have a late night flight from Manila in a couple of days. So was hopeing for a late check out. Unfortunatly have been advised this is not possible as some one is in my room from 2pm the day I leave. I will leave Angeles about 7pm so will actiually only need a room from between 12pm to 7pm so don't want to be paying to much. I am looking for something cheap in the Fields area who are likly to have rooms available any reccomondations?[/QUOTE]
Central Park caters to people who need early check ins and late check outs.
The problem is they can be fully booked so call them ASAP.
Check the Walkabout as they might be able to accommodate you too.
[quote=stroker ace88]i rtff and i found some good info but i would like some feedback from some of the members who have stayed at both hotels such as noise levels, distance from the action, what type of room to book and what types to avoid, access to hotel wifi and any other info would be helpful.[/quote]
pb is definately noiser since it is a much smaller hotel. they are also snack dab in the center of the action. rooms are less expensive then lg. never heard a peep from anyone at lg until room service knocked on the door. lg is in a better location if you want to check out perimeter bars. lg has two unadvertised cheapo windowless rooms but have never stayed in one. they offer five or six different room styles. food at both was about the same. lg has a bigger and better pool area.
maybe stay at pb and check out fields, then transfer to lg and try perimeter!
[QUOTE=Coogee]Hey folks
I am staying at the Hotel Royal Amsterdam at the moment which is great. Have a nice room and no questions or raised eyebrows when you bring a girl back which I guess is the norm here.
I have a late night flight from Manila in a couple of days. So was hopeing for a late check out. Unfortunatly have been advised this is not possible as some one is in my room from 2pm the day I leave. I will leave Angeles about 7pm so will actiually only need a room from between 12pm to 7pm so don't want to be paying to much. I am looking for something cheap in the Fields area who are likly to have rooms available any reccomondations?
Sorry for not looking through the forum but a boy just wants to have fun and I need to get back out there.[/QUOTE]
There is the Welcome Inn across from the Dirty Duck. Good short time hotel.
[QUOTE=Coogee]and no questions or raised eyebrows when you bring a girl back [/QUOTE]
You'll only get raised eyebrows in case you do NOT bring a girl back. :D
Cheers!
I got more than raised eyebrows when I come back to the hotel with no girl. The guys by the door would say: "Sir, no girl tonight?"
I'm staying at the Lewis Grand Hotel right now and Im very happy with this place. Its my first tome to AC so I know nothing about other hotels.
I registed for the least expensive room (Special King) that is not listed on their website. With the 10% discount for one week or longer it costs $49 a night. There are only a few of these rooms available and they are located on the ground floor wich has been great. Just step out of the room, walk down the hall and Im at the outside bar/ restaurant. Large TV at the bar and view to the pool. Staff are all cool. Bartender just passed me a load for my cell phone for free because he said he has unlimited minnutes.
I chatted with one of the owners of the hotel for about an hour today. He is a filipino american. Very cool guy and very customer focused. They just changed their whole food menu and everything has tasted great.
They offer a hotel driver for free anywhere to and from Fields ave. and over to SM Mall. The driver even took my girl back to her home that was further away for free. She would have had to take two trikes to get back home. I tipped him 100P.
Trikes to Fields cost 50P.
The owner upgraded me to one of the nicest rooms at hotel with no additional charge. Im having a great time!
[QUOTE=Gogobarlover]I got more than raised eyebrows when I come back to the hotel with no girl. The guys by the door would say: "Sir, no girl tonight?"[/QUOTE]
LG is my favourite hotel in AC but heard they ahd some trouble recently when they were the subject of an undercover TV investigation on sex by the pool.
LOL
Happy Days!
PP
[QUOTE=Tally Wacker]I'm staying at the Lewis Grand Hotel right now and Im very happy with this place. Its my first tome to AC so I know nothing about other hotels.
I registed for the least expensive room (Special King) that is not listed on their website. With the 10% discount for one week or longer it costs $49 a night. There are only a few of these rooms available and they are located on the ground floor wich has been great. Just step out of the room, walk down the hall and Im at the outside bar/ restaurant. Large TV at the bar and view to the pool. Staff are all cool. Bartender just passed me a load for my cell phone for free because he said he has unlimited minnutes.
I chatted with one of the owners of the hotel for about an hour today. He is a filipino american. Very cool guy and very customer focused. They just changed their whole food menu and everything has tasted great.
They offer a hotel driver for free anywhere to and from Fields ave. and over to SM Mall. The driver even took my girl back to her home that was further away for free. She would have had to take two trikes to get back home. I tipped him 100P.
Trikes to Fields cost 50P.
The owner upgraded me to one of the nicest rooms at hotel with no additional charge. Im having a great time![/QUOTE]
The LG owner talked to me about that video of the pool party that was released. He said it turned out not to be a bad thing and sometimes bad publicity can be a good thing for business. He said "you know this is the red light district?"
LGH is opening a new property in AC. I dont know exactly where or what the name of it will be but they offered they offered to tour me arround and show me the property. I will be a mixed use property with Hotel Rooms and Condos sorta like a time share.
I may go check it out if I get bored.
[QUOTE=Pheasantplucker]LG is my favourite hotel in AC but heard they ahd some trouble recently when they were the subject of an undercover TV investigation on sex by the pool.
LOL
Happy Days!
PP[/QUOTE]
Lewis Grand is a nice hotel. It's just the walk to Fields Avenue is to far. You'll have to take a trike. I stayed at the Pacific Breeze hotel last month and it's very close to the action but, the A/C in the room is too weak too cool the entire room. It takes a while until it gets cold. I agree with Stroker Ace88 in regards to the rooms. It's big and roomy but, the color and feel of the room don't feel cozy.
[QUOTE=Gogobarlover]It's just the walk to Fields Avenue is to far. [/QUOTE]
It's walking distance.
Just have a pitstop in Emotions, Gentlemens Club, Stampede and Brown Sugar and see!!
You're in Fields! :D
Cheers!
[QUOTE=Tally Wacker]LGH is opening a new property in AC. I dont know exactly where or what the name......[/QUOTE]
I guess it to be in Santos near Swiss Chalet.
At least if I remember correctly.
Cheers!
Planning to spend some time in the Philippines late July and early August. Any ideas on places to stay? Budget around $50 per night.
[QUOTE=Chrispet]Planning to spend some time in the Philippines late July and early August. Any ideas on places to stay? Budget around $50 per night.[/QUOTE]
Pacific Breeze Hotel has the Deluxe Room for $48/night. It's close to all the action is on Fields.
[url]http://www.pacificbreezehotel.com/index.php[/url]
Central Park Hotel also has rooms that fits your budget from $35 - $50/night
[url]http://www.centralpark-ac.com/en/[/url]
Swiss Chalet is another hotel close to the main action on Fields Avenue
[url]http://www.swisschaletph.com/[/url]
[QUOTE=Gogobarlover]Pacific Breeze Hotel has the Deluxe Room for $48/night. It's close to all the action is on Fields.
[url]http://www.pacificbreezehotel.com/index.php[/url]
Central Park Hotel also has rooms that fits your budget from $35 - $50/night
[url]http://www.centralpark-ac.com/en/[/url]
Swiss Chalet is another hotel close to the main action on Fields Avenue
[url]http://www.swisschaletph.com/[/url][/QUOTE]Are these hotels pretty cool about bringing women in? Internet access? Also do they have a bar or nightclub in either?
Thanks
[QUOTE=Zuhare Meri]Are these hotels pretty cool about bringing women in? [/quote]
Usually the receptionist gets upset and worried,
if you do NOT bring one or two girls in.
Often they do not allow you to enter your room alone, so they send you back
to Fields to get a girl first. :D
[quote]Also do they have a bar or nightclub in either?[/QUOTE]
Don't know, never stayed in there but nothing to worry,
more than enough bars for a couple of days.
Enjoy!
[QUOTE=Tally Wacker]I registed for the least expensive room (Special King) that is not listed on their website. With the 10% discount for one week or longer it costs $49 a night. There are only a few of these rooms available and they are located on the ground floor wich has been great. Just step out of the room, walk down the hall and Im at the outside bar/ restaurant.[/QUOTE]
Stayed at Lewis Grand in the first week of operation and they have come a long way since then! Anyway, I was wondering about the 'Special King' rooms. Do those rooms have any windows?
[QUOTE=Zuhare Meri]Are these hotels pretty cool about bringing women in? Internet access? Also do they have a bar or nightclub in either?
Thanks[/QUOTE]
Bringing girls back to your hotel is considered a normal thing in Angeles City. That's what Angeles City is all about. So, if you pickup a girl(s) at a bar, just walk in the lobby, pickup your key at the front desk and head to your room.
I only stayed at the Pacific Breeze so far and it does have internet access via a Lan Line. They will supply a short 3 feet cat5 network cable to connect your notebook to the LAN jack on the wall. The in room safe is big. It can accommodate a full size laptop.
There's no need for a bar or nightclub in either of these 3 hotels. The bars and nightclub are really close. They are literally under a minute walk away to your nearest bar.
[QUOTE=Zuhare Meri]Are these hotels pretty cool about bringing women in? Internet access? Also do they have a bar or nightclub in either?
Thanks[/QUOTE]As noted by others, all Hotels in AC are girl firendly. I've only stayed at the Swiss Chalet, and they do have a small Bar/restaurant attached but there are no girls there. You'll get a free drink coupon. I didn't have a laptop so I didn't try their Internet. The safes there seem too small to fit a big laptop in, but I could be wrong.
Swiss Chalet is very close to the action but still paradoxically very quiet for the most part. Take a right out of the lobby and in half a block you're in the heart of Fields Ave.
The other two are only slightly farther away, and with them you get to use a pool and apparently as noted the safes are much bigger. But for the 35 or 38$ a night I spent I got a full King bed and a tv with a lot of channels. (Girls will like to watch tv in the afternoons if you have a repeater, so having a few movie channels is nice in that regard.)
I will likely not repeat at Swiss Chalet, but only because I want something different on my next trip. I can heartly endorse it as a good place to stay, but remember I have limited experience. If I don't stay at either PB or CP next time, I'll likely be out on the Perimeter somewhere.
Good luck.
Gonzo
[QUOTE=Gogobarlover]Bringing girls back to your hotel is considered a normal thing in Angeles City. That's what Angeles City is all about. So, if you pickup a girl(s) at a bar, just walk in the lobby, pickup your key at the front desk and head to your room.
Okay cool. Well if any of you is there when I am, and would like to hang out or need a wingman. Let me know. I will be there from July 11 to 21 but will make AC about 3 of those days. Somewhere in the middle of my stay.
[QUOTE=Gogobarlover]Bringing girls back to your hotel is considered a normal thing in Angeles City. That's what Angeles City is all about. So, if you pickup a girl(s) at a bar, just walk in the lobby, pickup your key at the front desk and head to your room.[/QUOTE]Well, some hotels, such as Phoenix and savannah, do slip a small note to the customer to be a bit careful with street girls, and will recommend the girl's details be noted down - Sometimes.
Hi guys,
I'm making my first trip to ac, been living in Pattaya for 10 years and going to ac in sept, I would like opinions on these hotels, need wi fi pool and reasonable location, these 2 appear in my price range etc als brass knob looks ok. After the shock of hotel prices compared to patts anyway.
Thoughts?
Thanks
[QUOTE=Samuii]I'm making my first trip to ac, been living in Pattaya for 10 years and going to ac in sept, I would like opinions on these hotels, need wi fi pool and reasonable location, these 2 appear in my price range etc als brass knob looks ok. After the shock of hotel prices compared to patts anyway.[/QUOTE]
For a newbie to AC, I would lean towards Walkabout since it is in the middle of Fields. Donald Paul is adequate but is located on a side street that can get dodgy late at night. Brass Knob is nothing special and is up on Perimeter. Personally, I would recommend Central Park especially for newbies because the staff knows how to make your stay an enjoyable one!
[QUOTE=Mattrick]For a newbie to AC, I would lean towards Walkabout since it is in the middle of Fields. Donald Paul is adequate but is located on a side street that can get dodgy late at night. Brass Knob is nothing special and is up on Perimeter. Personally, I would recommend Central Park especially for newbies because the staff knows how to make your stay an enjoyable one![/QUOTE]Mattrick,
I check out the room at the Walkabout their room is smaller very basic than central park and it can be very noisy at fields ,I like pacific breeze it is quiet area and much nicer room but is short walk from field but it cost more than walkabout and central park .
Fast eddie 48
[QUOTE=Samuii]Hi guys,
I'm making my first trip to ac, been living in Pattaya for 10 years and going to ac in sept, I would like opinions on these hotels, need wi fi pool and reasonable location, these 2 appear in my price range etc als brass knob looks ok. After the shock of hotel prices compared to patts anyway.
Thoughts?
Thanks[/QUOTE]
I cant comment on Walkabout but I have stayed at Don Paul a couple of times and find it fine. The wifi works pretty well, The owner is a bit eccentric but a pretty decent guy, the food is fine, its a couple of blocks from Fields but easy enough to walk there. Its oposite the health clinic so you will se every WG in AC walk by every couple of weeks.
I stayed at Lewis Grand Hotel for over 2-weeks on my recent visit to Phil.
Im not plugging this hotel for any reason other than I had a great time, the Hotel is first class for the area and the staff are accomidating and wonderful. This is the only hotel in Angeles that I have stayed in so I know nothing about other places other than what I read on this site.
You can see one of my previous reports on their un advertised "Special King Room" for about $49 after the 10% dicount for 1-week or longer. They will also apply the 10% on all of your Food and Drink if you belong to one of the local online blog sites. Cant remember wich one it is. I was able to finaggle the extra 10% without belonging.
I met one of the owners at the outside bar/ cafe on my 2nd day. We chatted for about 40 min and he was a cool guy. He grew up close to where I live in California so we had alot in common. He offered to move me to a nicer room for no additional charge. I took him up on it and ended up in their nicest room of the hotel for the rest of my visit for $49. Large room with rainfall shower and balcony overlooking the pool area. Very cool.
I used the walk in rainfall shower many times in my room. The girls loved it and it will fit 3 or 4 people at once. I had some fun times with the shower.
I always asked Housekeeping to supply extra towels for my room and they even brought them when I forgot to ask. I would also make a call to Housekeeping to freshen up my room an additional time when I went out and when I returned it was all taken care of.
This is a 24hr hotel so the Cafe/ Bar, Room Service, Pool Area and House Keeping are always available.
I was there for over two weeks so I became friends with everyone at the hotel. The Bartenders are Great!!! Richard makes the best drinks!!! He has guests that call ahead and make sure he is working before their visit. He will make any drink you want and its all first rate alcohol and if you want a strong one no prob. I loved the Long Island's. He makes them better than the other bartenders there. They will do anything to personaly accomodate you. One guy had his Protien mix bag at the bar and they would whip him up a special drink mix whenever he asked. Im sure if you English guys want to bring your own favorite tea or whatever you can just give it to them and they will make it up anytime you like.
About the Food. I have heard others complain that the food in AC is not good. The food at LGH is Great! They put together a new menu just before I arrived I found out. They have a mixture of Western, Filipino and a few Asian style dishes. I tried just about one of every thing on the menu.
The owner tries to make everything in house as to keep it fresh and custom. He told me if there was anything that was not on the menu that i wanted they would make it for me. I had them customize my dishes the way I liked many times after I learned the menu.
Since I was not hitting the bars but I was meeting with local women from the internet I used the Hotel bar and restaraunt for my meeting place. My bill at the end of the 2-weeks was a big one. This is not a discount Hotel but if you want to have a llittle luxury along with your sex visit this would be the place.
There is not much to do in Angeles durring the mid day when it is hot and you are recouporating from your previous night of drunken fun. I woke up late everyday and had a nice breakfast either in the room or down at the outdoor cafe overlooking the pool. Then went back to the room to take a nap and surf the internet and watch tv. Later I would hit the pool area for a refreshing time.
There is a swim up bar at the pool with two large flat screen Tv's where you can use the remote and watch whatever you want. You can ring the bell and someone will come down from the cafe and take your drink or food order.
They also offer a few cars and drivers for local drop off and pick up for free. It was a nice thing to just give them a ring at the hotel and they would send a airconditioned van to get you. I also had then drop off my girls I met to their homes if they lived fairly close. Only a few times they did not have a driver available and I had to grab a trike wich is a thrilling crazy expierience.
Also, the Hotel is not located right in the middle of the action but a few blocks away. I liked it for that reason. It was a 50P trike ride to fields ave. or the Hotel car can drop you.
I would stay at this Hotel again and would recomend to others that are not looking for the low end discount places.
ABC is expensive but the BEST. Kills everything else in AC. LG, the white house or the hospital (depending on your room, I guess) is close second but that is about it... The rest just don't do it for me. I guess I am kind of picky but part of the experience is the comfort and to me it is money well spend.
I am going to stay at LGH in the coming week. I have several questons to ask:
1) As the roomrate do not include breakfast. Is there any restaurant nearby if I don't want to have meal in the hotel?
2) Is it a walking distance from the hotel to Perimeter action?
3) Instead of the hotel car, Is it easy to get a tricle outside the hotel to Field Ave?
4) May I get a free hotel ride from the hotel to the casino in Clark?
Thank You !
1) The hotel has a restaurant at the swimming pool area and they offer breakfast there. In the 250-350ps range.
2) Yes, within 5 minutes walk you have a dozen bars.
3) Yes, walk outside and you'll hear someone shouting "trike, sir".
4) Dunno.
Cheers!
[QUOTE=Boshekk]
1) As the roomrate do not include breakfast. Is there any restaurant nearby if I don't want to have meal in the hotel?
2) Is it a walking distance from the hotel to Perimeter action?
3) Instead of the hotel car, Is it easy to get a tricle outside the hotel to Field Ave?
4) May I get a free hotel ride from the hotel to the casino in Clark?
[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Tally Wacker]They also offer a few cars and drivers for local drop off and pick up for free. It was a nice thing to just give them a ring at the hotel and they would send a airconditioned van to get you. I also had then drop off my girls I met to their homes if they lived fairly close. Only a few times they did not have a driver available and I had to grab a trike wich is a thrilling crazy expierience.[/QUOTE]Apparently you can boshekk, at least according to Tally's awesome report here.
Hope you have fun!
Gonzon
[QUOTE=Ezinho]I have been looking at some of the web sites for various hotels and apartelles in Angeles City, and I am wondering about the discounts they give for long term stays. It seems that they will give only a 10-15% discount if you stay monthly. Can anyone advise if there are places that give a greater discount than that? It seems like kind of a wimpy discount if you ask me, or perhaps I am expecting too much of a price reduction. Is the 10-15% negotioable?[/QUOTE]Ezinho,
Try Don Paul apartelle they offer discount for long stay ,the room there is not very nice but ok ,if you are on a budget this is a good options .
Fast eddie 48
Hi, could you advise on the Special King rooms at LGH?
How are they compared to, lets say, the rooms at Royal Amsterdam?
I've never stayed at Royal Amsterdam but I did stay at LGH Special King Room.
The Special King Room at LGH rate was $49/night not including breakfast when I stayed there a few months ago. The Special King rooms are smaller rooms located on the ground floor very close to the outside bar. I think there are only two of these rooms. I stayed in room #104. Room is lacking a writing desk, bathtub and couch and are smaller in size compared to their other rooms. There is no balcony and the one window looks into the hallway not to the outside.
One of the owners moved me to the 4th. floor to one of the larger rooms for no additional charge and I personaly liked the smaller room better. The Special King has a huge walk-in shower unlike the other rooms wich have a small bathtub you need to step over to get into. I had much fun with girls in the larger rainfall shower.
Also being on the ground floor you will not have to use the slow elevators but you do get some noise comming from the outdoor bar late at night from loud drunk people comming back from a night of fun.
They give a 10% discount for 1-week or longer stay and it includes the food you eat there as well. Also I understand you can get a 10% discount if you belong to one of the websites that advertise the local businesses in AC.
I personaly would ask for the smaller Special King next time I stay there.
These rates were based on my stay a few months ago.
Special King W/ 10% Discount = $44. 00 / PHP 2050
Deluxe King W/ 10% Discount= $66. 00 / PHP 3105
[QUOTE=Lala Bay]Hi, could you advise on the Special King rooms at LGH?
How are they compared to, lets say, the rooms at Royal Amsterdam?[/QUOTE]
The Royal Amsterdam Hotel is one of the better place to stay because of its wonderful staff and convenient location. The prices are very affordable, too.
I'll be in PI in early Dec, and will most likely spend a few days in AC, since I have never been. Is it worth getting a hotel with a pool at this time of year? I'm debating between the Royal Amsterdam or the Pacific Breeze. The RA seems like the best deal for my needs, but no pool. I'm not huge on swimming, but I figure the girl(s) may like it. Thoughts?
[QUOTE=Irony Monger]Is it worth getting hotel with a pool at this time of year? The RA seems like the best deal for my needs, but no pool. I'm not huge on swimming, but I figure the girl(s) may like it. Thoughts?[/QUOTE]
For myself, a pool is a must in a town like AC. It is a good place to relax and escape the heat in the middle of the day. You lounge around the pool side with a drink or two. What the hell. AC does not have much else going on during the early afternoon. Some guys like to hang out in the bars all day long and then all night. If this is you, then forget the pool. I chose my hotel in good part because it has a nice pool. I do the same thing when I am in Pat. That the girls may like the pool too and you can play with them in the water is an added incentive.
[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo]For myself, a pool is a must in a town like AC. It is a good place to relax and escape the heat in the middle of the day. You lounge around the pool side with a drink or two. What the hell. AC does not have much else going on during the early afternoon. Some guys like to hang out in the bars all day long and then all night. If this is you, then forget the pool.[/QUOTE]Well said. On my virgin trip to AC I stayed at Central Park on the recommendations of a buddy. Central Park itself doesn't have a pool, but its sister hotel Pacific Breeze does. If you stay at Central Park, you can ask for a VIP card to use Pacific Breeze pool free of charge.
So I did on my first trip. And same situation for my second trip. Thing is, for both trips, I spent so much time in the bars and in my room with the girls that I didn't have time for the pool. Never dipped a toe into it.
I am not that much of a pool guy anyway. Pacific Breeze's pool is not covered at all, so the sun is always beating down on you if you go for an afternoon swim.
So before you narrow down your hotel choices to those with pools, ask yourself if you are the type that actually needs one.
In AC theres not much to see or to do during the day. If you spend your night
In bars / gogos then take a girl for all personal action most probably you need some
Relaxing time in the afternoon, so lazing by the pool will be the perfect solution.
I been to the Orchid Inn previously & although their pool is small it was the
Perfect place for a dip / relax between 2-5pm.
[QUOTE=Irony Monger]I'll be in PI in early Dec, and will most likely spend a few days in AC, since I have never been. Is it worth getting a hotel with a pool at this time of year? I'm debating between the Royal Amsterdam or the Pacific Breeze. The RA seems like the best deal for my needs, but no pool. I'm not huge on swimming, but I figure the girl(s) may like it. Thoughts?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Bugzy 69]In AC theres not much to see or to do during the day. If you spend your night
In bars / gogos then take a girl for all personal action most probably you need some
Relaxing time in the afternoon, so lazing by the pool will be the perfect solution.
I been to the Orchid Inn previously & although their pool is small it was the
Perfect place for a dip / relax between 2-5pm.[/QUOTE]Bugzy 69,
Pool is nice and I spend alot of time at the pacific breeze pool, I remember 10 yr ago the SM mall have not open yet and there are no poker room, there are just not a whole lot to do in AC during the day, on my last trip I only spend just a few hr at the pool.
Fast Eddie 48
[url]http://www.thepalmtreeresort.com/index.html[/url]
Posted here as the Subic Board does not seem to get many readers.
Has anyone stayed here before and is the pool a decent size?
Cheers
I don't recommend staying at Wild Orchid.
It's over US$100 per night for balcony room, no breakfast, must request water, and don't give new toothbrushes unless you request. There is non-stop jackhammer noise from 12pm to 10pm, and will be for sometime as they are adding floors.
[QUOTE=Frank4220][url]http://www.thepalmtreeresort.com/index.html[/url]
Posted here as the Subic Board does not seem to get many readers.
Has anyone stayed here before and is the pool a decent size?
Cheers[/QUOTE]
Pool is small and very near the dining area and the place next door( Mangos ) has a wide open view of it, so I would not expect to have much romantic moments in it with your girl.
This place is more low key than say Blue Rock. I did like the food and the bar/dining area upstairs was good. Good cable to watch between barfines.
Just spent 4 nights in Angeles City. I had booked 4 nights at Swiss Chalat but the room is so bad I had to check out after one night. They charge $20 peso for an extra towel too!!! However, beware!!! They wanted to chagre me 20% for the room for the remaining 3 nights. You got to be kiddy me!!! I complained fiercely and threatened to call Hans, the owner. They finally agreed not to charge me the 20%. I will never stay there again.
Moved to Blue Nile and it was even worst. No frige, not safe and the wireless reception was so weak it is frustrating. The show is so small it can hardly accommodate two persons. We always want to show with our girl together, don't we?! Never stay there again.
Look like the Amsterdam is better. I need at least a clean room, good shower, good wireless reception, an in-room safe and please provide us with extra clean towels. I wouldn't mind paying between $50-60 US a night for such a room.
I stayed at Pacific Breeze three years ago and it was pretty good. Of course, it was brans new. After three years, I don't know if it has kept the place up.
Shower, I mean.
The Royal Amsterdam Hotel is way better but you have to make reservations in advance to book the room you want.
[QUOTE=Wantoknow]Shower, I mean.[/QUOTE]
Headed to AC early next year for stay over 30 days. Looking for information the quality of Elben Villas and Townhouses or DM Residente Villas?
Also looking for other possible long-term stay options.
I have stayed at the Wild Orchid and Royal Amsterdam and enjoyed both hotels. But both stays were for less than a week.
Any information would be helpful.
Thanks in advance.
I stayed at the Lewis Grand Special King room for $40 a night and the shower is big enough for 5 but they only have a few of those rooms and you need to book early I think. Check it out.
[QUOTE=Wantoknow]Just spent 4 nights in Angeles City. I had booked 4 nights at Swiss Chalat but the room is so bad I had to check out after one night. They charge $20 peso for an extra towel too! However, beware! They wanted to chagre me 20% for the room for the remaining 3 nights. You got to be kiddy me! I complained fiercely and threatened to call Hans, the owner. They finally agreed not to charge me the 20%. I will never stay there again.
Moved to Blue Nile and it was even worst. No frige, not safe and the wireless reception was so weak it is frustrating. The show is so small it can hardly accommodate two persons. We always want to show with our girl together, don't we?! Never stay there again.
Look like the Amsterdam is better. I need at least a clean room, good shower, good wireless reception, an in-room safe and please provide us with extra clean towels. I wouldn't mind paying between $50-60 US a night for such a room.
I stayed at Pacific Breeze three years ago and it was pretty good. Of course, it was brans new. After three years, I don't know if it has kept the place up.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Tally Wacker]I stayed at the Lewis Grand Special King room for $40 a night and the shower is big enough for 5 but they only have a few of those rooms and you need to book early I think. Check it out.[/QUOTE]They quoted me $49 for Special King. I think last year or maybe 2 years ago it was $39. Did I get a wrong quote or is your info old?
Had my first trip to AC last week. It was a short trip, only 3 nights, so I didn't try to hook up with any ISG members. I was busy trying to hook up my own member ;-)
Stayed at the Savannah in one of the Executive Suite rooms. Pics are attached. Price was Php 4,800 per night. A bit on the high side, but since it was a short stay I wanted a nice room, and I got it.
The exec suites have a small lounge area that is separate from the bedroom. There is no door separating them, but the couch is facing away, so it gives a bit of privacy. It would have been nice to have a TV in the lounge as well as the bedroom, but there was only one TV and it was facing the bed.
The pool was pretty nice. Initially I was debating about whether I cared about having a pool or not, but now I am glad I choose one with the pool as I spent at least an hour out there every day with the girls. Also gave me the chance to put my new Sanyo VPC CA-102 to the test (will post underwater pics later).
The staff was always friendly and helpful. No second glances when I brought 3 girls back, they just handed me extra towels.
Food was decent. I don't think there is anything 5-star in AC, but it was not bad by any means.
You do have to pay up front here, which I found a little odd, but you do have the option to pay just one night at a time. I was fine with this. I paid in cash, no ID or passport asked for, so completely anonymous...I even reserved the room using an anonymous Visa gift card I picked up and loaded with a few hundred bucks back in the states.
Two minor gripes. First, no shampoo in the rooms. What is up with that? Much cheaper hotels fork out for the small travel size bottles each night, why can't they? Anyway, a quick trip to SM fixed that. There is also a 7-11 next door that probably had some as well. Second gripe is that your room key also turns on the power in the room, which means that when you leave the power goes off. It was a minor inconvenience, as I wanted to charge my laptop while I was at the mall, but oh well.
Other than that, it was a very pleasant stay, and I would repeat. Yes, it is a bit far from fields, but I never found it to be a problem. They always had a driver available to take you there, and I usually just grabbed a trike for 100 pesos for me and the ladies to get back. I even made the walk a couple times during daylight. Takes about 20 minutes if you do a straight march, but why would you with all those pretty little distractions along perimeter ;-) Would not recommend doing that walk at night though.
Hope someone finds this useful.
[QUOTE=Irony Monger; 1102557]Had my first trip to AC last week. It was a short trip, only 3 nights, so I didn't try to hook up with any ISG members. I was busy trying to hook up my own member.
Stayed at the Savannah in one of the Executive Suite rooms. Pics are attached. Price was Php 4, 800 per night. A bit on the high side, but since it was a short stay I wanted a nice room, and I got it.
The exec suites have a small lounge area that is separate from the bedroom. There is no door separating them, but the couch is facing away, so it gives a bit of privacy. It would have been nice to have a TV in the lounge as well as the bedroom, but there was only one TV and it was facing the bed.
The pool was pretty nice. Initially I was debating about whether I cared about having a pool or not, but now I am glad I choose one with the pool as I spent at least an hour out there every day with the girls. Also gave me the chance to put my new Sanyo VPC CA-102 to the test (will post underwater pics later).
To Irony
Nice room I though of stay here a few month ago but I like to stay near Field, I will never walk back to the hotel at night just paid the trek guy 100 p, I hope you didn't get any runner that is a nice room with jaczuzzi.
Fast Eddie 48
Could you please tell us what your complaint was at Swiss Chalet. I once had the suite upstairs. The jacuzzzi wasn't interesting, and there were some signs of wear and tear. Neverhtheless it was a very beautiful room for taking pictures with guests.
[QUOTE=Wantoknow; 1095040]Just spent 4 nights in Angeles City. I had booked 4 nights at Swiss Chalat but the room is so bad I had to check out after one night. They charge $20 peso for an extra towel too! However, beware! They wanted to chagre me 20% for the room for the remaining 3 nights. You got to be kiddy me! I complained fiercely and threatened to call Hans, the owner. They finally agreed not to charge me the 20. I will never stay there again.
Moved to Blue Nile and it was even worst. No frige, not safe and the wireless reception was so weak it is frustrating. The show is so small it can hardly accommodate two persons. We always want to show with our girl together, don't we? Never stay there again.
Look like the Amsterdam is better. I need at least a clean room, good shower, good wireless reception, an in-room safe and please provide us with extra clean towels. I wouldn't mind paying between $50-60 US a night for such a room.
I stayed at Pacific Breeze three years ago and it was pretty good. Of course, it was brans new. After three years, I don't know if it has kept the place up.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Wantoknow; 1095040]Just spent 4 nights in Angeles City. I had booked 4 nights at Swiss Chalat but the room is so bad I had to check out after one night. They charge $20 peso for an extra towel too! However, beware! They wanted to chagre me 20% for the room for the remaining 3 nights. You got to be kiddy me! I complained fiercely and threatened to call Hans, the owner. They finally agreed not to charge me the 20. I will never stay there again.
Moved to Blue Nile and it was even worst. No frige, not safe and the wireless reception was so weak it is frustrating. The show is so small it can hardly accommodate two persons. We always want to show with our girl together, don't we? Never stay there again.
Look like the Amsterdam is better. I need at least a clean room, good shower, good wireless reception, an in-room safe and please provide us with extra clean towels. I wouldn't mind paying between $50-60 US a night for such a room.
I stayed at Pacific Breeze three years ago and it was pretty good. Of course, it was brans new. After three years, I don't know if it has kept the place up. [/QUOTE]Try the Central Park. About $40, fridge in room, also a safe. I see guys in the lobby / restraunt wifi-ing.
The towel thing. Listen, buy yourself some creature comforts. The towels at most of the asian hotels are shit. Thin, and not much bigger than a rag. Most foreigners are larger. Either bring a nice big bath towel from home, or go to the mall on your first day in-country and spend $5 to buy one. That leaves the two hotel towels (rags) for my guests. Say, for example, you check in on Monday, with a Saturday departure. Use your towel mon-Friday. Friday morning take all your laundry (towel included) and have it laundered. Use the hotel towel on Saturday, and go pick up your laundry in the morning before departing AC (towel is clean / dry). Do the same with bar soap, pick up a real soap bar from the mall. I hate those tiny hotel soaps. I grab a new one in each new city.
Regarding laundry. I'm still amazed that I can get 5-6 days laundry done overnight for $3 in asia. If you want it faster, ask them. If you drop it off before noon, most places are willing to rush yours and get it done that day before they close in the early evening. I remember this conversation once in Malate:
Me: can you get it done today?
Lady: what time?
Me: closing time (she called another lady over and they talked)
Lady: yes. But extra charge (original charge was p90)
Me: how much?
Lady: p40 more. Ok to that?
Me: hahaha. P200 total. You ok to THAT?
Criminy. An extra dollar to get a rush job. Ever since, I've always dropped it off in the morning, offered p100 extra for rush. Rarely is the total more than p250, and its ready by 6pm, and never have I been turned down for the rush.
Like Immodium, I always make sure I have extra towels with me. Don't try to equate the two!
[QUOTE=Westcoast1;1113500]Try the Central Park. About $40, fridge in room, also a safe. I see guys in the lobby / restraunt wifi-ing.[/QUOTE]Is the condo project across from CP still going on? I remember last time I stayed there it was very noisy starting from 8am.
[QUOTE=Slippery;1113740]Like Immodium, I always make sure I have extra towels with me. Don't try to equate the two![/QUOTE]Royal Amsterdam has nice acceptable towels. They also exchange towels free. It helps if you have many sessions in a day. They also give two smaller towels which can be used to dry off if necessary.
Always 20-40 pesos to the maid per day does wonders.
Hello, All,
I am having a tough time finding a hotel in AC for next weekend, PB, Central Park, LGH, are all booked. The Royal AMS only has a room for Friday, and they want to put me in the Apartelle Royal the rest of the stay. Anyone have experience with the Royal? I did a forum search, but came up empty. TIA.
Sky
When arriving at 4 am most hotels don't allow you to check in until 12pm or you have to reserve for the whole day before to ensure you got a room upon arrival.
Has anybody crashed in a short time hotel in AC after arriving early in the morning then transfering to a regular hotel?
What short time hotel would you recommend? Is this a bit risky being that you're just off the plane, tired and with valuables?
[QUOTE=Sammon; 1113832]Royal Amsterdam has nice acceptable towels. They also exchange towels free. It helps if you have many sessions in a day. They also give two smaller towels which can be used to dry off if necessary.
Always 20-40 pesos to the maid per day does wonders. [/QUOTE]Royal Amsterdam definitely has some nice towels. They also have a good policy of extra towels without charge (if you have multiple sessions or multiple girls).
But a warning: If you stain the large towel, and if it won't wash out, they will charge you 500 pesos.
[QUOTE=Sky Ryder; 1119100]Hello, All,
I am having a tough time finding a hotel in AC for next weekend, PB, Central Park, LGH, are all booked. The Royal AMS only has a room for Friday, and they want to put me in the Apartelle Royal the rest of the stay. Anyone have experience with the Royal? I did a forum search, but came up empty. TIA.
Sky[/QUOTE]I'm also looking for a room next week. Many places are booked.
I looked at the standard room at Apartelle Royal. It was OK; not as nice as the Royal Amsterdam.
The place is above the Camelot go-go bar ([url]http://www.apartelleroyal.com/[/url]). The bed was decent. OK location on Fields. Free wi-fi.
Never stayed there before, so not sure how noisy it will get, or more importantly how long the noise will last.
[QUOTE=Amjeck; 1119143]When arriving at 4 am most hotels don't allow you to check in until 12pm or you have to reserve for the whole day before to ensure you got a room upon arrival.
Has anybody crashed in a short time hotel in AC after arriving early in the morning then transfering to a regular hotel?
What short time hotel would you recommend? Is this a bit risky being that you're just off the plane, tired and with valuables? [/QUOTE]I hate those red eye flights from LA, Bangkok or Saigon.
If you get lucky, your hotel will allow you to check in early.
Some hotels like Royal Amsterdam will gurantee an early check-in for a charge (less than a full day charge). But the Royal Amsterdam hotel will also allow you to check in early if the guest leaves early from your scheduled room.
If you're staying at the Amsterdam, you can crash at the leather couch in the lobby.
What I normally do is I leave my luggage at my hotel, keep my valuables with me, and then I hang out for a few hours at the Dollhouse go-go bar; the Dollhouse is open 24 hours. Then I go eat somewhere, and then I check in.
[QUOTE=GreenBud; 1119163]The place is above the Camelot go-go bar (
[url]http://www.apartelleroyal.com/[/url]
). The bed was decent. OK location on Fields. Free wi-fi.
Never stayed there before, so not sure how noisy it will get, or more importantly how long the noise will last. [/QUOTE]What time does camelot close? That is probably the main source of noise?
[QUOTE=Amjeck;1119185]What time does camelot close? That is probably the main source of noise?[/QUOTE]I have stayed at apartelle Royal ouple of times because there was no vacancy at Royal Amsterdam. The bed is not comfortable and the linens are not up to par.
There was no noise coming from Camelot. However the noise was coming from other places in the neighbourhood. Any of the fields avenue hotels always have the noise factor. Noise really does not bother me.
[QUOTE=Smooth Slim; 1099507]Headed to AC early next year for stay over 30 days. Looking for information the quality of Elben Villas and Townhouses or DM Residente Villas?
Also looking for other possible long-term stay options.
I have stayed at the Wild Orchid and Royal Amsterdam and enjoyed both hotels. But both stays were for less than a week.
Any information would be helpful.
Thanks in advance. [/QUOTE]Not sure if you want a pool but I think most of the hotels would offer you a discount if you booked for 30 days. Unfortunately, places like Pacific Breeze is so busy that they might not have availability or you may have to change rooms a lot.
I enjoyed my stay at the Medgar Executive Apartelle, they seem to cater to long staying clients and they have decent broadband internet but no pool. Not the closest to the action but only about a 10 minute walk to Margarita Station.
[url]http://medgarinac.com/rates.html[/url]
Like Slippery.
I just buy a few towels (emergency towling / beach) and faceclothes (fuck juice wipe clothes) when I arrive. I always get extra toothbrushes as well, never know when you get a balut loving gal. Condoms. I bring those with me. 002
And at least once a visit. I kid you not. I get a gal who asks to borrow a comb or brush. This strikes me as a bit odd since I have no hair. At least not on my head. What does a bald guy say when a bushy black haired gal asks for a comb? I just smile. But surely there is a good comeback. Maybe the stunted cunning one can share some of his with. X.
[QUOTE=Slippery;1113740]Like Immodium, I always make sure I have extra towels with me. Don't try to equate the two![/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man; 1120726]Like Slippery.
And at least once a visit. I kid you not. I get a gal who asks to borrow a comb or brush. This strikes me as a bit odd since I have no hair. X. [/QUOTE]This seems to be something very special about Pinay.
All Pinay I know using my comb or hairbrush when I am there.
Next time I am buying themselves a hair brush. LOL
Ok, I RFF-ed, and it appears the LG is actually the most luxurious option? (Yes, I prefer to bonk luxuriously.)
I was only worried how far it is from the real action. Some people said far, others said not so far.
In terms of minutes walk, assuming that Field Avenue is the correct place to be, how far is that? Or are there actually better places closer by?
[QUOTE=Burty; 1127935]Ok, I RFF-ed, and it appears the LG is actually the most luxurious option? (Yes, I prefer to bonk luxuriously.)
I was only worried how far it is from the real action. Some people said far, others said not so far.
In terms of minutes walk, assuming that Field Avenue is the correct place to be, how far is that? Or are there actually better places closer by? [/QUOTE]ABC hotel is on the same level, or even a bit better.
From LGH to Fields the hotel offers a shuttle service, but depends a bit on the availability of the car. Walking is around 10 minutes.
Cheers!
ABC is better and closer. Also has more cars then LG. Both hotels are about 2-3 min with a car 5-8 min walk.
[QUOTE=Burty; 1127935]Ok, I RFF-ed, and it appears the LG is actually the most luxurious option? (Yes, I prefer to bonk luxuriously.)
I was only worried how far it is from the real action. Some people said far, others said not so far.
In terms of minutes walk, assuming that Field Avenue is the correct place to be, how far is that? Or are there actually better places closer by? [/QUOTE]
I finally booked my ticket for April. Can anyone recommend some cheap, safe, hotels close to all the action? I don't think I really care about many other factors else as long as it is cheap, safe, and close to the action.
Thanks!
[QUOTE=Patty Boy; 1131335]I finally booked my ticket for April. Can anyone recommend some cheap, safe, hotels close to all the action? I don't think I really care about many other factors else as long as it is cheap, safe, and close to the action.
Thanks! [/QUOTE]I guess I should also add that I hope it would be relatively clean and things generally in working condition. Internet would be nice as well. So I guess I am looking for something that is not completely run down, but not luxurious either. Maybe "affordable" is the proper word here.
Pacific breeze, with pool, is generally thought to be good value for the money starting at $50 a night.
Swiss Chalet would be cheaper than that. And you can find cheaper still, but I'm not going to suggest a place I've never been to before.
[QUOTE=Patty Boy; 1131335]I finally booked my ticket for April. Can anyone recommend some cheap, safe, hotels close to all the action? I don't think I really care about many other factors else as long as it is cheap, safe, and close to the action.
Thanks! [/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Patty Boy;1131340]I guess I should also add that I hope it would be relatively clean and things generally in working condition. Internet would be nice as well. So I guess I am looking for something that is not completely run down, but not luxurious either. Maybe "affordable" is the proper word here.[/QUOTE]What's your price range? After having stayed there twice in 2011 I can't say enough good things about Pacific Breeze and its staff. Google it and get the info.
[QUOTE=Patty Boy;1131340]I guess I should also add that I hope it would be relatively clean and things generally in working condition. Internet would be nice as well. So I guess I am looking for something that is not completely run down, but not luxurious either. Maybe "affordable" is the proper word here.[/QUOTE]Central Park.
Can anyone recommend a hotel close to the action with either two queen beds or preferrably two bedrooms adjoining. It just makes it a heck of a lot easier to stay organized plus we may be able to pull a switch!
Hi everybody, I have to come in Angeles City for the First time in June, during 4-5 nights.
I hesite with 2 hotels :
[url]http://www.hotelroyalamsterdam.com/[/url] And a Superior Room.
Or
[url]http://www.pacificbreezehotel.com/accommodations.php[/url] And a superior Room.
The pool is not a test.
For me the more important are :
- Clean Room, no smoke smell, and not too old.
So for you what is the better? Thanks.
I looked here too :
[url]http://www.affinitycondoresort.com/[/url]
But I don't know if the housekeeping (cleaning room) is done it every day like a hotel?
I guess everybody can smoke in the room? So there is smell of smoke?
Thank you very much.
[QUOTE=Emenems; 1135720]Hi everybody, I have to come in Angeles City for the First time in June, during 4-5 nights.
I hesite with 2 hotels :
[url]http://www.hotelroyalamsterdam.com/[/url]
And a Superior Room.
Or.
[url]http://www.pacificbreezehotel.com/accommodations.php[/url]
And a superior Room.
The pool is not a test.
For me the more important are :
- Clean Room, no smoke smell, and not too old.
So for you what is the better? Thanks.
I looked here too :
[url]http://www.affinitycondoresort.com/[/url]
But I don't know if the housekeeping (cleaning room) is done it every day like a hotel?
I guess everybody can smoke in the room? So there is smell of smoke?
Thank you very much. [/QUOTE]To Emenems
I like the Pacific Breeze is only a few yr old and great service room is clean, if you stay for more than a week then Affinity condo is a good options, I think you can ask for a non smoking room they are avalible.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Emenems; 1135720]Hi everybody, I have to come in Angeles City for the First time in June, during 4-5 nights.
I hesite with 2 hotels :
[url]http://www.hotelroyalamsterdam.com/[/url]
And a Superior Room.
Or.
[url]http://www.pacificbreezehotel.com/accommodations.php[/url]
And a superior Room.
The pool is not a test.
For me the more important are :
- Clean Room, no smoke smell, and not too old.
So for you what is the better? Thanks.
I looked here too :
[url]http://www.affinitycondoresort.com/[/url]
But I don't know if the housekeeping (cleaning room) is done it every day like a hotel?
I guess everybody can smoke in the room? So there is smell of smoke?
Thank you very much. [/QUOTE]I stay in Royal Amsterdam often when in AC. It is clean, quiet and rooms are modern. It is close to the action in Fields. Staff are friendly. From what I can gather, it is just as good as PB if you discount the pool. If a pool is a requirement, RA has none. .
I love this hotel. It is a 15 minute walk from the central area, which I actually like. So for people who want to be 1 minute from the big bars, it is far away. If you like a shortish walk, it is close.
Just stayed at the Orchid for 4 nights (standard room). The room was plain but very clean with comfortable bed. Bathroom shower small but I can live with that. Staff was ALWAYS very helpful and friendly and it was close and convenient to everything.
This was the only place I stayed in AC and would probably stay again. My only concern is that the water (shower) had somewhat of a bad or pungent smell. I even broke out in a rash (although I cannot confirm it was from this). Any other thoughts or problems about this in Angeles? Obviously, as in Thailand, I drink NOTHING but bottled water.
Never stayed at LG, but I like the location between the Perimter bars, which open earlier, and the Fields bars, which usually are more exciting. How much do you usually pay? I've stayed at America hotel (near the LG) but I would only recommend the better rooms at the back, and they are often fully booked.
To be honest, I've walked from Clarkton all the way to the end of the strip several times. A couple times I was so exhausted with my exploration (and drinking) that I retired early and didn't get to enjoy the most interesting exercise of all at AC, which of course is.
[QUOTE=Cuba Tourist;1135952]I love this hotel. It is a 15 minute walk from the central area, which I actually like. So for people who want to be 1 minute from the big bars, it is far away. If you like a shortish walk, it is close.[/QUOTE]
Who's got the best pool in Angeles? Not much else to do during the day!
[QUOTE=X Man; 1142418]Never stayed at LG, but I like the location between the Perimter bars, which open earlier, and the Fields bars, which usually are more exciting. How much do you usually pay? I've stayed at America hotel (near the LG) but I would only recommend the better rooms at the back, and they are often fully booked.
To be honest, I've walked from Clarkton all the way to the end of the strip several times. A couple times I was so exhausted with my exploration (and drinking) that I retired early and didn't get to enjoy the most interesting exercise of all at AC, which of course is. [/QUOTE]X, most of the rooms at the LGH are in the $60-80 USD range. Membership in some of the local Angeles websites gets you 10% off your room, food, and drinks at the hotel.
[QUOTE=Rubio Tonto;1143483]X, most of the rooms at the LGH are in the $60-80 USD range. Membership in some of the local Angeles websites gets you 10% off your room, food, and drinks at the hotel.[/QUOTE]Could you please let us know which local websites get you the discount?
Wild Orchid has a huge pool and the old fashioned Orchid has a good enough pool.
What do you want your pool to do for you? Do you need to do laps, do you like quiet, would you like to see scantily clad women prancing around in bikinis or underwear. A balcony view?
Every time I ask for specifics, I usually get dissed, but there you go.
Not much else to do in Angeles is incorrect information Steve 420. How much time have you spent in AC?
[QUOTE=Steve420;1142578]Who's got the best pool in Angeles? Not much else to do during the day![/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man; 1143888]Wild Orchid has a huge pool and the old fashioned Orchid has a good enough pool.
What do you want your pool to do for you? Do you need to do laps, do you like quiet, would you like to see scantily clad women prancing around in bikinis or underwear. A balcony view?
Every time I ask for specifics, I usually get dissed, but there you go.
Not much else to do in Angeles is incorrect information Steve 420. How much time have you spent in AC? [/QUOTE]To Xman,
Everyone got their own favorite and I think Wild orchild and LGH have the largest and the best pool in AC, the hotel pool here is no where like the one in Bangkok by standard and I think a nice pool is a must in AC that give me something to do during the day.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=X Man; 1143888]Wild Orchid has a huge pool and the old fashioned Orchid has a good enough pool.
What do you want your pool to do for you? Do you need to do laps, do you like quiet, would you like to see scantily clad women prancing around in bikinis or underwear. A balcony view?
Every time I ask for specifics, I usually get dissed, but there you go.
Not much else to do in Angeles is incorrect information Steve 420. How much time have you spent in AC? [/QUOTE]I've been to AC a few times. Not really sure why that matters? Anyway a few suggestions as to daytime activities in AC are welcomed!
I would have to say Wild Orchid.
Although I don't really like to stay there because somehow I don't think that the rooms are worth a hundred bucks a day.
You can use the pool there anytime even if you are not a guest, just got to pay 500 pesos which goes to your credit while you are there. So its nothing really if you drink or eat something it the 500 pesos is no problem.
The best pool atmosphere I would have to go with ABC.
[QUOTE=Steve420;1142578]Who's got the best pool in Angeles? Not much else to do during the day![/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Transporter; 1144580]I would have to say Wild Orchid.
Although I don't really like to stay there because somehow I don't think that the rooms are worth a hundred bucks a day.
You can use the pool there anytime even if you are not a guest, just got to pay 500 pesos which goes to your credit while you are there. So its nothing really if you drink or eat something it the 500 pesos is no problem.
The best pool atmosphere I would have to go with ABC. [/QUOTE]Just the type of info I'm looking for! Thanks!
[QUOTE=Steve420;1144576]Anyway a few suggestions as to daytime activities in AC are welcomed![/QUOTE]For me, those are the same as the nighttime activities.
[QUOTE=Steve420;1142578]Who's got the best pool in Angeles?[/QUOTE]1. Lewis Grand
2. Clarkton
3. Pacific Beach
[url]http://geomaniahotel.com/[/url]
[url]http://www.holiday-dream-home-angeles.com/index.php[/url]
Anyone tried either of these two places on recent stays to Angeles? I know most of the main accommodations but always looking for something new to try. Your views or info appreciated.
Cheers
Go to my Pinatubo post back in March for one daytime activity.
Why do my questions about pool matter?
Wild Orchid has the biggest pool, but it's all curvy so probably not so good for laps.
[QUOTE=Steve420;1144576]I've been to AC a few times. Not really sure why that matters? Anyway a few suggestions as to daytime activities in AC are welcomed![/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Steve420;1144576]I've been to AC a few times. Not really sure why that matters? Anyway a few suggestions as to daytime activities in AC are welcomed![/QUOTE]Steve420,
The best day time thing to do is sleep rest up and fuck and party all night, having a pool in your hotel isa good thing to have.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1147856]Steve420,
The best day time thing to do is sleep rest up and fuck and party all night, having a pool in your hotel isa good thing to have.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]I agree. It's so hot and humid during the day, why bother. Just walking around you get all sticky and tired.
[QUOTE=Burty; 1127935]Ok, I RFF-ed, and it appears the LG is actually the most luxurious option? (Yes, I prefer to bonk luxuriously.)
I was only worried how far it is from the real action. Some people said far, others said not so far.
In terms of minutes walk, assuming that Field Avenue is the correct place to be, how far is that? Or are there actually better places closer by? [/QUOTE]Location of Lewis Grand Hotel. Look at map below, and it's located on the +
[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=15.1648853&lon=120.5773973&z=15&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]
[QUOTE=X Man; 1131369]Pacific breeze, with pool, is generally thought to be good value for the money starting at $50 a night. [/QUOTE]Location of Pacific Breeze hotel.
[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=15.1664385&lon=120.5878472&z=17&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]
[QUOTE=Mattrick; 1145181]2. Clarkton.[/QUOTE]Location of Clarkton hotel.
[url]http://wikimapia.org/#lat=15.1660554&lon=120.5635035&z=17&l=0&m=b&v=8[/url]
Guys.
I am going to be staying in AC for 4-5 days in July, it is my first ever visit to AC. I need a hotel that won't give me any hassles if I have three women staying overnight in the room, I realise that I will need to pay for additional breakfasts but don't want to get stung for paying extra for two additional guests each night. Any options or advice greatly appreciated, you can PM if you prefer.
Regards.
Mortman
[QUOTE=Mortman; 1161199]Guys.
I am going to be staying in AC for 4-5 days in July, it is my first ever visit to AC. I need a hotel that won't give me any hassles if I have three women staying overnight in the room, I realise that I will need to pay for additional breakfasts but don't want to get stung for paying extra for two additional guests each night. Any options or advice greatly appreciated, you can PM if you prefer.
Regards.
Mortman[/QUOTE]You're going to love this answer: ALL OF THEM. The only hard part is finding one with a large enough bed.
[QUOTE=Mortman; 1161199]Guys.
I am going to be staying in AC for 4-5 days in July, it is my first ever visit to AC. I need a hotel that won't give me any hassles if I have three women staying overnight in the room, I realise that I will need to pay for additional breakfasts but don't want to get stung for paying extra for two additional guests each night. Any options or advice greatly appreciated, you can PM if you prefer.
Regards.
Mortman[/QUOTE]They wake up for breakfast?
[QUOTE=Rob Woodrow; 1161275]
[QUOTE=Mortman; 1161199]Guys.
I am going to be staying in AC for 4-5 days in July, it is my first ever visit to AC. I need a hotel that won't give me any hassles if I have three women staying overnight in the room, I realise that I will need to pay for additional breakfasts but don't want to get stung for paying extra for two additional guests each night. Any options or advice greatly appreciated, you can PM if you prefer.
Regards.
Mortman[/QUOTE]You're going to love this answer: ALL OF THEM. The only hard part is finding one with a large enough bed. [/QUOTE]Not a single AC hotel has cared how many girls I've brought in for the night. On the other hand, none have provided an inclusive breakfast, so you are paying for the pricey breakfast for yourself and each guest. Bring in 3 girls for the night and you are paying for 4 breakfasts in the morning. In a double bed I find one pinay enough; in a queen two girls is plenty, anything after that is cramped.
Thanks for the advice guys. Yes I agree that four people sleeping together in one bed would be uncomfortable but I would like to find a room that has the two queen size beds in one room, many of the hotels in Cebu that I stay in have this kind of set up. That way I can climb into the bed of whichever one takes my fancy.
I am assuming from your replies that breakfasts for two people are not normally included in the price of the hotel which seems at odds with the rest of the Philippines?
I will spend some time reading through the posts over the next week or so to try and identify a well located hotel with pool, but at least you have put my mind at rest. I didn't want to turn up with my three companions and have complaints that the room is only for two people.
[QUOTE=Mortman;1161351]I am assuming from your replies that breakfasts for two people are not normally included in the price of the hotel which seems at odds with the rest of the Philippines?[/QUOTE]Yup breakfast is always a la carte!
[QUOTE=Westcoast1;1161323]Not a single AC hotel has cared how many girls I've brought in for the night. On the other hand, none have provided an inclusive breakfast, so you are paying for the pricey breakfast for yourself and each guest. Bring in 3 girls for the night and you are paying for 4 breakfasts in the morning. In a double bed I find one pinay enough; in a queen two girls is plenty, anything after that is cramped.[/QUOTE]I don't think any hotel in AC has the 2 queen bed set up you are talking about. What I recommend is ABC or LGH which have large enough bed for 4. Take a look at their websites you should be able to see. I have done it few times and its comfortable. As for breakfast, hardly anyone is up for it at AC.
I was at the abc couple of weeks ago, the new pool will be amazing. Just wait for it, some of the rooms in the new building have outdoor jacuzzi that are the size of small private pools, the rooms are larger, and different shapes, the bed will have lights changing colors for ambiance and few other features. Really impressive stuff, I hope its all done by August for my next visit.
[QUOTE=Mc Don;1161444]I don't think any hotel in AC has the 2 queen bed set up you are talking about. What I recommend is ABC or LGH which have large enough bed for 4. Take a look at their websites you should be able to see. I have done it few times and its comfortable. As for breakfast, hardly anyone is up for it at AC.[/QUOTE]Not really true about the breakfast. Girls if they are not leaving by 7-8 am like you to treat them for breakfast.
[QUOTE=Mc Don;1161444]I don't think any hotel in AC has the 2 queen bed set up you are talking about.[/QUOTE]I was referring to one bed, and standard US mattress sizes. In the US there are typically four sizes:
+ Twin size (sometimes called a single, or child, bunk, or bedspacer in phils) at 39x75".
+ Full size (sometimes called a double, which is found at Motel 6 in States, and often in SE Asia) at 54x75". This is the size I was referring to.
+ Queen size at 60x80".
+ King size at 76x80".
There are other sizes in between and larger.
[QUOTE=Mc Don;1161444]As for breakfast, hardly anyone is up for it at AC.[/QUOTE]I don't take bargirls for LT unless they agree to 10am while still in the bar. I specifically like taking them to breakfast at Kok's or in the hotel restraunt. I've only had a few runners total, ever. On the other hand I was chatting a guy at Kok's one afternoon and over ice tea he shared that in his 4 weeks in AC, every single girl had run before sunup (he assumed that it was S. O. P.). Amazing how some of us are having wildly different experiences.
I will be staying in AC in July and am looking at a few hotels in the Perimeter area. I did send some of them some questions and they all seemed to either not understand the questions or not know the hotel. For example, I asked about charges for bringing in 2 girls at once and one hotel said they would charge for a cot and the other said I would have to ask on check-in. WTF? I won't need a cot for my threesome (kind of defeats the purpose) and I don't want to ask on check-in. That is why I sent you the freaking email! Ah, the Filipine business system. On my last trip I stayed at Kokomos and it was adequate. I did not like the fact that my room had no real window and that it was pricey at 1800 PHP but I did like the location and the restaurant (including my 10% discount for staying there) and their Sunday pool parties.
I think on this next trip I will spend more time down in Perimeter. I am lamenting the fact that I never did try the Santos bars when I was at Mo's and being further down Perimeter will make this a little bit more of an effort but it will probably only be once or twice anyway and I would rather be close to my main action which I think will be Perimeter.
I am considering three bars and would appreciate any feedback from former visitors or anyone at least familiar with the hotels.
1. Sunset Garden. The price is good (1290 / day weekly rate). I like the location too as it is not too far from Santos and close to the heart of Perimeter. Does anyone know if they have an entrance on Perimeter or just Malabanas? Their menu on paper does not appeal to me as much as Mo's did and it appears to be a little pricier even without the discount I got at Mo's so this would eat into my 510 savings per day.
2. Perimeter Hotel. Also a good location right above Emotions / Touch of Class in the middle of Perimeter. They do not have much of a website so I could not see their in-house menu. I know that Perimeter / Fields is not that large and it is no trouble walking around to go to restaurants but when I return home or for a breakfast with my friend for the night it is just easier to eat in the hotel or just one or two doors away. Also a good rate at 1200 / night.
3. Blue Boar Inn. The cheapest of the 3 at only 850 / night weekly for an air conditioned room. It is the farthest from Fields but the closest to the Lost in Asia area that I would also like to sample. No pool but that is ok.
So any input? My criteria is I need a comfortable, safe room. It does not have to be fancy by any stretch. It does not even need to be that quiet as I am a pretty sound sleeper. I would like there to be a decent restaurant in house or nearby. I am a burger / steak guy and would not mind some Filipino or Thai food mixed in. I will probably book one of these hotels for a week and then check the other ones out while I am there and possibly change for the second week.
The America Hotel also looks like a good value and location but on my last trip when I mentioned this hotel the two girls I was talking to got very nervous due to the supposed ghosts there. I do like the naive girls so I think I will unfortunately cross that one off of my list of possibilities.
Thanks.
Hana Hotel has a "family" unit for a reasonable price. The room is huge and there are two beds.
[QUOTE=Mortman; 1161351]Thanks for the advice guys. Yes I agree that four people sleeping together in one bed would be uncomfortable but I would like to find a room that has the two queen size beds in one room, many of the hotels in Cebu that I stay in have this kind of set up. That way I can climb into the bed of whichever one takes my fancy.
I am assuming from your replies that breakfasts for two people are not normally included in the price of the hotel which seems at odds with the rest of the Philippines?
I will spend some time reading through the posts over the next week or so to try and identify a well located hotel with pool, but at least you have put my mind at rest. I didn't want to turn up with my three companions and have complaints that the room is only for two people. [/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man;1163894]Hana Hotel has a "family" unit for a reasonable price. The room is huge and there are two beds.[/QUOTE]Thanks XM. Had a look on the internet but would prefer something a little bit more upmarket but not top of the range although it seems like a viable option. I have no doubt that most of the hotels will allow numerous visitors into the rooms once you are checked in, but my concern is more about what will happen if I turn up with my extra guests whilst I am actually in the process of checking in?
[QUOTE=Mortman;1164123]Thanks XM. Had a look on the internet but would prefer something a little bit more upmarket but not top of the range although it seems like a viable option. I have no doubt that most of the hotels will allow numerous visitors into the rooms once you are checked in, but my concern is more about what will happen if I turn up with my extra guests whilst I am actually in the process of checking in?[/QUOTE]I would frankly be amazed. These hotels know where their bread is buttered. Literally no one is in that hotel for any reason other than mongering. This isn't Manila, or Bangkok.
[QUOTE=X Man;1163894]Hana Hotel has a "family" unit for a reasonable price. The room is huge and there are two beds.[/QUOTE]I thought you died. Haven't heard from you for a month or so. Welcome back.
Just spent a week there, my third stay in 2 years.
I still think it is a great hotel to stay in, despite price tag. They have a new wing opening end of next month.
Positives great bathroom, huge beds, lots of towels, X-rated channels on TV, room make-up late afternoon, free courtesy car around town, late check-out.
Negatives, not many, building 1 has no lift, not much fun when on floor 4, restaurant overpriced, some dishes and drinks not very well delivered eg latte's not hot, fresh orange juice 225 peso's!
I always book a double room anywhere I go in the Phils. It means you usually get a big bed, it helps to avoid ANY sort of dispute re an extra visitor, it provides the extra towels, and it gives you 2 breakfasts too. The price differential is usually minimal even in 5 star hotels.
If there is any hassle about an extra person (ie a third one) then just pay the joiner fee and be done with it.
I always think guys who book a single room then insist on having a big bed and extra towels etc are pushing the limits unless the hotel is desperate for business and waives your costs.
Ask yourself how you would feel if you owned the hotel?
It's sort of like rocking up to a sports event with one ticket and expecting your friend to come in with you free. I said "sort of" because your friend is not costing the event anything except lost income. With the guest in the hotel room she is using towels etc that have to be washed.
[QUOTE=Red Kilt; 1164364]I always book a double room anywhere I go in the Phils. It means you usually get a big bed, it helps to avoid ANY sort of dispute re an extra visitor, it provides the extra towels, and it gives you 2 breakfasts too. The price differential is usually minimal even in 5 star hotels.
If there is any hassle about an extra person (ie a third one) then just pay the joiner fee and be done with it.
I always think guys who book a single room then insist on having a big bed and extra towels etc are pushing the limits unless the hotel is desperate for business and waives your costs.
Ask yourself how you would feel if you owned the hotel?
It's sort of like rocking up to a sports event with one ticket and expecting your friend to come in with you free. I said "sort of" because your friend is not costing the event anything except lost income. With the guest in the hotel room she is using towels etc that have to be washed. [/QUOTE]If you are referring to my post RK I think you have missed my point. I only ever stay in double rooms in fact it is news to me that you can even book single rooms and I am not trying to save money or to screw over the hotel. The point I am trying to make is that unless you get a family suite, most rooms are really only bookable for two adults (especially if it has one bed) and I have two extra women in tow for my stay in Angeles City (meaning four adults). If I was to try and book a room for four adults then most hotels would not have a room designed to accomodate four people. Even family suites are designed usually for two adults and a couple of kids. So I am willing to compromise a little on comfort and space, providing the hotel itself does not cause problems if they see me bringing extra guests to stay. If I can get a room and pay up front for four, then I would rather do that then encounter problems as I am checking in. I could pay for two rooms but then that defeats the whole object.
I often wonder how locals get away with sleeping the entire family, plus uncles, aunts, neices and nephews all in one hotel room, not that I am advocating that for myself!............... M
[QUOTE=Mortman; 1164371]If you are referring to my post RK I think you have missed my point. I only ever stay in double rooms in fact it is news to me that you can even book single rooms and I am not trying to save money or to screw over the hotel. The point I am trying to make is that unless you get a family suite, most rooms are really only bookable for two adults (especially if it has one bed) and I have two extra women in tow for my stay in Angeles City (meaning four adults). If I was to try and book a room for four adults then most hotels would not have a room designed to accomodate four people. Even family suites are designed usually for two adults and a couple of kids. So I am willing to compromise a little on comfort and space, providing the hotel itself does not cause problems if they see me bringing extra guests to stay. If I can get a room and pay up front for four, then I would rather do that then encounter problems as I am checking in. I could pay for two rooms but then that defeats the whole object.
I often wonder how locals get away with sleeping the entire family, plus uncles, aunts, neices and nephews all in one hotel room, not that I am advocating that for myself. M[/QUOTE]No Mort. Far from me trying to offer advice to you as I know you are very experienced. It was general advice.
The points that you make are also valid. Just to clear that up. I could PM you but better it is more open here.
Just some extra information. My work involves running seminars/workshops etc for government agencies. When we book hotels in various places (iloilo, Baguio, Davao, Subic etc) it is always possible to get extra beds etc in each room because filipinos like to squeeze as many in as possible. I have seen 5 beds in one room.
I also noted last time I stayed in Parklane in Cebu that I was in a room with 2 queen size beds. Good for 4. I also noticed on another occasion in Davao that my room had a connecting door (family-style room). It might be possible as a compromise to get 2 rooms with free access between both if you cannot get 2 queen size beds.
Beverley Boutique Hotel in Cebu (formerly Eddies) has superior rooms that also have 2 double beds in the room.
I dont know about AC but if these options exist in other places then worth being upfront about asking when you book or book in.
[QUOTE=Red Kilt;1164382]No Mort. Far from me trying to offer advice to you as I know you are very experienced. It was general advice.[/QUOTE]RK am always willing to take advice, I never stop learning and appreciate your efforts to help. AC is uncharted territory for me and although many guys say it won't be a problem bringing extra guests, I suspect that is once you are checked in and have paid for your room. My three companions will be arriving with me at the hotel and that may or may not cause problems. Thanks to the others who have also made suggestions or provided advice. At the moment I am thinking of going for a condo rental as I think this will be less problematic.......M
[QUOTE=Mortman;1164371]The point I am trying to make is that unless you get a family suite, most rooms are really only bookable for two adults (especially if it has one bed) and I have two extra women in tow for my stay in Angeles City (meaning four adults). If I was to try and book a room for four adults then most hotels would not have a room designed to accomodate four people. Even family suites are designed usually for two adults and a couple of kids. So I am willing to compromise a little on comfort and space, providing the hotel itself does not cause problems if they see me bringing extra guests to stay.[/QUOTE]I don't know if this helps on the "comfort and space" part, but the Walkabout does have at least one room that has a double bed, plus bunk beds in the room, so there's room for 4. The price isn't crazy, either.
If you want all 4 in one bed, the ABC hotel has rooms that might work at 5x the price of the Walkabout.
My last two trips were MNL / AC / Subic and there really isn't much to add to the threads on those subjects. I also tended to stick with one gal so hard to post pics as well. THe last gal told me she would "wait" for me. I knew it was bshit, and sure enough her FB page had pics of her sitting on some guys lap at Wild Orchid just a month later. I'm tempted to send the guy a msg and ask for the copies of pictures she didn't post.
July is rainy on Luzon, so I'll probably head to Cebu or Davao. X.
[QUOTE=Slippery;1164180]I thought you died. Haven't heard from you for a month or so. Welcome back.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Mortman;1164395]RK am always willing to take advice, I never stop learning and appreciate your efforts to help. AC is uncharted territory for me and although many guys say it won't be a problem bringing extra guests, I suspect that is once you are checked in and have paid for your room. My three companions will be arriving with me at the hotel and that may or may not cause problems. Thanks to the others who have also made suggestions or provided advice. At the moment I am thinking of going for a condo rental as I think this will be less problematic.......M[/QUOTE]I brought 4 girls home one night to Wild Orchid, no one mentioned a thing. We slept like hamsters though, bed is a bit small. Brought three girls to ABC, bed was fine. The desk girl at the hotel give me the stink eye cause I took her out to dinner the night before, but. Shit happens :P
I am planning on staying in AC for 6 to 12 months and was looking for some advice on long-term rentals.
I want to be as close as possible to the naughty nightlife but I am trying to keep my cost below 20, 000 peso a month. Is that possible? Thank you in advance for the help.
[QUOTE=Edward M; 1163015]I will be staying in AC in July and am looking at a few hotels in the Perimeter area. I did send some of them some questions and they all seemed to either not understand the questions or not know the hotel. For example, I asked about charges for bringing in 2 girls at once and one hotel said they would charge for a cot and the other said I would have to ask on check-in. WTF? I won't need a cot for my threesome (kind of defeats the purpose) and I don't want to ask on check-in. That is why I sent you the freaking email! Ah, the Filipine business system. On my last trip I stayed at Kokomos and it was adequate. I did not like the fact that my room had no real window and that it was pricey at 1800 PHP but I did like the location and the restaurant (including my 10% discount for staying there) and their Sunday pool parties.
I think on this next trip I will spend more time down in Perimeter. I am lamenting the fact that I never did try the Santos bars when I was at Mo's and being further down Perimeter will make this a little bit more of an effort but it will probably only be once or twice anyway and I would rather be close to my main action which I think will be Perimeter.
I am considering three bars and would appreciate any feedback from former visitors or anyone at least familiar with the hotels.
1. Sunset Garden. The price is good (1290 / day weekly rate). I like the location too as it is not too far from Santos and close to the heart of Perimeter. Does anyone know if they have an entrance on Perimeter or just Malabanas? Their menu on paper does not appeal to me as much as Mo's did and it appears to be a little pricier even without the discount I got at Mo's so this would eat into my 510 savings per day.
2. Perimeter Hotel. Also a good location right above Emotions / Touch of Class in the middle of Perimeter. They do not have much of a website so I could not see their in-house menu. I know that Perimeter / Fields is not that large and it is no trouble walking around to go to restaurants but when I return home or for a breakfast with my friend for the night it is just easier to eat in the hotel or just one or two doors away. Also a good rate at 1200 / night.
3. Blue Boar Inn. The cheapest of the 3 at only 850 / night weekly for an air conditioned room. It is the farthest from Fields but the closest to the Lost in Asia area that I would also like to sample. No pool but that is ok.
The America Hotel also looks like a good value and location but on my last trip when I mentioned this hotel the two girls I was talking to got very nervous due to the supposed ghosts there. I do like the naive girls so I think I will unfortunately cross that one off of my list of possibilities.
Thanks. [/QUOTE]Asking questions like that one will get you no where. I am sure they understood but were embarrassed to answer. Of the 4 hotels you mentioned, Sunset Garden is the best by far. I have stayed there many times: excellent value, and yes, there is no entrance on Perimeter, only on Malabanas.
Sunset Garden has a great pool, an above average restaurant, clean rooms, and walang problema with the threesomes; just make sure the girls have their bar Id's with them. If you want to go to LIA, catch the yellow jeep across from Petron Gas Station: 7 pesos. Just tell the driver to let you off at the Clarkton Hotel (LIA is next door) , or keep an eye out for the Clarkton and yell "para" (stop) when you see it.
[QUOTE=Docwiltro; 1166021]Asking questions like that one will get you no where. I am sure they understood but were embarrassed to answer. Of the 4 hotels you mentioned, Sunset Garden is the best by far. I have stayed there many times: excellent value, and yes, there is no entrance on Perimeter, only on Malabanas.
Sunset Garden has a great pool, an above average restaurant, clean rooms, and walang problema with the threesomes; just make sure the girls have their bar I'd's with them. If you want to go to LIA, catch the yellow jeep across from Petron Gas Station: 7 pesos. Just tell the driver to let you off at the Clarkton Hotel (LIA is next door) , or keep an eye out for the Clarkton and yell "para" (stop) when you see it. [/QUOTE]Thanks for the feedback Doc. I assume in June / July any hotel should have vacancy but I am leary about showing up with no reservation anywhere. What do you think about that?
I did find Perimeter's menu.
[url]http://angelesbarsemotionstoc.wordpress.com/angeles-city-emotions-restauarnt/[/url]
And it looks good to me with burgers, steak sandwiches for between 150 and 200 pesos but emails to them bounce.
Based on your input I will most likely reserve a week at Sunset Garden and then personally check out the other places for a possible move the second week.
[QUOTE=Edward M;1166057]Thanks for the feedback Doc. I assume in June / July any hotel should have vacancy but I am leary about showing up with no reservation anywhere. What do you think about that?[/QUOTE]Showing up to A. C. Without hotel reservations in hand is risky. Sunset Garden is most always booked since it is quite popular. Some weeks (irrespective of the time of year) it is difficult to find vacancies upon arrival. For me, the last thing I want is to be scurrying around looking for a place to stay. You could find yourself moving around from hotel to hotel every couple of days for your entire trip: too much of a hassle for me.
[QUOTE=Docwiltro;1166319]Showing up to A. C. Without hotel reservations in hand is risky. Sunset Garden is most always booked since it is quite popular. Some weeks (irrespective of the time of year) it is difficult to find vacancies upon arrival. For me, the last thing I want is to be scurrying around looking for a place to stay. You could find yourself moving around from hotel to hotel every couple of days for your entire trip: too much of a hassle for me.[/QUOTE]Took Doc's advice and reserved over the phone just for one night before I left Makati, but extended this morning as I had a regular come to me quite late. She had her two cousins in tow so definitely no problem with multiple guests. As Doc said, pool & food are good, also bed (king) is comfortable (just sheets provided however) , AC is fine; and also on the plus side they confirmed all was ok when each of my guests left today, which I like. On the negative, the rooms are a bit low end, more 1 star than 2 but about 36 sq M +, walk in shower (a little grotty, but ok) , no real external windows in the room I was in, and dismal lighting with a central incandescent and an over sink fluorescent. As I need to get 6. 8 hours work done per day, I was not fully comfortable with the set up. Also staff forgot to clean / refresh room today and I was told when I got back it was too late? They had all gone home and it took them an hour then to bring fresh towels. There is a no smoking policy it seems, and oddly a note that plugging in guest electrical items is prohibited? (ignored that one). All in all it is good value if you are happy with the room and are booking for a term. 1,290 I think the weekly rate, you might even do better as a repeat. It is what it is for 30 or 35 US per night. Everything you need is close enough near, and staff are more than helpful (on everything but cleaning the room it seems). Met a few long term guests here when I arrived, and they were also very helpful as it is my first time here (though I think AC is somewhat self explanatory after reading the forum). Did not try the wifi as I am using a smart bro stick. Excellent value BTW. Was 1, 245 to buy with five days free, and so far 50 php per day for unlimited, has been handy to have for travelling down time as this is my second time in phils since June. Will try PB or the like tomorrow depending.
This is good info and especially true on weekends. I think some expats who live / work in MNL head to Angeles or Subic on their weekends. X.
[QUOTE=Docwiltro;1166319]Showing up to A. C. Without hotel reservations in hand is risky. Sunset Garden is most always booked since it is quite popular. Some weeks (irrespective of the time of year) it is difficult to find vacancies upon arrival. For me, the last thing I want is to be scurrying around looking for a place to stay. You could find yourself moving around from hotel to hotel every couple of days for your entire trip: too much of a hassle for me.[/QUOTE]
After staying at both hotels I have to say Lewis Grand hotel far exceeds Angeles Beach Club. If you really want that bordello feel than obviously you have to go with ABC. But for half the price I am much happier with Lewis Grand than when I stayed at ABC. Even if I take away all the problems like pipe breaking and needing to switch rooms at 3AM, getting charged for a condom while my non working girlfriend was checking out with me and knowing for sure I didn't use it with any girls and her knowing I didn't use it with her, I was not very happy about that. They need to keep better stock lists. The place has moldy type smells that change all over. The prices are way too high, room, food, spa, helicopter, everything is out of line with the area. The only thing I felt was better was the employees, except for their inability to handle a problem situation. They were so friendly and all remembered my name. The food at the LGH is 1/3 or less and is much much better, I just had the best calamari in my life this morning for like $5. Internet is consistent at LGH where at ABC it only worked for first hour. At 85$ compared to $150 I think LGH is the obvious choice. I would suggest anyone give it a shot for one night, and if wanting something cheaper check out the food. I can't wait to try the next thing, everything so far has been delicious. I don't really like ABCs decoration style, love the bathrooms there but everything else is a little ghetto to me. But if you take that away still with all the minor problems and the much higher rates the decision would still be LGH. I only wish they could get some of the front desk girls and door men because they were some of the best I've seen, two in particular I would hire for my company in a second. I will be offering one a job before I leave.
[QUOTE=Docwiltro;1166021]. Sunset Garden is the best by far. I have stayed there many times: excellent value, and yes, there is no entrance on Perimeter, only on Malabanas.[/QUOTE]Been there maybe a year ago. Maybe just isolated incidence but the floor was still very sandy after cleaning. Do they now accept credit cards?
[QUOTE=Docwiltro;1166021]Sunset Garden has a great pool.[/QUOTE]I agree. Closest to real swimming pool not just soaking your bones.
Germans favor this hotel if it has any meaning to anyone.
I am staying at the Sunset Garden at the moment my first time in AC. I think all the rooms face out onto the main road and it is certainly the nosiest hotel I have ever stayed in, the traffic and motorcycles often sound like they are in the room themselves. Room service is efficient but the hotel towels are threadbare and badly stained. Room itself is a bit tired but clean and functional.
Food is of a good standard and as reported before the pool is large and good enough to swim properly. There is a gym though it has seen better days and it lacks cardio machines. But if you are into weights and need something to tide you over for a few days it will probably be ok. Staff are very friendly and helpful.
No wifi in the rooms but the bar and restaraunt area has good wireless connectivity which is free for guests of the hotel.
On my first night there it was a bit surreal walking up the steps to the first floor to be greeted by bats, whizzing up and down the corridoor (which is open air) hunting for their nightly meal of insects. Have never experienced that in a hotel before!
This morning we were having breakfast and the largest rat I have ever seen (I swear to God) ambled across the courtyard by the pool as if it was taking a leisurely stroll. I called out to the waitresses and pointed out the rat as it disappeared around the wall by the pool table. The waitress came to my table and told me that it was a small rat and they get much bigger than that. Obviously the UK rats are much smaller than their cousins in the Philippines.
I like the location of the hotel, close enough to walk to Fields and also a very short walk to the other bars in Perimeter Road. I was beginning to have second thoughts about coming here as a few friends had warned me about robberies of foreigners especially along Perimeter Road at night. As I was flying over from Cebu I met a nice American guy and his wife on the plane. He added to my worries when he told me he had been robbed at gunpoint across from my hotel one night, but I decided not to let this spoil my trip and I just decided to remain alert at all times. Walked back late last without any problems, but with my senses fully alert.
I am paying 2100 for a family room, but there are cheaper options available if you stay longer and also if you take a double room. Would I stay here again? To be honest I am undecided, I like some of the hotel's qualities but I am finding it hard to get any sleep with the constant noise of traffic in the room at night. I may consider paying more and getting a room elsewhere that is not so noisy and more modern. Since I am only here for three nights it will do me for now.
[QUOTE=Mortman;1179630]I am staying at the Sunset Garden at the moment my first time in AC. I think all the rooms face out onto the main road and it is certainly the nosiest hotel I have ever stayed in, the traffic and motorcycles often sound like they are in the room themselves.[/QUOTE]You are obviously staying on the Perimeter Road. Side of the hotel; when I stay there, I get there early in the afternoon and ask for a room on the Malabanias Road. Side of the hotel which is not nearly as noisy. I only once had to take a room on the Perimeter Road. Side, and even though it was very noisy (as you stated) , I got used to it after a couple of days and didn't transfer to another room.
However, I must say I have never seen either a rat or a bat in the many years I've been staying there. As you said, the hotel itself is quite clean despite being an aged facility. Overall, I think for the price for a standard room p1, 180 (discounted for staying at least a week) is good value. The place is not perfect, but you are not going to get much better in the Phils unless you choose a more upscale hotel.
[QUOTE=Docwiltro; 1179688]You are obviously staying on the Perimeter Road. Side of the hotel; when I stay there, I get there early in the afternoon and ask for a room on the Malabanias Road. Side of the hotel which is not nearly as noisy. I only once had to take a room on the Perimeter Road. Side, and even though it was very noisy (as you stated) , I got used to it after a couple of days and didn't transfer to another room.
However, I must say I have never seen either a rat or a bat in the many years I've been staying there. As you said, the hotel itself is quite clean despite being an aged facility. Overall, I think for the price for a standard room p1, 180 (discounted for staying at least a week) is good value. The place is not perfect, but you are not going to get much better in the Phils unless you choose a more upscale hotel.[/QUOTE]Hi Docwiltro.
My room is on the Malabanias side (I didn't know the name of it until I saw your post) situated on the right of the pool as you view it from the open air restaraunt. I still find it very very noisy (I am on the upper floor) but am only here for one more night so will just live with it for now. It is the mororbikes that seem to be the worst culprits and the noise seems to echo through the room every time they pass by.
Actually the rat doesn't bother me at all, I have seen them at much more up scale establishments, I just commented on it because it was so funny how it didn't scurry away, but just took its time without any hurry at all. As for the bats, well I don't think that is any reflection on the cleanliness of the hotel, I just thought it was amazing to see these creatures in such close proximity. In fact when we returned to the room on the very first night, there was a bat taking a rest from its nights foray and it was hanging upside down on the ceiling not far from the room. People would pay good money to see a sight like that at close hand!
[QUOTE=Mortman;1179630]There is a gym[/QUOTE]Do you remember where the gym was? When I was there I never noticed it.
[QUOTE=Edward M;1179796]Do you remember where the gym was? When I was there I never noticed it.[/QUOTE]It is situated on the ground floor at the opposite end to the restaraunt, next to room number 11
[QUOTE=Mortman;1180041]It is situated on the ground floor at the opposite end to the restaraunt, next to room number 11[/QUOTE]Is that the end of the restaurant closer to Malabanas or Perimeter?
[QUOTE=Edward M;1180171]Is that the end of the restaurant closer to Malabanas or Perimeter?[/QUOTE]Good God EM do you want me to draw you a map?
When I said at the opposite end to the restaurant, I mean the part of the complex where the two sides of the buildings converge into a narrower point, the part that faces onto the Caltrex Gasoline Station. Just ask reception next time you are there!
Morty, I always enjoy your posts.
Back in 1980, my first trip to Philppines in Olongapo city courtesy of USN, I was spending the night with a gal who had a pretty nice place. Knowing what I know now, she had a sponsor or two. It was a large studio with the bed area (her office?) seperated from the dining area by some light curtains. Anyway, I wake up to some noise. I notice a big rate lounging on the kitchen counter in the dim light.
I woke up the girl and I think I suggested throwing something at it. Her response,"don't scare it, it might break some dishes." It was probably me she thought would break the dishes, but I was pretty freaked out. She went back to sleep. X.
[QUOTE=Mortman; 1179630]I am staying at the Sunset Garden at the moment my first time in AC. I think all the rooms face out onto the main road and it is certainly the nosiest hotel I have ever stayed in, the traffic and motorcycles often sound like they are in the room themselves. Room service is efficient but the hotel towels are threadbare and badly stained. Room itself is a bit tired but clean and functional.
Food is of a good standard and as reported before the pool is large and good enough to swim properly. There is a gym though it has seen better days and it lacks cardio machines. But if you are into weights and need something to tide you over for a few days it will probably be ok. Staff are very friendly and helpful.
No wifi in the rooms but the bar and restaraunt area has good wireless connectivity which is free for guests of the hotel.
On my first night there it was a bit surreal walking up the steps to the first floor to be greeted by bats, whizzing up and down the corridoor (which is open air) hunting for their nightly meal of insects. Have never experienced that in a hotel before!
This morning we were having breakfast and the largest rat I have ever seen (I swear to God) ambled across the courtyard by the pool as if it was taking a leisurely stroll. I called out to the waitresses and pointed out the rat as it disappeared around the wall by the pool table. The waitress came to my table and told me that it was a small rat and they get much bigger than that. Obviously the UK rats are much smaller than their cousins in the Philippines.
I like the location of the hotel, close enough to walk to Fields and also a very short walk to the other bars in Perimeter Road. I was beginning to have second thoughts about coming here as a few friends had warned me about robberies of foreigners especially along Perimeter Road at night. As I was flying over from Cebu I met a nice American guy and his wife on the plane. He added to my worries when he told me he had been robbed at gunpoint across from my hotel one night, but I decided not to let this spoil my trip and I just decided to remain alert at all times. Walked back late last without any problems, but with my senses fully alert.
I am paying 2100 for a family room, but there are cheaper options available if you stay longer and also if you take a double room. Would I stay here again? To be honest I am undecided, I like some of the hotel's qualities but I am finding it hard to get any sleep with the constant noise of traffic in the room at night. I may consider paying more and getting a room elsewhere that is not so noisy and more modern. Since I am only here for three nights it will do me for now.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Mortman; 1180604]Good God them do you want me to draw you a map?
When I said at the opposite end to the restaurant, I mean the part of the complex where the two sides of the buildings converge into a narrower point, the part that faces onto the Caltrex Gasoline Station. Just ask reception next time you are there![/QUOTE]This made me laugh Mort.
Ed must have missed your reference to Room 11.
In my experience if I could find Rooms 8, 9 and 10 then probably Room 11 (and the gym) would be in close proximity.
No wonder some mongers complain at our banal chit chat.
I have been trying to get responses to my 3-4 emails re bookings, no luck. I have rang them twice (front desk?) and was told they will talk with office, no luck. I have sent them a fax and the line is busy. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.
I think they need to get their act together as this is not a way to do business, especially a hotel, If someone knows the boss please tell him to give staff a wake up call.
[QUOTE=Apeman 28; 1195666]I have been trying to get responses to my 3-4 emails re bookings, no luck. I have rang them twice (front desk?) and was told they will talk with office, no luck. I have sent them a fax and the line is busy. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.
I think they need to get their act together as this is not a way to do business, especially a hotel, If someone knows the boss please tell him to give staff a wake up call.[/QUOTE]Welcome to trying to do something sooooo simple in the Philippines. I do my major bookings through Agoda. Com and have never experienced a problem. Don't count on the boss. He probably doesn't give a shit either.
[QUOTE=Apeman 28; 1195666]I have been trying to get responses to my 3-4 emails re bookings, no luck. I have rang them twice (front desk?) and was told they will talk with office, no luck. I have sent them a fax and the line is busy. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.
I think they need to get their act together as this is not a way to do business, especially a hotel, If someone knows the boss please tell him to give staff a wake up call.[/QUOTE]I'm glad to know that I'm not the only one. I tried to book a room at the Sunset over a four-week time period using their on-line reservation website and sending e-mails. In four-weeks, I sent five reservation inquiries without a response. I finally gave up last week and made reservation at another hotel. Last night, I got a response from Sunset that my reservation has been "confirmed." I advised them to cancel my reservation since they had been so late in getting back to me that I found accommodation elsewhere. After this experience, I'm not sure that I'd feel comfortable staying there if that's the way they operate their business or there's something else going on there that has made guest reservations a low priority. I would be fearful of staying at a hotel that has guest reservations as a low priority.
[QUOTE=Yujin;1196029]I'm glad to know that I'm not the only one. I tried to book a room at the Sunset over a four-week time period using their on-line reservation website and sending e-mails. In four-weeks, I sent five reservation inquiries without a response. I finally gave up last week and made reservation at another hotel. Last night, I got a response from Sunset that my reservation has been "confirmed." I advised them to cancel my reservation since they had been so late in getting back to me that I found accommodation elsewhere. After this experience, I'm not sure that I'd feel comfortable staying there if that's the way they operate their business or there's something else going on there that has made guest reservations a low priority. I would be fearful of staying at a hotel that has guest reservations as a low priority.[/QUOTE]Shit I get a email reply on a Saturday, I am still in shock. I recall the first time I booked with Sunset I fronted up and they did not have a room for me despite having a booking. I then started staying at the Walkabout and their communication was excellent, I just wished they had a bigger pool, So have stayed at Sunset my last 2 trips. What is wrong with these people, it aint hard work nor rocket science to answer a fucking email.
On my previous trip to AC I stayed at the Savannah. I reserved the room under a pseudonym using a pre-paid credit card (aka gift card) number, then paid cash in advance for my entire stay on arrival. They never asked for ID of any kind (a printout of my reservation confirmation was sufficient) , thus there is no record of me ever staying in AC. I kind of like that, given that there is pretty much only one reason why a middle aged man would go to AC, and the ease at which supposedly "private" information can end up public at some point through error or malice.
However, the one thing I did not like about the Savannah was the location. While it was not absurdly far from fields, it certainly was not what I would call close. It was walkable in the daytime, but I would not walk at night due to the sketchiness of Perimeter in general.
So, are any of the hotels closer to the action pseudonym friendly? I was hoping to try the Pacific Breeze or another such hotel with a decent pool.
Anybody have any info on Kokomo's hotel? Their website advertised large bedside mirror, disco lights in the room, and dance table (maybe with stripper pole). I see in movies they have kama sutra suites where there's water bed, vibrating bed, red ambient lights, mirror on ceilings. Haven't seen anything like that in real life, so this kokomos is the closest thing. I want to be a rock star / porn star for couple days.
I read every post in this thread and didn't see anything on Kokomos. Seems like Pacific Breeze is the recommendation from what I read in terms of price, service, room quality and location.
[QUOTE=Apeman 28; 1195666]I have been trying to get responses to my 3-4 emails re bookings, no luck. I have rang them twice (front desk?) and was told they will talk with office, no luck. I have sent them a fax and the line is busy. Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.
I think they need to get their act together as this is not a way to do business, especially a hotel, If someone knows the boss please tell him to give staff a wake up call.[/QUOTE]I was told that because of the traffic on Malabanias Road. They many times cannot hear phone conversations. That might be bull, but that was what I was told. Now, I use e-mail only: [email]info@sunsetgarden.com[/email] About that gym, it really isn't worth finding IMO. Also, I think the hotel is now under new management. My next trip is in November. I'll submit an update after Thanksgiving.
[QUOTE=SdeVan; 1197933]Anybody have any info on Kokomo's hotel? Their website advertised large bedside mirror, disco lights in the room, and dance table (maybe with stripper pole). I see in movies they have kama sutra suites where there's water bed, vibrating bed, red ambient lights, mirror on ceilings. Haven't seen anything like that in real life, so this kokomos is the closest thing. I want to be a rock star / porn star for couple days.
I read every post in this thread and didn't see anything on Kokomos. Seems like Pacific Breeze is the recommendation from what I read in terms of price, service, room quality and location.[/QUOTE]I have stayed in Kokomo's and those features are NOT in their standard room but from the site it looks like at some of those features are in their superior rooms which are only slightly more expensive. The main advantage about Mo's is their location in the center of Fields. They also have a good pool, great pool parties, and a popular mediocre albeit expensive restaurant.
[QUOTE=Docwiltro;1197960]I was told that because of the traffic on Malabanias Road. They many times cannot hear phone conversations. That might be bull, but that was what I was told. Now, I use e-mail only: [email]info@sunsetgarden.com[/email] About that gym, it really isn't worth finding IMO. Also, I think the hotel is now under new management. My next trip is in November. I'll submit an update after Thanksgiving.[/QUOTE]My main complaint about Sunset Garden has got to be the street noise. I stayed on the Malabanas side. I wonder if it is worse on the Perimeter side.
I'm travelling around Asia for a few months and am thinking of dropping in to AC for my first visit there towards end of October. After reading some reports in this thread I've narrowed my choices to Lewis Grand and ABC.
Submitted an availability check / enquiry on the Lewis Grand website but haven't heard from anyone in days (except for an automated email saying someone will contact me).
Anyone know if ABC is better or as good than the Lewis Grand?
[QUOTE=DrPecker; 1198084]I'm travelling around Asia for a few months and am thinking of dropping in to AC for my first visit there towards end of October. After reading some reports in this thread I've narrowed my choices to Lewis Grand and ABC.Anyone know if ABC is better or as good than the Lewis Grand?[/QUOTE]ABC pros:
*ABC is a very good hotel geared totally to the punter's needs.
*Rooms are large.
*Bathrooms spotless.
*The staff is remarkably friendly and helpful.
*The pool girls are a treat.
*The location is perfect for Fields.
*The Hotel is very responsive to reservation inquiries or anything else.
ABC cons:
*It is expensive.
*The pool. While it looks good in the pictures, it is actually not that good IMHO. It is kind of small and being surrounded on all sides by the hotel feels hemmed in. There is very little direct sun in this pool area.
*The restaurant is adequate at best yet very expensive.
Lewis pros:
*Lewis Grand is a very good hotel.
*The rooms while not as ornate as ABC are comfortable and clean.
*Lewis is a little less expensive.
*Their pool is great!
*The Avenue Restaurant is better than the one at ABC.
Lewis cons:
*Location is not as good as ABC. I would not recommend walking from the Fields bars back to the hotel at night. In fact the Lewis is kind of isolated out there on Perimeter if you ask me.
*The hotel is not 100% geared towards punters the way ABC is.
*Lewis hotel a little less responsive to requests than ABC.
So the 64 million peso question: where do I stay when I am in AC? I have stayed at ABC and Lewis on different trips and I like them both. I like the Lewis Pool. I like ABC's location and atmosphere. That is what stands out in my mind. One other high end hotel to consider is the Wild Orchid. The Wild Orchid is a little cheaper than ABC or Lewis, has a great pool, and is closer to the action than the Lewis. The rooms are not quite as good however, but still very acceptable. So my recommendation is probably to stay at ABC for your cherry trip to AC although I know you will have a good time staying at any one of the hotels I mentioned above.
[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo;1198103]So my recommendation is probably to stay at ABC for your cherry trip to AC although I know you will have a good time staying at any one of the hotels I mentioned above.[/QUOTE]Awesome thanks for posting that. I'll plug my dates into the ABC enquiry form hopefully they'll have one of their 'fiesta' rooms available.
[QUOTE=SdeVan; 1197933]Anybody have any info on Kokomo's hotel? Their website advertised large bedside mirror, disco lights in the room, and dance table (maybe with stripper pole). I see in movies they have kama sutra suites where there's water bed, vibrating bed, red ambient lights, mirror on ceilings. Haven't seen anything like that in real life, so this kokomos is the closest thing. I want to be a rock star / porn star for couple days.
I read every post in this thread and didn't see anything on Kokomos. Seems like Pacific Breeze is the recommendation from what I read in terms of price, service, room quality and location.[/QUOTE]What are you looking for in a hotel in regards to price, quality, amenities and such? These two hotels aren't in the same league so it's hard to decipher what you are looking for. If you are staying for awhile, just book one that seems to fit your desires, and change it if you want later when you see it in person and stop stressing it. If you book Pacific Breeze, I doubt you're going to be disappointed with staying there. I think there is a lot higher chance, you won't like staying at Kokomo's though but I'm not going to bother detailing why. It all depends on how much you want to spend and what's important to you.
The rooms I saw are kind of cool / freaky / whatever. Many don't have windows, which is a deal killer for me. If you expect to swim for exercise, it isn't a good pool. It is a good pool if you need a quick dip to cool off or enjoy a pool show. I met a buddy there and the three girls (in the first part of the pool party) were average, we walked over to the Wild Orchid pool and they had a full on multi bar party that was. Interesting. Pictures were included a while back.
Another feature is that there is a nearby bar / go / go which has girls who will wander out to the pool on their break time.
My friend was a kokomo regular, so maybe that explains a few things, but we were able to get a very good deal for a Mt. Pinatubo excursion. Some travel professionals will work hard with other travel professionals to get you a group and a good price. Kokomos is one of those places. And I do agree with Edward that the food is. Umm, mediocre.
[QUOTE=Edward M;1198052]I have stayed in Kokomo's and those features are NOT in their standard room but from the site it looks like at some of those features are in their superior rooms which are only slightly more expensive. The main advantage about Mo's is their location in the center of Fields. They also have a good pool, great pool parties, and a popular mediocre albeit expensive restaurant.[/QUOTE]
I am planning on traveling to the PI in the future, April or May, for many reasons. I have a question for those who now live in or around the area of Angeles City and Subic Bay. I am interested in studying Tai Chi and or other styles of Martial Arts. Are there any schools, instructors or classes in or around there? Thanks for any info.
I too am likely going to stay at ABC. Mostly because of the rooms atmosphere. They are pricey but close and luxurious. And I really enjoy having a jacuzzi in my room, and the atmosphere lighting really blows me away. Thanks everyone for all the information and advice. Ya'll are so cool. What a great Forum. Thank You Everyone.
[QUOTE=JohnnyO52; 1199582]I am planning on traveling to the PI in the future, April or May, for many reasons. I have a question for those who now live in or around the area of Angeles City and Subic Bay. I am interested in studying Tai Chi and or other styles of Martial Arts. Are there any schools, instructors or classes in or around there? Thanks for any info.
I too am likely going to stay at ABC. Mostly because of the rooms atmosphere. They are pricey but close and luxurious. And I really enjoy having a jacuzzi in my room, and the atmosphere lighting really blows me away. Thanks everyone for all the information and advice. Ya'll are so cool. What a great Forum. Thank You Everyone.[/QUOTE]If you are looking for apartment style try Field Plaza also owned by ABC. With the kitchen in the apartments the added benefit if you are there long term you can get to know a few pinays and they can come cook you a home cooked meal at times ;) I have used FP apartments on a few occasions and enjoyed access to both facilities as an FP resident you can access ABC for the pool, gym, etc. Free transportation between both places, to SM mall, etc.
[QUOTE=Lopkx;1199697]If you are looking for apartment style try Field Plaza also owned by ABC. With the kitchen in the apartments the added benefit if you are there long term you can get to know a few pinays and they can come cook you a home cooked meal at times ;) I have used FP apartments on a few occasions and enjoyed access to both facilities as an FP resident you can access ABC for the pool, gym, etc. Free transportation between both places, to SM mall, etc.[/QUOTE]Thankx Lopkx, I will definitely check it out.
[QUOTE=JohnnyO52;1199582]I too am likely going to stay at ABC. Mostly because of the rooms atmosphere. They are pricey but close and luxurious. And I really enjoy having a jacuzzi in my room, and the atmosphere lighting really blows me away.[/QUOTE]Just take some chlorine tablets to disinfect the jacuzzi water. Water quality is suspect in Phil besides you do not know how many people left their cling on germs there.
[QUOTE=Sammon;1199888]Just take some chlorine tablets to disinfect the jacuzzi water. Water quality is suspect in Phil besides you do not know how many people left their cling on germs there.[/QUOTE]I actually bring a camping water filter as well, just in case I need a drink and don't feel like paying vodka prices for minibar water.
Any suggestions?
Thanks
Wild Orchid has mirrors.
[QUOTE=Five10; 1202004]Any suggestions?
Thanks[/QUOTE]
PB:
Recently got back from a short stay at the Pacific Breeze hotel, so thought I would post a detailed review.
Flew into Manila shortly after a typhoon flooded parts of the city. I was worried that the Pacific Breeze driver either would not be able to make it to the airport, or that we would be stuck there unable to leave, but everything was fine. I was one of the first 10 people through customs and the driver was there waiting and recognized me from the description I sent the hotel previously. The route we took had no flooding, and I was in Angeles City 1 hour and 45 minutes after exiting the airport.
Check in was a breeze, and I was in my "Poolside Jacuzzi" room 5 minutes later, and out bar-hopping after a quick shower. Will post details in the Angeles City thread. Anyway, on to the hotel review.
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The Good Stuff.
The Pacific Breeze had the most reliable internet access I have ever had in the Philippines. I never once had to break out the SmartBro. Big improvement over the experience I had at the Savannah, where I never got the hotel internet working. This is the only hotel aside from the Dusit Thani in Makati where I felt I could actually get work done. Seriously considering a telecumuting trip soon ;)
Nice Jacuzzi, perfect size for one burly westerner and a tiny Filipina (possibly two). They even provide candles for the romantic touch. Unlike the Savannah, the Jacuzzi is in the bedroom vs. The bathroom. I was concerned about this at first, but I must admit it was very convenient when my girl said she was ready to play and 10 seconds later I tossed her on the bed.
Absolutely fantastic staff. They never turned down a request, and I am sure my "busy schedule" tested them to their limits. Even the front desk staff helped make up my room when I asked for a cleanup after the housekeepers had left for the day, and I am pretty sure the doorman had an unprompted talk with a street hawker who kept annoying me as the problem went away after he witnessed it a couple times. I tipped them all when I left, as they deserved it.
Location, location, location. Walk out the door, turn right at Santos, walk a block and you are on fields. However, it is just far enough away to escape the noise. Only downside here is that it might be too close, as you walk past many of the same bars and girls that you saw on previous days, even though you may be looking for someone different today.
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The So So.
Food was decent, but not great. I only had breakfast and a couple afternoon appetizers, and the quality was about what I would expect from a restaurant attached to mid-range business hotel. Tasty but far from fine dining. The only real good meal I had in AC was at the Angeles Beach Club (was walking by while hungry) where I got the Sunday lunch special for 500 pesos and I was blown away by the quality and presentation they provided for that price (carpaccio appetizer, sliced steak on a bed of sauteed onions and roasted potatoes for the main course, etc.). I wish I had brought my camera to the ABC restaurant. No point in taking a picture of the Pacific Breeze presentation, nothing special there.
Hot water was slow in the morning. Be prepared to wait up to 5 minutes before you get something you can shower or fill the Jacuzzi with. However, once it started flowing it was hot and stayed that way.
Like many hotels in AC, they don't provide much in the way of free toiletries. A couple tiny bars of soap is about it, no shampoo, conditioner, body wash or even wash cloths. Be prepared to either bring your own, buy their "mini-bar toiletries" or better yet just run to SM and stock up in the morning while most of the bars are closed. No laundry bags either.
The bed was just ok. Not uncomfortable, but not super comfy either. That's the one thing I really missed about the Savannah, the bed there was fantastic.
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The Truly Disappointing.
The only serious issue for me was the lighting. The small framed glass door leading to the balcony provided the only natural light in the room. No other windows at all. And while the violet room lighting makes for a nice romantic effect, it is horrible for pictures or video. The only pics of mine that turned out good were taken with the flash, and the two girl video I took (with advance permission of course) is barely watchable. This is the only thing that would make me seriously consider another hotel on my next visit; I need better windows or I need to lug along some artificial lighting.
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Final Recommendation
If lots of natural light is not a concern of yours, then I would highly recommend the Pacific Breeze. I had a wonderful stay even though my attempt at a good girl-girl video was foiled. If natural light is a must for you, consider the Savannah as it had nice wide windows (that's the only other AC hotel I have stayed at).
Nice detailed review. One thing I would recommend is checking the internet connection right after you check in. I flew into Clark and got in around 11PM so after I checked in, I showered and hit the bars. It wasn't until the next day that I discovered that the internet did not work in my room. It was a real pain repacking my things and moving to another room.
First time I had a problem there but Pacific Breeze is still my hotel of choice when staying in AC.
[QUOTE=Ungus; 1203036]Nice detailed review. One thing I would recommend is checking the internet connection right after you check in. I flew into Clark and got in around 11PM so after I checked in, I showered and hit the bars. It wasn't until the next day that I discovered that the internet did not work in my room. It was a real pain repacking my things and moving to another room.
First time I had a problem there but Pacific Breeze is still my hotel of choice when staying in AC.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the heads up. I did not check the internet until the morning after my arrival, but it worked fine.
One more thing to add: the power sockets at the desk are the US / Japan compatible two-prong variety (220 V though I believe, so check your equipment before plugging it in to make sure it doesn't get fried). Fortunately I am well equipped for plugging many holes ;) and had the appropriate adapter. Folks traveling from the US should bring an adapter if they have laptops that require a grounded outlet. There was one 3-prong grounded outlet in the room, but it was at the small side table well away from the ethernet port. Also, there was no ethernet cable in the room, but I heard they provide one on request (I brought my own).
Thanks for the info on PB, I will be staying there and in real need of distractions to regain sanity LOL.
Niko.
[QUOTE=Irony Monger; 1203187]Thanks for the heads up. I did not check the internet until the morning after my arrival, but it worked fine.
One more thing to add: the power sockets at the desk are the US / Japan compatible two-prong variety (220 V though I believe, so check your equipment before plugging it in to make sure it doesn't get fried). Fortunately I am well equipped for plugging many holes. And had the appropriate adapter. Folks traveling from the US should bring an adapter if they have laptops that require a grounded outlet. There was one 3-prong grounded outlet in the room, but it was at the small side table well away from the ethernet port. Also, there was no ethernet cable in the room, but I heard they provide one on request (I brought my own).[/QUOTE]
I'm surprised at the reports that go up from time to time for ABC. It's just kind of a bordello atmosphere, way on the high side price wise for staying in that kind of an atmosphere. It's got more of a rent the rooms by the hour type feel to it. I had planned staying there multiple nights on my last trip but I couldn't make it more than one, it just has a dirty feel to it. I think the pool is kind of awesome but I honestly would not feel very comfortable getting in it, it has that screwed in a million times feel to it. I do have my friends that I would recommend it to because I know they're the type that would like a place like that but then again those guys wouldn't pay for a place like that and they'd prefer staying in a hole in the ground hotel. I think the posts in this forum paint ABC in the wrong light, the "beach pool" is far from a place you're going to want to hang out unless there's a party with tons of girls around. The food there was mediocre at best. Lewis hotel was a ton cheaper and the food was awesome. Now they may not hang pictures of naked ladies on the walls but certainly you could bring as many girls as you want back to your room. The distance to the bars is a difference of about a block ABC vs Lewis. I saw a con for Lewis was it was too far away from the action. 1 block shouldn't change your mind unless you need those scooters in walmart. I stayed in luxurious hotels in Manila and I honestly would have preferred Lewis because of price and food, their hotel rooms were very nice, clean and comfortable. I think the best thing to do would be stay at a couple different hotels 1 night and find the best one that fits you. I prefer more the GFE experience and some guys don't go for that, I can't possibly see a GFE experience in ABC. If you have a girl pretending it would be ruined by the fact that you know only a working girl would screw in a place like ABC. I can see in some countries where large age gaps are excepted you don't want to go around with some girl half your age in a nice hotel because they'll figure she's a working girl, but in the Philippines it is normal so why go to a hotel built for mongering when you have no reason to hide? Just my 2 cents.
[quote=irony monger; 1203187]thanks for the heads up. i did not check the internet until the morning after my arrival, but it worked fine.
one more thing to add: the power sockets at the desk are the us / japan compatible two-prong variety (220 v though i believe, so check your equipment before plugging it in to make sure it doesn't get fried). fortunately i am well equipped for plugging many holes. and had the appropriate adapter. folks traveling from the us should bring an adapter if they have laptops that require a grounded outlet. there was one 3-prong grounded outlet in the room, but it was at the small side table well away from the ethernet port. also, there was no ethernet cable in the room, but i heard they provide one on request (i brought my own).[/quote]i don't like the wired-only internet at central park, but they loan you an ethernet cable, and the table in the room is next to the wall-drop. the speed is a fairly constant 400k up / down (full duplex). this is not blistering speed on the download, but several times faster than standard phils dsl on the upload (i upload a lot of pics, up speed is more important to me than browsing the internet).
about the power. the prong-adapters they give at the front desks don't necessarily convert voltage down from 220 to 110. they just convert to your size male input (no pun intended). if you want to make sure you don't fry your electronics (your rechargeable batteries probably won't mind the extra juice) , you should pick up a real power converter at a hardware store. about the size of your fist (and bulky / heavy) , it will say on the side that it inputs 220 and outputs 110, at 60 cycles. i got mine in the malate robinson's hardware store (floor 3, above nat'l bookstore). after i burned out my second hitachi magic wand when turning it on (pop. gone!) , i decided to spend the p550 several years ago. i plug it into the wall nearest the computer, then with another two / three-prong adapter, i plug in a 3-pronged american 6-strip surge protector to the 110-end of the power adapter. then i plug all of my electronics into the 6-strip: phone charger, computer, etc. i also carry a 15-foot extension cord, and i plug that into the 6-strip, and my hitachi into that, so it can stretch across the room to the happy pinay.
[quote=westcoast1; 1203658]i don't like the wired-only internet at central park, but they loan you an ethernet cable, and the table in the room is next to the wall-drop. the speed is a fairly constant 400k up / down (full duplex). this is not blistering speed on the download, but several times faster than standard phils dsl on the upload (i upload a lot of pics, up speed is more important to me than browsing the internet).
about the power. the prong-adapters they give at the front desks don't necessarily convert voltage down from 220 to 110. they just convert to your size male input (no pun intended). if you want to make sure you don't fry your electronics (your rechargeable batteries probably won't mind the extra juice) , you should pick up a real power converter at a hardware store. about the size of your fist (and bulky / heavy) , it will say on the side that it inputs 220 and outputs 110, at 60 cycles. i got mine in the malate robinson's hardware store (floor 3, above nat'l bookstore). after i burned out my second hitachi magic wand when turning it on (pop. gone!) , i decided to spend the p550 several years ago. i plug it into the wall nearest the computer, then with another two / three-prong adapter, i plug in a 3-pronged american 6-strip surge protector to the 110-end of the power adapter. then i plug all of my electronics into the 6-strip: phone charger, computer, etc. i also carry a 15-foot extension cord, and i plug that into the 6-strip, and my hitachi into that, so it can stretch across the room to the happy pinay.[/quote]i think central park / pacific breeze will eventually have to offer wifi in the rooms with more people having tablet and phone devices, but i love the ethernet option. i like being able to access my financial accounts through ethernet over wifi access when i'm here. actually i would rarely even do such a thing over here. i rather go to an internet cafe and hook my laptop up thru ethernet for security reasons. the problem with using ethernet in room is you can only go as far as the cable will let you.
in regards to adapters and converters. for sure one needs to have an adapter for here maybe more than one, they're cheap. for my laptop, i don't even use the converter here in the philippines. for newer laptops, the plug i believe already has it's own converter. the little black rectangular box in the middle of the plug i believe does the converting.
[QUOTE=Madisonguy;1203582]I'm surprised at the reports that go up from time to time for ABC. .The food there was mediocre at best. Lewis hotel was a ton cheaper and the food was awesome.[/QUOTE]I have not tried the food at the Lewis Grand yet; I will certainly do so on my next visit, but again I was pleasantly surprised by my one and only meal at ABC. The 500 peso (aka $12) Sunday dinner special that I ordered that was delicious and well presented. It would have certainly cost me $40 or so back in the states. Again, not 5 star, but the best I ever had in Angeles. I will definitely stop by the Lewis Grand next time and compare, but I will defend the SINGLE meal I had at ABC. It was the best I had all week, bar none.
That said, the martini I ordered at ABC sucked. But then again, I have yet to find a single venue in the Philippines that knows how to make a decent martini. In fact, I have decided that be it martinis or margaritas, it is best to order shots and borrow the shaker than trust the average AC bartender.
Lastly, watching the pool bartenders (female) push each other into the ABC pool in their uniforms was priceless. It was like watching an office lady wet tee-shirt contest :)
[QUOTE=Key Master;1203721]I think Central Park / Pacific Breeze will eventually have to offer wifi in the rooms with more people having tablet and phone devices, but I love the ethernet option.[/QUOTE]Agreed. Given the option, I'll take a wire over wifi any day.
To each his own, I guess.
I have done most descent hotels in AC and ABC is by far the best. If I can't get a room at the ABC I look at LGH if I have to be in AC but after that I don't bother these days. I would rather stay in Manila and wait for room to be available. I don't know how often you have eaten at ABC or LGH but I tend to spend around 20-30K peso each trip eating in those places as I don't trust most establishments in AC. Food is good at LGH but there is no consistency. ABC has far better food although what pisses me off is they sometimes don't have everything on the menu. Both places are overpriced although ABC is far more however there are specials like the 500p 3 course daily special (which is GOOD value and great food) also there is another special if you stay in building 3 for 500p all you can eat sushi and sashimi which I enjoy a lot. Worth checking out is the YATS restaurant as well, second IMO after ABC.
As for the hotel feel, again it depends on what you like. I like the bordello feeling to it. If you haven't noticed the whole area is ONE BIG BORDELLO. I don't get guys that come to AC for GFE or to screw non pros. Don't get me wrong I have done it too but these days if I want a GFE I simply take her away from AC and go somewhere much nicer. Worst case scenario go Subic or back to manila with her where you can enjoy other activities hence increasing your GFE. You will find better and cheaper hotels the LGH and have a better GFE. AC to me is just to fulfil my fantasies, to screw as many or find quality hookers that will yield to everything I can come up with and will let me fuck them as hard as my heart contents without giving much thought. For that purpose ABC does it the best. The restaurant is great, the pool is the best in AC and yeah fucking in it common and exciting, especially the new shower room, the cave, the little room by the fish tank, hell even the bar at 3-4am is great. What I love about the hotel though is the bed. The bed in building 1 and 2 is amazing. It has this spring mechanism that once you get going the bed does half the work for you. The fact that he bed is huge big enough to have few girls at a time is great especially if you are into 3somes or orgies. Building 3 has different beds and size of beds is different in some rooms (rooms ending with 5 have smallest beds). Building 3 has better bed for sleeping but not for fucking. This is where I think they got it wrong they should have kept the old beds. The lights in building 3 don't do shit for me as I have seen it before but I can tell you that the girls LOVE the pole in the fiesta suites and some of the shows I have had over the last few days justify the crazy prices they charge. Few After School girls with their uniforms, few others with my toys and uniforms, private bar, naked pillow fights on the bed, I am sure you get the picture. I guess this is far from what you want which is fine, I just don't understand why on earth you would stay in a shithole of a town like AC if you already have picked your girl for the GFE? If you haven't then you name one better environment to test her willingness to serve you and be a good rental asawa.
Also where ABC wins over LGH or any other is their transport services. Only hotel in town with helicopter and heliped. It has far more cars available the LGH or any other. They are happy to drive you around AC at anytime and I have never had problems calling reception for them to pick me up from anywhere. I sometimes barhop at the other side of AC where the Filipino bars are and this convenience is quite good for me. Also last few days with a typhoon it kind of helps to have a car to drive you around one side of perimeter to fields and it makes it easier at the end of the night after drinking with a girl in tow. Service is free, and I use it 4-5times a day.
Another interesting thing is he barfine from poolbar which can be signed off and then payed on the end with the total bill with your credit or corporate card.
Bottom line is if you have come to AC with a budget this is not a hotel for you. If money is no object and you want to enjoy you will struggle to find another place like it ANYWHERE in the world, believe me, I know.
[QUOTE=Madisonguy;1203582]I'm surprised at the reports that go up from time to time for ABC. It's just kind of a bordello atmosphere, way on the high side price wise for staying in that kind of an atmosphere. It's got more of a rent the rooms by the hour type feel to it. I had planned staying there multiple nights on my last trip but I couldn't make it more than one, it just has a dirty feel to it. I think the pool is kind of awesome but I honestly would not feel very comfortable getting in it, it has that screwed in a million times feel to it. I do have my friends that I would recommend it to because I know they're the type that would like a place like that but then again those guys wouldn't pay for a place like that and they'd prefer staying in a hole in the ground hotel. I think the posts in this forum paint ABC in the wrong light, the "beach pool" is far from a place you're going to want to hang out unless there's a party with tons of girls around. The food there was mediocre at best. Lewis hotel was a ton cheaper and the food was awesome. Now they may not hang pictures of naked ladies on the walls but certainly you could bring as many girls as you want back to your room. The distance to the bars is a difference of about a block ABC vs Lewis. I saw a con for Lewis was it was too far away from the action. 1 block shouldn't change your mind unless you need those scooters in walmart. I stayed in luxurious hotels in Manila and I honestly would have preferred Lewis because of price and food, their hotel rooms were very nice, clean and comfortable. I think the best thing to do would be stay at a couple different hotels 1 night and find the best one that fits you. I prefer more the GFE experience and some guys don't go for that, I can't possibly see a GFE experience in ABC. If you have a girl pretending it would be ruined by the fact that you know only a working girl would screw in a place like ABC. I can see in some countries where large age gaps are excepted you don't want to go around with some girl half your age in a nice hotel because they'll figure she's a working girl, but in the Philippines it is normal so why go to a hotel built for mongering when you have no reason to hide? Just my 2 cents.[/QUOTE]
I've tried searching the forum with several different search terms and can't find any info about Blue Fields Hotel. Has anyone stayed there or know anything about it? I'm looking for budget accomodations but the room has to be clean. Would I be better off splurging for a nicer place or will Blue Fields be an adequate flop house?
Thank you
[QUOTE=Pottymouth69;1216323]I've tried searching the forum with several different search terms and can't find any info about Blue Fields Hotel. Has anyone stayed there or know anything about it?[/QUOTE]Have not stayed there myself but I did check it out once. Despite having 'fields' in their name, they are not close to Fields Ave. But if you are going to frequent the perimeter bars, it might be the place to stay. They actually have a decent pool too. That area has a lot of activity so if you don't like the room you can always switch to the Seinpost, Hana or Sunset Garden nearby.
I ended up staying at Bluefields. Pluses: Good location for Perimeter bars, priced under 1000 pesos / night, nice pool. Minuses: though generally clean, the place is run-down, restaurant food is cheap but not very good, no generator for brownouts.
All in all, not bad for a cheapskate like myself. I think next time I spend a little bit more for a nicer hotel.
Has anyone have any recent stays at tiger and the jr seporior rooms. Love to get some feedback and how it was there at night and all leaving walking going to fields ave. Any info would be greatful.
Thanks
If anyone needs a basic fuck-room to rent for a Perimeter short time, I can recommend the Charlie Apartelle, just down the road from Candy Bar and Det 5, and next to Miss Magic Bar. Here are a few pics of their standard room.
[QUOTE=Ezinho;1232996]If anyone needs a basic fuck-room to rent for a Perimeter short time, I can recommend the Charlie Apartelle, just down the road from Candy Bar and Det 5, and next to Miss Magic Bar. Here are a few pics of their standard room.[/QUOTE]Hi Ezinho, do you remember the rates?
The Royal Amsterdam Hotel is going downhill. It is still decent, but it is not as good as it was. I think it all started when they got rid of that American manager as a cost saving move. The owners are not re-investing in the hotel.
It used to be my favorite hotel (for overall value). Now it is not that good. The beds need to be replaced, the towels are getting old. Some of the AC units need to be changed.
Then they had the nerve to raise their prices.
The Royal Amsterdam had vacancies (unheard of previously). But this also might be the fact that many hotels / condos have opened up (plus more are coming).
Going to be in the Philippines for the first time at the end of March. Trying to decide on an AC hotel. What say you: Pacific Breeze or Grand Central?
Also, any recommendations for hotels in Subic?
[QUOTE=LoveVegas; 1232883]Has anyone have any recent stays at tiger and the jr superior rooms. Love to get some feedback and how it was there at night and all leaving walking going to fields ave. Any info would be grateful.
Thanks[/QUOTE]I stayed at the Tiger Hotel in 2010. I don't remember the room type I was in though. The hotel is very quiet. The room was cleaned each day by the staff with a smile. I did not have problem using their wifi connection but I remember it being slow. They also had computer stations on each floor that you can use for free which seemed to be always available. It is a short walk from the action on Fields Ave.
The rooms were of similar quality to Central Park but less expensive. However, I does not have a restaurant / room service on site.
[QUOTE=GreenBud; 1235153]The Royal Amsterdam Hotel is going downhill. It is still decent, but it is not as good as it was. I think it all started when they got rid of that American manager as a cost saving move. The owners are not re-investing in the hotel.
It used to be my favorite hotel (for overall value). Now it is not that good. The beds need to be replaced, the towels are getting old. Some of the AC units need to be changed.
Then they had the nerve to raise their prices.
The Royal Amsterdam had vacancies (unheard of previously). But this also might be the fact that many hotels / condos have opened up (plus more are coming).[/QUOTE]Traveling around the PI, I think that is usually the case. Most hotels don't seem to keep their investment up. I think AC's hotels do a slightly better job of it though compared to elsewhere. There could be a lot of factors involved in vacancy rates. Typical raise prices to make up past losses. Weird thinking over there.
[QUOTE=Law Stud; 1235693]Going to be in the Philippines for the first time at the end of March. Trying to decide on an AC hotel. What say you: Pacific Breeze or Grand Central?
Also, any recommendations for hotels in Subic?[/QUOTE]Pacific Breeze is better but more expensive than Grand Central.
Pacific Breeze "never" has any vacancies when you walk up (that's why I've never stayed there). That should tell you somethig.
Grand Central is OK. But their water has a brown color and it smells. The water is OK on other parts of the city. Not sure if it is the pipes or water source. But the smelly water is OK if you get over the smell; after I got out of the shower, I didn't smell (at least I didn't think so; LOL).
The Pacific Breeze is very close to the Grand Central. Does anyone know if the water smells in the Pacific Breeze?
In Subic if you have the money, stay at the Wild Orchid at Baloy Beach. If you want to save money, there are many places to stay along Baloy. I've stayed at Blue Rock before; it's OK, but not sharp. To save money, there are non-descript guesthouses along Balong across the street from the beach. I've stayed at Ethan for 1500 pesos (wi-fi and safe in room). White House was advertising rooms for 900 pesos.
If you want to stay closer to the action in Bario Baretta, there are seveal guesthouses/hotels along National Hwy (including Arizona which is on the beach).
[QUOTE=GreenBud; 1236324]Pacific Breeze is better but more expensive than Grand Central.
Pacific Breeze "never" has any vacancies when you walk up (that's why I've never stayed there). That should tell you somethig.
Grand Central is OK. But their water has a brown color and it smells. The water is OK on other parts of the city. Not sure if it is the pipes or water source. But the smelly water is OK if you get over the smell; after I got out of the shower, I didn't smell (at least I didn't think so; LOL).
The Pacific Breeze is very close to the Grand Central. Does anyone know if the water smells in the Pacific Breeze?[/QUOTE]GreenBud, I think you may be confusing Central Park for Grand Central. I say that because I was at Grand Central in October which is located on Fields but Central Park the sister hotel of Pacific Breeze is also close to Pacific Breeze. Central Park on I believe some of their ground floor units use water from a well which has a smell to it, at least they did before. I had no such issue with water at Grand Central, formerly Orange Lion. Also, for sure Central Park is cheaper than Pacific Breeze, but the price difference with Grand Central isn't much of one with Pacific Breeze.
As for Law Stud's first post, how generic of a question can you really start with? You don't even put what you want out of the hotels. Did you read the forum about what people say first?
[QUOTE=Key Master;1236470]GreenBud, I think you may be confusing Central Park for Grand Central.[/QUOTE]Yes, I did confuse the Grand Central for Central Park (I just focused on the word "central").
On a hotel note, I'm looking forward to see how that new hotel called Galaxy on Fields is going to be; it should be done soon. I'm afraid it might be slightly above my budget.
PB. They are often fully booked, but most times I've stayed there it was a walk in. In high season I had to move out once because of a reservation. Greenbud maybe travels to AC only in high season. I guess CS will criticize me for nitpicking but GB should be more specific about his inormation if he wants to contribute.
[QUOTE=GreenBud; 1236324]Pacific Breeze is better but more expensive than Grand Central.
Pacific Breeze "never" has any vacancies when you walk up (that's why I've never stayed there). That should tell you somethig.
Grand Central is OK. But their water has a brown color and it smells. The water is OK on other parts of the city. Not sure if it is the pipes or water source. But the smelly water is OK if you get over the smell; after I got out of the shower, I didn't smell (at least I didn't think so; LOL).
The Pacific Breeze is very close to the Grand Central. Does anyone know if the water smells in the Pacific Breeze?
In Subic if you have the money, stay at the Wild Orchid at Baloy Beach. If you want to save money, there are many places to stay along Baloy. I've stayed at Blue Rock before; it's OK, but not sharp. To save money, there are non-descript guesthouses along Balong across the street from the beach. I've stayed at Ethan for 1500 pesos (wi-fi and safe in room). White House was advertising rooms for 900 pesos.
If you want to stay closer to the action in Bario Baretta, there are seveal guesthouses / hotels along National Hwy (including Arizona which is on the beach).[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man;1237169]PB. They are often fully booked, but most times I've stayed there it was a walk in. In high season I had to move out once because of a reservation. Greenbud maybe travels to AC only in high season. I guess CS will criticize me for nitpicking but GB should be more specific about his inormation if he wants to contribute.[/QUOTE]To Xman
Pacific breeze got more room since the new buliding open it is much easier to get a room there now, price is 58 USD compare to central at 42 USD the room is larger and nicer, do anyone have the Galaxy hotel web site.
Fast Eddie 48
I have staid in Pacific Breeze in the past and have always been happy with it, but now it looks to have gone seriously downhill. I had booked a non-smoking room in the main building, and they put me in a smoking room in the annex. Of course it stank like an ash tray, and the water pressure in the shower was the worst I have ever seen in this country. Needless to say I changed to Wild Orchid immediately. It costs a bit more, but you get what you pay for. Very happy with the room, facilities and service.
[QUOTE=X Man;1237169]Greenbud maybe travels to AC only in high season. I guess CS will criticize me for nitpicking but GB should be more specific about his inormation if he wants to contribute.[/QUOTE]EXCUSE ME! Yes, I've only been to Angeles during high season.
Yes, sometimes I don't put ALL the information possible.
LOL!
1) First time I set foot in the ABC hotel. I was impressed. Went there to eat that dinner buffet; good food at 500 pesos. I liked the restaurant area; swim up area surrounding the sushi bar; nice decor; only problem is that the whole area is in the outside without A / C. Too bad the ABC hotel is 2X my budget.
2) Just down the ABC is a hotel called Devera Hotel. [url]http://www.deverahotel.com/[/url] Looks decent; Currently you get a 25% discount because they are still in the construction phase. Only the first 2 floors are open. Clerk said they are taking about 1 month to do each floor. Oh boy, what slow asses!
3) Galaxy Hotel: Still haven't seen much progress; the shell is all done though. With the slow pace of this country, it might be awhile when everything is done.
4) Fields Plaza Hotel next to McDonalds is open; near corner of Fields and MacArthur. Looks way too expensive for me.
5) More hotels and condos are coming.
6) Got a free upgrade at the Royal Amsterdam. It had a newer A/C and newer towels. But my biggest complaint still is that they have horrible pillows; it was very lumpy; they need to change all the pillows. Notice that the Royal Amsterdam had vancancies while the Walk-About was full. Never observed that before; it was always vice-versa; maybe the price increase and deteriorated rooms are affecting the Royal Amsterdam.
Note: My apologies to X Man for missing some information on the above post.
Thanks for the clarification. And if I can correct one more thing, I wasn't criticizing you for missing information. I was concerned with the misinformation: "Pacific Breeze "never" has any vacancies when you walk up (that's why I've never stayed there)." I think you put "never" in quotes as emphasis, but I've walked in and got a nice room as recently as Dec. 27. As Eddie suggests that was rarer back before the annex was built and in all fairness to GB, it is a popular hotel.
Some places will tell you no vacancies at 10am. Try again at noon after check out time and you might get a different answer. Wait too long and you may be back to square one. X.
[QUOTE=GreenBud; 1238679]EXCUSE ME! Yes, I've only been to Angeles during high season.
Yes, sometimes I don't put ALL the information possible.
LOL![/QUOTE]
LoveVegas.
I did not stay at the Tiger Hotel, but I am answering your question about safety. I stayed at the Affinity Cond for 3 weeks in dec 2011. You have to turn at the Tiger Hotel to get to Sofia St where the Affinity is located.
AC is a 24 hr town, there are always people on the streets. I never felt unsafe walking to & from fields during my whole trip.
Wicked Roger.
You posted in 2009 you enjoyed your stay at the Affinity but they had no credit card machine. They still don't. Have to pay cash or a 10% surcharge for CC because they go thru Pay Pal. But I will definitely stay there again. It is much cheaper to make ATM withdrawals than use pay pal.
[QUOTE=X Man; 1240122]Thanks for the clarification. And if I can correct one more thing, I wasn't criticizing you for missing information. I was concerned with the misinformation: "Pacific Breeze "never" has any vacancies when you walk up (that's why I've never stayed there)." I think you put "never" in quotes as emphasis, but I've walked in and got a nice room as recently as Dec. 27. As Eddie suggests that was rarer back before the annex was built and in all fairness to GB, it is a popular hotel.
Some places will tell you no vacancies at 10am. Try again at noon after check out time and you might get a different answer. Wait too long and you may be back to square one. X.[/QUOTE]To Xman.
I try to book PB on the internet a few time and reply is fully book and then I book with Central park the sister hotel, but when I arrive at AC after check into central park and walk over to PB and check if they have room avalible they do have cancelation so don't give up.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=GreenBud; 1240096]2) Just down the ABC is a hotel called Devera Hotel.
[url]http://www.deverahotel.com/[/url]
Looks decent; Currently you get a 25% discount because they are still in the construction phase. Only the first 2 floors are open. Clerk said they are taking about 1 month to do each floor. Oh boy, what slow asses![/QUOTE]It does look nice. The discounted rooms look like a good deal but I wonder if the construction noise is bothersome. From their Facebook page, it looks like the 4th & 5th floors are open but the elevators are not working yet.
[QUOTE=King Squared;1252097]It does look nice. The discounted rooms look like a good deal but I wonder if the construction noise is bothersome. From their Facebook page, it looks like the 4th & 5th floors are open but the elevators are not working yet.[/QUOTE]I stayed at the ABC couple of weeks ago, construction is going on 24/7 but it seems like finishing touches, minimal noise the few times I passed the joint. You still don't want to be claiming stairs in AC with or without a bf in tow.
[QUOTE=King Squared;1252097]It does look nice. The discounted rooms look like a good deal but I wonder if the construction noise is bothersome. From their Facebook page, it looks like the 4th & 5th floors are open but the elevators are not working yet.[/QUOTE]I just booked a superior room there. In the e mail they did say there is some construction going on. But since I am going there in may maybe it will be over.
However if the noise is bothersome I can change.
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1251894]To Xman.
I try to book PB on the internet a few time and reply is fully book and then I book with Central park the sister hotel, but when I arrive at AC after check into central park and walk over to PB and check if they have room avalible they do have cancelation so don't give up.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]I stayed at PB last week for two nights, booked a couple of days in advance by phone. On the first afternoon, as I was passing by the front desk, I overheard a guy inquiring if they have any rooms available for that night. The gal at the desk replied, 'Yes, but only an Annex room with hot tub for $85 a night'. Coincidentally, I was staying in the Annex in the same type of room-very nice indeed! My gf, her gf and I had a jolly time in that hot tub!
Manta Ray
I stayed at PB for few nights in mid-February and I had no problems making a reservation for the main building using email. Overall it was a nice experience. Very helpful staff and I liked their security (they called me before they let my gf leave the building in the morning). The hot tub was actually the only disappointment. The water was at best lukewarm and it took forever to fill the tub. So in the end I never used it.
K
[QUOTE=Manta Ray; 1252916]I stayed at PB last week for two nights, booked a couple of days in advance by phone. On the first afternoon, as I was passing by the front desk, I overheard a guy inquiring if they have any rooms available for that night. The gal at the desk replied, 'Yes, but only an Annex room with hot tub for $85 a night'. Coincidentally, I was staying in the Annex in the same type of room-very nice indeed! My gf, her gf and I had a jolly time in that hot tub!
Manta Ray[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Sammon;1252656]I just booked a superior room there.[/QUOTE]Be aware that some of the cheap rooms in Devera don't have a window. What for me is a no-no.
Enjoy!
It's a deal killer for me too. I usually look at the room before I lay my money and signature down. Unless I'm completely exhausted. On the other hand, someone coming from a different continent might find some advantage with the no window room as they deal with the jet lag.
[QUOTE=Ekspat; 1253267]Be aware that some of the cheap rooms in Devera don't have a window. What for me is a no-no.
Enjoy![/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Ekspat; 1253267]Be aware that some of the cheap rooms in Devera don't have a window. What for me is a no-no.
Enjoy![/QUOTE]I think standard room is the problem. Anyway I will ask them. I hate it too if there are no windows. Once I stayed in a cheap hotel in Hong Kong in a windowless room. Since I used it for sleeping only it was ok. But in AC there will be girls staying days too.
[QUOTE=X Man;1253282]It's a deal killer for me too. I usually look at the room before I lay my money and signature down. Unless I'm completely exhausted. On the other hand, someone coming from a different continent might find some advantage with the no window room as they deal with the jet lag.[/QUOTE]To Xman,
To me no window is no big deal I sleepy better with no window room and in AC there are no view to look at anyway, most hotel offen give discount for no window room.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Sammon;1253418]I think standard room is the problem. Anyway I will ask them. I hate it too if there are no windows. Once I stayed in a cheap hotel in Hong Kong in a windowless room. Since I used it for sleeping only it was ok. But in AC there will be girls staying days too.[/QUOTE]Here is the reply from Devera Hotel. I believe maybe some of the standard rooms do not have windows. Right now standard rooms are 1200 and delux rooms are 1500. Still very cheap.
"Greetings!
We would like to inform you that the room I have reserved for you is the.
Biggest deluxe room and it has a window, all of our rooms have fixed.
Windows to lessen the noise pollution from the outside.
Respectfully Yours,
Azielle Mabunga.
Front Desk Agent.
Devera Hotel.
406 Don Juico Avenue.
Malabanias, Angeles City
Quick question. Is the ABC ok with you bringing more than one girl back at a time? Is there an extra fee for extra outside girls?
[QUOTE=GosiwonBusan;1253706]Quick question. Is the ABC ok with you bringing more than one girl back at a time? Is there an extra fee for extra outside girls?[/QUOTE]You can bring as many girls as you like. Get one of the party suites in building 3 which comes with a bar and a dance pole go nuts barfine as many as you like. No extra fee for additional girls, beds are huge too
Any opinions on what would be the quietest hotel near Fields Ave. ? Talking top floor, less street noise and decent sound proofing. Hoping to sleep during scheduled sleep hours. Preferably not the most expensive. I am cheap when I want to be, but wiling to go an extra $10-$40 / night for quiet. I can walk or ride jeepney, so off Perimeter is fine. Ethernet required.
[QUOTE=Jack Burton;1254301]Any opinions on what would be the quietest hotel near Fields Ave. ? Talking top floor, less street noise and decent sound proofing. Hoping to sleep during scheduled sleep hours. Preferably not the most expensive. I am cheap when I want to be, but wiling to go an extra $10-$40 / night for quiet. I can walk or ride jeepney, so off Perimeter is fine. Ethernet required.[/QUOTE]Getting ethernet (they call it cable I think there) in room is pretty difficult. I only know of two and they are sister hotels, Central Park and Pacific Breeze. You're asking for quiet and if so, I'd probably lean more to Pacific Breeze and it is in the Fields Area. The problem is the construction of the condominiums there has affected many hotels around there with some noise. I'm a light sleeper and had issues with most hotels near there where before Pacific Breeze was pretty good with noise levels. You have to get the room on the correct side that may be minimized from the noise from the construction. I also had a little problem with trike noise. But this is all in regards to noise during the day time, but it can start in the daylight morning hours. At night, noise is not going to be an issue except maybe the occasional trike if you are really really a light sleeper. I like to sleep in late afternoon some and had problems with noise levels.
[QUOTE=Jack Burton;1254301]Any opinions on what would be the quietest hotel near Fields Ave. ? Talking top floor, less street noise and decent sound proofing. Hoping to sleep during scheduled sleep hours. Preferably not the most expensive. I am cheap when I want to be, but wiling to go an extra $10-$40 / night for quiet. I can walk or ride jeepney, so off Perimeter is fine. Ethernet required.[/QUOTE]To Jack,
I never have any problem with loud noise at AC most bar near field are indoor unlike Pattaya Thailand outdoor bar at soi 7-8 hotel on lower floor have loud music, I sleep mostly during the day in AC being up all night long just stay in a nice hotel with soft bed.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1255847]To Jack,
I never have any problem with loud noise at AC most bar near field are indoor unlike Pattaya Thailand outdoor bar at soi 7-8 hotel on lower floor have loud music, I sleep mostly during the day in AC being up all night long just stay in a nice hotel with soft bed.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]Eddie,
Are you considered a light sleeper? Do you get woken up regularly by odd noises when you sleep even if it's the slightest of noises to most people? I do and maybe less so than before but still am considered a light sleeper. I think when someone asks about quiet rooms, that's usually an indication that they are probably a light sleeper and if you are not one like that, then you may not understand the problems that come with it. I love nice beds too, but I find out the hard way that even with a nice mattress, I can't sleep well with noises from trikes and construction or people making noise by talking in the hallways or videoke machines just outside a window.
Jack,
Also, if it gets really bad and you are willing to pay for it, you may want to just pay up and stay at Wild Orchid. It's a little expensive for what you get, but the rooms in back by the pool were extremely quiet, but you have to pay for that luxury. There was no ethernet connection in room though. For me, staying on actual Fields or Perimeter are pretty tough propositions for light sleepers.
Devera Hotel is giving discounts for their rooms right now but you get what you pay for. The rooms are small and the bathrooms even smaller. Standard rooms do not have a window. Executive rooms are not much better. There is a window but no balcony and the only view you'll get is that of the utility cables hanging over the street. Executive rooms also have a kitchen sink and a microwave but that is all you really get for 600 pesos more over the standard room. Right now there is a lot of noise from the construction. Construction workers are constantly walking through the lobby and up the stairs carrying buckets of material. The rooms have ants and mosquitoes which will make your sleep interesting if the construction noise and dust do not. The hotel is also overbooked so beware if they lure you in for a few nights with the promise of being accommodated for a longer stay you might just find yourself looking for another hotel on short notice. There are no dining facilities on site and no amenities to speak of. The free wireless internet was decent but there were hardly any English channels on the cable TV worth looking at beyond CNN.
Unless you're a real cheap Charlie who values saving a few hundred pesos over comfort, service and convenience then I would not recommend.
[QUOTE=GosiwonBusan;1253706]Quick question. Is the ABC ok with you bringing more than one girl back at a time? Is there an extra fee for extra outside girls?[/QUOTE]Have you ever seen a video of one of their pool parties? Walang problema with the girls, singular or plural.
Hey guys! Greetz from Ball Ground
[QUOTE=Chocha Monger; 1256422]Devera Hotel is giving discounts for their rooms right now but you get what you pay for. The rooms are small and the bathrooms even smaller. Standard rooms do not have a window. Executive rooms are not much better. There is a window but no balcony and the only view you'll get is that of the utility cables hanging over the street. Executive rooms also have a kitchen sink and a microwave but that is all you really get for 600 pesos more over the standard room. Right now there is a lot of noise from the construction. Construction workers are constantly walking through the lobby and up the stairs carrying buckets of material. The rooms have ants and mosquitoes which will make your sleep interesting if the construction noise and dust do not. The hotel is also overbooked so beware if they lure you in for a few nights with the promise of being accommodated for a longer stay you might just find yourself looking for another hotel on short notice. There are no dining facilities on site and no amenities to speak of. The free wireless internet was decent but there were hardly any English channels on the cable TV worth looking at beyond CNN.
Unless you're a real cheap Charlie who values saving a few hundred pesos over comfort, service and convenience then I would not recommend.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the review and information. I heard they had windowless rooms and it kind of got me excited that if the place was good, I could get a room like that on Fields and not worry about street noise. Are the walls thin that you'll hear the traffic outside on the street? Do you think the ants and mosquitoes are an issue from the construction or worse?
[QUOTE=Key Master;1256545]Thanks for the review and information. I heard they had windowless rooms and it kind of got me excited that if the place was good, I could get a room like that on Fields and not worry about street noise. Are the walls thin that you'll hear the traffic outside on the street? Do you think the ants and mosquitoes are an issue from the construction or worse?[/QUOTE]With the windowless room you will not hear the traffic outside but you'll still hear some construction noise. Also, if you're a light sleeper you might hear guest and workers moving about on the hard tile in the hallway. I think the bug problem might have been caused in part by the construction activities. Open doors and windows would certainly let in the mosquitoes. The ants might have been brought in with the construction materials but the fact that they're still hanging around suggests that there is no pest control in place.
[QUOTE=Chocha Monger;1256554]With the windowless room you will not hear the traffic outside but you'll still hear some construction noise. Also, if you're a light sleeper you might hear guest and workers moving about on the hard tile in the hallway. I think the bug problem might have been caused in part by the construction activities. Open doors and windows would certainly let in the mosquitoes. The ants might have been brought in with the construction materials but the fact that they're still hanging around suggests that there is no pest control in place.[/QUOTE]I think they are trying to build 5 floors total. Windowless rooms do not bother me that much. Once I stayed at Royal amsterdam hotel long time ago in their cheapest room. No window did not bother me as well as the girl who stayed with me three nights. Barfine at that time was 800 pesos and I believe the room was about 1000 pesos. I have booked to stay at devera in May. Hopefully by that time atleast some facilities will be open. Ofcourse if things bother me I will move. Mosquitoes are there everywhere in some months. They generally do not get into air con rooms.
You should have told them about the ants and mosquito problem. I am sure they would have taken care of it. One question I have is do they have refrigerator in the room. It is important to me to have cold drinks and water especially with non stop sex.
[QUOTE=Sammon; 1256569]I think they are trying to build 5 floors total. Windowless rooms do not bother me that much. Once I stayed at Royal amsterdam hotel long time ago in their cheapest room. No window did not bother me as well as the girl who stayed with me three nights. Barfine at that time was 800 pesos and I believe the room was about 1000 pesos. I have booked to stay at devera in May. Hopefully by that time atleast some facilities will be open. Ofcourse if things bother me I will move. Mosquitoes are there everywhere in some months. They generally do not get into air con rooms.
You should have told them about the ants and mosquito problem. I am sure they would have taken care of it. One question I have is do they have refrigerator in the room. It is important to me to have cold drinks and water especially with non stop sex.[/QUOTE]This is what I found on their facebook page- devera hotel.
(Devera Hotel The rooms we are opening will be on the 5th floor. At this point, however, we will not have an elevator till sometime around beginning of April. And when that elevator is up and running, the entire 7 floors of our building will open for business! .
February 23 at 9:33pm · 1.)
[QUOTE=Sammon;1256569]One question I have is do they have refrigerator in the room. It is important to me to have cold drinks and water especially with non stop sex.[/QUOTE]There are refrigerators in both the standard and executive rooms but they were not stocked so be prepared to make a trip down to the J&J supermarket down the street to stock up. There are 2 bottles of water in the room to get you by until then.
[QUOTE=Chocha Monger;1256627]There are refrigerators in both the standard and executive rooms but they were not stocked so be prepared to make a trip down to the J&J supermarket down the street to stock up. There are 2 bottles of water in the room to get you by until then.[/QUOTE]It is better not stocked. Thanks for the info. These girls always go for the most expensive thing if it is stocked.
Case in point is I usually take lots of candy and chocolates from the duty free shop mainly because nice to french kiss a girl who is chewing candy. But they usually want something stocked in the fridge. Many a time I had to tell them no, just eat what I have. Drinks are the same problem. I stock the fridge with various kinds of soda, fruit juice and water along with chips, fruits etc.
Hopefully the construction is done and elevator is up and running by may.
I had an excellent meal at Red Sea the other day.
Breakfast at Phillies. This is a nice place, gets a lot of customers, and has some nice looking waitresses. I wasn't very impressed with the breakfast I had. Grand slam was the name I think. About 280p. I asked for the eggs over easy. THe eggs that arrived had obvously not been flipped, but the waitress insisted that they were "over easy". I just smiled and tucked in. Nothing was particularly hot. I only got thru about half the pancakes. The guy sitting a few seats over had heard my "over easy" exchange with the waitress and mentioned to me that he didn't like his breakfast either.
So the next day I stopped at Strawberry fields for breakfast. Their breakfast was over 300 pesos, and there was no waitress in sight. I left.
I decided to go to an old standby near the America hotel. Nina's is the name I think. It is mostly a Filipino place but get's a lot of expats. You know the kind. Drinking beer at 9:30am. Anyway, two eggs, garlic rice, tea, tocino and I asked for a banana on the side. The whole thing came to 110p. And the food was hot.
Not far from Nina's is a place serving breakfast and also is a bakery. I remember "bakery" in the name. I didn't go in because it was already full of people eating. I think it's relatively new and seems popular.
Walked into Pacific breeze and got a room. You probably can't do that on a weekend though. The rooms are clean and kept up well, the hotel has a pool, and this place has been reported about extensively in the past.
I think the Deluxe rooms at Orchid inn are among the most coveted in AC. The pool area is spacious and there is even some lawn. It just feels different than the mostly concrete construction of pools like the one at P. B.
I looked at a room at the new (Mar2012) Galaxy hotel. I looked at one of the nicer rooms and the size and price were comparable to Pacific Breeze. The furnture looked much nicer though. The rooms surround a couryard pool, much like the set up at Outback Hotel. So, if you are on the first floor you could literally open the door, take three steps and be in the pool. The restaurant looks like it's a bit unorganized, but I was very tempted to switch rooms.
Okay, all a bit vague, but that's my observation after two night in AC. X
[QUOTE=Sammon; 1256758]It is better not stocked. Thanks for the info. These girls always go for the most expensive thing if it is stocked.
Case in point is I usually take lots of candy and chocolates from the duty free shop mainly because nice to french kiss a girl who is chewing candy. But they usually want something stocked in the fridge. Many a time I had to tell them no, just eat what I have. Drinks are the same problem. I stock the fridge with various kinds of soda, fruit juice and water along with chips, fruits etc.
Hopefully the construction is done and elevator is up and running by may.[/QUOTE]Here are some photos of the exec room complete with window view of a fat geezer with potbelly leading the way down the street.
[QUOTE=Chocha Monger;1261968]Here are some photos of the exec room complete with window view of a fat geezer with potbelly leading the way down the street.[/QUOTE]I almost thought you made it to the Philippines with those room shots but its just a room. LOL
CM, you have to be one of the most frustrating and lovable characters here. Kind of like a puppy pissing on the rug and you want to kick it. But it's just too damn cute. And before you say anything, fk off to you too.
I see your pictures of some hotel room and who in fk knows where. But I guess it has to be AC. I have to backtrack and read posts I don't want to read.
I find out that this is probably the Devera hotel.
I know there is the sacred rtff, but you could have posted a Htl name in the "title" of the one post that is most informative (up to this point) of the new hotel.
THanks for the pics. X.
[QUOTE=Chocha Monger;1261968]Here are some photos of the exec room complete with window view of a fat geezer with potbelly leading the way down the street.[/QUOTE]
I been to AC three times and always stayed at the Pacific Breeze which I like for a short stay. However I will be staying three weeks and would like to know if the DM Residente will be a better choose. The cost for a jacuzzi room is half the cost at the DM then at the PB but have anyone tell me what this place is like. I heard that there is no safe in the room which is strike one but what is the size of the room and is it safe traveling at night. I hope I can get some help.
Hello, everyone,
I'll be visiting Angeles City in August of this year and I would wish if anyone could help me choose a suitable hotel. I'm looking for a hotel with a swimming pool / spa or health / fitness club and a restaurant. I'll be staying there for a week or so. I have already preselected a few and your expert advice would help me.
1. PJ Inn Hotel.
2. Central Park Hotel.
3. Pacific Breeze Hotel.
4. Royal Amsterdam Hotel.
5. Phoenix Hotel.
Thank in advance.
[QUOTE=X Man; 1262439]CM, you have to be one of the most frustrating and lovable characters here. Kind of like a puppy pissing on the rug and you want to kick it. But it's just too damn cute. And before you say anything, fk off to you too.
I see your pictures of some hotel room and who in fk knows where. But I guess it has to be AC. I have to backtrack and read posts I don't want to read.
I find out that this is probably the Devera hotel.
I know there is the sacred rtff, but you could have posted a Htl name in the "title" of the one post that is most informative (up to this point) of the new hotel.
THanks for the pics. X.[/QUOTE]If you follow the thread he was showing me pics of Devera Hotel room, you CLUTZ. No need for harsh language or maybe you get your rocks off doing it. Just take your frustrations on the girls you screw.
[QUOTE=Manfield04; 1263779]Hello, everyone,
I'll be visiting Angeles City in August of this year and I would wish if anyone could help me choose a suitable hotel. I'm looking for a hotel with a swimming pool / spa or health / fitness club and a restaurant. I'll be staying there for a week or so. I have already preselected a few and your expert advice would help me.
1. PJ Inn Hotel.
2. Central Park Hotel.
3. Pacific Breeze Hotel.
4. Royal Amsterdam Hotel.
5. Phoenix Hotel.
Thank in advance.[/QUOTE]Central Park does not have a pool.
[QUOTE=Manfield04; 1263779]Hello, everyone,
I'll be visiting Angeles City in August of this year and I would wish if anyone could help me choose a suitable hotel. I'm looking for a hotel with a swimming pool / spa or health / fitness club and a restaurant. I'll be staying there for a week or so. I have already preselected a few and your expert advice would help me.
1. PJ Inn Hotel.
2. Central Park Hotel.
3. Pacific Breeze Hotel.
4. Royal Amsterdam Hotel.
5. Phoenix Hotel.
Thank in advance.[/QUOTE]I stayed at Pacific Breeze three times and the main building it has a pool and close to all the action but is quiet. I did no remeber a spa but I did not hang around the hotel. You should know that it has been getting bad reviews reasonly but I never had a problem there.
DH,
I would book the first few days of your stay at PB. Your first morning in AC, visit each hotel on your list to see for yourself what condition the rooms are in and the location of each hotel. Printout the online info for each hotel complete with room features, location and price. If you like the hotel and the room inquire about the room rate without revealing to the staff you already looked up the rate online. Sometimes you can get a better deal that way, sometimes they try to charge more so use the online price as a guide. Once you get the rate inquire about promo rates, then finally ask about a long term rate since you are planning to be in AC for a few weeks.
In most cases it's best to do any bargaining directly with the manager or sales person because the front desk is trained on the standard rate info and will not be able to give you a discount because they are afraid to get fired. I would deal with your hotel situation ASAP when you arrive in AC. Best to get your hotel issues straightened out and preferably before you get balls deep into Miss some young thing as filipina p*ssy has a way of making guys lose focus for obvious reasons.
Enjoy your stay in AC Mr. Hertz
Sammon, If you had read my post more carefully, you would see that I did in fact go back and discover that the discussion was about Devera hotel. I was suggesting that adding a "title", or some other clue, would have made it easier for others.
My language was meant to be more humorous than anything. It was directed at CM, not Sammon, and I think CM is quite capable of taking a little ribbing. He certainly dishes it out. in fact, in the post in question he uses this politically incorrect terminology, "fat geezer with potbelly ". No need for "harsh language" indeed!
I treat the gals I meet quite well. Most come back for more. I don't understand why you suggest I have frustrations, nor do I understand why or how you can make any inference about how I treat women. If you have any further comments, pleast take them to PM.
X.
[QUOTE=Sammon;1263845]If you follow the thread he was showing me pics of Devera Hotel room, you CLUTZ. No need for harsh language or maybe you get your rocks off doing it. Just take your frustrations on the girls you screw.[/QUOTE]
I'm not sure if any of these have a "fitness club". Does Wild Orchid have a gym?
One hotel with a pool and gym and reasonably priced rooms would be Clarkton. It's a bit far from ground zero, but they do run a shuttle in the evening. X.
[QUOTE=Manfield04; 1263779]Hello, everyone,
I'll be visiting Angeles City in August of this year and I would wish if anyone could help me choose a suitable hotel. I'm looking for a hotel with a swimming pool / spa or health / fitness club and a restaurant. I'll be staying there for a week or so. I have already preselected a few and your expert advice would help me.
1. PJ Inn Hotel.
2. Central Park Hotel.
3. Pacific Breeze Hotel.
4. Royal Amsterdam Hotel.
5. Phoenix Hotel.
Thank in advance.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man; 1263967]I'm not sure if any of these have a "fitness club". Does Wild Orchid have a gym?
One hotel with a pool and gym and reasonably priced rooms would be Clarkton. It's a bit far from ground zero, but they do run a shuttle in the evening. X.[/QUOTE]Actually Pacific Breeze does have a gym. It's nothing special, nothing top of the line. It is located on the top floor in the annex and you have to ask someone at the front desk to assist in getting the door to the gym opened. They lock it if no one is in there. I would not call it a fitness club. Personally, I would just take a walk to the one down on McCarthur.
Wild Orchid does not have a gym.
Thanks for the info. I'll surely consider The Charkton and Wild Orchid.
[QUOTE=X Man;1263967]I'm not sure if any of these have a "fitness club". Does Wild Orchid have a gym? One hotel with a pool and gym and reasonably priced rooms would be Clarkton. It's a bit far from ground zero, but they do run a shuttle in the evening. X.[/QUOTE]
Thanks for the help. If I'm at Central Park, I'll be able to use the pool of its sister Pacific Breeze.
[QUOTE=Westcoast1;1263876]Central Park does not have a pool.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Manfield04;1264071]Thanks for the help. If I'm at Central Park, I'll be able to use the pool of its sister Pacific Breeze.[/QUOTE]To Manfield
They are own by the same group just ask the reception desk at Central park for a guest pass for the pool at Pacific breeze.
They don't alway check for room key or guest pass at PB and the pool is never very crowed.
Fast Eddie 48
Thanks Fast Eddie,
Any other tip on Angeles City for a newbie!
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48;1264393]To Manfield. They are own by the same group just ask the reception desk at Central park for a guest pass for the pool at Pacific breeze.They don't alway check for room key or guest pass at PB and the pool is never very crowed. Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]
Rooms are small, some noise coming from the restaurant area, so not sure I can recommend the place. I like having a pool, the place is new, and you got to love the mirror. X
Galaxy reprt.
[QUOTE=X Man;1270649]Galaxy reprt.[/QUOTE]Interesting photos (not).
If I want to look at furniture I can get an IKEA catalogue.
So be a bit braver with your camera in the future. Please?
[QUOTE=Ripple67; 1270794]Interesting photos (not).
If I want to look at furniture I can get an IKEA catalogue.
So be a bit braver with your camera in the future. Please?[/QUOTE]Why not post pics of hotels in the hotel thread?
X has posted bunches of good photos in the Philippine PhotoGallery.
Where are yours, sir? You have posted none in the philippine threads. I looked thru your last 25 posts, and you have not posted a single pic. Let those who have posted in the thread be the ones to whine. Certainly not newbs to the filipine boards.
What do you mean by "be a bit braver"? What exactly do you expect to find in the "AC hotels and accomodations" thread? The photos are there for someone who might be interested in one of the newest hotels in AC. X.
[QUOTE=Ripple67; 1270794]Interesting photos (not).
If I want to look at furniture I can get an IKEA catalogue.
So be a bit braver with your camera in the future. Please?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man;1270625]Rooms are small, some noise coming from the restaurant area, so not sure I can recommend the place. I like having a pool, the place is new, and you got to love the mirror. X[/QUOTE]Price per night?
[QUOTE=X Man;1270625]Rooms are small, some noise coming from the restaurant area, so not sure I can recommend the place. I like having a pool, the place is new, and you got to love the mirror. X[/QUOTE][QUOTE=Westcoast1; 1270813]Why not post pics of hotels in the hotel thread?
X has posted bunches of good photos in the Philippine PhotoGallery.
Where are yours, sir? You have posted none in the philippine threads. I looked thru your last 25 posts, and you have not posted a single pic. Let those who have posted in the thread be the ones to whine. Certainly not newbs to the filipine boards.[/QUOTE]Xman,
Thanks for posting some good info and pics! Pay no attention to the comment posted below. Obviously a delusional member who had claimed in a previous post to be an editor somewhere. Almost laughable. If that were true he would realize the value and proper positioning of interior pics of a new hotel available in AC, posted in the AC HOTELS AND ACCOMODATION THREAD! *insert eye roll smiley here*
I am firmly with Westcoast on this one. Ya got to be kidding.
I think it was about 3000, but don't rememeber exactly. Sorry. I remember the restaurant had a hand written menu. In other words, they're still figuring things out.
I find the Deluxe rooms at Orchid inn to be the best value (for my tastes). X.
[QUOTE=Mc Don;1270875]Price per night?[/QUOTE]
[url]http://galaxyhotel-ph.com/[/url]
I paid the promo rate of 2950, but according to the web page reg. Prices are 3450.
A superior deluxe at Orchid inn is only 2750 and the room is larger / quieter and there is more space around the pool.
[url]http://www.orchidinnresort.com/rates.html[/url]
One of the cheaper hotels in AC which HAS a pool is America Hotel. Avoid the noisy rooms at the front and avoid the restaurant. I like the large balcony rooms at the back, but don't remember the prices.
Cheap rooms and smallish pool at Walkabout. [url]http://www.walkabout-hotel.com/roomprice.htm[/url]
Large pool at Clarkton and I really like the large balcony rooms at the back. They aren't cheap though 3250 pesos.
[url]http://www.clarkton.com/[/url]
What is the latest consensus on the above hotel? I last stayed at Eurasia Hotel, however I see some form of 'Cartel effect', whereby standard hotel rates countrywide are no less than 1500p per night. I do not recall paying this at Eurasia Hotel two years back. Just checked their room rate. 1750p currently. I'm not too assed about pricing, but since I'm paying I like to keep the costs in check if I'm to travel several times later in the year.
Could anybody reason why I should not stay at Orchard Inn? Location good, planning on riding the bargirls in A Santos Road and Raymond st, personally not much into the barfine. Checked this thread several pages back, not much mentioned.
I have twice visited Angeles City and stayed at average hotels (Central Park and Premiere) but have decided to step up a grade for next trip and am looking at Bourbon Street Condos next to Wild Orchid. I can find only 2 booking sites with wildly differing prices for the same size condos and no reviews / comments so I am concerned about making a booking and paying out the hard earned without any knowledge other than from the booking sites themselves. I really would appreciate hearing about your experiences there and who you booked through.
[QUOTE=Noddy; 1272127]What is the latest consensus on the above hotel? I last stayed at Eurasia Hotel, however I see some form of 'Cartel effect', whereby standard hotel rates countrywide are no less than 1500p per night. I do not recall paying this at Eurasia Hotel two years back. Just checked their room rate. 1750p currently. I'm not too assed about pricing, but since I'm paying I like to keep the costs in check if I'm to travel several times later in the year.
Could anybody reason why I should not stay at Orchard Inn? Location good, planning on riding the bargirls in A Santos Road and Raymond st, personally not much into the barfine. Checked this thread several pages back, not much mentioned.[/QUOTE]To Noddy.
If you are on a budget Orchild is fine at1750p this place room is getting old need renovation, the wild Orchild just down the st is new larger room and nicer pool it is about 500 p more a night for standard, hotel room in AC is getting more expensive every yr going up in price like the barfined but it is still cheaper than manila my far.
Fast Eddie 48
I remember that the standard at WO is in the 3k range and is rather small compared to the better rooms at Orchid Inn. (but I love the mirrors at WO). It's been a long time since I stayed at the cheaper (old wing) standard rooms at OI. I remember it was rather run down, but surely it's been renovated by now. I also remember no window, which I don't care for. As I said in a post earlier, I was in a better room which was in the courtyard facing the pool and the restaurant. Both are big hotels and have many rooms, so maybe FE48 has had better luck than me. If the price difference was only 500 yen, I would stay at Wild Orchid every time! X.
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1272406]To Noddy.
If you are on a budget Orchild is fine at1750p this place room is getting old need renovation, the wild Orchild just down the st is new larger room and nicer pool it is about 500 p more a night for standard, hotel room in AC is getting more expensive every yr going up in price like the barfined but it is still cheaper than manila my far.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man;1272542]I remember that the standard at WO is in the 3k range and is rather small compared to the better rooms at Orchid Inn. (but I love the mirrors at WO). It's been a long time since I stayed at the cheaper (old wing) standard rooms at OI. I remember it was rather run down, but surely it's been renovated by now. I also remember no window, which I don't care for. As I said in a post earlier, I was in a better room which was in the courtyard facing the pool and the restaurant. Both are big hotels and have many rooms, so maybe FE48 has had better luck than me. If the price difference was only 500 yen, I would stay at Wild Orchid every time! X.[/QUOTE]X,
I first stay in Wild Orchild when it first open a few yr ago I think it was 2600 P but since Pacific breeze open been staying there, the room in Wild Orchild is better but way over price will be in AC mid May arriving from Cebu any ISG member be around.
Fast Eddie 48
Currently staying at Devera Hotel for the excellent price of 1500 pesos.
Nice new hotel. Occassional construction noise going on at 6-7 floor. I stay at 3 Road floor so does not bother me.
Size- Room size is little small. I am sure there maybe bigger rooms. Bathroom is small but adequate. Nice rainmaker showerhead. Plenty of hot water.
Cleanliness- Clean rooms with good house keeping.
Bed- Very good king size bed. Flush pillows. Clean white sheets and yes they do replace the blanket or comfortable every day. In many of the other hotels comforter s not replaced.
Extras- Room has a small fridge, hot water boiler, enough lights, room overhead air con, work desk. Free internet.
No restaurent open downstairs but can order food from outside who deliver.
Overall nice hotel, little ways from hustle and bustle of Fields avenue.
Anyone have any info on a good place for a long term (30+ days) stay at least relatively near the action? I'd hate to pay full nightly rate at a hotel if something else is available. Thanks.
[QUOTE=Rick Rock;1280141]Anyone have any info on a good place for a long term (30+ days) stay at least relatively near the action? I'd hate to pay full nightly rate at a hotel if something else is available. Thanks.[/QUOTE]
Most hotels in AC will give some sort of discount for longer stays like 30Days. Pick something in the range you like, and with the facilities you want, and then see how much they will come down.
[url]Http://www.margaritastation.com/hotels.html[/url]
Will give you a good range of close to the action hotels. You can book through those people. They have been there for years, and I should imagine they are reliable. (I normally book through hotels direct, but if you want an agent, these people are as good as any).
Note that some hotels are in Fields (probably a place to start if you've never been to AC before) and some in Perimeter (a bit of a twenty minute hike from Fields on foot, but plenty of jeepneys).
If you want cheap but clean and near to the Perimeter action, and have never been in AC before, the owner of this place below is a mine of information. (It's on the Margaritaville list above).
[url]http://www.harrythehorse.asia/[/url]
I just arrive to AC staying in Devera hotel just open no long ago Promotion rate is 1200 peso for standard and 1500 for dlx nice small room no pool, I will be here for 3 days and head to subic bay for a few day for scuba diving will hit the bar tonight and go to Camelot see my if my favorite girl jenny is still there.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48;1282177]I just arrive to AC staying in Devera hotel just open no long ago Promotion rate is 1200 peso for standard and 1500 for dlx nice small room[/QUOTE]Seems quite popular, me staying in Devera as well. Executive with balcony for 1800ps, nice room, somewhat 30 sqm, microwave, coffee facilities, good room service. A bit noisy from construction at daytime, but at daytime? Who cares?
Recommended!
[QUOTE=Ekspat; 1282776]Seems quite popular, me staying in Devera as well. Executive with balcony for 1800ps, nice room, somewhat 30 sqm, microwave, coffee facilities, good room service. A bit noisy from construction at daytime, but at daytime? Who cares?
Recommended![/QUOTE]I guess it all depends on what time you get back to your room and try to sleep. Also for people who are light sleepers and do try to sleep during the day, the information is actually quite relevant. For people who aren't light sleepers they probably wouldn't understand. For me, that helps me stay away from the hotel at least until the construction is finished if that.
Anyone new to Angeles and looking for the 'best' place to stay: look no further than Angeles Beach Club. ABC Hotel. All the rest of this. Information is for people who can't afford the $109 night rate. Reserve in advance weekends.
[QUOTE=Ekspat; 1282776]Seems quite popular, me staying in Devera as well. Executive with balcony for 1800ps, nice room, somewhat 30 sqm, microwave, coffee facilities, good room service. A bit noisy from construction at daytime, but at daytime? Who cares?
Recommended![/QUOTE]To Ekspat,
The dlx room is larger at 1500 p all the floor and the pool and resturant will be fully open in a few month and price will go up, I am sure the excutive will go up to be more than 2000 p soon, very friendy staff joyce use to work at Central park is now there she give me a nice smile but hjer brace is now gone, I only stay 2 night like to stay more night but they are fully book for the rest of the week.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1282974]To Ekspat,
The dlx room is larger at 1500 p all the floor and the pool and resturant will be fully open in a few month and price will go up, I am sure the excutive will go up to be more than 2000 p soon[/QUOTE]Yes, if finished, dlx will be 1800ps and for exec 2400ps. Dlx larger than exec? I doubt it.
Cheers!
[QUOTE=Ekspat; 1283275]Yes, if finished, dlx will be 1800ps and for exec 2400ps. Dlx larger than exec? I doubt it.
Cheers![/QUOTE]To Ekspat,
Devera get alot of Korean tour group book up most of the room even they have 7 th floor after fully open and rise the price they still will get book fully, not easy to get a nice room at a decent price anymore here in AC, never stay at the exec room yet so not sure how much larger the room are might try it next time.
Fast Eddie 48
As this hotel has been reviewed many times, and there's a ton of info about it on the web, I won't go into a lot of detail. Suffice it to say that this is great place to stay, no issues with bringing in any ladies. The staff there is great, they always have a smile for you and after a couple of days it felt more like a second home as opposed to a hotel. Close enough to the action to be convenient, but far enough away to be quiet.
I had booked a pool view deluxe suite via an Agoda flash deal for $79. 00 USD (plus tax) per night. The room was very quiet and spacious; good Wi-Fi signal and no issues with it while I was there. I like the location, close enough to walk to the clubs on Fields– about 10 minutes – if I felt like it and about 5 minutes to the clubs on Perimeter. They also offer a free car service (mini-vans) , which comes in handy when you're with a lady or if the weather turns bad (don't forget to tip the drivers, a great bunch of guys). The only time they charge for the service is if you use it for an airport pickup / drop off – 400 pesos to Clark (didn't ask about Manila).
My one and only gripe – slow service at the Resto; even a simple omelet (special of the day) one morning took about 25-30 minutes. But it was worth the wait; for that matter the couple of meals I did eat there, both in the room and at the Resto were very good. And I can't say enough about the mango or mango / pineapple shakes – add a shot or two of dark rum if you want to kick up a notch!
I'm going to The PI this year instead of Thailand. This will be my first trip there. I'm flying into MNL during the first week of August. Is there anyway to arrange for a taxi before I get there? Or should I just hire one at the airport? How much should I pay?
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1284482]To Ekspat,
Devera get alot of Korean tour group book up most of the room even they have 7 th floor after fully open and rise the price they still will get book fully, not easy to get a nice room at a decent price anymore here in AC, never stay at the exec room yet so not sure how much larger the room are might try it next time.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]Devera could get popular and the rates will go up. Right now it is nice and new. There is some big construction going on the next plot to Devera. Do not know if it is a new hotel? Or Devera extension with pool and more rooms.
Prices in AC accomodation have gone up significantly in spite of more hotels opening. When I was there just out of curiosity I stopped by or called few hotels to see if they had vacancies. All said they do. So rooms are not filling up and sooner or later lots of hotels will have promotions.
My stay at Devera hotel was comfortable except couple of late night brawls in next room. It seems a Korean guy got this girl pregnant and wanted her out. Girl was pleading, banging on the door, yelling to let her in. Security came and tried to sort it out. As usual generally in AC hotels do not call police.
[QUOTE=Wolfie0066;1285502]I'm going to The PI this year instead of Thailand. This will be my first trip there. I'm flying into MNL during the first week of August. Is there anyway to arrange for a taxi before I get there? Or should I just hire one at the airport? How much should I pay?[/QUOTE]Contact your hotel in AC. They will provide their car / van service to pick you up at the airport. Cost is 2500-3000 peso. Same upon return if you want, or you can take the bus back for about p600. Having the car waiting for just you is nice. The driver waits across the street, with a hotel shirt on and a sign with your name. No waiting in line for taxis.
Alternately, you can dicker for a better price for a taxi (hit / miss) at the airport.
[QUOTE=Sammon; 1285597]Devera could get popular and the rates will go up. Right now it is nice and new. There is some big construction going on the next plot to Devera. Do not know if it is a new hotel? Or Devera extension with pool and more rooms.
Prices in AC accomodation have gone up significantly in spite of more hotels opening. When I was there just out of curiosity I stopped by or called few hotels to see if they had vacancies. All said they do. So rooms are not filling up and sooner or later lots of hotels will have promotions.
My stay at Devera hotel was comfortable except couple of late night brawls in next room. It seems a Korean guy got this girl pregnant and wanted her out. Girl was pleading, banging on the door, yelling to let her in. Security came and tried to sort it out. As usual generally in AC hotels do not call police.[/QUOTE]To Sammon.
I think that buliding is a condo so far only six floor are open seven floor will open soon and the pool and resturant at the roof, I am sure why may is normally a slow season I check pacific breeze are also book full so I stay at the central on my last night and head to Olongapo for a few days and have a good time there.
Fast Eddie 48
I spent 2 night here and it was fully booked except for a junior suite. Everything looked new and staff was very caring and accommodating. It's about 5 min walk to field ave. After checked in, I went there around 1:30am and did bar hopping. It looked like good stocks got depleted because it was not impressed with the quality and asking barfine was 1800-2000. So I went back emptied hand and felt I wasted my time here. Next evening, I realized that Devera was next to Pony Tail bar. I checked it out aroung 6pm and they had 75 in stock. I took the advice fom this forum and I talked to a Mama. She presented 7 fresh meat and BF was only 1500. I got a fresh one.
Location: pony tail.
Name: Anita.
Age: 23.
Look: 6. 5 on stage; 5 in plain clothes.
Sex: 6 (I had to coach her a lot)
Pussy: 9 (I was hurting her. Her exbf popped her cherry and I was her second man)
Anal: na.
BJ: 3 (she's new, she tried hard and almost vomited a few times)
GFE: 9.
Damage: 1500 bf + tips
[QUOTE=Key Master; 1256199]Eddie,
Are you considered a light sleeper? Do you get woken up regularly by odd noises when you sleep even if it's the slightest of noises to most people? I do and maybe less so than before but still am considered a light sleeper. I think when someone asks about quiet rooms, that's usually an indication that they are probably a light sleeper and if you are not one like that, then you may not understand the problems that come with it. I love nice beds too, but I find out the hard way that even with a nice mattress, I can't sleep well with noises from trikes and construction or people making noise by talking in the hallways or videoke machines just outside a window.
Jack,
Also, if it gets really bad and you are willing to pay for it, you may want to just pay up and stay at Wild Orchid. It's a little expensive for what you get, but the rooms in back by the pool were extremely quiet, but you have to pay for that luxury. There was no ethernet connection in room though. For me, staying on actual Fields or Perimeter are pretty tough propositions for light sleepers.[/QUOTE]Thanks. I once had a job where I had to stay in a hotel next to the interstate. After day one, my productivity was nil because the interstate had heavy semi traffic 24/7. In the wilderness, I have been known to wake from a car seven miles away. Although conditions have to be just right for me to hear that. According to tests, I could hear everything a dog can hear, up to 200K Hz. So I probably would not retire to AC, but it sounds like great fun for a vacation.
Well, you got to feel for those dogs. They don't have choice.
[QUOTE=Jack Burton;1296770]Thanks. I once had a job where I had to stay in a hotel next to the interstate. After day one, my productivity was nil because the interstate had heavy semi traffic 24/7. In the wilderness, I have been known to wake from a car seven miles away. Although conditions have to be just right for me to hear that. According to tests, I could hear everything a dog can hear, up to 200K Hz. So I probably would not retire to AC, but it sounds like great fun for a vacation.[/QUOTE]
Hey gents,
I'm planning my first trip to AC. 2nd to the Phils in late August. Some typical newbie questions:
- how long is it to reach AC by taxi from the international airport in Manila? Is it safe to cab it if the flight lands late at night in MNL (say around 9-11pm)? Or would you guys recommend to spend the night in MNL and get to AC the following day?
- what would be a good hotel to stay, which is near the action for around 1000-1300 / night? Not concerned about brakefest but wifi is a must and a pool would be a nice bonus but not vital.
- weather wise, is that a good season? Or is it the rainy season / hurricane season?
- roughly speaking, what are the current rates for ST and LT at the bars in AC?
Apologies for the newby questions, I will read the entire AC section as my trip approaches.
Thanks!
I prefer to spend a night or two in MNL and then take one of the hotel bus services like FLy the Bus. But the cheapest hotel with a pool is going to be 2500 or over in Manila. Has anyone stayed at Copacabana lately? It has a pool and is directly across from the EDSA Entertainment ctr, and is also near a bus station. If you plan to go to AC the next day, you probably don't need a pool.
Nevertheless, a late night ride to AC has some advantages. Traffic should be light, so about one hour. Also you avoid the check in / check out at a Manila Hotel. I'm not sure how much a cabbie from the airport will charge you, but they would probably be more trustworthy than a taxi you flag on the street somewhere. For safety reasons, you might ask how long he has already been driving. You don't want a sleepy driver.
There will be a lot of rain July thru September. You can buy an umbrella at the mall. Take (or buy) sandals for when the rain is heavy to avoid wet shoes. X.
[QUOTE=Sprite13; 1298453]Hey gents,
I'm planning my first trip to AC. 2nd to the Phils in late August. Some typical newbie questions:
- how long is it to reach AC by taxi from the international airport in Manila? Is it safe to cab it if the flight lands late at night in MNL (say around 9-11pm)? Or would you guys recommend to spend the night in MNL and get to AC the following day?
- what would be a good hotel to stay, which is near the action for around 1000-1300 / night? Not concerned about brakefest but wifi is a must and a pool would be a nice bonus but not vital.
- weather wise, is that a good season? Or is it the rainy season / hurricane season?
- roughly speaking, what are the current rates for ST and LT at the bars in AC?
Apologies for the newby questions, I will read the entire AC section as my trip approaches.
Thanks![/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man; 1298580]Nevertheless, a late night ride to AC has some advantages. Traffic should be light, so about one hour. Also you avoid the check in / check out at a Manila Hotel. I'm not sure how much a cabbie from the airport will charge you, but they would probably be more trustworthy than a taxi you flag on the street somewhere. For safety reasons, you might ask how long he has already been driving. You don't want a sleepy driver.
X.[/QUOTE]Your AC hotel will provide a car to pick you up at the Manila airport for less than a cabbie will charge you. A cabbie from the Manila airport will want 3500-6000 pesos. Your AC hotel will charge you 2700-3000, depending on whether you want a car or van for pickup. Also, the hotel driver is dedicated to getting you to your hotel and knows exactly where it is.
[QUOTE=Sprite13; 1298453]Hey gents,
I'm planning my first trip to AC. 2nd to the Phils in late August. Some typical newbie questions:
- how long is it to reach AC by taxi from the international airport in Manila? Is it safe to cab it if the flight lands late at night in MNL (say around 9-11pm)? Or would you guys recommend to spend the night in MNL and get to AC the following day?
- what would be a good hotel to stay, which is near the action for around 1000-1300 / night? Not concerned about brakefest but wifi is a must and a pool would be a nice bonus but not vital.
- weather wise, is that a good season? Or is it the rainy season / hurricane season?
- roughly speaking, what are the current rates for ST and LT at the bars in AC?
Apologies for the newby questions, I will read the entire AC section as my trip approaches.
Thanks![/QUOTE]To Sprite 13.
Hotel for 1300 p I think Central park at 1400 p is a good options and location same owner as the Pacific breeze near by you can use the pool there just get a courtesy pass form the front desk should paid a little more 1950 p at Pacific breeze better room, taxi to ac from Manila will cost 2500 p one way I would spend 1-2 day in manila first, I was in AC and manila late may for 10 days it was dry only rain one day that mean it will be very late wet season like last yr when all the flood in early aug.
Barfine most small bar at field start at 1500 p include FS tip is option I tip 200-300 p if service is good, the bigger bar with better Quality girl like the Camelot, Blue nile and Crystal palace is 1900 to 3000 p don't be cheap if you are only going to be here for a few days go for a 3000 p super hot girl for one night about 75 USD now I am back in the US and I say to myself I should of barfine the 3000p girl not to save 1500 p for a 1500 p girl.
Fast Eddie 48
Thanks guys for your feedback and answering my questions (X-Man, West Coast and Fast Eddie 48) very much appreciated guys!
So to recap, a cab ride from the MNL international aiport at night to AC will take about an hour and should go for around 2700-3000, sounds good to me. After spending almost 24 hours on a plane, I wouldn't mind paying for a private car to get me to my hotel without any hassle. Much better than hagging with a cab outside the airport.
Is there like a guide to the AC scene in here like the one in say the tremendously helpful Bubba guide in the Rio forum? Rio was my fav playground before but lately, I've been having the yellow fever and it's been Asia for the past 2 years.
Fast Eddie,
Thanks for the hotel suggestion (Cental Park) , I'm going to look at it. Is it near the action or not?
Also, if I were to arrive at my hotel around midnight, which bar would you suggest for a first timer for his first night in AC? Open to all suggestions guys!
Thanks again!
[QUOTE=Sprite13; 1298453]Hey gents,
I'm planning my first trip to AC. 2nd to the Phils in late August. Some typical newbie questions:
- how long is it to reach AC by taxi from the international airport in Manila? Is it safe to cab it if the flight lands late at night in MNL (say around 9-11pm)? Or would you guys recommend to spend the night in MNL and get to AC the following day?
- what would be a good hotel to stay, which is near the action for around 1000-1300 / night? Not concerned about brakefest but wifi is a must and a pool would be a nice bonus but not vital.
- weather wise, is that a good season? Or is it the rainy season / hurricane season?
- roughly speaking, what are the current rates for ST and LT at the bars in AC?
Apologies for the newby questions, I will read the entire AC section as my trip approaches.
Thanks![/QUOTE]I always spend a few days in MNL before heading up to A. C, but you don't have to. If you want to leave directly from the airport, you can pick up transportation (about 2 hrs to A. C.) at the small building across from the exit of the arrivals terminal (or you could venture down the ramp to the pick-up area for the same service). It should cost somewhere between p2, 700 and p3, 000). If you need pesos, change a see-note before leaving the terminal (you'll see the money changers against the back wall).
I always stay at Sunset Garden in A. C. Which fits your price range, and they do have a pool, wi-fi and a resto.
August weather can be quite rainy in the Philippines, and you could run into something; so, be sure to bring a small umbrella, flip-flops, and maybe a rain jacket: you'll be OK. The bars will still be open.
[QUOTE=Docwiltro;1298934]I always stay at Sunset Garden in A. C. Which fits your price range, and they do have a pool, wi-fi and a resto. August weather can be quite rainy in the Philippines, and you could run into something; so, be sure to bring a small umbrella, flip-flops, and maybe a rain jacket: you'll be OK. The bars will still be open.[/QUOTE]I like Sunset Gardens. Tall palm trees and nice pool, large beds, not far from Perimeter road bars, and 15mins stroll to Fields. Only thing is the wireless is not password protected. On returning home, Google Analytics picked up on people from Phils visiting my homepage which has nothing to do with Phils, and I still get the occassional hit. I wouldn't use unsecured wireless for internet banking.
Anything you need, you can pick up cheaply locally. Umbrellas all around for about 100 pesos.
[QUOTE=Docwiltro; 1298934]I always spend a few days in MNL before heading up to A. C, but you don't have to. If you want to leave directly from the airport, you can pick up transportation (about 2 hrs to A. C.) at the small building across from the exit of the arrivals terminal (or you could venture down the ramp to the pick-up area for the same service). It should cost somewhere between p2, 700 and p3, 000). If you need pesos, change a see-note before leaving the terminal (you'll see the money changers against the back wall).
I always stay at Sunset Garden in A. C. Which fits your price range, and they do have a pool, wi-fi and a resto.
August weather can be quite rainy in the Philippines, and you could run into something; so, be sure to bring a small umbrella, flip-flops, and maybe a rain jacket: you'll be OK. The bars will still be open.[/QUOTE]The attached pic, I saw on Youtube under "JPD." Are you the same guy? I watch your videos of meeting girls in AC and I am a fan. Keep up the good work if you are the same guy.
In another posted, you had mentioend Candy Bar. I have gone there often and I like it a lot! The price was around 1,100P the last time I was there. The girls are nice and have always provided me with good sex. I prefer Candy Bar over most of the bars on Fields Ave. There are several post of Candy Bar on YouTube for guys who want to take a look inside the bar. The girls are not 10s, but they look good to me. I have always loved nice and sweet brown skin Filipinas and Candy Bar has them (as opposed to the whiter skin Filipinas at the big clubs on Fields Ave).
[QUOTE=Sprite13; 1298884]Thanks guys for your feedback and answering my questions (X-Man, West Coast and Fast Eddie 48) very much appreciated guys!
So to recap, a cab ride from the MNL international aiport at night to AC will take about an hour and should go for around 2700-3000, sounds good to me. After spending almost 24 hours on a plane, I wouldn't mind paying for a private car to get me to my hotel without any hassle. Much better than hagging with a cab outside the airport.
Is there like a guide to the AC scene in here like the one in say the tremendously helpful Bubba guide in the Rio forum? Rio was my fav playground before but lately, I've been having the yellow fever and it's been Asia for the past 2 years.
Fast Eddie,
Thanks for the hotel suggestion (Cental Park) , I'm going to look at it. Is it near the action or not?
Also, if I were to arrive at my hotel around midnight, which bar would you suggest for a first timer for his first night in AC? Open to all suggestions guys!
Thanks again![/QUOTE]If you are looking for cheap vacation (looks like you are) ,
1. Go to balibago. Com It has all info about hotels and prices. Call individual hotels and try to negotiate the best price. Sometimes they give you a discount if you are staying for a week or more.
2. Hotels on and around fields avenue are on the expensive side.
3. Bars on fields avenue charge more for barfine.
4. If you are arriving late why not stay one night in Manila? There are cheap hotels near Manila bay cafe. You can get a girl there cheap if you are not too picky.
5. Next morning just walk down to swagmans and take fly the bus for 600 pesos. It will drop you and your bags to your chosen hotel in AC.
Your thinking of paying 3000 pesos for taxi will cover room, girl and maybe bus fare.
6. You can go to perimeter bars and barfine girls cheap. But do stop in fields avenue bars for experience.
7. There are discos where you can pick up freelancers cheap. Just lock up your valuables in safe deposit box. All hotels have them either in the room or at reception.
[QUOTE=Sprite13; 1298453]Hey gents,
I'm planning my first trip to AC. 2nd to the Phils in late August. Some typical newbie questions:
- how long is it to reach AC by taxi from the international airport in Manila? Is it safe to cab it if the flight lands late at night in MNL (say around 9-11pm)? Or would you guys recommend to spend the night in MNL and get to AC the following day?
- what would be a good hotel to stay, which is near the action for around 1000-1300 / night? Not concerned about brakefest but wifi is a must and a pool would be a nice bonus but not vital.
- weather wise, is that a good season? Or is it the rainy season / hurricane season?
- roughly speaking, what are the current rates for ST and LT at the bars in AC?
Apologies for the newby questions, I will read the entire AC section as my trip approaches.
Thanks![/QUOTE]I think you should start reading now! You have a lot to dig thru and seem to be a little bit out of touch. Not every bit of advice will be true for everyone here. A lot of differences in the people for why they go there and what they want to get out of it.
[QUOTE=Key Master;1299051]I think you should start reading now! You have a lot to dig thru and seem to be a little bit out of touch. Not every bit of advice will be true for everyone here. A lot of differences in the people for why they go there and what they want to get out of it.[/QUOTE]To Key,
You are right everyone is different many Newbie question all you can do is offer adivce if they don't listen no alot you can do, for Sprite newbie never been to AC is better for him to just stay 1-2 night in Manila and take the fly by bus to AC but again he might not even like AC after he see the Place and want to leave and go back to Manila.
Fast Eddie 48
Thanks guys, very much appreciated for all your feedback.
The bar / gogo experience is not new to me, I lived in BKK last year and Soi Cowboy was a place I spent a lot of time plus I would go on the weekends to Pattaya.
Is the gogo scene in AC similar to BKK / Patts or different?
Hi Guys!
I have been to AC twice and just want to quickly share my hotel experiences. First time (2010) I stayed at the Donald Paul Appartelle. The owner was really nice, a crazy American, however my room was quite shady and not cosy at all. It was dark and bathroom didn't look really clean. No internet in the room and downstairs heavy problems with the connection. Price was quite low, but I think you get much better for the same money. So no recommendation for this one from my side.
Second time (2011) I stayed at Pacific Breeze, which was a bit above my usual budget, but I wanted to give myself a good time after a tough year. I think location of PB is just perfect, quite, but just a few steps from the action. I didn't have any problems there, safe and internet was working without any probs, room was very clean and security makes sure no girl leaves the hotel before the guard / reception has doublechecked with you that everything is ok. Only complain I have is that the mattress was quit hard, I couldn't sleep very well because of that and was suffering pain in lower back. However, that's just a personal thing and I might be totally fine for others of you. So from my side a recommendation for this Pacific Breeze.
This year my wingman and me are thinking of renting a nice 2 bedroom apartment in AC rather than going to an hotel again. It should be close by the action as well (walking distance). I tried google and this thread but couldn't really find something. We are just staying 2 weeks. Does anybody has any advice regarding apartments? Would be much appreciated.
Sorry for any language mistakes, but I am not a native English speaker.
Nordmann
[QUOTE=Nordmann; 1301742]Hi Guys!
Second time (2011) I stayed at Pacific Breeze, which was a bit above my usual budget, but I wanted to give myself a good time after a tough year. I think location of PB is just perfect, quite, but just a few steps from the action. I didn't have any problems there, safe and internet was working without any probs, room was very clean and security makes sure no girl leaves the hotel before the guard / reception has doublechecked with you that everything is ok. Only complain I have is that the mattress was quit hard, I couldn't sleep very well because of that and was suffering pain in lower back. However, that's just a personal thing and I might be totally fine for others of you. So from my side a recommendation for this Pacific Breeze.
Nordmann[/QUOTE]Do you remember the price?
IT
[QUOTE=Vielendank; 1302088]Here is their link. I stay there all the time and it's a good hotel. The cheapest room is about $48. 00 a night and goes up to about $70. 00 or so. They have 24 hour bar / restaurant, pool, free wi-fi, when a girl leaves they will call your room to make sure all is OK, gym on top of the new wing, and it's clean and quiet. I would highly recommend it also. They can also arrange airport pickup for about 400-500 pesos.
[url]http://www.pacificbreezehotel.com/[/url][/QUOTE]Problems in bringin in more than one (I want to make a nice birthday party!)
IT
[QUOTE=Vielendank;1302092]No problem at all. I have had 4 girls in my room at one time. These were local girls that I know from going there for work all the time and not bargirls. I have seen guys at the pool area with harems. I will be there in August again for work so if your there then let me know and I'll buy you a beer.[/QUOTE]A pity for the beer. May be next time I'll be in another paradise in August. Russia with the palewhite blondes (and brunetkas too). Totally different from the LBFM og Philippines.
Some are not beauties. Like Inga I just post a memento. But they are so horny that nothing is impossible. Just a couple of samples... a pig and a girl to love...
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?1080-Anal-Connoisseurs&p=696282&viewfull=1#post696282[/url]
Ivol one of my best pics in the FSU (Former Soviet Union...)
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=86690[/url]
her lips was definitevely the best place for my tongue (bith upper and under!)
PS may be next year! (for the beer)
IT.
[QUOTE=Vielendank;1302138]Thanks for the treat. One thing I did forget to tell you is that the way the PB controls who comes in and out of your room is that when you leave the Oahu Wing there is a young guy at the door you hand your key too and when you come back you just tell him the room number and he gives you your keys and up to the room you go. They don't ask for any information from the girl when you go in and just ask her what room she left on her way out and they call you to make sure your balls are still attached. If you are in the main wing where the rest / bar is you just give your key to the front desk when you leave the building. Housekeeping also uses your key that you leave at the front desk or with the door guy to get into your room to clean. I am already well aquainted with the girls from Russia. I spent some time there at the embassy in Moscow when I was in the Marines. I go back every couple years and visit some friends. Have a good trip wherever you go.[/QUOTE]Thanks seems a good situation for safety.
I hate when they rob my nuts ihihih.
Hi there.
IT
[QUOTE=Sammon;1285597]Devera could get popular and the rates will go up. Right now it is nice and new.[/QUOTE]I guess it is already popular and prices have gone up recently. The rate for my preferred room is now roughly 20% higher than in May. Most likely for other rooms as well.
But still good prices for a new modern hotel and the convenient location IMO.
Arrived on a Sunday, believing traffic would be light from Manila. Wrong! It was heaving with rain. I alighted at Wild Orchard, intending to stay 3 nights. I stayed one night, booked out at sparrow fart, not before nuking a freelancer starfish. Had a job getting her to go, she being quite talented in the 'cling on' department. I guess she wanted to knock about the hotel pool and bar area, which I admit is rather pleasant. The food is fairly good given the standard of food in AC. Hell Gentlemen! How do you all survive on the sub par food in AC? So busy mongering you don't notice the rippoff tastelessness.
Rate of 4200p per night with 5% discount for cash payment. Rooms are huge and rather bland. A tip. Get all the 'Goodies' out of sight, or else She is going to help herself. I was fairly happy to move on to the older Orchid Inn Resort.
Located several hundred yards from Wild Orchard Resort in A. Santos st, just a short walk. On my way I witnessed the most ridiculous sight, early morning, of monger chasing his Pinay around in circles before a crowd of local onlookers. What fools some make of themselves. The spectacle was not worth watching I kept walking onward to Orchid Inn Resort.
Reception put me in one of the front rooms close to the road. I stayed one night in this particular room then insisted they move me to a quieter, worthy room, which they did. Windowless room, hardly noticed, afterall I'm only resting or doing sport most of the time. Put all the 'GOODIES' out of sight. Smallish bed for this Rugby player, but I suppose it makes it cosy for you and the girl. The bed took strain. Rooms are fairly small. They have a Showroom out front of reception which is larger according to my judgement. Never mind.
Stayed at Orchid Inn for 8 nights, most pleasant, with daily use of the pool for excersize. The Orchid is well located, I shall stay here in future and comes recommended by Yours Truly.
On Raymond st you have most of your freelancers operating and the location of Phillies bar is an excellent pickup spot for freelancers of whom I prefer over bargirls and the proverbial barfine.
Hi, Just to be sure when I read in the forum about Angeles Beach Club is that the same place as ABC Hotel?
I have my first trip to Angeles soon and just want to be sure.
Has anyone stayed in the Tune Hotel? There are so many positive reviews on Tripadvisor.
[QUOTE=BrainDrain; 1309639]Hi, Just to be sure when I read in the forum about Angeles Beach Club is that the same place as ABC Hotel?
I have my first trip to Angeles soon and just want to be sure.[/QUOTE]Yes, same place
[QUOTE=Tiger 888;1310079]Has anyone stayed in the Tune Hotel? There are so many positive reviews on Tripadvisor.[/QUOTE]Its not a mongering hotel. I have stayed in few tunes (not in AC) and I can tell you rooms are small, beds are small and you end up paying from everything like aricon extra. Not bad if you have to crash for few hours but it would be pain in the ass to stay longer. You are also far from Fields so keep that in mind if you intend to play on fields.
[QUOTE=Ekspat; 1306867]I guess it is already popular and prices have gone up recently. The rate for my preferred room is now roughly 20% higher than in May. Most likely for other rooms as well.
But still good prices for a new modern hotel and the convenient location IMO.[/QUOTE]What about the construction noise there? They say they do build on the 8th floor.
[QUOTE=Tiger 888;1311425]What about the construction noise there? They say they do build on the 8th floor.[/QUOTE]To Tiger
I stay at Devera in May during the construction on the 5th floor didn't hear any nosie, all construction should be done by now not sure about the resturant and the pool on the roof top just email them and get an update.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Tiger 888;1311425]What about the construction noise there? They say they do build on the 8th floor.[/QUOTE]They do. It was noisy at daytime, but for me still okay, not too bad. At night of course no construction ongoing.
[QUOTE=BrainDrain; 1309639]Hi, Just to be sure when I read in the forum about Angeles Beach Club is that the same place as ABC Hotel?
I have my first trip to Angeles soon and just want to be sure.[/QUOTE]Yes it is the same.
Also stayed at the Orchid inn. Jasmine wing down the back.
Reccomend the 1st or 2nd floors. Ground floor was a bit stifling for me.
Found the rooms a little run down but still clean.
The maid alocated to each floor was fine.
Some rooms receive wifi better than others.
Front desk were efficient although a smile wouldn't kill them.
Security was really good. Call when girl leaves. Call if girl arrives without invitation.
The cantina was ok. Being my first trip and first hotel in the phils, I thought the service and food were ordinary.
But after travelling a bit the realisation is that all food and service in the phils is ordinary.
So the Orchid inn is about average. Someone could teach the waitresses to smile and maybe act like they remember you after a few days. Really I spent 8 nights there every breakfast there and yet everyday was like I just landed. Zero recognition. Maybe I am not handsome enough?
The pool is great.
ATM in the hotel.
Money changed at the hotel.
Pool table.
Sure it has some small problems but the owner has done a pretty good job with this hotel.
I will be happy to go back there again.
[QUOTE=BrainDrain; 1309639]Hi, Just to be sure when I read in the forum about Angeles Beach Club is that the same place as ABC Hotel?
I have my first trip to Angeles soon and just want to be sure.[/QUOTE]As others have said, it is one in the same. IMO, it is the best hotel in Angeles if you can afford a buck-fifty a night for hotel accommodations. I don't stay there because of the expense, but I always stop in for the lunch buffet and later, for a few drinks at the roof-top lounge. Recently, they added a new addition, all suites: the top notch place to hang your hat in Angeles. The only other hotel I'd put on the same level is the Wild Orchid, but ABC is a class operation all the way. Check out the pool parties, the best ones in Angeles City.
[url]http://youtu.be/WgmkbbCWQAU[/url]
[QUOTE=Docwiltro; 1316010]As others have said, it is one in the same. IMO, it is the best hotel in Angeles if you can afford a buck-fifty a night for hotel accommodations. I don't stay there because of the expense, but I always stop in for the lunch buffet and later, for a few drinks at the roof-top lounge. Recently, they added a new addition, all suites: the top notch place to hang your hat in Angeles. The only other hotel I'd put on the same level is the Wild Orchid, but ABC is a class operation all the way. Check out the pool parties, the best ones in Angeles City.
[url]http://youtu.be/WgmkbbCWQAU[/url][/QUOTE]I've stayed there twice recently and I agree completely. The place is wonderfully ostentatious, a little outré and lots of fun.
Hello Teamsatan,
I have booked a Deluxe Room at Orchid Inn at PHP 2650 a night for 6 nights but after reading your report I'm a bit discouraged to go there. I had thought it to be a good hotel! Don't know what to do?
[QUOTE=Teamsatan; 1314444]Also stayed at the Orchid inn. Jasmine wing down the back. Reccomend the 1st or 2nd floors. Ground floor was a bit stifling for me.
Found the rooms a little run down but still clean. The maid alocated to each floor was fine. I will be happy to go back there again.[/QUOTE]
If you want an american feeling hotel Lewis Grand hotel is the place to go. They have awesome food, to me it was way above ABC. Personally I couldn't take more than one night at ABC, it was too scummy. It had a moldy stench and I had a lot of problems with things breaking, I stayed in the newer rooms. The front desk girls and door guys were awesome other than that it was a disaster. If you go for a GFE experience I don't think it can be had in this place.
I have stayed at ABC and Lewis. They are both very good. Both hotels are extremely GF, duh. Here is my comparison valuation:
ABC is a shorter walk to Fields. ABC has pool girls for EWR (a big plus). ABC has the bordello decor. ABC rooms are a tad bigger with couches and all bathrooms have separate Jacuzzis (a plus).
Lewis Grand has normal western decor airy rooms. The Lewis is cheaper. The Lewis restaurant is much better (a plus). The Lewis pool is much, much, much better because the pool is 3 or 4 times larger than ABC's pool and in the sun most of the day. (A shading option is provided for every lounge chair.) In addition the Lewis pool patio surrounding the pool is 10x larger than at ABC. So all in all the pool is a big plus for the Lewis. You are more likely to encounter normal guests at the Lewis, which is anthropologically interesting but otherwise not a big deal for me.
I am coming back to AC in February. I already booked the Lewis Grand. The pool and the restaurant won me over. I will miss the ABC pool girls and walk a little further to the action.
[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo;1316161](.) Both hotels are extremely GF, duh. (.)[/QUOTE]Is there such thing as a non GF hotel? Just curious if a AC hotel owner has lost his sanity.
[QUOTE=Manfield04; 1316123]Hello Teamsatan,
I have booked a Deluxe Room at Orchid Inn at PHP 2650 a night for 6 nights but after reading your report I'm a bit discouraged to go there. I had thought it to be a good hotel! Don't know what to do?[/QUOTE]Don't get discouraged, you reading too much into your stay. I spent 8 nights at Orchid Inn, standard room, and I intend to do so in future. Location is ideal.
[QUOTE=Manfield04; 1316123]Hello Teamsatan,
I have booked a Deluxe Room at Orchid Inn at PHP 2650 a night for 6 nights but after reading your report I'm a bit discouraged to go there. I had thought it to be a good hotel! Don't know what to do?[/QUOTE]Did you put a deposit down? If not, you can probably just cancel it if you want to. The other thing is, if you get there and don't like it, and it's not a crazy time when the place is really busy, it's not likely you'll have a problem changing to another hotel. Lots of people are constantly changing their plans when they are there.
[QUOTE=Escort Fan;1316191]Is there such thing as a non GF hotel? Just curious if a AC hotel owner has lost his sanity.[/QUOTE]I don't think there is any such thing as a non-gf-ly hotel in AC. The whole place seems designed to bring girls into your hotel.
[QUOTE=Manfield04; 1316123]Hello Teamsatan,
I have booked a Deluxe Room at Orchid Inn at PHP 2650 a night for 6 nights but after reading your report I'm a bit discouraged to go there. I had thought it to be a good hotel! Don't know what to do?[/QUOTE]Most hotels offer a discount for cash. Don't pay for the whole stay with a CC on your first day (you may have trouble getting a refund if you xfer hotels in the middle of your stay). Offer to pay daily.
[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo; 1316161]I have stayed at ABC and Lewis. They are both very good. Both hotels are extremely GF, duh. Here is my comparison valuation:
ABC is a shorter walk to Fields. ABC has pool girls for EWR (a big plus). ABC has the bordello decor. ABC rooms are a tad bigger with couches and all bathrooms have separate Jacuzzis (a plus).
Lewis Grand has normal western decor airy rooms. The Lewis is cheaper. The Lewis restaurant is much better (a plus). The Lewis pool is much, much, much better because the pool is 3 or 4 times larger than ABC's pool and in the sun most of the day. (A shading option is provided for every lounge chair.) In addition the Lewis pool patio surrounding the pool is 10x larger than at ABC. So all in all the pool is a big plus for the Lewis. You are more likely to encounter normal guests at the Lewis, which is anthropologically interesting but otherwise not a big deal for me.
I am coming back to AC in February. I already booked the Lewis Grand. The pool and the restaurant won me over. I will miss the ABC pool girls and walk a little further to the action.[/QUOTE]You haven't been in the last year or so. The pool is extended and it has a build in bar / restaurant on the other side. It also has a secret room for fucking and few other things. ABC's pool is much much better then LGH unless you need the pool for swimming. As you said with the pool bar girls the atmosphere is also much better around ABC then LGH. As for the sun you are right but do you really need it and want it? Its worm enough even in the shade infect I prefer the shade that ABC has.
As for the restaurant hm, I find LGH resto little better then the SM mall restaurants but thats about it. Its cheaper the ABC and has more choice but other then the Filipino food (I would say best Filipino dishes in AC) the rest is mediocre at best. Best thing about the resto is the fact that they have an indoor area as well which at times when its too hot or a raining hard is useful. The food overall is good but nowhere near as good as ABC. ABC has lot less choice, lot smaller menu which can get boring and stail if you stay there for a week or more and you only eat in the hotel but the food is great. Also Variasia (the new resto) is a good addition if you enjoy asian food. ABC restaurants are much more expensive then LGH but they also have deals like a 3 course meal for 500p which is great value and better option at least for me as I sleep in and combine breakfast and lunch into one LOL.
What wins it for me is ABC's car service and the BED. I can use and abuse the car service as much as I like for free and there is plenty of them around. Trips to the malls, to GF's place to anywhere within AC are free. Same with airport pick up and drop offs to Clark.
Ahhh the BED. Capitals on purpose. Building 2 bed is best bed for fucking that I have ever experienced. I love it so much that I now have one in Aus. You just have to try it to understand what I am talking about. The new building has the most comfortable beds for sleeping but I still prefer the old beds. LGH has bigger beds (they can both handle 4-5 girls LOL) but not the same. Don't get me wrong they are both GREAT but I prefer ABC.
I can understand guys wanting a normal hotel and yeah the bordello decor is not for everyone. At the end of the day the way I see it I spend 5-6 months a year in normal 4 – 5 stars hotels like LGH so when in AC I want something different.
Thanks for the sensible advice. I haven't paid yet but I have been informed that my booking is confirmed. I may follow your advice to pay daily. Thanks again.
[QUOTE=Westcoast1;1316465]Most hotels offer a discount for cash. Don't pay for the whole stay with a CC on your first day (you may have trouble getting a refund if you xfer hotels in the middle of your stay). Offer to pay daily.[/QUOTE]
I haven't deposited anything yet as I was not asked. However, they have informed me that my booking is confirmed. I'll follow your advice and those of Westcoast and Noddy. Thanks.
[QUOTE=Key Master;1316360]Did you put a deposit down? If not, you can probably just cancel it if you want to. The other thing is, if you get there and don't like it, and it's not a crazy time when the place is really busy, it's not likely you'll have a problem changing to another hotel. Lots of people are constantly changing their plans when they are there.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Natty Bumpo;1316161]ABC is a shorter walk to Fields. ABC has pool girls for EWR (a big plus). ABC has the bordello decor. ABC rooms are a tad bigger with couches and all bathrooms have separate Jacuzzis (a plus)[/QUOTE]I know it will be obvious, What does EWR stand for?
Am looking forward to a ABC Hotel pool party. Hopefully there will be one when I am there. The hotel's Events page is out of date.
[QUOTE=BrainDrain; 1316590]I know it will be obvious, What does EWR stand for?
Am looking forward to a ABC Hotel pool party. Hopefully there will be one when I am there. The hotel's Events page is out of date.[/QUOTE]EWR. Early work release aka bar fine. Pool parties are around the same time every year. Have a look at the events page and you will a pattern. They do them just before the drain the pool. The thing is you can have your own pool party, just pick up a girl or two and tell them to invite their friends the following the day. You will be surprised how many friends will show up and how quick the whole thing can get out of control but still lots of fun
[QUOTE=BrainDrain;1316590]Am looking forward to a ABC Hotel pool party. Hopefully there will be one when I am there. The hotel's Events page is out of date.[/QUOTE]Last ABC pool party to my knowledge was 8 June. Just one of very few 'cultural' events in AC
[QUOTE=Wicked Roger;1316744]Last ABC pool party to my knowledge was 8 June. Just one of very few 'cultural' events in AC[/QUOTE]8 July WR. There is one always around indenpendence day 4of July which is the best one. Other times from memory are around end of October October and early March.
How is Hana Hotel nowadays? I've never stayed there but as a budget traveler I can't stay at the LG this year. I've gotten bedbug bites every time I've stayed at Walkabout. It's been about 2 years since I've visited AC and I was hoping to visit in 4-5 months. Any word on the value of Hana Hotel? Basically am I going to lose a finger to a massive bug or my feet rot off by walking barefoot on the floor?
I just check Devera hotel for end of OCT they still offer promotion discount you can book a JR Standard room for as low as 1200 p a night. The room is very small but have inroom safe, large flat screen tv and frig.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Manfield04; 1316123]Hello Teamsatan,
I have booked a Deluxe Room at Orchid Inn at PHP 2650 a night for 6 nights but after reading your report I'm a bit discouraged to go there. I had thought it to be a good hotel! Don't know what to do?[/QUOTE]Hotels are like women. Everyone has different tastes.
Sure the OI is a little rough around the edges but it just has a nice "feel".
Try it you may love it.
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1317314]I just check Devera hotel for end of OCT they still offer promotion discount you can book a JR Standard room for as low as 1200 p a night. The room is very small but have inroom safe, large flat screen tv and frig.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]I think it is better to book slightly bigger room for promotional price of 1500 pesos. Still the room feels small compared to superior room at Royal amsterdam at 2200 pesos.
[QUOTE=Sammon;1317580]I think it is better to book slightly bigger room for promotional price of 1500 pesos. Still the room feels small compared to superior room at Royal amsterdam at 2200 pesos.[/QUOTE]To Sammon,
The small room without window is not a big deal for me even the DLX room is not that much bigger, I just want a clean room with frig and inroom safe and a big bed enough for 3 some.
Fast Eddie 48
I will be in AC in 2 weeks time and I'm very excited. After a quick read and search here, seems that the Devera is a good option for a first timer, not far from the action, not too expensive and quite comfortable if the pictures on their website are real.
Quick question: I'll have an international flight to catch at 9am on a Wednesday morning form Manila. I'm thinking of partying the night in AC and leave AC around 5am straight to the international airport in MNL. How's traffic at that time? Is that enough time to make it on time for an international flight? Is that enough time or should I play it safe and spend the night in Manila? I'd rather stay in AC than MNL to be honest. Thoughts / suggestions guys?
Much appreciated.
[QUOTE=Sprite13;1320861]Thoughts / suggestions guys?[/QUOTE]The traffic from AC till EDSA North should be okay at 5am. Then it depends on the weather IMO. If it's dry you are safe but in case of a heavy downpour across Manila your flight is most likely gone.
My 2 Sen.
[QUOTE=Sprite13; 1320861]I will be in AC in 2 weeks time and I'm very excited. After a quick read and search here, seems that the Devera is a good option for a first timer, not far from the action, not too expensive and quite comfortable if the pictures on their website are real.
Quick question: I'll have an international flight to catch at 9am on a Wednesday morning form Manila. I'm thinking of partying the night in AC and leave AC around 5am straight to the international airport in MNL. How's traffic at that time? Is that enough time to make it on time for an international flight? Is that enough time or should I play it safe and spend the night in Manila? I'd rather stay in AC than MNL to be honest. Thoughts / suggestions guys?
Much appreciated.[/QUOTE]Spend the night in Manila. You will want to be at the airport a good 2-3 hours prior to an international flight. Checkin at the counter can sometimes take an hour alone, much less going thru outbound immigration and x-ray security. I'd rather be at the airport by 6am (not 7am) , which means departing your Manila hotel by 5:30, or your AC hotel by 4:30am, just to make sure. Also I assume you are taking the AC hotel private car directly from the hotel to the Manila airport. If you take the bus, it makes multiple stops at other hotels for pickup, stops along the highway for a [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord140][CodeWord140][/url]-break, and stops in front of Swagman hotel in Malate, where you have to then x-fer to a taxi to the airport. Hate to see you miss an int'l flight (for weather or other reasons) , and get hit with a large ticket-change fee, just for one more night in AC. You can get a ST Havana Cafe or MBC girl in Manila for your last night. Bahala ka.
[QUOTE=Sprite13; 1320861]Quick question: I'll have an international flight to catch at 9am on a Wednesday morning form Manila. I'm thinking of partying the night in AC and leave AC around 5am straight to the international airport in MNL. How's traffic at that time? Is that enough time to make it on time for an international flight? Is that enough time or should I play it safe and spend the night in Manila? I'd rather stay in AC than MNL to be honest. Thoughts / suggestions guys?
Much appreciated.[/QUOTE]Sprite.
Take and follow WC's advice.
I have made the trip from AC to Manila at 1am and it still took me 2 hours to Cubao (in a private taxi) and this was not a wet day or a weekend! Just that there is always a problem on the roads in this country and as you get closer to the airport the poor road system just casuss more grief and trafic jams.
This is not Singapore, Thailand or HK this is the Philippines which is backward in its infrastructure. Pattaya to the international airport in Bangkok was 70 minutes the other day and I think not much difference in milage (?). So nice being on fast good roads and we were not travelling very quickly.
The airport is messy (and that is being nice) and WC is correct, it can take a long time to process. Murphy's Law says if you are in a hurry things will happen to slow you down and you could miss the flight.
So go to Manila the night before and party instead
It has a pool, but if you don't like LG, you won't like Hana.
[QUOTE=Kycuriosity;1317102]How is Hana Hotel nowadays? I've never stayed there but as a budget traveler I can't stay at the LG this year. I've gotten bedbug bites every time I've stayed at Walkabout. It's been about 2 years since I've visited AC and I was hoping to visit in 4-5 months. Any word on the value of Hana Hotel? Basically am I going to lose a finger to a massive bug or my feet rot off by walking barefoot on the floor?[/QUOTE]
Thank you guys for the very informative feedback. Very much appreciated. Looks like the soundest option would be to spend the night in Manila and that's what I'll be doing.
If anyone's in AC between the 14 to the 18th of Sept, pm me and would love to go for drinks and hunting with experienced AC hands.
Cheers guys.
What an excellent hotel for enjoying a stay in Angeles. Certainly not cheap but how good is the service.
It it gaudy and ostentacious. Yep.
24 hour Free porn channels can be flicked on and seem to be enjoyed by the ladies. When you consider western hotels charge equivalent of P800 for inroom porn, in AC it's free as P800 gets you a living breathing pornstar in your room.
On nites when I had multiple ladies the room can be serviced in twenty minutes. Clean sheets, clean towels, new toiletries, emptied bins. On one nite I did notice one of my earlier condoms was still in a bin. Ooops nearly came unstuck on that one.
I didn't try the resto.
In room bed was nice. Dedicated wi-fi in each room is good.
The driver service is also good. I utlised that for my longer trips. So free delivery in / around town.
The place was a full house the nights I was there. Must be doing something right.
Fortunately I'm only here for a short time so I enjoyed it.
Hey fellas!
I currently have reservations at PB and infinity. I need to choose one and release the other.
So far I have had some good reviews for both. PB has pool and airport pickup which I'd say give an advantage, but Infinity has nicer rooms and cheaper rate.
Anyone have any insight which may help tip the scale one way or another?
Dg1980
I gave a short reply earlier because I didn't have much time. I stayed there only once. I looked at a regular room and it wasn't acceptable. I don't remember why. Maybe no window. But I did stay in their "family" unit. It was huge and had extra beds. Not really necessary, but I didn't like the smaller rooms. I think the pool is the only reason you might want to stay there.
[QUOTE=Kycuriosity;1317102]How is Hana Hotel nowadays? I've never stayed there but as a budget traveler I can't stay at the LG this year. I've gotten bedbug bites every time I've stayed at Walkabout. It's been about 2 years since I've visited AC and I was hoping to visit in 4-5 months. Any word on the value of Hana Hotel? Basically am I going to lose a finger to a massive bug or my feet rot off by walking barefoot on the floor?[/QUOTE]
I decided to stay at the Devera this trip and was glad I did. I still like the Breeze and Amsterdam location, but the Devera has good rates, it is a clean, new hotel and the staff is friendly.
I will use it again, if I decide not to stay in the middle of everything on Fields.
Thanks for the info from the guys that posted first about this hotel.
I paid 2250 for an nice room and they charged me 5200p pesos for the round trip transport to NAIA in Manila, well worth for the time savings, plus I had really difficult flight times for public transport.
This is my first trip to Angeles City and I have booked a Deluxe Room at PHP 1850 per day at Phoenix Hotel.
Can anyone advise me if this is a good deal? Is the hotel as good as it used to be?
Thank you.
De Vera Hotel is talked about a lot on this forum, so I booked up and am staying there now. *
Firstly this is my second trip to AC. Last time I had a few nights at Pacific Breeze right in Fields (walking street) and a few at ABC (a ten minute walk from the end of Fields). At PB I had the cheapest room and at ABC I choose the cheapest option. *
I am staying in the DeVera Jr ex room (2100 a night). *
The DeVera looks new and everything is clean and in great condition. So why the report? *TV has about 20 poor TV channels, only 1 has music (mostly Korean-I live in Korea so it's ok for me) , no porn. If its your first time to AC you would be surprised at how many girls watch the porn channel, or at DeVera look for it. *
The shower. It is a pipe from the ceiling into a square shower head, not moveable at all. Inconvenient for both me and the girl. The shower is a big reason why I won't return to DeVera. 1 tiny bar of soap is an inconvenience, had to go to the store to buy, not expensive, but I would have expected it to be standard. **
I had an afternoon girl and then an over night sweetheart. The room comes with only 2 towels. I asked at reception for another, and the lady said it was 50 paso. I don't care about the cost, but she made a massive deal out of it. At ABC there are more towels in the room than you can use. *
Now you can tell me that some people staying at the hotel are not sex tourists, and I would take your word for it, but most of us are here to fuck hard and often. The problem is that my room is on the second floor and I can constantly hear beds moving on the floor. I can almost distinguish the sound of different rooms, as 1 stops another starts. Other than this the place is perfectly silent. I never hear other people or traffic, just beds squeaking on the floor. Not to sure how to suggest to the owner to put carpet under the feet. *
Overall. For about the same money, if you ignore the shower DeVera is in a whole other class to PB, and the difference in price between DeVera and ABC is massive, maybe double, depending on the room you choose. The main pro of ABC, was the bathroom is a great place to play in. Massive counter, bath, huge shower. *
I guess we all look for different things in a hotel. Do note the difference between DeVera and ABC is the cost of a bar fine!
Can anyone else confirm that the Central Park hotel is getting demolished? I just saw a picture on the Margarita Station website.
[QUOTE=Kycuriosity;1325940]Can anyone else confirm that the Central Park hotel is getting demolished? I just saw a picture on the Margarita Station website.[/QUOTE]I was just in AC. I noticed that it was closed. I emailed them and they said they are renovating the hotel and it would take at least 6 months. Too bad. Central Park was my go to hotel in AC.
[QUOTE=Dg1980; 1321954]Hey fellas!
I currently have reservations at PB and infinity. I need to choose one and release the other.
So far I have had some good reviews for both. PB has pool and airport pickup which I'd say give an advantage, but Infinity has nicer rooms and cheaper rate.
Anyone have any insight which may help tip the scale one way or another?
Dg1980[/QUOTE]I just stayed at the Infinity Hotel and I can recommend it. The hotel is pretty new I think. It's located above the Paradise Beer Garden. There are only 4 rooms, all located on the 2nd floor (above the bar). The bar wasn't open when I was there so I don't know if it is noisy when the bar is open. Everything in the room was in pretty good condition. I was in the economy room but it was still pretty big. There was room for a table with 2 stools and a love seat sofa. The air-conditioner is pretty new and there is a sound system for the tv. Some rooms are bigger than others but right now all the rooms are 1500 pesos. The only thing to note is there are no windows in the rooms. Also there's only a small staff working there and no one was able to provide me with the correct password for the wifi. I would consider staying there again because 1500 pesos is a great value for what you get.
[QUOTE=King Squared;1326491]I was just in AC. I noticed that it was closed. I emailed them and they said they are renovating the hotel and it would take at least 6 months. Too bad. Central Park was my go to hotel in AC.[/QUOTE]To King,
Yes they are rebuliding a bigger hotel I heard 4 floor may rename to Pacific Breeze new hotel price will go up, I think it will take more than 6 month.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=GosiwonBusan; 1325763]De Vera Hotel is talked about a lot on this forum, so I booked up and am staying there now. *
Firstly this is my second trip to AC. Last time I had a few nights at Pacific Breeze right in Fields (walking street) and a few at ABC (a ten minute walk from the end of Fields). At PB I had the cheapest room and at ABC I choose the cheapest option. *
I am staying in the DeVera Jr ex room (2100 a night). *
The DeVera looks new and everything is clean and in great condition. So why the report? *TV has about 20 poor TV channels, only 1 has music...[/QUOTE]To Gosiwon,
I didn't paid extra for towel I call front desk have maid bring extra towel no problem tipping is and option, yes some people don't like the rain shower you cannot made adjustment.
Fast Eddie 48
FYI,
I stayed at the Devera again this past weekend. I like the location and the staff, but want to point out a few issues. There another hotel being constructed next door and the work starts about 9:00 am and you CAN hear it. Also the floors are all marble and with concrete walls, anything that is said in the hallway is magnified. This is a bit of a pet peve with me, I wish that people would "think" a little before having long conversations with their buddies or the girls in the hall. Yes I can hear.
I don't expect anything to change, but feel better for venting. LOL.
Still a good hotel!
I'm trying to sort out accommodation for my trip after Christmas.
Would like to stay near the action (ABC?) , but was wondering how noisy it gets. I have looked through lots of reports on Trip Advisor and nobody appears to complain about noise, but I assume all the people wandering up and down Fields must cause a racket.
[QUOTE=Llantarnam; 1329762]I'm trying to sort out accommodation for my trip after Christmas.
Would like to stay near the action (ABC?) , but was wondering how noisy it gets. I have looked through lots of reports on Trip Advisor and nobody appears to complain about noise, but I assume all the people wandering up and down Fields must cause a racket.[/QUOTE]I stayed at ABC and can recommend it. The noise is not an issue. Most (all) of the rooms are already back from the streets with the rooms opening onto the inner sanctum of mongering heaven.
I didn't feel crowded on the street in AC. While it is busy with plenty of people it isn't crowded like Shanghai train stations.
THe noisiest room I ever had was a front room at America hotel. The noise was from the trikes. I doubt you would have problems at the ABC.
[QUOTE=Llantarnam; 1329762]I'm trying to sort out accommodation for my trip after Christmas.
Would like to stay near the action (ABC?) , but was wondering how noisy it gets. I have looked through lots of reports on Trip Advisor and nobody appears to complain about noise, but I assume all the people wandering up and down Fields must cause a racket.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=BrainDrain; 1329772]I stayed at ABC and can recommend it. The noise is not an issue. Most (all) of the rooms are already back from the streets with the rooms opening onto the inner sanctum of mongering heaven.
I didn't feel crowded on the street in AC. While it is busy with plenty of people it isn't crowded like Shanghai train stations.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the ffedback.
There look to be lots of decent hotels around Fields at reasonable prices. I know ABC is more expensive than most, but it is still good value when you conside what you can pay in some other Asian cities (I'm a frequent visitor to Singapore). I'm not going until March so I guess there is plenty of time to look around, but ABC is definately in pole position.
Guys,
I was in AC in the first part of September. I stayed at the Orchid Inn Resort. The location for the Orchid Inn Resort is ideal. Pretty close to everything. The rooms have free wi-fi and in-room safe. I had the superior deluxe room at 2750 PP per night.
At first I hated that hotel due to the noise. Everything from all day heavy construction to loud motorcycles to horns and a funeral party next door were driving me bat shit. I had them move me to a room in the far back, and it was much quieter.
I would consider Orchid Inn Resort again for future visits to AC. However, I would probably be open to trying something else if the value is there.
[QUOTE=Llantarnam; 1329762]I'm trying to sort out accommodation for my trip after Christmas.
Would like to stay near the action (ABC?) , but was wondering how noisy it gets.[/QUOTE]I stayed at the ABC for just over a week when I returned from Cebu. Even though my room faced Fields (PM Suite, new tower, one of those with the circular balconies overlooking Fields) it was very quiet; the street noise was barely detectable. You also may want to check out the Lewis Grand, although it's not square in the center of the action, it's still quite convenient and also very quiet; especially the rooms that face the pool; no street noise at all.
Another consideration, both hotels offer a free shuttle service (but please remember to tip the drivers). Their min-vans come in handy if you've got 2, 3 or more girls in tow and, above all, if it's raining or even if the streets are wet and the numerous pot holes are still filled up with water.
[QUOTE=WhatsUrName; 1330003]Guys,
I was in AC in the first part of September. I stayed at the Orchid Inn Resort. The location for the Orchid Inn Resort is ideal. Pretty close to everything. The rooms have free wi-fi and in-room safe. I had the superior deluxe room at 2750 PP per night.
At first I hated that hotel due to the noise. Everything from all day heavy construction to loud motorcycles to horns and a funeral party next door were driving me bat shit. I had them move me to a room in the far back, and it was much quieter.
I would consider Orchid Inn Resort again for future visits to AC. However, I would probably be open to trying something else if the value is there.[/QUOTE]To Whaturname.
Try the Devera hotel I stay in the 7th floor nice and quiet even there is bar on both side, but it is no easy to ger reservation they are full all the time.
Fast Eddie 48
Hi everybody,
Finally I am about to make my first trip to AC this November. I read about different hotels and have found the Wild orchid and the orchid inn which is a bit cheaper. Any advice on which hotel has the best pool parties? Can you bring girls from the parties directly to your room? Or are there any better hotels fpr mongering? Thanks for your advice,
Chchpunter
LOL, this hotel used to be impossible to book. With all the new options available, it has become remotely possible! A few more reviews like this one and we will be back at the impossible realm. I have editted WUN's post because I'm a selfish bastrd and need to get a room in the December high season.
[QUOTE=WhatsUrName; 1330003]Guys,
I was in AC in the first part of September. I stayed at the (the place that shall not be mentioned). The location for the (the place that shall not be mentioned) is ideal. Pretty close to everything. The rooms have free wi-fi and in-room safe. I had the superior deluxe room at 2750 PP per night.
At first I hated that hotel due to the noise. Everything from all day heavy construction to loud motorcycles to horns and a funeral party next door were driving me bat shit. I had them move me to a room in the far back, and it was much quieter.
I would consider (the place that shall not be mentioned) again for future visits to AC. However, I would probably be open to trying something else if the value is there.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Chchpunter; 1330211]Hi everybody,
Finally I am about to make my first trip to AC this November. I read about different hotels and have found the Wild orchid and the orchid inn which is a bit cheaper. Any advice on which hotel has the best pool parties? Can you bring girls from the parties directly to your room? Or are there any better hotels fpr mongering? Thanks for your advice,
Chchpunter[/QUOTE]Chchpunter,
The wild Orchid is much better hotel newer and pool is larger is also twice as much than the old Orchid hotel, the pool at the Wild Orchid party is the best in AC, the pool party girl are avalible any thing is possible in AC if the price is right.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1331326]Chchpunter,
The wild Orchid is much better hotel newer and pool is larger is also twice as much than the old Orchid hotel, the pool at the Wild Orchid party is the best in AC, the pool party girl are avalible any thing is possible in AC if the price is right.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]Best pool parties are at the ABC.
[QUOTE=Mc Don;1331580]Best pool parties are at the ABC.[/QUOTE]I am staying at ABC for 4 nights after Christmas.
I have heard mention of pool girls and pool parties, but do not fully understand the process. Does this mean there will be freelance girls around the pool that you can pick up for afternoon action?
[QUOTE=Mc Don;1331580]Best pool parties are at the ABC.[/QUOTE]Mc Don,
I am sure you are right but never stay there before just been there for dinner for a 100 USD a night too much for me.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1331692]Mc Don,
I am sure you are right but never stay there before just been there for dinner for a 100 USD a night too much for me.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]If you happen to be in town when they have a party you can attend even if you are not a guest. I think they charge 1000p but you get free grog so it works fine. Its up to you if you want to join in the pool, have a look on youtube you will find some videos and get an idea of what goes on there although the best bits are obviously edited.
[QUOTE=Llantarnam; 1331638]I am staying at ABC for 4 nights after Christmas.
I have heard mention of pool girls and pool parties, but do not fully understand the process. Does this mean there will be freelance girls around the pool that you can pick up for afternoon action?[/QUOTE]Pool bar girls are similar to the bar girls, you can hire one for 3000p. Most are local pampangan girls. The bar opens from around 10am until midnight. Girls are usually exclusive to ABC guests. You can put the bill on you room charge too and pay for the whole thing on the end.
If you are there for NY there is always a great party, I think last year it was on the helipad on top of the hotel. Worth checking out.
[QUOTE=Mc Don; 1331940]Pool bar girls are similar to the bar girls, you can hire one for 3000p. Most are local pampangan girls. The bar opens from around 10am until midnight. Girls are usually exclusive to ABC guests. You can put the bill on you room charge too and pay for the whole thing on the end.
If you are there for NY there is always a great party, I think last year it was on the helipad on top of the hotel. Worth checking out.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the clarification.
I'm not arriving until March, so will have to see what's on when I get there. The prospect of being able to charge it to your romm is a bit worrying. Could run up a terrible bill if you'are not carefull!
[QUOTE=Llantarnam; 1331972]Thanks for the clarification.
I'm not arriving until March, so will have to see what's on when I get there. The prospect of being able to charge it to your romm is a bit worrying. Could run up a terrible bill if you'are not carefull![/QUOTE]Spend and afternoon 7th Spetember at the ABC Pool Bar. Took my camera with me and girls wanted to be photographed.
Here's a few of the session they put up.
[QUOTE=Kim53; 1331989]Spend and afternoon 7th Spetember at the ABC Pool Bar. Took my camera with me and girls wanted to be photographed.
Here's a few of the session they put up.[/QUOTE]Nice pics. Strongly recommend the last one Analyn. As her name suggests. This one can be wild and likes it rough if you push the right buttons.
I will be in AC at the end of the month and looking to stay at the Devera hotel but would like to know if they allow two girls in the room. The Pacific Breeze is where I normally stayed and never had a problem but it is booked.
[QUOTE=Dick Hertz;1334466]I will be in AC at the end of the month and looking to stay at the Devera hotel but would like to know if they allow two girls in the room. The Pacific Breeze is where I normally stayed and never had a problem but it is booked.[/QUOTE]To dick
Never check girl I'd I have bring in girl without problem not sure if they will charge for second girl, I am staying at royal Apartelle now I bring in 2 cousin that I meet at field late at night I only like on of the cousin but she is shy don't want to come back to the hotel alone so we agree on 1500 php on both until morning no problem at the front desk they take the girl I'd the room is large and the shower can fit 8 people is big most hotel is full is weekend and devera only have the Suite for 2800 php.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Dick Hertz;1334466]I will be in AC at the end of the month and looking to stay at the Devera hotel but would like to know if they allow two girls in the room. The Pacific Breeze is where I normally stayed and never had a problem but it is booked.[/QUOTE]Yes, have had up to 4 in the room.
Fast Eddie 48
The only reason I want to know about two girls is sometimes I take a cherry girl and her friend. The cherry girls in AC have great oral skills and the other girl must do it all. I never had a problem at PB or HRA and they never check for a I'd which I did not like but I never take anything I think is to young without checking myself. Thanks for your help.
I try to book Devera and Orchid this weekend both are full only suite are avalible so I stay at Royal apartelle nice large room for 1498 peso friendly staff right next to Camelot
My favorite bar in AC, Devera have many korean customer now they don't even return email.
Fast Eddie 48
Going to Manila for the first time this weekend, and want to stop in Angeles for a few days. I wasn't expecting it to be busy (and haven't made any reservations) but it sounds like it will be pretty full. Should I expect it to be hard to find a room without a reservation? Any recommendations on where I should stay? If anyone is going to be there and wants to get a beer, I would love to meet a fellow monger. Shoot me a PM. Thanks in advance.
PS. How should I get from downtown Manila to Angeles? Was going to take a cab but is there a cheaper / easier way?
I will be in AC in mid Nov for about 10 days. I am looking to stay at the Lewis Grand or the ABC for the 1st few days then move closer to fields to the Bourbon Street Condo. I see online the executive room at the Lewis Grand and the standard room at the ABC is around the same rate. Can anyone advise me which hotel has better rooms? I'm mainly looking for the most comfortable place to relax / recover from a night of mongering and partying.
[QUOTE=Ej2208;1336842]I will be in AC in mid Nov for about 10 days. I am looking to stay at the Lewis Grand or the ABC for the 1st few days then move closer to fields to the Bourbon Street Condo. I see online the executive room at the Lewis Grand and the standard room at the ABC is around the same rate. Can anyone advise me which hotel has better rooms? I'm mainly looking for the most comfortable place to relax / recover from a night of mongering and partying.[/QUOTE]LG is more of a resort style hotel and from what I have read ABC has a more Playboy feel to it. Both of those hotels are on the high end for AC so I'm sure you will get a good night rest at either one. LG also has a Special King room that is not advertised. There are only two of these rooms and the price is lower but the rooms usualy go quick.
[QUOTE=Ej2208;1336842]I will be in AC in mid Nov for about 10 days. I am looking to stay at the Lewis Grand or the ABC for the 1st few days then move closer to fields to the Bourbon Street Condo. I see online the executive room at the Lewis Grand and the standard room at the ABC is around the same rate. Can anyone advise me which hotel has better rooms? I'm mainly looking for the most comfortable place to relax / recover from a night of mongering and partying.[/QUOTE]ABC is in my opinion the better of the two hotels compared to the Lewis Grand. It's also closer to the main action on Fields. If it's your first time there, it's a no brainer. You will love it.
[QUOTE=Screaming Beaver;1337085]ABC is in my opinion the better of the two hotels compared to the Lewis Grand. It's also closer to the main action on Fields. If it's your first time there, it's a no brainer. You will love it.[/QUOTE]I've stayed at both places. ABS is in a league of its own. It is purpose built for mongers. The Lewis Grad when I was there was dead, no bar action, big open foyer, no style. The ABC always something happening.
As for moving closer, no real need. The ABC has a fleet of vans ready to take you and pick you up. I load their number into my phone and just text the concierge to come get me and my new girlfriends where ever I am.
Also, the LG charges for airport pickup. The ABC includes it. Small bucks I know. It is more that the ABC will look after you from the moment you arrive until you leave. Your ongering pleasure is in their hands, and they know how to please.
Book a deluxe suite with jacuzzi.
[QUOTE=Screaming Beaver;1337085]ABC is in my opinion the better of the two hotels compared to the Lewis Grand. It's also closer to the main action on Fields. If it's your first time there, it's a no brainer. You will love it.[/QUOTE]The ABC ist the 1st choice in ac. If you can so book the new wing.
Where is downtown Manila?
[QUOTE=Literate Cad; 1336062]Going to Manila for the first time this weekend, and want to stop in Angeles for a few days. I wasn't expecting it to be busy (and haven't made any reservations) but it sounds like it will be pretty full. Should I expect it to be hard to find a room without a reservation? Any recommendations on where I should stay? If anyone is going to be there and wants to get a beer, I would love to meet a fellow monger. Shoot me a PM. Thanks in advance.
PS. How should I get from downtown Manila to Angeles? Was going to take a cab but is there a cheaper / easier way?[/QUOTE]
I recommend you guys book your rooms at the popular hotels in Angeles Asap during high season! I just barely was able to get a room for my stay later on this year! Most of the hotels mentioned on this site that are popular are gone too.
Goodluck,
YG
[QUOTE=YG365; 1337859]I recommend you guys book your rooms at the popular hotels in Angeles Asap during high season! I just barely was able to get a room for my stay later on this year! Most of the hotels mentioned on this site that are popular are gone too.
Goodluck,
YG[/QUOTE]Yep.
Just tried booking my usual hotel, and they had to have me shift half way through the five days I am in AC because they were pretty much full up.
Not to say that accommodation is tight, merely that you may not be able to get your first choice of hotels.
[QUOTE=Literate Cad; 1336062]Going to Manila for the first time this weekend, and want to stop in Angeles for a few days. I wasn't expecting it to be busy (and haven't made any reservations) but it sounds like it will be pretty full. Should I expect it to be hard to find a room without a reservation? Any recommendations on where I should stay? If anyone is going to be there and wants to get a beer, I would love to meet a fellow monger. Shoot me a PM. Thanks in advance.
PS. How should I get from downtown Manila to Angeles? Was going to take a cab but is there a cheaper / easier way?[/QUOTE]To Literate Cad.
For a Newbie like you that don't know your way around manila you should just take a taxi direct to you hotel in AC or take the fly by bus from Swagman or southcross both at ermita cost is only 600 peso.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=YG365; 1337859]I recommend you guys book your rooms at the popular hotels in Angeles Asap during high season! I just barely was able to get a room for my stay later on this year! Most of the hotels mentioned on this site that are popular are gone too.
Goodluck,
YG[/QUOTE]To YG.
I was in AC 2 week ago most hotel like Devera, Orchild and pacific breeze are all book full and I stay a few night at the royal apatelle next to the Camelot club very large room for 1498 peso anight big shower can fit more than 8 inside, AC need more hotel as more newbie monger are coming here and driving the damn price up.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Rubberyman; 1338557]Yep.
Just tried booking my usual hotel, and they had to have me shift half way through the five days I am in AC because they were pretty much full up.
Not to say that accommodation is tight, merely that you may not be able to get your first choice of hotels.[/QUOTE]Guys we do talk up a subset of the hotels in AC. Keeping an open mind, being flexible with rooms and travel dates all helps in getting the rooms we want.
[QUOTE=Rubberyman; 1338557]Yep.
Just tried booking my usual hotel, and they had to have me shift half way through the five days I am in AC because they were pretty much full up.
Not to say that accommodation is tight, merely that you may not be able to get your first choice of hotels.[/QUOTE]Rubberyman,
If you're still up there in a week, hit me up and we can hang out.
YG
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1338848]To YG.
I was in AC 2 week ago most hotel like Devera, Orchild and pacific breeze are all book full and I stay a few night at the royal apatelle next to the Camelot club very large room for 1498 peso anight big shower can fit more than 8 inside, AC need more hotel as more newbie monger are coming here and driving the damn price up.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]Fast Eddie,
I hear ya! How was your time? I couldn't get nothing at all of those hotels but I lucked out with Lewis Grand for about $80 a night. I was even considering ABC for I believe $120 a night but one of my nights was already full and I'll take the savings!
YG
A subset? Isn't that the point. To recommend the subset of good hotels? Most of us can't be flexible with dates. THe holidays do create hotel inconveniences as some people have explained.
Maybe BrnDrn feels the same. I have no idea, but there are a lot of interesting hotels that can create that unique experience. Walkabout, America, Hana and some of those places on the side streets are a few I've had the pleasure of enjoying.
[QUOTE=BrainDrain;1339064]Guys we do talk up a subset of the hotels in AC. Keeping an open mind, being flexible with rooms and travel dates all helps in getting the rooms we want.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=YG365; 1339086]Rubberyman,
If you're still up there in a week, hit me up and we can hang out.
YG[/QUOTE]Apologies. I should have said (because it's important) that I was trying to book for mid November! If you are still there then though.
[QUOTE=YG365; 1339089]Fast Eddie,
I hear ya! How was your time? I couldn't get nothing at all of those hotels but I lucked out with Lewis Grand for about $80 a night. I was even considering ABC for I believe $120 a night but one of my nights was already full and I'll take the savings!
YG[/QUOTE]To YG365.
I have a much better time back in May like I said the attuide of the girl is getting worst and quality is lower than my last trip so I only stay 2 night and head to Subic bay and Manila have a better time there, you might want to check with Pacific breeze after you arrive they have cancelation all the time I walk in a few time and got lucky.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=X Man;1339097]Maybe BrnDrn feels the same. I have no idea, but there are a lot of interesting hotels that can create that unique experience. Walkabout, America, Hana and some of those places on the side streets are a few I've had the pleasure of enjoying.[/QUOTE]The hotels that get regularly reported on in this forum are the culmination of many years of carious punters experiences. Using the forum means no need to hunt around for a hidden gem, as someone would have already found it.
Of all the hotels in Angeles, this Forum has defined a subset of the better establishments across the various budget points. So that a visiting punter can stay at one of the preferred hotels for their budget, they need to have flexibility of dates.
For instance, for a booking that I wanted at ABC I was told that they had no availability for my trip, a Monday. Monday stay. That was true but what they didn't say was that they could do Tuesday. Monday. I changed and made the preferred hotel Tuesday-Monday booking which was wonderful. I then booked an alternate hotel the first night.
I have found that Angeles (Philippines) hotel staff will answer the specific question and do not often offer alternative arrangements, have to eek those out of them.
All the best.
BD
[QUOTE=BrainDrain; 1340059]The hotels that get regularly reported on in this forum are the culmination of many years of carious punters experiences. Using the forum means no need to hunt around for a hidden gem, as someone would have already found it.
Of all the hotels in Angeles, this Forum has defined a subset of the better establishments across the various budget points. So that a visiting punter can stay at one of the preferred hotels for their budget, they need to have flexibility of dates.
For instance, for a booking that I wanted at ABC I was told that they had no availability for my trip, a Monday. Monday stay. That was true but what they didn't say was that they could do Tuesday. Monday. I changed and made the preferred hotel Tuesday-Monday booking which was wonderful. I then booked an alternate hotel the first night.
I have found that Angeles (Philippines) hotel staff will answer the specific question and do not often offer alternative arrangements, have to eek those out of them.
All the best.
BD[/QUOTE]VERY TRUE. You have to ask and be prepared at times to switch if you have a preference. 4 me this days I have 2-3 hotels I enjoy and if I can't a room in them then I don't skip AC or take a side trip for a day or two. Lucky the folks at ABC (my preferred choice) tend to almost always accommodate one way or another.
[QUOTE=Mc Don;1340606]VERY TRUE. You have to ask and be prepared at times to switch if you have a preference. 4 me this days I have 2-3 hotels I enjoy and if I can't a room in them then I don't skip AC or take a side trip for a day or two. Lucky the folks at ABC (my preferred choice) tend to almost always accommodate one way or another.[/QUOTE]So Mc Don, are you on the frequent stayer package at ABC. I forget the benefits and the criteria. I think it is something offered to people whom have stayed 14 days at ABC.
Actually, just checked the web and found the benefits.
* Automatic room upgrade to the next room category (if available)
* 10 % discount at the restaurant.
* 10% discount at the pool bar.
* 10% discount at Love and Music bar (located along Fields Avenue)
* 10% discount at our in-house Spa.
* Priority wait list for room reservations.
Wonder if that is worth it.
[QUOTE=BrainDrain; 1342498]So Mc Don, are you on the frequent stayer package at ABC. I forget the benefits and the criteria. I think it is something offered to people whom have stayed 14 days at ABC.
Actually, just checked the web and found the benefits.
* Automatic room upgrade to the next room category (if available)
* 10 % discount at the restaurant.
* 10% discount at the pool bar.
* 10% discount at Love and Music bar (located along Fields Avenue)
* 10% discount at our in-house Spa.
* Priority wait list for room reservations.
Wonder if that is worth it.[/QUOTE]But no discount on the inhouse working girls?
[QUOTE=Llantarnam;1342823]But no discount on the inhouse working girls?[/QUOTE]I recall that the price for the EWR for the ABC hotel girls is P3000. Is tax added to that on the bill?
As I don't work for the HSU, I'd also be happy to see this charge slip through on my account to my employer. Any ideas on how that charge is worded on the bill statement that they provide at checkout?
All the best.
BD
Rating. 5 stars out of 5 in my book.
Rooms. Were large, clean and amazing.
Staffs. Great!
Pool. Amazing!
Restaurant. Food was average from American standards but if you compare it to other restaurants in the Philippines, I think it's good.
Bonus. TV channels were good with ESPN, HBO and Stars available. Wifi was also good, allowing you to connect multiple things to it. Restaurant and Room service available 24 hours.
[QUOTE=X Man;1346998]Have you looked at the AC hotel thread? Pacific breeze is the most over recommended hotel. Which means it's hard to book. Good luck.[/QUOTE]Pacific Breeze is not only over recommended but it's also over rated. If you don't mind paying over $60 for a dark room, hard mattress, ants crawling everywhere, etc. Then that's your place. Yeah, I know they make you feel at home by remembering your name, big deal.
There's better product no more than a seven iron away from the PB for the same price.
[QUOTE=Llantarnam;1342823]But no discount on the inhouse working girls?[/QUOTE]Get to know them, then you learn how you get ST for free or next to nothing from them
[QUOTE=BrainDrain; 1342498]So Mc Don, are you on the frequent stayer package at ABC. I forget the benefits and the criteria. I think it is something offered to people whom have stayed 14 days at ABC.
Actually, just checked the web and found the benefits.
* Automatic room upgrade to the next room category (if available)
* 10 % discount at the restaurant.
* 10% discount at the pool bar.
* 10% discount at Love and Music bar (located along Fields Avenue)
* 10% discount at our in-house Spa.
* Priority wait list for room reservations.
Wonder if that is worth it.[/QUOTE]That is the standard VIP package in a nut shell. Is it worth it, hm, you decide 4 yourself. I spend about 4-6mths a year in hotel rooms around the world so for me the bordelo style works as it is different to the typical business hotel elsewhere. Its also a home away from home for me. Every time I have downtime in Asia its the first place I go to. I know everyone by first name and they know me as well, they have looked after me in time of need (called in doctors etc) so yeah 4 me its worth it. Over the years I have also become friends with the owner, his son, the managers and bar owners and so on. I also have a bag of clothes and a collection of special uniforms that they keep for me there so I can always travel very light.
[QUOTE=BrainDrain; 1343383]I recall that the price for the EWR for the ABC hotel girls is P3000. Is tax added to that on the bill?
As I don't work for the HSU, I'd also be happy to see this charge slip through on my account to my employer. Any ideas on how that charge is worded on the bill statement that they provide at checkout?
All the best.
BD[/QUOTE]Its billed as TRAVEL EXPENSE or something else. Just let them know what you want it to say, they will do so. No tax applies, no VIP discount applies either.
[QUOTE=YG365; 1343385]Rating. 5 stars out of 5 in my book.
Rooms. Were large, clean and amazing.
Staffs. Great!
Pool. Amazing!
Restaurant. Food was average from American standards but if you compare it to other restaurants in the Philippines, I think it's good.
Bonus. TV channels were good with ESPN, HBO and Stars available. Wifi was also good, allowing you to connect multiple things to it. Restaurant and Room service available 24 hours.[/QUOTE]I could not agree more, I really hated ABC could not say enough bad about it. The mildew smell was enough to put me off, but things were broke in room and hard to figure out, it just had this really scummy feel to it. The staff was awesome other than that two thumbs down.
Just booked a room for 4 December / 6 nights in DM Residente (Think I stayed there a couple years ago). Saw on their website that massage is available and figure a rub and tug after the 24 hour travel session would be a good way to start my visit and preferable to a sleeping pill for my afternoon nap. Anybody know if their hotel-provided massage includes a long, slow HJ? Realize this is the city of provider angels but don't want to assume anything and be frustrated / disappointed.
BTW, rate is 950P / Night for JR Standard room per their website (
[url]http://www.dmresidente.com.ph/hotel.php[/url]
) but they wanted me to send the $$ via Western Union. RIGHT. Booked via Agoda (couple bucks more at USD $25. 50 / Nt) and booking shows that's for 2 people. Wonder if they'll gaff me extra for multiples on those occasions when one is not enough? First person to correctly answer these two questions wins a free beer either in the above time frame or later in the month after my short excursion to Sagada, rice terraces and hot springs. Figure I'll need the break to replenish my supply of swimmers. Will probably buy a beer even for incorrect answers.
[QUOTE=Riddler; 1348396]Just booked a room for 4 December / 6 nights in DM Residente (Think I stayed there a couple years ago). Saw on their website that massage is available and figure a rub and tug after the 24 hour travel session would be a good way to start my visit and preferable to a sleeping pill for my afternoon nap. Anybody know if their hotel-provided massage includes a long, slow HJ? Realize this is the city of provider angels but don't want to assume anything and be frustrated / disappointed.
BTW, rate is 950P / Night for JR Standard room per their website (
[url]http://www.dmresidente.com.ph/hotel.php[/url]
) but they wanted me to send the $$ via Western Union. RIGHT. Booked via Agoda (couple bucks more at USD $25. 50 / Nt) and booking shows that's for 2 people. Wonder if they'll gaff me extra for multiples on those occasions when one is not enough? First person to correctly answer these two questions wins a free beer either in the above time frame or later in the month after my short excursion to Sagada, rice terraces and hot springs. Figure I'll need the break to replenish my supply of swimmers. Will probably buy a beer even for incorrect answers.[/QUOTE]To Ridder
I check out this hotel 8 yr ago is was a dump back then and away from field not a good area to walk at night, the jr standard is very small is not thrill budget place there are many other hotel near field are much better spend a little more, if you must book this you should do it with Agoda don't like sending money with western union and why do you want just a HJ waste of time and swimmer when you can get BBBJ so cheap in AC go to santo st aka Blow row.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1348665]To Ridder
I check out this hotel 8 yr ago is was a dump back then and away from field not a good area to walk at night, the jr standard is very small is not thrill budget place there are many other hotel near field are much better spend a little more, if you must book this you should do it with Agoda don't like sending money with western union and why do you want just a HJ waste of time and swimmer when you can get BBBJ so cheap in AC go to santo st aka Blow row.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]You completely and succintly answered my questions re quality of hotel-provided massage / HJ and upcharge for +1 visitors. NOT! Nonetheless, you're a WINNER of the free beer offer. BTW, in my original post, I stated "Booked with Agoda" meaning that it's a done deal. (Booked is Past tense=completed action.) I am familiar with the location, no problems during my stay there 2 years ago.
Re your "Why HJ" comment. We all like different things and for me a good massage and HJ after a long flight is ideal. Familiar with BJ Row but not high on my list. Partook of services there but was alcohol fueled during a walking tour when I was carrying my own bottle of whiskey and washing it down with beers. Looking at my pic taken on BJ Row from 2 years ago, have an amplified understandng of the terms "Beer Goggles" and "Any port in a storm."
Received a PM for info on my stay here and want to share my impressions with the world or at least our limited world:
DM Residente is a P950 / NT roof over your head. Clean but have had to request room cleaning daily. Not the Hilton but has a good bed, hot water, working refrigerator and air-con that I seldom use. No window in the room but I'm in the room to sleep and hump, so is a positive for me. I'm in the annex bldg across street from reception, pool restaurant and have nearly absolute silence. Maintenance issues (blew bulb in bedside lamp, leak from sink drain) were fixed promptly. Convenient to Fields, though as one poster mentioned, late night walks might require one to have the personal radar set to "High Gain." I'm generally a daytime type, so has not been a problem. Would stay here again.
Hi mates!
I just wonder if thre is some kind of "sexy" hotel in AC.
I'm just meaning an hotel like the "in"famous Penthouse one in Pattaya, with mirrors, dance pools, etc. Etc.
Otherways a good tip for a suite with a big (three at least) jacuzzi?
Thanks.
IT
[QUOTE=It Travel;1358843]Otherways a good tip for a suite with a big (three at least) jacuzzi?[/QUOTE]Lewis Grand Executive room with jacuzzi is good for you and 2 girls. I've stayed there many times. Confirmed.
Enjoy!
[QUOTE=It Travel; 1358843]Hi mates!
I just wonder if thre is some kind of "sexy" hotel in AC.
I'm just meaning an hotel like the "in"famous Penthouse one in Pattaya, with mirrors, dance pools, etc. Etc.[/QUOTE]Are You kidding? ABC puts the Penthouse to shame. ABC is THE bordello hotel in town. Lewis Grand is also very good, but not as "sexy".
Anyone ever stay there? Are they lady friendly?
I'm coming to AC for the first time in Jan. And staying at the loretta_apartelle, is it guest friendly or will there be a fee for me to bring someone back to my room. Is this hotel in a good location and does it have wifi in the rooms.
Thanks.
Chris
I have studied the forum but could not find any information on the acceptance of 2-3 girls joining me in a suite at ABC hotel Angeles. Are there any problems respectively do they check I'd's and register the girls?
I've been at ISG for years and years and I've never heard of a hotel in AC that is not guest friendly. As for ABC, I can't imagine them discouraging a little orgy here or there. X
I had two girls with there. As long as they do have I'd and check-in with the front desk ABC will have no problem IMHO.
[QUOTE=Lakeside;1364754]I have studied the forum but could not find any information on the acceptance of 2-3 girls joining me in a suite at ABC hotel Angeles. Are there any problems respectively do they check I'd's and register the girls?[/QUOTE]
To make one thing clear, EVERY hotel in AC is girlfriendly. No exception! A hotel not girlfriendly would go bankrupt within days.
And there is no walk of shame, as long as you bring at least one girl. The only walk of shame would be if you get back at night alone.
Cheers!
[QUOTE=Lakeside;1364754]I have studied the forum but could not find any information on the acceptance of 2-3 girls joining me in a suite at ABC hotel Angeles. Are there any problems respectively do they check I'd's and register the girls?[/QUOTE]When I arrived for breakfast on the morning of my 6th or 7th day at ABC with only one girl in tow, my regular waitress quipped about me NOT being with 3-4 girls. I told her the other girls were still upstairs sleeping. Gf#1, much to her credit, added that I had worn them out the night before so they won't be down till lunchtime. The waitress simply blushed and left to get our coffee, LOL.
ABC did not check any of any of the girls' identification cards, but they will not allow an unknown girl to simply go to your room un-escorted. I had a few girls coming and going, if the front desk did not recognize them then I had to go down to the lobby and walk the girls back upstairs. If they recognized them, then the front desk would still call, ask if I was expecting guests, ask their names (first names were sufficient) , and then of course ask if was ok for them to come up.
You do not need to register any "guests". But I did register one of the girls who stayed with me for a week. That was only to get an extra key card and to avoid any potential problems if she went wandering around on her own.
One time I was staying at Clarkton and the hotel clerk asked me when retrieving my room key. Why you have no girl tonight? I just said NEED SLEEP.
[QUOTE=Streetlooker;1365255]One time I was staying at Clarkton and the hotel clerk asked me when retrieving my room key. Why you have no girl tonight? I just said NEED SLEEP.[/QUOTE]To Streetlooker
If you walk back to the hotel late at night without girl the Receptionist at paicific breeze or Deverra will ask you what the matter no girl tonight and my answer is night still young honey is only 11. Pm.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Chris Long; 1363927]I'm coming to AC for the first time in Jan. And staying at the loretta_apartelle, is it guest friendly or will there be a fee for me to bring someone back to my room. Is this hotel in a good location and does it have wifi in the rooms.
Thanks.
Chris[/QUOTE]To Chris,
I stay at the Royalle apartelle last month good locations is above the Camelot bar at field few door down form the Magaritaville, the room and shower are very larger but the Tv is small is a cheaper option at field not sure about your budget I like the Pacific breeze start at 48 USD and up.
Fast Eddie 48
Happy New Year, guys,
Safety is the first priority,
I wonder,
Is there any hotel that when the girls left, the guards will call to ask?
Or the girls can be always free to leave?
I have heard somebody's money was stolen by girls in Thailand.
Thanks for sharing information
[QUOTE=Gtopppp; 1365627]Happy New Year, guys,
Safety is the first priority,
I wonder,
Is there any hotel that when the girls left, the guards will call to ask?
Or the girls can be always free to leave?
I have heard somebody's money was stolen by girls in Thailand.
Thanks for sharing information[/QUOTE]To GT,
That is why you don't pick up any SW on Field only pick up girl at bar, if anything happen you can alway go back to the bar or report to police to go back to the bar to find the girl, I only have security guard in Manila to hold the girl I'd also in Thailand but none of the hotel in AC that I stay at check girl I'd but you can request the Security guard to do so.
Fast Eddie 48
I was on my way to the Clark airport at 6am and I was surprised at all the activity on the main street. Even on Raymond, the short time bars were all lit up and girls hanging out as usual. If I had known, I might have gotten up 30min earlier and started the day off with a BJ. LOL.
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1365323]To Streetlooker
If you walk back to the hotel late at night without girl the Receptionist at paicific breeze or Deverra will ask you what the matter no girl tonight and my answer is night still young honey is only 11. Pm.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1365780]To GT,
That is why you don't pick up any SW on Field only pick up girl at bar, if anything happen you can alway go back to the bar or report to police to go back to the bar to find the girl, I only have security guard in Manila to hold the girl I'd also in Thailand but none of the hotel in AC that I stay at check girl I'd but you can request the Security guard to do so.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]I've been told that the PB will not let a girl leave until the room renter says it's ok.
Simonhesays
[QUOTE=SimonHeSays; 1366069]I've been told that the PB will not let a girl leave until the room renter says it's ok.
Simonhesays[/QUOTE]The Devera front desk will always call your room to make sure it is okay for your "guest" to leave.
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1365326]To Chris,
I stay at the Royalle apartelle last month good locations is above the Camelot bar at field few door down form the Magaritaville, the room and shower are very larger but the Tv is small is a cheaper option at field not sure about your budget I like the Pacific breeze start at 48 USD and up.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]I have stayed at Royal apartelle few times. Sometimes I had booked at Royal Amsterdam and for some reason they did not have the room and booked me at royal apartelle.
I believe I paid around 1300 pesos per night. It has large room, big shower bathroom, computer desk and wi fi cable. There is a big mirror on the wall next to the bed and some girls get a kick out of it watching their fuck sessions.
Big bed but not very comfortable. Flimsy sheets and bedspreads. Wall A / see unit not good and noisy. Lots of noise from outside because it is surrounded by many bars. Spiral staircase to get upstairs is a killer if you had one too many drinks. One time a drunk girl almost broke her neck if I did not held her tightly.
[QUOTE=Sky Ryder;1366074]The Devera front desk will always call your room to make sure it is okay for your "guest" to leave.[/QUOTE]Also received calls asking if it was OK for visitors to come up to my room. Generally received a call to leave but they missed a couple times.
[QUOTE=Sammon; 1366104]I have stayed at Royal apartelle few times. Sometimes I had booked at Royal Amsterdam and for some reason they did not have the room and booked me at royal apartelle.
I believe I paid around 1300 pesos per night. It has large room, big shower bathroom, computer desk and wi fi cable. There is a big mirror on the wall next to the bed and some girls get a kick out of it watching their fuck sessions.
Big bed but not very comfortable. Flimsy sheets and bedspreads. Wall A / see unit not good and noisy. Lots of noise from outside because it is surrounded by many bars. Spiral staircase to get upstairs is a killer if you had one too many drinks. One time a drunk girl almost broke her neck if I did not held her tightly.[/QUOTE]To Sammon.
The new standard room rate is now 1590 Php but they Just upgrade to flat TV on all the room to 32-40 inch, yes the staircase is a shits step are high not easy go upstair maybe a elevator is good.
Fast Eddie 48
I stayed in 2 hotels on my trip in December. Devara and galaxie hotel.
Devara had a cool restaurant on top but small rooms and the worst a big construction side right next to it which woke me up in the morning.
Galaxie hotel seem fairly new. Much bigger rooms, a big pool and the best its right in the middle of the bar street.
[QUOTE=Osuul; 1372293]I stayed in 2 hotels on my trip in December. Devara and galaxie hotel.
Devara had a cool restaurant on top but small rooms and the worst a big construction side right next to it which woke me up in the morning.
Galaxie hotel seem fairly new. Much bigger rooms, a big pool and the best its right in the middle of the bar street.[/QUOTE]To Osuul,
The roof top pool at Devera open yet they still offer the standard JR at 1200 php rate but I try to book it for March, they didn't respond back to me and I email them 3 time.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1373833]To Osuul,
The roof top pool at Devera open yet they still offer the standard JR at 1200 php rate but I try to book it for March, they didn't respond back to me and I email them 3 time.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]I booked it via Expedia.
I don't think the construction will be finished by then. I don't recommend going there till its finished.
Hey all,
I'm going to Philippines for ten days and will be in angeles city for 2-3nights. Can't wait. Will report on my excursions.
Looking for a hotel in the $30-50 range. Just looking at hotels. Com I noticed a couple. Has anyone stayed at the century hotel?
[QUOTE=Mngr18; 1377363]Hey all,
I'm going to Philippines for ten days and will be in angeles city for 2-3nights. Can't wait. Will report on my excursions.
Looking for a hotel in the $30-50 range. Just looking at hotels. Com I noticed a couple. Has anyone stayed at the century hotel?[/QUOTE]Dude, my post is just 3 posts down.
Hi, any information about this hotel?
Thanks!
Tried booking Orchid Inn via Agoda hoping to get a promo rate, however according to Agoda; Orchid Inn was fully booked. Checked with the hotel website direct and Chona had me a room in minutes with a prompt response to emails. Somebody is getting chocolates. Wonder what the deal is with Agoda pulling porkies like that?
Agoda favouring alternatives?
Interesting theory and it hadn't crossed my mind. It could be possible.
My own theory is that OI saves some rooms to avoid any commission they have to pay Agoda, or possibly to satisfy any repeat customer that might show up. They get enough word of mouth biz / repeat biz and in high season they are fully booked with or without Agoda.
Can anyone shed some light on the business arrangements between hotels and web sites?
[QUOTE=Noddy; 1385106]Tried booking Orchid Inn via Agoda hoping to get a promo rate, however according to Agoda; Orchid Inn was fully booked. Checked with the hotel website direct and Chona had me a room in minutes with a prompt response to emails. Somebody is getting chocolates. Wonder what the deal is with Agoda pulling porkies like that?
Agoda favouring alternatives?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man; 1385132]My own theory is that OI saves some rooms to avoid any commission they have to pay Agoda, or possibly to satisfy any repeat customer that might show up. They get enough word of mouth biz / repeat biz and in high season they are fully booked with or without Agoda.
Can anyone shed some light on the business arrangements between hotels and web sites?[/QUOTE]Spot on. A percentage of the hotel's rooms are blocked off for the various hotel websites (agoda, asiatravel, priceline, orbitz, hotel. Com, etc). The rest of the rooms are saved for the actual hotel. This allows the hotel to allow for walkins, previous guests, whales, etc. The actual hotel can also sell any open rooms normally blocked off for the various sites. When the rooms that are blocked off for the various outside websites are sold, the hotel appears to be "sold out" for the night on those sites; but calling the hotel or trying the actual hotel website might show rooms available. Thought this was common knowledge.
[QUOTE=Westcoast1;1385177]Spot on. A percentage of the hotel's rooms are blocked off for the various hotel websites (agoda, asiatravel, priceline, orbitz, hotel. Com, etc). The rest of the rooms are saved for the actual hotel. This allows the hotel to allow for walkins, previous guests, whales, etc. The actual hotel can also sell any open rooms normally blocked off for the various sites. When the rooms that are blocked off for the various outside websites are sold, the hotel appears to be "sold out" for the night on those sites; but calling the hotel or trying the actual hotel website might show rooms available. Thought this was common knowledge.[/QUOTE]To add to this certain websites have kind of exclusive deals with a perticular hotel. In such cases they give very good discounts. One clear example is asiatravel for rooms at bayview park in Manila. Nobody can match their prices including hotel website.
It is expensive to book through the hotel direct. But in AC it is a different story. Besides taxes are included in the quoted price and if you pay cash it is further discounted.
[QUOTE=Sammon;1385181]It is expensive to book through the hotel direct.[/QUOTE]Not in my experience Samm.
I find it always works for me if I call the hotel direct and ask for the local resident rate for XYZ dates and for the lowest rate possible for a standard double. All you need to "prove" local residency when you check in is a Phil Driver's License (or a pinay wife beside you hehehe)
If the telephone clerk does not seem "empowered" to give me the better rate then I ask to speak to the sales manager. Last time that I stayed in Waterfront in Cebu I was given a 50% discount by the Sales Manager because they had no conventions on at that time and low occupancy rate.
I always check room rates on hotel sites, Agoda and Hotels dot com first. In Philippines I always get a better rate by direct calling. Of course, for other countries, I go through the various sites.
[QUOTE=Red Kilt; 1385392]Not in my experience Samm.
I find it always works for me if I call the hotel direct and ask for the local resident rate for XYZ dates and for the lowest rate possible for a standard double. All you need to "prove" local residency when you check in is a Phil Driver's License (or a pinay wife beside you hehehe)
If the telephone clerk does not seem "empowered" to give me the better rate then I ask to speak to the sales manager. Last time that I stayed in Waterfront in Cebu I was given a 50% discount by the Sales Manager because they had no conventions on at that time and low occupancy rate.
I always check room rates on hotel sites, Agoda and Hotels dot com first. In Philippines I always get a better rate by direct calling. Of course, for other countries, I go through the various sites.[/QUOTE]My experience, where ever I am, is I get the best rate dealing directly with the hotel. If it's low season, a weekend in a location where most of the travelers are on business, in a convention city when no convention is going on, you can get a surprisingly low rate by asking to speak with the manager on duty and just asking that person to make you an attractive offer. That room costs the hotel almost as much when it's empty as when it's occupied. Many hotels are getting smart, they use sites like Agoda as a marketing tool. Smart travelers use these sites for the reviews and to quickly evaluate a large number of hotels. It is always best to make a note of the Agoda price and then check the hotel's website. If the hotel has a loyalty program join it before make your reservation. It just takes a few minutes. By entering your loyalty card number you will often see even lower prices. I'm about to take a trip on business. I've saved about 15% on average (relative to Agoda) by doing this.
I just went back 26 pages to see if I could see a review of the Sienpost Hotel.
Has anyone stayed there or know of anyone? The prices are excellent and the pictures look good but I have been fooled by the doctored pics before. Especially in A / C.
Thanks
[QUOTE=Chrisde99;1385956]I made a booking with the ABC hotel. They have confirmed my booking but are asking for credit card details to guarantee it. I am not very keen to use my credit card in the Philippines. Are there hotels in Angeles which would keep your room without credit card guarantee. I would appreciate any advice from guys who have booked hotels without using credit cards.[/QUOTE][QUOTE=Rick Rock;1386054]Be careful if that's an issue. I booked ABC online through a travel site, when I checked in they put a pretty hefty hold on my card while I stayed for 2 weeks. Three weeks after checking out they hadn't released the hold. Called them, they said it was the card issuer. Called them and they said it wasn't. Called ABC again, talked to a manager who said he'd look into it. Two days later the money was released. More hassle than I would want.[/QUOTE]What's wrong with AC? Don't they want business? I've never had to deal with any of this crap in Thailand.
Is Manilla any better?
[QUOTE=Irony Monger; 1386031]When I booked at the Savannah and Pacific Breeze a couple years ago they did not require a credit card, though the Savannah required me to pay in advance when I arrived.
One trick I have used when hotels and such when they want a credit card and I don't trust them is to purchase a refillable debit card (visa or mc) then put on just enough to cover the deposit. You can then give them that number pretty much worry free.[/QUOTE]Is that like a Pre Paid Credit Card?
Pay in advance? What if the hotel sucks? You move to another hotel and lose your "advance" payment?
I'd pay only one day in advance, if the place seems ok after checking out the room.
Hi Guys,
I just got back from my vacation week in the Philippines!
I spent 4 nights in Angeles City. I stayed at the ABC Hotel and want to post my thoughts on staying there.
I really enjoyed this hotel. I loved my room! It was huge! It looked just like the photo in the "Millennium Option. Junior Suite" section of their website:
[url]http://www.angelesbeachclubhotel.com/accomodation.php.[/url]
I setup my reservation at their website. I didn't provide a CC number in advance (to my recollection) , but I did have to reconfirm a few days in advance via email.
They are pretty well integrated into the "Swagman Fly the Bus" shuttle service, and I was dropped off fresh from Manila right in front of their hotel. When I was ready to go back to the beautiful, tropical island paradise of Manila, I simply picked up the phone and asked the front desk to make the arrangements. They even added the 600 peso fee to my room bill for my convenience. I was picked up and dropped off in Malate. About 8 blocks from Manila Bay Cafe.
It's the fanciest hotel in "our" area and the girls love to go there. I paid a little bit more than other hotels but the VIP treatment I recieved everywhere in the city was worth it. I look forward to staying there again in the future.
WhatsurName
Hi, has anyone used the ABC to MNL helicopter service?
Someone told me it is currently not available.
I have the option to stay in an executive room at the Pacific Breeze, a superior room at the Royal Amsterdam, and a king-bed room at the Best Western The Mint in April for about the same price. For those who are familiar with these hotels, how do the rooms and facilities compare. Do you have any recommendations as to which to stay at and why? Thanks
I think the location of the Best W is not convenient. Pac. Breeze has a pool so that's my choice. The RA is very nice, but no pool. X.
[QUOTE=Jimmy Boy 99;1391450]I have the option to stay in an executive room at the Pacific Breeze, a superior room at the Royal Amsterdam, and a king-bed room at the Best Western The Mint in April for about the same price. For those who are familiar with these hotels, how do the rooms and facilities compare. Do you have any recommendations as to which to stay at and why? Thanks[/QUOTE]
Just a tip with regard to staying at the ABC hotel. They have a comparatively lavish mini bar stocked full of overpriced drinks and candy. I had them remove all of this when I was shown my room, and then went straight down to 7-Eleven and bought my own water, beer, candy, and snacks. I didn't have to mess with that for the rest of the tirp.
Yep, good call with where ever you stay in Phil.
[QUOTE=WhatsUrName;1391527]Just a tip with regard to staying at the ABC hotel. They have a comparatively lavish mini bar stocked full of overpriced drinks and candy. I had them remove all of this when I was shown my room, and then went straight down to 7-Eleven and bought my own water, beer, candy, and snacks. I didn't have to mess with that for the rest of the tirp.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Tally Wacker;1391538]Yep, good call with where ever you stay in Phil.[/QUOTE]Agreed. Pretty much whenever I check in to any hotel in PI I ask if there is a mini bar. If they say yes, I say "clear it out". I've only gotten push back once, and that was at Pacific Breeze, but eventually they agreed that it would be fine for me to empty the fridge and put everything in a bag, then replace it upon checkout. About 30 seconds later they also said that housekeeping could do that for me. I rolled my eyes. Only in Phil.
I just thought this was funny. I emailed Brass Knob to ask about their rooms and availability. Here is a copy of the very short conversation:
ME:
Subject: The Brass Knob Hotel. Angeles City Philippines Contact: In room safes.
"Do any of your rooms have in-room safes? I'm looking for the 1500P room for one night in July. Thank you for your time and consideration."
Reply:
Dear Sir,
Yes, we have wifi inside the room,
And also have available room from *
Just email us again to let us know what date
Your check inn,
Thanks & Regards.
Norma.
Brass Knob
[QUOTE=Jack4765; 1386159]I just went back 26 pages to see if I could see a review of the Sienpost Hotel.
Has anyone stayed there or know of anyone? The prices are excellent and the pictures look good but I have been fooled by the doctored pics before. Especially in A / C.
Thanks[/QUOTE]I stayed there a couple of years ago. It was quite nice, large rooms, friendly staff, quite well appointed, pool. Photos pretty much like the real thing. The downsides were: roomsafes were keyed rather than combination (so if someone gets your key while you are asleep you can be cleaned out) , it is a bit back from the main road, so not sure I would like to walk it after dark. At that time, too, there was some construction going on. It didn't affect me, but if someone had a room close to the work it wouldn't have been fun. Not sure if that has finished or not. It should have, but this is the Phils.
[QUOTE=Jimmy Boy 99;1391450]I have the option to stay in an executive room at the Pacific Breeze, a superior room at the Royal Amsterdam, and a king-bed room at the Best Western The Mint in April for about the same price. For those who are familiar with these hotels, how do the rooms and facilities compare. Do you have any recommendations as to which to stay at and why? Thanks[/QUOTE]Out of the three hotels you listed I have only stayed at the Pacific Breeze. Lighting was really bad in the room, but otherwise the hotel was good. So if you plan on taking pics, bring a good flash or some other lighting. If pics are not on your priority list then it is a decent place to stay. Chics dig the pool there.
Hello All,
I will be going to ac in June. I'm wondering if anyone has every stayed at a hotel called Swagman? If so, what was your experience please? However, I'm not looking for a fancy place
To stay while traveling on a budget. But, I would like some ideas on which low budget hotels are good and close by the fields avenue night life.
[QUOTE=Irony Monger;1393545]Out of the three hotels you listed I have only stayed at the Pacific Breeze. Lighting was really bad in the room, but otherwise the hotel was good. So if you plan on taking pics, bring a good flash or some other lighting. If pics are not on your priority list then it is a decent place to stay. Chics dig the pool there.[/QUOTE]I've always stayed at the PB when I am in AC. The staff there are wonderful and very nice (not to mention cute). <= I don't think they can be BF'd though. The security guys out front are very helpful. Anyways, the rooms are like they say "dim". The bed is ok and sheets are not that soft / plush but hey. After a drunken night would you really care? The rooms with a jacuzzi are quite fun when you bring girls back at night. Lots of memories there. PB is one of the few hotels along that strip that has a pool which the girls love but be careful not to entertain them too long at the pool or they may never leave.
All in all, I've always been pleased staying at the Pacific Breeze. I have hear good things about a relatively new hotel next door called Valentino's. Has anyone stayed there?
[QUOTE=TriKey43; 1393952]Hello All,
I will be going to ac in June. I'm wondering if anyone has every stayed at a hotel called Swagman? If so, what was your experience please? However, I'm not looking for a fancy place
To stay while traveling on a budget. But, I would like some ideas on which low budget hotels are good and close by the fields avenue night life.[/QUOTE]Trikey,
Swagman is a dump and far from field where the action is at if you can afford 40 USD a night there are many place near field, I don't think you want to stay at hotel that is middle of no where just try to save a few bucks but getting rob is not worth it.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Key Master;1254461]Getting ethernet (they call it cable I think there) in room is pretty difficult. I only know of two and they are sister hotels, Central Park and Pacific Breeze.[/QUOTE]Wild Orchid has ethernet plugs in rooms [at least the lagoon rooms, but probably all of them]. Unlike most hotels Wild Orchid has 4 internet links.
Devra has ethernet plugs in some rooms [the front desk says in Superior rooms and above], but you should specify at booking time.
[Late to the party I know].
This is a late post but below is a review of the hotels I stayed in on my last trip to AC. I would say ABC is the best hotel by far in AC. IMO.
Lewis Grand.
Rating. 3 stars out of 5 in my book.
Rooms. Were large, clean and but the bed and pillows were very hard and could not sleep.
Staffs. Their service wasn't bad but wasn't good. Felt like they was trying to nickel and dime me out of everything even when I was already paying $$$ for the room.
Pool. Was closed.
Restaurant. The food was good for the Philippines The Restaurant is 24 hours.
Overall:. TV channels were good with ESPN, HBO and Stars available. Wifi was a little slow, but allowing you can connect multiple devices. Room service is available 24 hours. The car service SUCKS if you requested a ride to fields or SM you would have to wait 45 minutes to an hour and half so I just walked every time. The location is kind of far and from the action area they need to get more cars.
Angeles City Beach Club (ABC)
Rating. 5 stars out of 5 in my book.
Rooms. Were large, clean the beds were very soft so you can get some good morning sleeping while recovering from the night.
Staffs. Service was GREAT no ISSUE was too small or big. Was treated like VIP when I was staying in there cheapest room. GREAT customer service.
Pool. Very nice but not too much sun
Restaurant. The food was good and The Restaurant is 24 hours.
Overall. TV channels were good with ESPN, HBO and Stars free PORN available. Wifi was fast while in the room. I will be back in a FEW more months. Again GREAT SERVICE. The longest I had to wait on car service was 10 to 15 Mins. It is it is centrally located so you can enjoy barhopping on Fields or Perimeter.
Bourbon Street Condo Hotel.
Rating. 4 stars out of 5 in my book.
Rooms. Were large, clean, the beds OK, It's like having you own apartment in the middle of the ACTION.
Staffs. Service was GREAT and very friendly and helpful Staff. But they only provides basic service since this is a condo acting as a hotel.
Pool. The Best in AC since you have access to Wild Orchid Pool.
Restaurant. The hotel does not have a restaurant but you can use Wild Orchid restaurant or go down stairs and eat at Cuba Cuba or tequila reef that's across the street.
Overall: TV channels were good with ESPN, HBO and Stars available. Internet was very slow some rooms have Wi-Fi and some only are wired connected. The Location of the hotel is great your near action but it is very quiet in the rooms. Overall nice place to stay definitely come back again. Its feel more like you are relaxing in your apartment then in a a small hotel room.
[QUOTE=Ej2208;1405986]Angeles City Beach Club (ABC) Rating. 5 stars out of 5 in my book.[/QUOTE]If we consider the rating on AC only, I can agree. But in International standards, ABC is a good 3. 5 star, maybe with a lot of good will a 4 star. Same for LGH. Really nothing to write home about.
[QUOTE=Ekspat;1405999]If we consider the rating on AC only, I can agree. But in International standards, ABC is a good 3. 5 star, maybe with a lot of good will a 4 star. Same for LGH. Really nothing to write home about.[/QUOTE]Keywords: 5 stars out of 5 IN MY BOOK. I never said anything about a International or local rating system.
EJ, that's all that counts! LOL.
I personally like a pool where I can do a few laps. The pool at ABC is basically indoors (no sunshine) and meanders around among the various bars and restaurant tables.
[QUOTE=Ej2208;1406007]Keywords: 5 stars out of 5 IN MY BOOK. I never said anything about a International or local rating system.[/QUOTE]
Valentino's has appropriately located mirrors, which I really like, and big balconies looking out toward Fields. It is located a few blocks in, but right between Santos and Raymond St. Where the infamous short time bars are. It is not next door to PB, but in the area where the new wing of Orchid Inn is located.
Unfortunately there is a massive construction project right across the street. There is a lot of dirt and noise. Also my balcony door could not lock which made me uncomfortable- I was on the 2nd floor. And lastly, if you are near the stairs, you will hear people clomping up and down on the tiled floors at all hours of the night.
The staff were nice enough to give me a discount when I pointed out a few of these problems. Nevertheless, I won't stay there again until the construction project is finished. I might have a few pictures somewhere. X.
[QUOTE=MichelinBoy88; 1396545]snip.
All in all, I've always been pleased staying at the Pacific Breeze. I have hear good things about a relatively new hotel next door called Valentino's. Has anyone stayed there?[/QUOTE]
See previous post for review. Also, pictures taken outside of the room are done using 200mm lens from the balcony.
this is my fourth day at the abc and i find it a perfect hotel.
the abc driver was waiting promptly for me at manila airport. he was a very safe and polite person.
checking in took less then 5 minutes. no credit card asked for. paid an advance of 2500 pesos.
room standard jacuzzi. lovely, spacious, clean. wonderful bed with one side fully mirrored. nice sitting area just as is shown in their website.
huge bathroom with jacuzzi that can sit 3 easily. large supply of towels which can be replaced at any time of the day. separate shower area.
flat screen sony tv with about 40 channels including 5 movie channels and plus 5 porn channels all free.
free high speed wifi.
normal safe in room which also took in my macair laptop.
excellent service with everyone extremely polite and efficient.
their car service was great. they would drop you or pick you up from anywhere within angeles. of all the times i requested a service it was only once when they said i would have to wait for 10 minutes.
ideally located about 5 minutes from fields and 10 minutes from walking street and 15 minutes (all by walk) to perimeter road.
24 hour 7-11 shops / moneychangers less than 5 minutes walk from the hotel.
most bargirls love it when you tell them you are staying at the abc.
the only cons i could see was the food. expensive and not the best. the room rents are also on the higher side compared to other similar hotels.
Hey guys.
Looking at hotels for my second stay in AC and looking at Devera Hotel, what is it like? Says its close to Ponytails which would be close enough to Fields for me. Any fellow mongers stayed there? Looked through forum but didn't see many reviews for this place.
Gracias,
Esteban
Thanks for the ABC report. How much are you paying? Are those car rides free?
I remember when they first opened their rooms were $99. A few people here at ISG said they would never survive at that price.
Does anyone know if Clarkton still runs a shuttle bus? X.
[QUOTE=Chrisde99; 1409731]This is my fourth day at the ABC and I find it a perfect hotel.
SNIP.
Most bargirls love it when you tell them you are staying at the ABC.
The only cons I could see was the food. Expensive and not the best. The room rents are also on the higher side compared to other similar hotels.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=StephenIberico; 1409838]Hey guys.
Looking at hotels for my second stay in AC and looking at Devera Hotel, what is it like? Says its close to Ponytails which would be close enough to Fields for me. Any fellow mongers stayed there? Looked through forum but didn't see many reviews for this place.[/QUOTE]Devera is right next to Ponytails and walking to Fields is less than 5 Minutes. I stayed there several times, no problems. Sometimes you have to wait quite some time for the lift, because there is only one. Be aware, some of the standard rooms do not have a window, what is a clear no-no for me.
Cheers!
[QUOTE=Chrisde99;1409731]Most bargirls love it when you tell them you are staying at the ABC.[/QUOTE]Funny!
Bargirls will fuck you wherever you are staying even if it is a dump. I stayed in windowless rooms in Royal amsterdam to higher class hotels. These girls do not really care where you stay. Color of money is most important to them.
Ofcourse some girls like to play in the pool and spend a day lavishly at your expense. Once I took two girls to Subic for a all day enjoyment. They really made sure I spent the least amount money. They were bargaining.
Everywhere.
Some girls like you and want to spend more time with you. Some just want to fuck you and leave. Impressing girls in AC saying you are staying at ABC or any other place does not make them like you more.
[QUOTE=Sammon;1410237]Funny! Bargirls will fuck you wherever you are staying even if it is a dump.[/QUOTE]Basically, yes. They are just trying to evaluate your potential tipping power and what kind of comfort level the bed they will be fucked upon will have. I hate that question (as I don't casually reveal my hotel in 3rd world dumps) and sometimes say Wobbly Boot (a flea pit which ironically is situated just next to ABC). Sensing I bullshit them, they usually comeback with a reply along the lines "that's OK too, nothing wrong with that..blah blah". Meaning pay up and let's go, stupid. Their pinoy trike driving BFs will fuck them on less comfortable mattresses for free, so whichever way you slice it, any AC hotel is an upgrade.
[QUOTE=Sammon;1410237]Impressing girls in AC saying you are staying at ABC or any other place does not make them like you more.[/QUOTE]I am staying at ABC or LGH, because I want to stay there. I think I am worth it for myself and I don't like to stay in a rathole just to save 50 bucks. Just simply for myself and if the girls like it's a another plus, but comes secondary.
[quote=chrisde99; 1409731]this is my fourth day at the abc and i find it a perfect hotel.
the abc driver was waiting promptly for me at manila airport. he was a very safe and polite person.
checking in took less then 5 minutes. no credit card asked for. paid an advance of 2500 pesos.
room standard jacuzzi. lovely, spacious, clean. wonderful bed with one side fully mirrored. nice sitting area just as is shown in their website.
huge bathroom with jacuzzi that can sit 3 easily. large supply of towels which can be replaced at any time of the day. separate shower area.
flat screen sony tv with about 40 channels including 5 movie channels and plus 5 porn channels all free.
free high speed wifi.
normal safe in room which also took in my macair laptop.
excellent service with everyone extremely polite and efficient.
their car service was great. they would drop you or pick you up from anywhere within angeles. of all the times i requested a service it was only once when they said i would have to wait for 10 minutes.
ideally located about 5 minutes from fields and 10 minutes from walking street and 15 minutes (all by walk) to perimeter road.
24 hour 7-11 shops / moneychangers less than 5 minutes walk from the hotel.
most bargirls love it when you tell them you are staying at the abc.
the only cons i could see was the food. expensive and not the best. the room rents are also on the higher side compared to other similar hotels.[/quote]to chrisd99,
if the bargirl like the room abc so much did you have to kick them out of the room the next day or you have a runner that want to leave after just one shot.
fast eddie 48
[QUOTE=Ekspat;1410528]I don't like to stay in a rathole just to save 50 bucks.[/QUOTE]50 bucks less than ABC is still around P3000 and you certainly can do better than a rathole for that price. In fact right now I reckon, for me at least, the sweet spot in value for money in AC hotels is around P2000-2500. But for people willing to spend more, both ABC and LGH are great choices.
They loved the room. But my standard was great sex in the night / cuddle in the night with her hands on my cock when I wanted and a good blowjob in the morning and send her packing. I like the mornings to myself for recovering!
Chris
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1410707]To Chrisd99,
If the Bargirl like the room ABC so much did you have to kick them out of the room the next day or you have a runner that want to leave after just one shot.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]
Recently I was in AC and had a flight out of Manila international airport. I looked on this site and did not find all the ways one could get between the two places. So for any of you contemplating that I thought I would add this report. I am not sure where to post this but I guess omewhere is better than nowhere.
Apart from the taxi and the public bus options, there are a couple of more convenient options in between.
1) Now, the Swagman Fly The Bus has an airport drop off option. The total cost will be 600P. The advantage of this is that they will pick you up directly from your hotel in AC and drop you off at your terminal in Manila. So, from that point of view it is much more convenient than having to take additional transportations from the two bus stations, if you take the public bus. However, be warned that this option will take longer since they need to pick up people from various hotels and then also some dead time at the Swagman hotel in Manila. It seems like they have 3 trips a day. 8AM. 12 noon and 5 PM from AC.
2) There is the Philtranco bus from Clark airport to Manila airport. It is also I believe 600P. They seem to run at 11:30Am. 12:30 PM. 5PM and finally at 2AM! You will have to get to the Clark airport but from there it is a direct bus to the Manila airport. This is likely to be faster than other forms of transportation except for taxi. I could not confirm the timings but you may want to call them or better yet speak to the counter at the Clark airport or Manila airport to be certain.
Good luck.
Anyone has some experience with the "Pation Inn" Appartments in AC?
Thanks a lot
[QUOTE=Sad Sam;1422406]1) Now, the Swagman Fly The Bus has an airport drop off option. The total cost will be 600P. The advantage of this is that they will pick you up directly from your hotel in AC and drop you off at your terminal in Manila. So, from that point of view it is much more convenient than having to take additional transportations from the two bus stations, if you take the public bus. However, be warned that this option will take longer since they need to pick up people from various hotels and then also some dead time at the Swagman hotel in Manila. It seems like they have 3 trips a day. 8AM. 12 noon and 5 PM from AC.[/QUOTE]Any idea what the total trip time is? If you catch the 8am bus, what time do you get to the airport in Manila?
[QUOTE=Irony Monger;1431508]Any idea what the total trip time is? If you catch the 8am bus, what time do you get to the airport in Manila?[/QUOTE]In my recent experience, I took Fly the Bus at 8 am, arrived Swagman Hotel Manila at 9:45 am.
I asked front desk to rent a car to NAIA, they told me having a car at 11 am and charged me 300 peso.
Because I was not in hurry, so I waited there.
I arrived NAIA Terminal 3 before 11:30 am.
I think the total fare is 900 peso from AC to NAIA.
But I don't know how much they charge for NAIA drop off service if I'm in hurry.
[QUOTE=JonChiang; 1432294]In my recent experience, I took Fly the Bus at 8 am, arrived Swagman Hotel Manila at 9:45 am.
I asked front desk to rent a car to NAIA, they told me having a car at 11 am and charged me 300 peso.
Because I was not in hurry, so I waited there.
I arrived NAIA Terminal 3 before 11:30 am.
I think the total fare is 900 peso from AC to NAIA.
But I don't know how much they charge for NAIA drop off service if I'm in hurry.[/QUOTE]Jon,
If you just take a meter taxi from Swagman Manila to NAIA is less than 150 Peso no need to wait, the fastest way is take taxi form AC hotel direct to NAIA should be around 1300 peso take 2 hr or less.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Claudio;1431485]Anyone has some experience with the "Pation Inn" Appartments in AC?[/QUOTE]Have not stayed there in several years but the Patio is a fairly good place to stay. Located next to Swagman in the Diamond Sub., it is very quiet and about a 15 minute walk to Fields. There are not many units so the place fills up. The staff is friendly and helpful.
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1432684]Jon,
If you just take a meter taxi from Swagman Manila to NAIA is less than 150 Peso no need to wait, the fastest way is take taxi form AC hotel direct to NAIA should be around 1300 peso take 2 hr or less.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]Thanks Eddie.
When I arrived Swagman Manila, I forgot I can take taxi outside.
Newbie going Manila first time, I were just familiar to take jeepney or trike in AC. Hahaha.
But in next time I will try to take bus from Dau to Pasay.
I spent four nights at PB last week. I had three reserved and wanted to extend for an extra night. As it turns out I had to change rooms, okay no problem. Actually I packed my things a left for the afternoon and when I came back they had moved my luggage into the new room. I asked to settle the bill and they charged me for one of the waters. Now I did drink the bottle of water, but it was not in the refrig and was placed no where near the other mini bar goodies and was labeled with a Pacific Breeze label, so I assumed it was comped. Wrong. This kind of unsettled me.
So I settle my bill for the second room before going to sleep since I had an early out. When I left the key to get in the car at 5:00 am the next morning, they asked me to wait until they checked the mini bar. I told them I didn't consume anything and did not have a guest that night. Both things are true. They still asked me to wait. I did. 15 minutes, and then the girl told me that I had consumed two Diet Pepsi's. I'm like I don't even like that drink and I never opened the refrig. Well there is really no way to prove I didn't drink them and I was already 20 mins late getting on the road, so paid the damn drinks and left. I have never given a thought to taking inventory of the mini bar before when I check in, but I will now and most probably ask that all of it be removed from the room so that there won't be any "misunderstanding" in the future.
I am not sure if I will go back to PB or not, the last two times I have stayed there have both had some "service" issues that kind of irritate me. Nice location, but not sure if I will return. Just an FYI on the mini bar.
[QUOTE=Sky Ryder; 1433667]I spent four nights at PB last week. I had three reserved and wanted to extend for an extra night. As it turns out I had to change rooms, okay no problem. Actually I packed my things a left for the afternoon and when I came back they had moved my luggage into the new room. I asked to settle the bill and they charged me for one of the waters. Now I did drink the bottle of water, but it was not in the refrig and was placed no where near the other mini bar goodies and was labeled with a Pacific Breeze label, so I assumed it was comped. Wrong. This kind of unsettled me.
So I settle my bill for the second room before going to sleep since I had an early out. When I left the key to get in the car at 5:00 am the next morning, they asked me to wait until they checked the mini bar. I told them I didn't consume anything and did not have a guest that night. Both things are true. They still asked me to wait. I did. 15 minutes, and then the girl told me that I had consumed two Diet Pepsi's. I'm like I don't even like that drink and I never opened the refrig. Well there is really no way to prove I didn't drink them and I was already 20 mins late getting on the road, so paid the damn drinks and left. I have never given a thought to taking inventory of the mini bar before when I check in, but I will now and most probably ask that all of it be removed from the room so that there won't be any "misunderstanding" in the future.
I am not sure if I will go back to PB or not, the last two times I have stayed there have both had some "service" issues that kind of irritate me. Nice location, but not sure if I will return. Just an FYI on the mini bar.[/QUOTE]This happened to me in Cebu. They told me I took Gatorade and wanted 300 pesos. Asked them to check again and they called whoever. Then agreed that I did not take anything. I gave them a earful of why they should not do this. They had a sheepish grin but no apology.
[QUOTE=Sky Ryder; 1433667]I asked to settle the bill and they charged me for one of the waters.
When I left the key to get in the car at 5:00 am the next morning, they asked me to wait until they checked the mini bar. I told them I didn't consume anything and did not have a guest that night. Both things are true. They still asked me to wait. I did. 15 minutes, and then the girl told me that I had consumed two Diet Pepsi's.
Just an FYI on the mini bar.[/QUOTE]Anytime I check into a hotel in PI, I ALWAYS have them clear out the minibar. They will grumble a bit, but I tell them that this is because I want to put my own items in the fridge, which is true, but the main reason is so they can't charge me for items I didn't use.
[QUOTE=Irony Monger;1433910]Anytime I check into a hotel in PI, I ALWAYS have them clear out the minibar. They will grumble a bit, but I tell them that this is because I want to put my own items in the fridge, which is true, but the main reason is so they can't charge me for items I didn't use.[/QUOTE]I posted this link a few weeks ago.
[url]http://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/hote.429-2inhc.html[/url]
Just remember it is a piece of humor but there is a lesson there too. I don't recommend stealing the minibar contents nor do I recommend playing a stunt that ends up with the room boy / girl having to pay for the missing items.
Any time I have ever been asked to pay a false minibar charge for which I was not responsible then I just flat out refuse to pay. It has always been waived if you stand your ground or ask to speak to a manager.
I was in an Olongapo (barrio barreto) hotel and, after I reported no drinks taken, a Filipino guy came up and slammed down a half open bottle of beer. My gal wasn't a drinker and I don't waste a drop, so there was no way it was mine nor hers. He was aggressive and I was back. Of course the boss was away, since it was Jan 2. As I went to find transportation, the staff asked my gal,"why is he that way?". I should name the hotel, but maybe they've changed staff by now. I haven't been back to Subic since. They have a way of shooting themselves in the foot.
[QUOTE=Red Kilt; 1433950]I posted this link a few weeks ago.
[url]http://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/hote.429-2inhc.html[/url]
Just remember it is a piece of humor but there is a lesson there too. I don't recommend stealing the minibar contents nor do I recommend playing a stunt that ends up with the room boy / girl having to pay for the missing items.
Any time I have ever been asked to pay a false minibar charge for which I was not responsible then I just flat out refuse to pay. It has always been waived if you stand your ground or ask to speak to a manager.[/QUOTE]
Sorry if this is repetitive and a newbie question. I tried a search and didn't find any info.
Has anyone stayed at the Fields Plaza Suites? Any feedback? I'm assuming is close to the action as looking on a map, it looks like it's on the edge of the bar area.
[url]http://www.fieldsplazasuites.com[/url]
Hotel Review – Apartelle Royal, Fields Ave, next to Camelot bar. Close to Natalia hotel and Alaska bar.
Greetings: from two flights of stairs (no elevator). You're in for a healthy walk fella. Two sets of stairs just to get to the receptionist. Its got 14 rooms on 3 levels. Even the smallest room, I think around 1500p, is very spacious. Hope I remember to include pics. When I was checking in, the receptionist said the owner was running a promo. 15% discount, so about 1300p / night. Sweet. I had the smallest room (Standard). Very roomy. Full queen bed, nice firm mattress. Website claims 32' tv, but I measured 40' in the room. Room left over for several large comfy chairs and coffee table. Large bathroom with a shower you could fit 6 people in if you wanted. Fridge, room-safe, plenty of closet space with drawers. Plenty of light in the room also, about 6 lights recessed into the ceiling.
Back to the stairs. At checkin, got the key and the lady pointed down the hall to my room. Off I went in search of it. At the end of the hall there's another set of stairs going down, to a basement (so I thought). Down I went, and realized that I was still a full level above the street. So the initial sets of stairs, that I found difficult to climb, weren't two half-sets, they were a full flight each, puttting I think the receptionist on floor 3. My first thought was: I need to change rooms back upstairs; I don't want to negotiate 2 floors up and 1 floor down everytime I enter / leave the hotel. But on second thought, its extremely quiet in the back and bottom of the building. Those rooms on that floor are very isolated. No music, no nothing! So I stayed. And I could use the exercise with the stairs.
Solid wifi connection, there are only 3 rooms downstairs and the router is close by. Unfortunately, the high-quality PLDT connection comes / goes with the rains. When its up, it runs smoothly.
No restaurant and no breakfast included.
The nicest bunch of ladies at the desk and cleaning crew. Over 5 days / nights we got on a chummy basis, and they were glad to provide anything extra needed.
The phone line for the credit card. I paid daily, but on several days the phone line for the CC machine was dead. 'Sir you try later. ' I did. And did. It just never worked. Finally they took the machine downstairs to a bar and used the bar's phone line to process my CC.
Nobody batted an eye as I brought girls in from the left, right, and center, in one's and two's.
No phone in the room.
Aircon: worked very well, and the key is a door-key, not electronic card. You can leave all the stuff on in the room anytime you leave, including the aircon. Even when I turned it off while I was out, the chambermaid turned it back on for me and left it on for me (sweet). The security guys and ladies working inside were very sweet to me, and I brought them some breads everyday (no WONDER they kept smiling at me).
In 5 nights, I saw another guest a total of 3 times. One coming out of his room, one at the receptionist, and one meandering down the hall. Its a very quiet place (except for the music from Camelot bar close to the receptionist).
Pro's: Good on cost. Large comfy room.
Con: All those stairs! I go in / out of a hotel at least 3 times / day, often 2x that. And the height of each stair is fairly tall. I'd come in with pinay, and have to hold her hand so she could navigate up (like watching a child mountain-climb) , or she'd have to grab the hand-rail with both hands. If you're knees are bad, stay away.
There is a separate large jacuzzi room available. My pics similar to those on the website,
[url]http://www.apartelleroyal.com/[/url]
Natalia Hotel, near Alaska and Camelot bars. High-rise with elevator. Spacious lobby with restaurant. Also in the lobby, right at the front window facing Fields, are several couches and a large flat-screen TV with sports-net playing (lots of basketball). Breakfast is included in price; choice of Filipino (tocino, etc) or american. Right outside in the foyer is a money exchange, offering 43+ pesos / dollar. Also in the lobby is a convenience store.
I chose the Executive room for p2200. Good choice. Very roomy, queen bed, quiet and away from the noise of the street. Split aircon worked very well. Wifi was strong and relatively fast. The only time it disconnected was during a power outage one day. The power would go dead in the hotel for about 30 seconds before a generator kicked in, and the router would disconnect. A minute after the generator kicked the electricity on, it was back on it worked fine. Also in the room: large closet, safety box in the closet, two large overstuffed chairs, a couch, and small table. There is at least one light controlled by rheostat for dimming at the headboard of the bed (very romantic fella). The lady that took me up to the room, for good measure, stuck an extra key-card on the power slot. 'You keep that aircon going if you want. ' Nice!
The only thing that seemed to throw the thing off was the bedspread. It appeared to be right out of a 1950's movie scene, something your grandmother would have quilted.
Nice staff. Very attentive and helpful.
[url]http://www.nataliahotel.com/[/url]
Pic is from the money exchange in the foyer.
[QUOTE=Westcoast1; 1442877]Hotel Review – Apartelle Royal, Fields Ave, next to Camelot bar. Close to Natalia hotel and Alaska bar.
Greetings: from two flights of stairs (no elevator). You're in for a healthy walk fella. Two sets of stairs just to get to the receptionist. Its got 14 rooms on 3 levels. Even the smallest room, I think around 1500p, is very spacious. Hope I remember to include pics. When I was checking in, the receptionist said the owner was running a promo. 15% discount, so about 1300p / night. Sweet. I had the smallest room (Standard). Very roomy. Full queen bed, nice firm mattress. Website claims 32' tv, but I measured 40' in the room. Room left over for several large comfy chairs and coffee table. Large bathroom with a shower you could fit 6 people in if you wanted. Fridge, room-safe, plenty of closet space with drawers. Plenty of light in the room also, about 6 lights recessed into the ceiling...[/QUOTE]To west coast,
I stay there early this yr and I agree with you about the stair you have to have long leg they are tall stair, I see that they just upgrade TV to flat screen and is upstair of Camelot club good locations.
Fast Eddie 48
There are those who recommend choosing lodging because it is close to the action. But all the action I have to concern myself with is inside my pants when it performs on the bed in my hotel room. That being said, I highly recommend the several hotels located in proximity to the Swagman Hotel in the Diamond Subdivision. The Patio, the Marble Inn and the Koala are great places to stay. Each have spacious rooms for around 1000 Pesos. They are small family businesses and they take care of you or leave you the fuck alone as you wish.
[QUOTE=CalvinH; 1442653]Sorry if this is repetitive and a newbie question. I tried a search and didn't find any info.
Has anyone stayed at the Fields Plaza Suites? Any feedback? I'm assuming is close to the action as looking on a map, it looks like it's on the edge of the bar area.
[url]http://www.fieldsplazasuites.com[/url][/QUOTE]I stayed there a couple of years ago, it is a killer deal to get a 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom unit and split the cost with a wingman. Way expensive if you get a 1 bedroom just by yourself.
The location is excellent, the hotel excellent in almost every respect, the "almost" part is that it does not have a pool (although you can use the pool at its sister property ABC if you want to take a trike 2 km west).
I did not try the restaurant or room service, but there are plenty of options close by, Paradise Beer Garden is virtually right outside the door.
Highly recommended, I plan to stay there again, a wingman being the only precondition.
Does anyone have any feedback one way or the other on the Orchid Inn Resort? I'm not talking about the Wild Orchid, but rather the smaller property between Santos and Raymond Street.
I'm planning my next trip and am considering trying the hotel. The location looks perfect, close enough to walk pretty much everywhere along Fields without the need for a trike unless it's raining. Web reviews are mixed / inconclusive. In general I am OK with value but don't want to compromise overly much. I like clean, with reasonable service, decent A / C, good hot water and good internet / TV / cable. The pool looks fine.
Last trip I stayed at Pacific Breeze, and it was fine, other than upon repeat I will prefer to stick with the main building for easier pool access.
Any impressions on Orchid Inn Resort in general or how it compares to PB?
[QUOTE=CJTraveller; 1449413]Does anyone have any feedback one way or the other on the Orchid Inn Resort? I'm not talking about the Wild Orchid, but rather the smaller property between Santos and Raymond Street.
I'm planning my next trip and am considering trying the hotel. The location looks perfect, close enough to walk pretty much everywhere along Fields without the need for a trike unless it's raining. Web reviews are mixed / inconclusive. In general I am OK with value but don't want to compromise overly much. I like clean, with reasonable service, decent A / C, good hot water and good internet / TV / cable. The pool looks fine.
Last trip I stayed at Pacific Breeze, and it was fine, other than upon repeat I will prefer to stick with the main building for easier pool access.
Any impressions on Orchid Inn Resort in general or how it compares to PB?[/QUOTE]CJ,
The Orchid inn is a old hotel sister hotel of wild Orchid room are very small but cost much less than wild Orchid, this hotel been in AC for a long time one of the first one with a pool you should stay in PB not much more in price.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1449654]To CJ,
The Orchid inn is a old hotel sister hotel of wild Orchid room are very small but cost much less than wild Orchid, this hotel been in AC for a long time one of the first one with a pool you should stay in PB not much more in price.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]Thanks Fast Eddie,
I'm planning an early 2014 trip with the first leg in Puerto Galera (first time there) and the second leg in AC. Will probably spend a couple of nights in Pacific Breeze but book in the main building this time, and then jump to finish the AC leg at ABC.
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1449654]To CJ,
The Orchid inn is a old hotel sister hotel of wild Orchid room are very small but cost much less than wild Orchid, this hotel been in AC for a long time one of the first one with a pool you should stay in PB not much more in price.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]I stayed at Orchid Inn as recently as 10 days ago and stayed at Pacific Breeze as recently as 3 weeks ago and have used both hotels frequently over the years. Eddy is misinforming you. Pacific Breeze is less expensive than Orchid Inn, particularly if you pay cash as they will give you a 10% discount. Orchid Inn's set rates are more expensive than Pacific Breeze and only give a 5% discount for paying cash. Both places have ATMs and both places have various sizes of rooms. Orchid Inn's rooms are somewhat more outdated than Pacific Breeze, although still very comfy. Street noise at either place is not an issue.
I'd rather sit at Orchid Inn's bar than Pacific Breeze's as you are on a busy corner and can watch the world go by as opposed to being at the back of the Hotel at Pacific Breeze where you see only guests and staff. Management and service at both places is very friendly and efficient. Pools are about equal but the pool at Orchid Inn gets more sun. Quality of food is also about equal. I generally stay at Pacific Breeze and use Orchid Inn when Pacific Breeze is full. Never had a complaint about either place.
Orchid has a pool, and is one of the oldest hotels blah, blah. I don't think Eddie "misinformed" anyone. Slippery is the one who takes a cheap shot, but doesn't really give any kind of review that would support his msg. As for the corner bar, I've stayed at the INN and never bothered to sit at the corner bar. WHy? To watch. Watch what. OMG, watch the trikes go by. How exiting.
[QUOTE=Slippery; 1449928]I stayed at Orchid Inn as recently as 10 days ago and stayed at Pacific Breeze as recently as 3 weeks ago and have used both hotels frequently over the years. Eddy is misinforming you. Pacific Breeze is less expensive than Orchid Inn, particularly if you pay cash as they will give you a 10% discount. Orchid Inn's set rates are more expensive than Pacific Breeze and only give a 5% discount for paying cash. Both places have ATMs and both places have various sizes of rooms. Orchid Inn's rooms are somewhat more outdated than Pacific Breeze, although still very comfy. Street noise at either place is not an issue.
I'd rather sit at Orchid Inn's bar than Pacific Breeze's as you are on a busy corner and can watch the world go by as opposed to being at the back of the Hotel at Pacific Breeze where you see only guests and staff. Management and service at both places is very friendly and efficient. Pools are about equal but the pool at Orchid Inn gets more sun. Quality of food is also about equal. I generally stay at Pacific Breeze and use Orchid Inn when Pacific Breeze is full. Never had a complaint about either place.[/QUOTE]
Pacific Breeze is and has been less expensive than Orchid Inn for years and Orchid Inn's website prices are old prices. That's where Eddie misinformed. Geez, I stay a Pacific Breeze every two weeks and at Orchid Inn once a month or so. Like I don't know how much I pay? Duhhhhhhhhhh.
Sounds like you spend too much time in AC. Can you say Duhhh, one more time. It kind of suits you.
I think Fast Eddie gave a quick hotel review which I think summed things up pretty well. Thanks Eddie. Prices of course depend on which level of rooms you are referring to and then again there is value to consider. I find PB rather sterile and the annex rather horrid. Granted, there are some bad rooms at Orchid Inn, in the old wing.
Slippery tells us that the website has "old prices", but he doesn't tell us if the actual prices are better or worse. Might I suggest that he spend more time typing useful info rather than rattling cages.
And if someone is "misinformed" that's okay, but it seems a lot more hostile when you write,"he is misinforming you". Maybe I'm splitting hairs. LOL.
[QUOTE=Slippery;1450025]Pacific Breeze is and has been less expensive than Orchid Inn for years and Orchid Inn's website prices are old prices. That's where Eddie misinformed. Geez, I stay a Pacific Breeze every two weeks and at Orchid Inn once a month or so. Like I don't know how much I pay? Duhhhhhhhhhh.[/QUOTE]
For years X you split hairs, getting to the point of being placed on moderation. Perhaps I have legitimate reasons for spending some time in AC. Perhaps you're envious. I do believe I provided some useful information in comparing and contrasting the two places. You take offense at the use of the word "misinformed." It wasn't even directed at you so who's "rattling cages?" I stand on what I said about prices and don't really care if you agree or not.
[QUOTE=Slippery;1450025]Pacific Breeze is and has been less expensive than Orchid Inn for years and Orchid Inn's website prices are old prices. That's where Eddie misinformed. Geez, I stay a Pacific Breeze every two weeks and at Orchid Inn once a month or so. Like I don't know how much I pay? Duhhhhhhhhhh.[/QUOTE]To Slippery,
I stay at Orchid about 6 month ago Standard room is 1580 p w cash discount paid upfront, Last year I stay at PB Deluxe room is 1900p is more now, so don't screw up again hope you are taking about Orchid inn not the Wild Orchid resort, I just recommend JC travel paid more Peso and stay in PB is worth the extra money a better hotel than Orchid inn.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1450584]To Slippery,
I stay at Orchid about 6 month ago Standard room is 1580 p w cash discount paid upfront, Last year I stay at PB Deluxe room is 1900p is more now, so don't screw up again hope you are taking about Orchid inn not the Wild Orchid resort, I just recommend JC travel paid more Peso and stay in PB is worth the extra money a better hotel than Orchid inn.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]PPeace bro. Some people just like to start pi$$ing matches. But PB is still less expensive by about $10. 00 a night and a nicer place. I'm certainly not talking about Wild Orchid. I never stayed there. Maybe we both have things bassackwaydrs. I just stay at Pacific Breeze and Orchid s Inn so that's why I remarked with personal experience in the last three weeks. . Sorry that X was so offended. Nothing directed at you. Our antagonist will probably remark though . Our antogonist does'nt like either place. Both are probably too expensive.
"our antagonist" "sorry that X was offended" "our antagonist will probably remark" "both are probably too expensive (for the antagonist).
Are people learning to debate on the Internet, or is this Fox News syndrom? LOL.
I've done reviews here at ISG, including pictures, for both hotels. Eddie may not have been especially informative, nor completely accurate, but he did not "misinform" people when he made a remark that suggested rooms at pb are more expensive than oi. Having stayed at both hotels, I think OI offers better value for roughly the same priced rooms. That is MY opinion and I'm not trying to say that anyone else's opinion is wrong.
I've also stayed at Wild Orchid. Orchid Inn and WO are both owned by the same group and it does cause confusion. WO is newer, bigger and is much more expensive. The cheaper rooms (which are not cheap) are quite small. But have nicely located mirrors. This place, as well as the WO in Olongapo (at Subic Bay) , have massive pools.
PB and OI also have pools. I like the OI pool better, but that is only my (in capital letters) opinion. If someone were to say that PB pool is bigger, I would probably agree, but I don't think it's better. Peace. X.
[QUOTE=Slippery;1450643]PPeace bro. Some people just like to start pi$$ing matches. But PB is still less expensive by about $10. 00 a night and a nicer place. I'm certainly not talking about Wild Orchid. I never stayed there. Maybe we both have things bassackwaydrs. I just stay at Pacific Breeze and Orchid s Inn so that's why I remarked with personal experience in the last three weeks. Sorry that X was so offended. Nothing directed at you. Our antagonist will probably remark though . Our antogonist does'nt like either place. Both are probably too expensive.[/QUOTE]
Stayed here July 2013 for several nights. This hotel is 6 or 8 blocks south from the end of Fields at McArthur. It was about 2800 pesos per night, booked directly off the internet, which was less than the same booking through hotels. Com. This included breakfast and dinner. The dinner was quite good (for Philippines) and was the reason I didn't switch to another hotel. Included wifi worked fine.
During this off-season, they seemed to be in transition. Finally refurbishing the rest of their rooms, and replacing the last CRT TVs with flat panels. I guess the pool is finished but its not integrated with the hotel, you cross a bit of parking lot to get there. Gym is not finished either. Place is attached to a new disco or two, which pump up the bass until 4 or 5 AM on Friday and Saturday nights, making many of the rooms uninhabitable. Some rooms have no windows. Bed was firm but fine. Girl friendly, natch.
They couldn't arrange a late night CRK pickup, suggested I take a taxi for 500 pesos, which I did. For return flight I took the jeepney out to CRK for 12 pesos (plus a bit of a walk).
Its possible to walk out the back of the parking lot and work your way over to A Santos. Past a small trike stand and Cherry's Bar. But I didn't feel safe trying this after dark, so then you must take the long way around on McArthur (many cars, few sidewalks) then in past the casino. Either way you're really not in the middle of the action, and have a longer walk at night.
Bottom line, this may be a 3 star hotel, but its just a bit disjointed, and just a bit too far out of the way. Next time I will stay right on (or within a block or two of) Fields or Perimeter. Still not sure where. Wild Orchid quoted me 3900 in person. I'll do more internet research next time.
[url]http://centuryhotelangeles.com/[/url]
Century Complex Driveway.
Angeles City 2009, Philippines.
+63 45 322 4888
[QUOTE=E Z Rhino; 1451576]Stayed here July 2013 for several nights. This hotel is 6 or 8 blocks south from the end of Fields at McArthur. It was about 2800 pesos per night, booked directly off the internet, which was less than the same booking through hotels. Com. This included breakfast and dinner. The dinner was quite good (for Philippines) and was the reason I didn't switch to another hotel. Included wifi worked fine.
During this off-season, they seemed to be in transition. Finally refurbishing the rest of their rooms, and replacing the last CRT TVs with flat panels. I guess the pool is finished but its not integrated with the hotel, you cross a bit of parking lot to get there. Gym is not finished either. Place is attached to a new disco or two, which pump up the bass until 4 or 5 AM on Friday and Saturday nights, making many of the rooms uninhabitable. Some rooms have no windows. Bed was firm but fine. Girl friendly, natch.
They couldn't arrange a late night CRK pickup, suggested I take a taxi for 500 pesos, which I did. For return flight I took the jeepney out to CRK for 12 pesos (plus a bit of a walk).
Its possible to walk out the back of the parking lot and work your way over to A Santos. Past a small trike stand and Cherry's Bar. But I didn't feel safe trying this after dark, so then you must take the long way around on McArthur (many cars, few sidewalks) then in past the casino. Either way you're really not in the middle of the action, and have a longer walk at night.
Bottom line, this may be a 3 star hotel, but its just a bit disjointed, and just a bit too far out of the way. Next time I will stay right on (or within a block or two of) Fields or Perimeter. Still not sure where. Wild Orchid quoted me 3900 in person. I'll do more internet research next time.
[url]http://centuryhotelangeles.com/[/url]
Century Complex Driveway.
Angeles City 2009, Philippines.
+63 45 322 4888[/QUOTE]The price looks good which includes breakfast and dinner buffet. My question is it for two people? This way food is taken care of for two and only lunch needs to be bought. Then it is a good deal. Walk from near the Casino to fields is ok till about 11 PM. After that better take a trike. I did walk from the Casino many times along mccarthur late at night after gambling. Nobody really bothered me except one time couple of ladyboys asked me if I like company. I just kept walking.
I have used the short cut to santos few times during the day. The road winds through local housing. Once again this route is not advisable at night.
I believe this hotel has the same entrance as the Casino.
[QUOTE=Sammon; 1451626]The price looks good which includes breakfast and dinner buffet. My question is it for two people? This way food is taken care of for two and only lunch needs to be bought. Then it is a good deal. Walk from near the Casino to fields is ok till about 11 PM. After that better take a trike. I did walk from the Casino many times along mccarthur late at night after gambling. Nobody really bothered me except one time couple of ladyboys asked me if I like company. I just kept walking.
I have used the short cut to santos few times during the day. The road winds through local housing. Once again this route is not advisable at night. I believe this hotel has the same entrance as the Casino.[/QUOTE]I was traveling solo so I don't know what their deal was for two... check their website or just call them. Things seem in flux there. Right now they have 2 classes of rooms, but they may be upgrading them all. Century has the same car entrance of McArthur, but is a separate building from the casino, nestled behind it. Yeah walking along MacArthur my concern was more, getting run over, than getting robbed. Plus thinking, if I were on the strip I'd be home by now. Maybe in some ways there are better deals or more luxury if you go further a-field (so to speak). For my next trip I just want to be in the thick of things.
Hotel is under renovation. Currently only levels 7 & 8 are being used for guests. Hotel rooms are fine. Quite clean and OK. Location is walking distance to Fields. Hotel has a free shuttle which is available from 10am each day. Most trikes and girls know this place as Mint Hotel.
Breakfast available at the rooftop. Served in an aircon breakfast room. Cooked full breakfast was P295 from memory.
Staff are OK but don't have the same professional edge as say the ABC Hotel. Then again, it is one third of the price. Price I booked at Mint was USD40 per night (ABC would have been USD115).
Reception offers a security box service. Meaning that passports are sealed into an envelope and put into their safe. Not as convenient as an in-room safe as I find the in-room safe I also use for managing the daily cash supply where as here I was relying on hiding my cash in my special hiding place.
Location is OK, choice of a few coffee shops around the place. Quite a few restaurants, Yellow Cab pizza across the road. Not as much foot traffic as staying closer to Fields.
Got quite annoyed at night though. The walls are quite thin. The TV from the adjoining rooms can come through and interrupt the sleep. I ended up using ear plugs. Not ideal.
Would I stay again, yes I would stay when on a budget. It's budget priced at the moment and good quality rooms.
Happy travels.
I have been RTTF and have noticed a few hotels that seem good. I will be going to AC later this month. I noticed a few have renovations going on. Anybody have a particular place they like to stay at? I usually go for a place in between $50-60.
As for Pacific Breeze. Has anyone stayed in one of the jacuzzi rooms?
I will keep RTTF and get as much info as I can, but any suggestions are well appreciated.
FLT.
[QUOTE=BrainDrain;1451869]Hotel is under renovation. Currently only levels 7 & 8 are being used for guests. Hotel rooms are fine. Quite clean and OK. Location is walking distance to Fields. Hotel has a free shuttle which is available from 10am each day. Most trikes and girls know this place as Mint Hotel.[/QUOTE]Do they offer free airport pick-up?
[QUOTE=FLT09; 1467335]I have been RTTF and have noticed a few hotels that seem good. I will be going to AC later this month. I noticed a few have renovations going on. Anybody have a particular place they like to stay at? I usually go for a place in between $50-60.
As for Pacific Breeze. Has anyone stayed in one of the jacuzzi rooms?
I will keep RTTF and get as much info as I can, but any suggestions are well appreciated.
FLT.[/QUOTE]To FLT109.
I am at AC now staying at Devera hotel only open 2 yr nice hotel standard starting at 1350p always full, there are 2 new hotel opening this month the penthouse and queen hotel so business is good the demand is strong, the Jacuzzi room at pacific breeze is small not worth the money.
Fast Eddie 48.
Fast Eddie 48
I'm in Pacific Breeze as I write this although in a regular room. I have however stayed in their Jacuzzi rooms in the past. Jacuzzi rooms are simply a larger room with Jacuzzi in them. As per Jacuzzi, I can take it or leave it. Price, comfort and service are my primary considerations and PB is excellent with those.
Here's your word of caution with PB. PB consists of 2 buildings, the main building and the annex across the street. The annex is three floors without an elevator. At my age and in my orthopedic condition, I hate stairs. The main building is much more convenient and if you make a reservation, tell them you want the main building and they will do everything they can to accommodate you. BTW the Jacuzzi rooms are in the main building.
Finally, PB gives a 10% discount if you pay cash up front. If they ask for a CC to make a reservation, pay cash when you get here.
Thanks for the tip Slip and Fast Eddie.
The jacuzzi seemed tempting. I was picturing some fun I could have in a room like that. I will check out Devera as well, thanks for the tip.
Edit: After checking out Devera I sent in a reservation. What type of room are you staying in? I Went for one of the jacuzzi rooms, just can't get that thought out of my head now. Hopefully rooms will be available.
FLT.
[QUOTE=FLT09; 1467525]Thanks for the tip Slip and Fast Eddie.
The jacuzzi seemed tempting. I was picturing some fun I could have in a room like that. I will check out Devera as well, thanks for the tip.
Edit: After checking out Devera I sent in a reservation. What type of room are you staying in? I Went for one of the jacuzzi rooms, just can't get that thought out of my head now. Hopefully rooms will be available.
FLT.[/QUOTE]
To FLT.
I am stay at the standard 1350 a night small room on a budget this trip the Jacuzzi room is larger no sure the cost, if can afford ABC Jacuzzi room is the best in town and very expensive.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1467599]To FLT.
I am stay at the standard 1350 a night small room on a budget this trip the Jacuzzi room is larger no sure the cost, if can afford ABC Jacuzzi room is the best in town and very expensive.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]I booked 5 nights there. I could only get 3 nights, p2700 a night, in an executive jacuzzi, so the last 2 nights I went with the junior suite, p3750 a night. I figured I would roll the dice and see how it goes. Being the birthday week I figured I would splurge a bit more, hopefully it is worth it LOL. ABC would be nice but more than I am willing to spend though.
If you hear or see anything that would make a person think twice while you are there let me know. Thanks again.
FLT.
I am looking for the newly remodeled places that are in the 1500-1800 range for good size rooms with large beds and close to the action. Unfortunately Devera and Infinity are both full. I am trying to decide between these two. Any one have experience with either of these? I haven't seen these mentioned much.
Thanks
Currently staying at the Devera Hotel. Great staff that's very accommodating. The rooms are of satisfaction as well. Distance to Walking Street isn't far either with the location of the hotel right next to ABC Hotel and Pony Tail's.
Only cons of the hotel are the tiny bathrooms, the elevator and lack of pool or gym I suppose. If you're a big dude, good luck trying to squeeze on to that tiny toilet! Also the shower doesn't have a door or curtain. So if you're a big dude, the bathroom floors going to get wet fast! Although I like the price of the hotel, I think I might stay at one with a hotel the next time I'm here.
It is just a great hotel, convenient to Fields and Walking street, but still in a quiet area, and even safe enough to walk home any time of the night. Oh, and they cdo a gesat breakfadt as well at the pool bar.
[QUOTE=YG365; 1477868]Currently staying at the Devera Hotel. Great staff that's very accommodating. The rooms are of satisfaction as well. Distance to Walking Street isn't far either with the location of the hotel right next to ABC Hotel and Pony Tail's.
Only cons of the hotel are the tiny bathrooms, the elevator and lack of pool or gym I suppose. If you're a big dude, good luck trying to squeeze on to that tiny toilet! Also the shower doesn't have a door or curtain. So if you're a big dude, the bathroom floors going to get wet fast! Although I like the price of the hotel, I think I might stay at one with a hotel the next time I'm here.[/QUOTE]To YG365.
If you want a big shower stay at the royal apartelle above the Camelot you can fit about 6 girl in the shower but bathroom is run down need remodeling, I stay at Devera a few week ago I like the rain shower yes the standard room is small but very clean.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1478076]To YG365.
If you want a big shower stay at the royal apartelle above the Camelot you can fit about 6 girl in the shower but bathroom is run down need remodeling, I stay at Devera a few week ago I like the rain shower yes the standard room is small but very clean.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]Ya. I like the rain shower as well and how clean to hotel is. I guess I've been spoiled because I usually stay the ABC or Lewis Grand Hotel. I just went the cheaper route this trip because I'm staying for a longer time.
I really think 5-7 days is ideal for a trip to Angeles.
[QUOTE=Buko Max;1467355]Do they offer free airport pick-up?[/QUOTE]Oops, apologies just saw this message. I know they have a shuttle service. I'll look for my email history and find out.
[QUOTE=Buko Max;1467355]Do they offer free airport pick-up?[/QUOTE]The airport pick-up is included in the room accommodation. Just email the hotel prior to your arrival.
Have stayed in both of these properties but not lately. Here are my short reviews:
[b]Medgar[/b]
This hotel was built five+ years ago and is fil-am owned. Very quiet and closer to perimeter road bars. During the rainy season, the road is subject to flooding. Every room has a kitchenette if you like cooking your own grub. The beds are above average size with box springs. They have an entertainment room perfect for watching American football during the season.
[b]950 Condotel[/b]
Located directly on Fields above JJ's Supermarket making it a great location. Next door to Margarita Station. Hard to tell there is even a hotel here. My standard room had no windows and was small so you might want to book a deluxe. They have a great rooftop resto perfect for watching the sunset and getting the night started!
[QUOTE=BrainDrain;1478504]The airport pick-up is included in the room accommodation. Just email the hotel prior to your arrival.[/QUOTE]Thanks BD! I'll give them a shot next time I'm in town since I'm a BW rewards member.
Heard from the news that Clark Airport will be open for international flights like NAIA, it was a good news for Angeles City, Balikbayans will have a stop-over there for some fun.
[QUOTE=Capistrano;1479860]Heard from the news that Clark Airport will be open for international flights like NAIA, it was a good news for Angeles City, Balikbayans will have a stop-over there for some fun.[/QUOTE]Clark has had International flights for a loooong time. You need to RTFF / Internet more.
This is not breaking news.
Does anyone have any info or report on the remodeled Queens Hotel and Restaurant? As far as price, quality and service?
[QUOTE=Capistrano;1479860]Heard from the news that Clark Airport will be open for international flights like NAIA, it was a good news for Angeles City, Balikbayans will have a stop-over there for some fun.[/QUOTE]You can get an idea of Origins and airlines here: [url]http://www.flightstats.com/go/FlightStatus/flightStatusByAirport.do?airportCode=CRK&airportQueryType=0[/url]
Mostly budget airlines and incoming flights are few and far between.
[QUOTE=Capistrano;1479860]Heard from the news that Clark Airport will be open for international flights like NAIA, it was a good news for Angeles City, Balikbayans will have a stop-over there for some fun.[/QUOTE]LOL. I know Korean Air and Asiana Air have been flying there for a while now. Not sure about any of the US Airlines though.
[QUOTE=YG365;1483553]LOL. I know Korean Air and Asiana Air have been flying there for a while now.[/QUOTE]For a while, yes. Air Asia is flying into Clark since 2004. And, I enjoyed it, hehe, before the Korean invasion.
Since October Emirates is flying directly from Dubai to Clarks.
[QUOTE=YG365; 1477868]Currently staying at the Devera Hotel. Great staff that's very accommodating. The rooms are of satisfaction as well. Distance to Walking Street isn't far either with the location of the hotel right next to ABC Hotel and Pony Tail's.
Only cons of the hotel are the tiny bathrooms, the elevator and lack of pool or gym I suppose. If you're a big dude, good luck trying to squeeze on to that tiny toilet! Also the shower doesn't have a door or curtain. So if you're a big dude, the bathroom floors going to get wet fast! Although I like the price of the hotel, I think I might stay at one with a hotel the next time I'm here.[/QUOTE]I stayed in Devera hotel this month for 2 nights. Asked for a non smoking room and was told it is. But it reeked of cigarette smoke either from there or neighbor rooms. They should make one whole floor non smoking.
Otherwise hotel is in excellent location and clean and nice bed and the employees are very good. One word of caution though. When I gave the girl 4000 pesos as deposit she did not give me a receipt. I have had a bad experience in Royal Amsterdam one time when I did not insist on receipt. The girl told me I gave her 1000 pesos less. Anyway this time I called the girl from the room and asked her to send the receipt to the room and was done. Small bathroom does not bother me. There is a rooftop restaurant there now and eggs benedict ordered was excellent. Only thing is when you order
Coffee or tea it is for one cup no refills. However room has hot water boiler and you can get coffee or tea powder and make yourself. Did not eat there except breakfast.
I am not a smoker and hate to wake up with a sore throat with all the inhaled smoke.
[QUOTE=Ekspat;1483613]For a while, yes. Air Asia is flying into Clark since 2004. And, I enjoyed it, hehe, before the Korean invasion.[/QUOTE]Too bad, now I got an email, that the route Clark-KL by Air Asia has been cancelled. Have no other choice anymore than going through NAIA. SH*T!
[QUOTE=Ekspat;1483900]Too bad, now I got an email, that the route Clark-KL by Air Asia has been cancelled. Have no other choice anymore than going through NAIA. SH*T![/QUOTE]Yes, I also was disappointed to find that they still have CRK listed in the choice of destinations on the search but simply doesn't return results.
I ended up using SEA Air ticketed through Tiger. But this only leaves from Singapore which doesn't help you.
Still for me, I get to avoid Manila and also the EDSA and the drive. Also, the P2500 each way cost.
[QUOTE=Ekspat;1483900]Too bad, now I got an email, that the route Clark-KL by Air Asia has been cancelled. Have no other choice anymore than going through NAIA. SH*T![/QUOTE]To EKspat.
Did you check other airline like Cebu pacific or Tiger Air I think they fly to KL also with stop in Singapore no sure the laid over time you might just as well go to Manila and go from there.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=BrainDrain; 1484215]Yes, I also was disappointed to find that they still have CRK listed in the choice of destinations on the search but simply doesn't return results.
I ended up using SEA Air ticketed through Tiger. But this only leaves from Singapore which doesn't help you.
Still for me, I get to avoid Manila and also the EDSA and the drive. Also, the P2500 each way cost.[/QUOTE]Looks like the AirAsia absence is temporarily suspended while they sort out Zest:
[url]http://business.inquirer.net/142887/philippines-airasia-re-aligns-operations-in-clark-airport[/url]
No, guys, for me there is another solution. I simply do not go to Angeles anymore and spend my entire time in Burgos, Makati or elsewhere. End of story, and since the schedule of CP and Zest for KL-MNL is pretty inconvenient, I then just go for MAS or PAL.
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48;1484251]Did you check other airline like Cebu pacific or Tiger Air I think they fly to KL also with stop in Singapore[/QUOTE]Did a quick check on CP, I don't like the schedule. A flight with a stop in Singapore is out of question for me. I just take MAS then in the future.
[QUOTE=BrainDrain; 1484215]Yes, I also was disappointed to find that they still have CRK listed in the choice of destinations on the search but simply doesn't return results.
I ended up using SEA Air ticketed through Tiger. But this only leaves from Singapore which doesn't help you.
Still for me, I get to avoid Manila and also the EDSA and the drive. Also, the P2500 each way cost.[/QUOTE]TigerAir Philippines still flies direct crk-BKK.
[url]http://www.tigerair.com/sg/en/[/url]
[url]https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clark_International_Airport[/url]#Airlines_and_destinations
But Cebu Pacific has cancelled.
[QUOTE=Dg8787;1483130]Does anyone have any info or report on the remodeled Queens Hotel and Restaurant? As far as price, quality and service?[/QUOTE]To DG.
I check it out last month take to the Security guy he told me it will open in NOV not sure about the price.
Fast Eddie 48
It's right off Fields Ave, listed as a luxury hotel in some hotel sites, but the room is very basic, Motel 6 quality. There are other nicer hotels near Fields Ave.
The housekeeping staff says hi!
DG asked, and I have no information about the Queens hotel.
I do know that I had an excellend Italian meal at a restaurant back in August. It was a quiet night and I ended up talking to the Chef and the Chef's wife (filipina). To be honest I was hitting on the waitress, but once the mgmt realized I was talkative they butted in. GOod people who have run a restaurant in Hawaii. And the food was pretty damn good. It was also very expensive by local standards, but I would go again.
Is anyone still reading the restaurant review. They told me they are moving to Queens hotel when it opens. X Man
[QUOTE=X Man; 1488928]DG asked, and I have no information about the Queens hotel.
I do know that I had an excellend Italian meal at a restaurant back in August. It was a quiet night and I ended up talking to the Chef and the Chef's wife (filipina). To be honest I was hitting on the waitress, but once the mgmt realized I was talkative they butted in. GOod people who have run a restaurant in Hawaii. And the food was pretty damn good. It was also very expensive by local standards, but I would go again.
Is anyone still reading the restaurant review. They told me they are moving to Queens hotel when it opens. X Man[/QUOTE]Thanks X Man. According to Trip Advisor the restaurant is opened at Queens Hotel now and has excellent reviews. Pricey but excellent food, which is hard to find in AC. I plan on eating there in the near future. The hotel does not rate as high.
Guys,
Can you recommend any reasonably priced hotels with 2 room suites? I'll be going for a night with a buddy of mine and getting a suite with a jacuzzi (preferably) and 2 separate rooms would be nice. I know ABC has some, but I've never splurged for a room there before.
Thanks
Not bad hotel, pool areaand eating place was nice.
However the stairs can be a bit of a killer.
And I had Ants in my room the entire stay.
Had to bring in house keeping to help rid me of them
[QUOTE=Sammon;1483639]I stayed in Devera hotel this month for 2 nights. Asked for a non smoking room and was told it is. But it reeked of cigarette smoke either from there or neighbor rooms.[/QUOTE]I had the same problem with my little tiny room there last stay. Plus no hot water, wonky wifi, and no real window. The staff are friendly but ineffectual. (Why do I feel like I'm describing the whole country?) Anyhow I won't be staying there again. In fact I'm a little surprised at the continuing popularity of the place.
[QUOTE=Sammon; 1483639]I stayed in Devera hotel this month for 2 nights. Asked for a non smoking room and was told it is. But it reeked of cigarette smoke either from there or neighbor rooms. They should make one whole floor non smoking.
Otherwise hotel is in excellent location and clean and nice bed and the employees are very good. One word of caution though. When I gave the girl 4000 pesos as deposit she did not give me a receipt. I have had a bad experience in Royal Amsterdam one time when I did not insist on receipt. The girl told me I gave her 1000 pesos less. Anyway this time I called the girl from the room and asked her to send the receipt to the room and was done. Small bathroom does not bother me. There is a rooftop restaurant there now and eggs benedict ordered was excellent. Only thing is when you order
Coffee or tea it is for one cup no refills. However room has hot water boiler and you can get coffee or tea powder and make yourself. Did not eat there except breakfast.
I am not a smoker and hate to wake up with a sore throat with all the inhaled smoke.[/QUOTE]To Sammon.
I don't think Devera have non smoking room they just use Odor spary to cover up the smoke, the Coffee suck there taste like instant stuff and you want second, Just compain to Joyce M the cute manager I know her back in Central park days like to give her a hard time she the one that give me a hard time when I return back to the hotel alone.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=X Man; 1488928]DG asked, and I have no information about the Queens hotel.
I do know that I had an excellend Italian meal at a restaurant back in August. It was a quiet night and I ended up talking to the Chef and the Chef's wife (filipina). To be honest I was hitting on the waitress, but once the mgmt realized I was talkative they butted in. GOod people who have run a restaurant in Hawaii. And the food was pretty damn good. It was also very expensive by local standards, but I would go again.
Is anyone still reading the restaurant review. They told me they are moving to Queens hotel when it opens. X Man[/QUOTE]To X Man.
I find the new Queen hotel web site look like they remodel all the room larger than before, they want the upscale market very nice pool but expensive, they are taking reservation not sure is open yet.
Fast Eddie 48
[url]www.queensangeles.com[/url]
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48;1489970]they want the upscale market very nice pool but expensive, they are taking reservation not sure is open yet.[/QUOTE]Partly open, with a 20% discount to make up for construction noises, water cuts etc. I spent a couple nights there. Nice place but pricey, most rooms in the P3000+ range. I still think Pacific Breeze is the best pick in this part of town.
[QUOTE=Betong;1490000]Partly open, with a 20% discount to make up for construction noises, water cuts etc. I spent a couple nights there. Nice place but pricey, most rooms in the P3000+ range. I still think Pacific Breeze is the best pick in this part of town.[/QUOTE]To Betong.
They charge so damn high even Standard are 2800 P w 20 % discount is still way higher than Pacific Breeze, what the hell is Japanese technology hotel are they target Japanese high roller.
Fast Eddie 48
In June, I was there with Kokomos; but there was an opening promotion from Eurotel for 1400 P, Any buddies around that area who saw any attractive promotion (with any hotel) going on?
Thanks / G
I'm thinking of staying about 2 months from April thru May. Obviously I don't want to spend 2 months in a hotel room. If anyone knows of or has reasonable accomidations for the 2 months please PM me.
I will be in Angeles in January and will be looking for a studio or 1 BR. I can meet you then and look at your property.
Those who are charging big money for the monger. Bless you. But forget me.
Looking for places that are more geared to the local ex-pat, not the tourist who come and spend a great amount of money in a couple of weeks because they are on vacation and won't be back for a year or two.
I was in Angeles 4 times totaling about 13 weeks last year. I have some idea of the local rates just need help finding a 1/2 way decent one!
I was hoping some of the more experienced people here could give me some advice, will be in ac the last week in Feb and first week of Mar.
Debating weather I should just spin the roulette wheel and book all one place or just book a night and look around the next day for the best room I don't want to get stuck with a non working air conditioner or no hot water hole for 7 days I'v read enough to know they will stick you in the worst room first And It's Almost impossible to get a refund. Thing is that time frame I believe will still be the end of high season I want to make sure I can get a room if I wing it. Also I know it's easy to get a decent room for $100 a night but I only want to spend 50 or less.
Thank's in advance.
[QUOTE=DonHoe; 1491798]I was hoping some of the more experienced people here could give me some advice, will be in ac the last week in Feb and first week of Mar.
Debating weather I should just spin the roulette wheel and book all one place or just book a night and look around the next day for the best room I don't want to get stuck with a non working air conditioner or no hot water hole for 7 days I'v read enough to know they will stick you in the worst room first And It's Almost impossible to get a refund. Thing is that time frame I believe will still be the end of high season I want to make sure I can get a room if I wing it. Also I know it's easy to get a decent room for $100 a night but I only want to spend 50 or less.
Thank's in advance.[/QUOTE]At that time of the year, it is harder to get accommodation without booking. Not impossible, but you may have to do a bit of walking and accept something less than perfect, or pay over your required budget.
[QUOTE=DonHoe; 1491798]I was hoping some of the more experienced people here could give me some advice, will be in ac the last week in Feb and first week of Mar.
Debating weather I should just spin the roulette wheel and book all one place or just book a night and look around the next day for the best room I don't want to get stuck with a non working air conditioner or no hot water hole for 7 days I'v read enough to know they will stick you in the worst room first And It's Almost impossible to get a refund. Thing is that time frame I believe will still be the end of high season I want to make sure I can get a room if I wing it. Also I know it's easy to get a decent room for $100 a night but I only want to spend 50 or less.
Thank's in advance.[/QUOTE]There are at least 100 places to stay in AC, many of them quite reputable but you don't even, on your first post, tell us what hotel (s) you might be looking at. Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr. Read the frigg'and form and ascertain within a reasonable degree of certainty, what hotels might fit your needs and then ask specific questions about them. If you're worried about "them" sticking you in the worst room for 7 days, you are obviously looking at the worst hotels.
[QUOTE=DonHoe; 1491798]I was hoping some of the more experienced people here could give me some advice, will be in ac the last week in Feb and first week of Mar.
Debating weather I should just spin the roulette wheel and book all one place or just book a night and look around the next day for the best room I don't want to get stuck with a non working air conditioner or no hot water hole for 7 days I'v read enough to know they will stick you in the worst room first And It's Almost impossible to get a refund. Thing is that time frame I believe will still be the end of high season I want to make sure I can get a room if I wing it. Also I know it's easy to get a decent room for $100 a night but I only want to spend 50 or less.
Thank's in advance.[/QUOTE]I say book a room first. Especially if it's your first time. I hope you're able to get your act together and figure out transportation, rooms, etc. Before you get there.
Goodluck,
YG
Why would the end of Feb. And beginning of March be a bad time to shop around for a hotel room? I've been in AC in mid March and thought it was a bit slow.
[QUOTE=Rubberyman;1491969]At that time of the year, it is harder to get accommodation without booking. Not impossible, but you may have to do a bit of walking and accept something less than perfect, or pay over your required budget.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=DonHoe; 1491798]SNIP
Also I know it's easy to get a decent room for $100 a night but I only want to spend 50 or less.
Thank's in advance.[/QUOTE]If you know you're cheap, then book the room in advance. Also its not necessarily true that you can't get a partial refund if you depart early.
Another plan might be to book two separate hotels, one for the first half and one for the last half of your stay. That way you aren't stuck in any one hotel for too long, and you have a chance to compare / contrast multiple hotels in your upcoming field report for us.
[QUOTE=WestCoast1;1492068]If you know you're cheap,[/QUOTE]Yes it's true I can't help myself LOL. I'd much rather spend my money on the girl's. I Booked at 905 condotel It seems cheap enough I can change if I have to.
Thanks for all the replies.
[QUOTE=DonHoe; 1492165]Yes it's true I can't help myself LOL. I'd much rather spend my money on the girl's. I Booked at 905 condotel It seems cheap enough I can change if I have to.
Thanks for all the replies.[/QUOTE]Some hotels will allow you to pay daily. If you want to depart in the middle of your stay, just go. I did it with Central Park and Camelot.
HI, I'll be in Angeles in December. Unfortunately I'll be staying with some supposed non-mongers whom don't share the same hobby. This means I'll need somewhere to take the ladies back for some short time fun.
I usually work around Dollhouse and Insomnia and in between.
What would be a suitable hotel in that area? I was thinking I might just take it for a few days to save all the transactions check in / out each day.
Any names come to mind?
Was pretty good.
Pool good also
[QUOTE=BrainDrain;1492362]What would be a suitable hotel in that area? I was thinking I might just take it for a few days to save all the transactions check in / out each day.[/QUOTE]Would help to know your criteria such as price range, whether you want a pool or not, how far away should it be from you work area (near = short travel times, far = less visibility to co-workers) , etc.
[QUOTE=Irony Monger;1492460]Would help to know your criteria such as price range, whether you want a pool or not, how far away should it be from you work area (near = short travel times, far = less visibility to co-workers) , etc.[/QUOTE]My apology for my lack of clarity. When I say 'work' a better word would have been stroll / party. I usually find a girl from the bars between these places (which is a lot of choice).
I won't need a pool as won't have time f=to use it.
I'm thinking P1, 000 a day for what I need for 3-4 hours each evening. By the time I finish work, have a few drinks, make a selection, enjoy some bedroom fun and then be back at quarters by midnight.
BD
[QUOTE=BrainDrain;1492362]HI, I'll be in Angeles in December. Unfortunately I'll be staying with some supposed non-mongers whom don't share the same hobby.[/QUOTE]Just wondering why a group of "non-mongers" would be in AC?
Are you saying that your group will actually be visiting AC for purposes other than mongering?
I never knew that such activities occurred. Please enlighten us.
[QUOTE=Red Kilt; 1492654]Just wondering why a group of "non-mongers" would be in AC?
Are you saying that your group will actually be visiting AC for purposes other than mongering?
I never knew that such activities occurred. Please enlighten us.[/QUOTE]Nothing sinister. For all I know they may have their own mongering intentions but it's not part of the discussions and I want to keep my activities to stay out of their picture.
If you walk out of Orchid Inn, just across the street there is a fairly simple place for less than 1000. I had a late flight so I used it after I checked out of Orchid Inn. Sorry, I don't remember the name.
[QUOTE=BrainDrain; 1492580]My apology for my lack of clarity. When I say 'work' a better word would have been stroll / party. I usually find a girl from the bars between these places (which is a lot of choice).
I won't need a pool as won't have time f=to use it.
I'm thinking P1, 000 a day for what I need for 3-4 hours each evening. By the time I finish work, have a few drinks, make a selection, enjoy some bedroom fun and then be back at quarters by midnight.
BD[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=X Man;1492738]If you walk out of Orchid Inn, just across the street there is a fairly simple place for less than 1000. I had a late flight so I used it after I checked out of Orchid Inn. Sorry, I don't remember the name.[/QUOTE]OK, I can just be a walk up. Thinking about it now, the girls probably know far mroe than me on where to organise this.
[QUOTE=BrainDrain;1492759]Thinking about it now, the girls probably know far mroe than me on where to organise this.[/QUOTE]I wouldn't count on it, most of the girls are not from the area and a large percentage can barely spell their own names.
A little over your budget, but places like Kokomo's, Swiss Chalet, Wild Orchid Inn (annex on Raymond St) and Apartelle Royal come to mind; they're all about 1, 500-1, 700. There's also the Tune hotel, which is closer to your budget, but further down on Perimeter Road so you'd need to take a trike. There's also a few other places down that way that are within your stated budget too.
I'd personally just book something for the few days as opposed to wasting time trying to find a place everyday and as you've said, avoid the hassle of checking in and out every day. And, in case your business schedule changes, you'd have the added benefit of having the room available 24/7. Who knows, you might find yourself with some extra free time and you can always grab a girl or three from one of the blow row bars for ST.
[QUOTE=Pip Jaeger; 1492981]I wouldn't count on it, most of the girls are not from the area and a large percentage can barely spell their own names.
A little over your budget, but places like Kokomo's, Swiss Chalet, Wild Orchid Inn (annex on Raymond St) and Apartelle Royal come to mind; they're all about 1, 500-1, 700. There's also the Tune hotel, which is closer to your budget, but further down on Perimeter Road so you'd need to take a trike. There's also a few other places down that way that are within your stated budget too.
I'd personally just book something for the few days as opposed to wasting time trying to find a place everyday and as you've said, avoid the hassle of checking in and out every day. And, in case your business schedule changes, you'd have the added benefit of having the room available 24/7. Who knows, you might find yourself with some extra free time and you can always grab a girl or three from one of the blow row bars for ST.[/QUOTE]Thanks Pip, you are right, I was forgetting about the bargirl's knowledge.
Actually slightly off topic when I was in Singapore and met a FL at Orchard Towers while on a 6 hour CHangi transit she was able to deftly guide us to a short time hotel between there and the airport. So civilised that country. The transit was easily enough time to exit the airport, go to a club in town, find a FL, find a hotel and still make it back comfortably back through immigration at the airport and onto my flight. What other airport can be so convenient to entertain all tastes. I know Geylang is closer but I'm not a fan.
[QUOTE=DonHoe; 1492165]Yes it's true I can't help myself LOL. I'd much rather spend my money on the girl's. I Booked at 905 condotel It seems cheap enough I can change if I have to.
Thanks for all the replies.[/QUOTE]To Don.
The Devera hotel standard room is only 1350 p small room but nice clean hotel only 2 yr old but you need to book ahead always book full one month, the 905 condotel is also good nice and quiet also small room.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=WestCoast1;1492272]Some hotels will allow you to pay daily.[/QUOTE]I think almost all do, unless of course if you've booked at a discount rate.
Except for a few hotels I know well and trust, I've learned the hard way to pay as I go. There are just too many crappy rooms out there, even at fairly nice hotels. Last time at Devera for example they stuck me in a pretty awful windowless little room. They promised to move me to a better one in a day or two. But in the meantime I found something much better, so just moved. It's always good to keep your options open in AC, for all kinds of reasons.
[QUOTE=Betong; 1493829]I think almost all do, unless of course if you've booked at a discount rate.
Except for a few hotels I know well and trust, I've learned the hard way to pay as I go. There are just too many crappy rooms out there, even at fairly nice hotels. Last time at Devera for example they stuck me in a pretty awful windowless little room. They promised to move me to a better one in a day or two. But in the meantime I found something much better, so just moved. It's always good to keep your options open in AC, for all kinds of reasons.[/QUOTE]To Betong
The standard room at Devera is small have no window I like windowless room more quiet I sleep until noon anyway, if you want a superior room with window you need to book a few week in adavanced they are alway full.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1493384]To Don.
The Devera hotel standard room is only 1350 p small room but nice clean hotel only 2 yr old but you need to book ahead always book full one month, the 905 condotel is also good nice and quiet also small room.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]I used the Devera as my offsite hotel during my stay in AC. I took a P1350 room which I was able to obtain at the time I rocked up the the front desk. Passport I'd, paid cash and the room was mine to use as needed. The room facility is basic, two small bottle of water, two towels etc. Bed was OK, simple and comfortable. Shower was hot. Room rate also included a free drink at the resto but only 8am-4:30pm. What use s that?
During the visit I needed a complete room service which was carried out and the room looked completely fresh. Fresh enough that Pinay #2 did not know Pinay #1 had left 30 minutes before.
Things I did like about Devera were:
Friendly and polite front desk staff.
Quite room.
Free wi-fi.
Price.
I didn't like the construction noise going on around the place.
I would stay there overnight if I needed a cheap place to stay.
BD
[QUOTE=BrainDrain; 1493035]Thanks Pip, you are right, I was forgetting about the bargirl's knowledge.
Actually slightly off topic when I was in Singapore and met a FL at Orchard Towers while on a 6 hour CHangi transit she was able to deftly guide us to a short time hotel between there and the airport. So civilised that country. The transit was easily enough time to exit the airport, go to a club in town, find a FL, find a hotel and still make it back comfortably back through immigration at the airport and onto my flight. What other airport can be so convenient to entertain all tastes. I know Geylang is closer but I'm not a fan.[/QUOTE]At Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta airport there is a hotel within Terminal 2 (International Terminal) that provides rooms, massage service and FS. That is, in my opinion, the shortest route to satisfaction.
Regarfds,
Ko
Hello, I am going to stay in Clarkton hotel.
The room costs near 1.900 pesos.
Nice they have swimming pool but a little far away from Fields Av.
I used to stay in Swiss hotel, which I recommend, but they have no swimming pool.
I also know Orchid Inn, which I do not recommend at all. Low quality and expensive. Bad experience when I decided to stay there.
Any suggestion of another place?
Is there any good option to rent a small apartment of room in a residence for a week or so?
Thanks
[QUOTE=Esteban30; 1511820]Hello, I am going to stay in Clarkton hotel.
The room costs near 1. 900 pesos.
Nice they have swimming pool but a little far away from Fields Av.
I used to stay in Swiss hotel, which I recommend, but they have no swimming pool.
I also know Orchid Inn, which I do not recommend at all. Low quality and expensive. Bad experience when I decided to stay there.
Any suggestion of another place?
Is there any good option to rent a small apartment of room in a residence for a week or so?
Thanks[/QUOTE]Kokomos.
Theres a f-ing stripper pole in my room.
Book through Agoda, its nice. No window in room though, but thats ok.
Air-con works unlike Boulevard Mansion in Manila.
I'm in Makati. Anybody ever crazy enough to rent a car and drive up here for the weekend? Is it a bad idea or ok?
[QUOTE=Esteban30; 1511820]Hello, I am going to stay in Clarkton hotel.
The room costs near 1. 900 pesos.
Nice they have swimming pool but a little far away from Fields Av.
I used to stay in Swiss hotel, which I recommend, but they have no swimming pool.
I also know Orchid Inn, which I do not recommend at all. Low quality and expensive. Bad experience when I decided to stay there.
Any suggestion of another place?
Is there any good option to rent a small apartment of room in a residence for a week or so?
Thanks[/QUOTE]I liked Clarkton and will be there again in February. I found it nicer than ABC where I have been three times.
Mirrors club a nice place to play some pool and have a few drinks before night life.
Also free shuttle to fileds and back. I just used the jeepneys, actually a nice way to meet some local.
People and gives a chance to take some pics during day time.
Take an afternoon walk to the near by perimeter bars; Lost In Asia and others very near!
Very friendly staff and also the girls seem to like the place.
Plenty of action near you. No need to go to Fileds. Explore and have fun.
[QUOTE=OneIpole;1513758]I'm in Makati. Anybody ever crazy enough to rent a car and drive up here for the weekend? Is it a bad idea or ok?[/QUOTE]Assuming you're contemplating driving to Angeles, once you get out of metro Manila its not a bad trip at all but why would somebody want to rent a car to drive to Angeles and back when they can take a bus for 600 pesos from Swagman. That bus will also arrange to drop you and pick you up directly at your hotel. Have you ever tried driving from Makati up to the north end of Valenzuela? I can fly from Chicago to Miami in less time.
[QUOTE=Slippery;1513950]Assuming you're contemplating driving to Angeles, once you get out of metro Manila its not a bad trip at all but why would somebody want to rent a car to drive to Angeles and back when they can take a bus for 600 pesos from Swagman. That bus will also arrange to drop you and pick you up directly at your hotel. Have you ever tried driving from Makati up to the north end of Valenzuela? I can fly from Chicago to Miami in less time.[/QUOTE]No I have never tried it. It seemed like a decent idea so I thought I would ask. I never heard of Swagman so I do not know about the bus. Is he a member here?
I stayed in Orchid Inn hotel and it is a place I do not recommend at all.
Just two good points: it has swimming pool and very central location.
Against: cockraches, old rooms (standard is a dump and deluxe room is better but old, is no worth the money you pay for it)
Several better options no far from the action.
[QUOTE=WhatsUrName; 1330003]Guys,
I was in AC in the first part of September. I stayed at the Orchid Inn Resort. The location for the Orchid Inn Resort is ideal. Pretty close to everything. The rooms have free wi-fi and in-room safe. I had the superior deluxe room at 2750 PP per night.
At first I hated that hotel due to the noise. Everything from all day heavy construction to loud motorcycles to horns and a funeral party next door were driving me bat shit. I had them move me to a room in the far back, and it was much quieter.
I would consider Orchid Inn Resort again for future visits to AC. However, I would probably be open to trying something else if the value is there.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=OneIpole;1513981]No I have never tried it. It seemed like a decent idea so I thought I would ask. I never heard of Swagman so I do not know about the bus. Is he a member here?[/QUOTE]Swagman is a hotel in Ermita just off of Roxas Blvd. On Flores. They have busses that run to AC three times a day for 600 php. Around the corner from Swagman is Southern Cross Hotel. They also run busses but I don't know where they drop off.
I had been to Angeles a year ago and I stayed at Phoenix Hotel. I had paid 1800 peso for a room without breakfast. It had similar problems: old room, cockroach, dirty swimming pool etc. Only the staff in the restaurant were nice.
Would you like to share a better option as I will be visiting Angeles again this year. I know ABC and Lewis Grand may be better as their price may suggest.
[QUOTE=Esteban30;1514128]I stayed in Orchid Inn hotel and it is a place I do not recommend at all. Several better options no far from the action.[/QUOTE]
Does anyone know if there are ATMs at Clark Field (CRK)?
Has anyone staid in America Hotel's new wing yet, and know when there are putting there website up?
[QUOTE=Slippery;1514184]Swagman is a hotel in Ermita just off of Roxas Blvd. On Flores. They have busses that run to AC three times a day for 600 php. Around the corner from Swagman is Southern Cross Hotel. They also run busses but I don't know where they drop off.[/QUOTE]Really, that's really great info to know. I appreciate the heads up. Way better then renting car- Glad I asked!
[QUOTE=Manfield04;1514245]Would you like to share a better option as I will be visiting Angeles again this year. I know ABC and Lewis Grand may be better as their price may suggest.[/QUOTE]Would second the recommendation of Kim53. Clarkton is a great all-around hotel. Great food, large pool, clean and spacious rooms! The only drawback I can see is that their location could be better. But they offer free transpo to and from Fields.
[QUOTE=Esteban30; 1514128]I stayed in Orchid Inn hotel and it is a place I do not recommend at all.
Just two good points: it has swimming pool and very central location.
Against: cockraches, old rooms (standard is a dump and deluxe room is better but old, is no worth the money you pay for it) [/QUOTE]You should have stayed at their annex which is separate and much newer then their main building.
[QUOTE=OneIpole;1513758]I'm in Makati. Anybody ever crazy enough to rent a car and drive up here for the weekend? Is it a bad idea or ok?[/QUOTE]There was a BM who always insisted on renting a car and driving up to AC. Each and every time he drove, he would be stopped and shaken down by the police to the tune of 1000's of pesos! If I have the need to rent a car, I always make sure the car comes with a driver.
[QUOTE=OneIpole;1513981]No I have never tried it. It seemed like a decent idea so I thought I would ask. I never heard of Swagman so I do not know about the bus. Is he a member here?[/QUOTE]Swagman hotel- Bus shuttle is popularly known as " Fly the bus "
Do a search for fly the bus and all info is there.
[QUOTE=WWLL;1514344]Does anyone know if there are ATMs at Clark Field (CRK)?[/QUOTE]If you mean at the airport (DMIA) then yes there are 3 ATMs outside the terminal doors.
If you mean on Fields Avenue then there is an ATM outside the ABC hotel or several over in the SM mall. The best option though is to use Citibank on MacArthur Highway as that one is fee free
Never had problem with driving.
There is now an airport bus following the increase in Middle east traffic.
America Hotel, is nice and have no idea as to new wing, the old wing was nice, good beer and pool excellent.
Bumz
[QUOTE=Dark Vader; 1514622]If you mean at the airport (DMIA) then yes there are 3 ATMs outside the terminal doors.
If you mean on Fields Avenue then there is an ATM outside the ABC hotel or several over in the SM mall. The best option though is to use Citibank on MacArthur Highway as that one is fee free[/QUOTE]Thanks DarkVader! I use a couple of ATM cards that reimburse any fees.
[QUOTE=Buko Max;1514387]There was a BM who always insisted on renting a car and driving up to AC. Each and every time he drove, he would be stopped and shaken down by the police to the tune of 1000's of pesos! If I have the need to rent a car, I always make sure the car comes with a driver.[/QUOTE]That sucks, Fuck the police!
I am pretty clear now that riding the bus is the best.
[QUOTE=Sammon; 1514539]Swagman hotel- Bus shuttle is popularly known as " Fly the bus "
Do a search for fly the bus and all info is there.[/QUOTE]Thank you sir.
Looking for a one month rental for the month of June, would prefer an apartment or studio close to the action in AC. Any advice or recomendations.
Thanks,
Chris
[QUOTE=Bumz Rush;1514693]There is now an airport bus following the increase in Middle east traffic.[/QUOTE]Do you mean there is a bus that leaves the airport going to Angeles? Can you expound on that?
I've been a big fan of the Orchid inn, but my last visit was a bit of a pain. Running toilet, dripping faucet, dispute over water consumed, etc. I like having a fan room, but the lowest setting wasn't working. Moving on to the 2nd setting and it sounded like a helicopter taking off in my room. Buko recommends the annex, which is newer. The rooms are a bit dark for my taste, but the appropriately located mirrors have a certain charm. Oh, almost forgot. There is a massive construction project going on adjacent to the OI. You might be out relaxing poolside and then hear a thunderous noise as if there is a catastrophic building collapse happening at the construction project. Relax! It's just a garbage / waste chute that comes down from the upper floors.
I also stayed at the brand new Queens. Prices for the cheapest rooms were over 3000, but I liked it. I'll try to do a review later. Especially if anyone is interested. The Italian restaurant (Piccolo?) at Q is the best in AC imo. I preferred the atmosphere of the restaurant at the old location, but they do have good food. Good food often comes at good prices, you've been warned.
I also popped into Penthouse to see a room. I think someone has already mentioned the glass-walled shower / commode. [url]Awwwkward.[/url] This is a big building and there are only two elevators. One was out of order when I was there. I've got a bad feeling about this place. They had a lot of fireworks for their grand opening in late December. The roof / pool is still not open though. I have to admit, I took the short cut from Orchid Inn to Santos Ave. LOL, AC regulars will understand.
1pm bus from Brass Knob, I met an interesting guy who stayed at Tiger. I suspect he is an ISG member, so maybe we can get a review for that hotel. LOL. X Man.
[QUOTE=Buko Max; 1514382]Would second the recommendation of Kim53. Clarkton is a great all-around hotel. Great food, large pool, clean and spacious rooms! The only drawback I can see is that their location could be better. But they offer free transpo to and from Fields.
You should have stayed at their annex which is separate and much newer then their main building.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Buko Max;1514956]Do you mean there is a bus that leaves the airport going to Angeles? Can you expound on that?[/QUOTE]Sorry if I confused you.
There should be a bus from Clark to AC, but I have no knowledge, sorry.
Bumz
Hello all,
I'm arriving soon in Manila then going the next day to Angelas city. I'm looking at the "Duck hotel" for my one night in Manila because it appears they have all-night activities. Then the next day I'm looking at "Condotel" in Angeles city because they have a 41usd a night rate. If anyone has intel on these hotels please chime. Much appreciated,
Thanks
[QUOTE=Mr Gogo; 1518614]Hello all,
I'm arriving soon in Manila then going the next day to Angelas city. I'm looking at the "Duck hotel" for my one night in Manila because it appears they have all-night activities. Then the next day I'm looking at "Condotel" in Angeles city because they have a 41usd a night rate. If anyone has intel on these hotels please chime. Much appreciated,
Thanks[/QUOTE]To Mr gogo.
I stay at the duck hotel once is a dump low cost but small smelly room do yourself a favor get a better hotel like Las Plamas or Rivera mansion near robinson place mall, Conotel is a ok hotel quiet small room no window above the Johhny supermarket for the price the are many better hotel in the area like Devera just down the st.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1518774]To Mr gogo.
I stay at the duck hotel once is a dump low cost but small smelly room do yourself a favor get a better hotel like Las Plamas or Rivera mansion near robinson place mall, Conotel is a ok hotel quiet small room no window above the Johhny supermarket for the price the are many better hotel in the area like Devera just down the st.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]Thanks Fast Eddie, much appreciated. You and Mr E have helped me immensely.
I visited Angeles and stayed at the Savannah. The room was nice and the suites have a large jacuzzi tub. They have king size beds, good sheets and towels as well. The internet is good. I did use the tub and it was different. You need to make sure the water is not close to the top. An under water BJ is nice, but short. It is far from Fields, but there are still a few in the area to visit early in the day. I would stay there again even though the price is more then I like to spend.
I've had a few girls that could breathe through their ears for a few years but underwater BJ?
Greeting. I am in search of a room / apt / suite in March for a week or two near the action, and with a kitchen. Any suggestions?
[QUOTE=Beerdrinker;1520299]Greeting. I am in search of a room / apt / suite in March for a week or two near the action, and with a kitchen. Any suggestions?[/QUOTE]BD: Suggest you RTTF in the AC Hotels thread back about 10-15 pages, or PM one of the AC regulars on the board. You have a whopping 34 posts in 3 years, almost no detailed FR's, and you've asked more questions on the latin american boards than you've posted descriptive FR's (no-no's on this board). We call this 'taking-without-giving'; you seem to be using the board to get info about the best hotels / discos / chicas on upcoming trips, then not posting quality reports. If you visit phils, please grace us with some detailed reports.
[I]I'm traveling alone, and I've never been to managua. How much is it to stay at the cristo rey? Is this where I should stay? Is it guest friendly? How far is it from the discos?
Why can't you answer the questions in a public forum? I don't want my credit card billed and tracked by a sex website.
I will be traveling somewhere next week. Not sure if I want to do CR or DR again. Or possibly try Panama for my 1st time. What hotels are in the middle of the action and chica friendly? What are the.
Very true. Thanks. But where should I stay then? Center of action. Walking distance to bars and discos. And chica friendly?
How much is the cost for an hour with a chica? Where is the best pickup spot? Anyone ever stay at city suites? Is it chica friendly? PM me.
Sosua is my fav place in the world. Is anyone down there now. And heard any gossip about the kidnapping of two Canadians?
I am planning a trip in June for 2 weeks. I am looking for a one bedroom apt or hotel within walking distance of the best casas or discos. Any suggestions friends?
I am planning a trip to Tijuana next week. I've been to other mongering spots. I am looking for a safe hotel, chica friendly, in the center of the action. Thanks for the help.
Which hotels have room safes? And are close to the action. I want to try out bar girls, and street walkers near the hotel.
Greeting fellas. I am planning a trip for June. 2011. We are looking to stay in one of the 4 or 5 bedroom penthouses suites. Anyone have any advice or recommendations? How far from the action?
Anyone know any scoop on the old Banana Pepe's?
Hey guys. I'm looking for a hotel or apt to rent for a month which is chica friendly, walking distance, and large pool so I can swim laps for exercise in between sessions. Any suggestions?
Greeting. I am in search of a room / apt / suite in March for a week or two near the action, and with a kitchen. Any suggestions?
Ok. So Granada is not the place to go. But Managua is? Where should I stay near the action and chica friendly? Can anyone recommend restauarants? Casinos? The best discos?
I thought Grenada was another city in Nicaragua? You have been to Managua before? [/I]
[QUOTE=Beerdrinker;1520299]Greeting. I am in search of a room / apt / suite in March for a week or two near the action, and with a kitchen. Any suggestions?[/QUOTE]In addition to what WC mentions about RTFF, what kind budget do you have? What you seek is available in AC from about 1, 000p per night and up; obviously you get what you pay for.
Penthouse Hotel.
A Santos in-between Kokomo's and Wild Orchid!
14 stories Highest building Angeles, owned by the same people who own High Society and Lewis Grand, great views, best pool area on the 14th floor, very high class and after a little bit of negotiation I got the price down to very cheap for ISG members just tell Philip, T sent You.
I personally have looked at 40 different hotels, and this one is better than ABC or Lewis Grand IMO.
Regular price 4900pesos and for you guys only 3400pesos a night see attached pictures.
[QUOTE=Master Monger; 1525693]Penthouse Hotel.
A Santos in-between Kokomo's and Wild Orchid!
14 stories Highest building Angeles, owned by the same people who own High Society and Lewis Grand, great views, best pool area on the 14th floor, very high class and after a little bit of negotiation I got the price down to very cheap for ISG members just tell Philip, T sent You.
I personally have looked at 40 different hotels, and this one is better than ABC or Lewis Grand IMO.
Regular price 4900pesos and for you guys only 3400pesos a night see attached pictures.[/QUOTE]Who wants a glass bathroom?
[QUOTE=Robbaf;1525999]Who wants a glass bathroom?[/QUOTE]To Robbaf.
This way you can keep an eye on the girl make sure she is not stealing while you are taking a dump, many hotel in China and Malaysia have this and you paid more for room with glass.
Fast Eddie 48
I am planning my second visit to Angeles City this year. Last time I stayed at Phoenix Hotel which I regret very much. Can anyone advise me choose between Wild Orchid Resort and Clarkton Hotel? Thank you for your help.
[QUOTE=Manfield04;1527388]I am planning my second visit to Angeles City this year. Last time I stayed at Phoenix Hotel which I regret very much. Can anyone advise me choose between Wild Orchid Resort and Clarkton Hotel? Thank you for your help.[/QUOTE]I stay at Orchid Inn 109 Raymond Street. Nice pool. Staff is good.
[QUOTE=Manfield04;1527388]I am planning my second visit to Angeles City this year. Last time I stayed at Phoenix Hotel which I regret very much. Can anyone advise me choose between Wild Orchid Resort and Clarkton Hotel? Thank you for your help.[/QUOTE]I would like to second DCups recommendation of Orchid Inn.
Please be advised that there are two hotels with the name "Orchid" in them, one is the Orchid Inn Resort on Raymond St (which is the one that Dcups and I are recommending). There is also the Wild Orchid Resort on Santos St. I personally have never stayed at the Wild Orchid Resort, but I have seen it from the outside and it appears nice enough. I think that the same hotel group owns both the Orchid Inn Resort and the Wild Orchid.
If you stay at the Wild Orchid Resort, it is almost directly across the street from Blow Row on Santos.
If your two choices are Wild Orchid Resort and Clarkton Hotel, I would take the Wild Orchid Resort any day of the week. HTH
Should you decide to stay at Orchid Inn, be sure to inquire as they give a 5% discount if you pay in cash.
Dear D Cups, WhatsUrName and Slippery,
Thanks very much for your recommendations and advice. Orchid Inn has received some bad reviews of late from Esteban30 (report 804) and X Man (report 820).
So I will consider Wild Orchid Resort because of its proximity with the action.
Thanks again
You may also wish to check out Pacific Breeze. Rooms are better than Orchid Inn and 10% discount for cash there. Not sure but price may be as much as 50% less than Wild Orchid but to each his own.
Cost is $57 for executive room, less for standard, and 10% off for cash payment. I have stayed a few times and will be there this weekend. I rate it as good vfm.
[QUOTE=Slippery;1527936]You may also wish to check out Pacific Breeze. Rooms are better than Orchid Inn and 10% discount for cash there. Not sure but price may be as much as 50% less than Wild Orchid but to each his own.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Slippery;1527936]You may also wish to check out Pacific Breeze. Rooms are better than Orchid Inn and 10% discount for cash there. Not sure but price may be as much as 50% less than Wild Orchid but to each his own.[/QUOTE]I agree Pacific Breeze is better and they give 10% cash discount.
With the deal I negotiated for you guys, if you stay anywhere but the Penthouse and you are spending over $50 a night then you just don't want to live like a King. For a extra $25 dollars a day it is a completely different experience. Check out the Executive room and then the 14th floor and make your decision. Only $75 to live like a King! I moved back there because life is too short!
I just checked on agoda. The executive room is $74.21 + taxes (12% +10%).
May I know where you got a cheaper price, please?
[QUOTE=Master Monger;1528479]With the deal I negotiated for you guys, if you stay anywhere but the Penthouse and you are spending over $50 a night then you just don't want to live like a King. For a extra $25 dollars a day it is a completely different experience. Check out the Executive room and then the 14th floor and make your decision. Only $75 to live like a King! I moved back there because life is too short![/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Manfield04; 1528623]I just checked on agoda. The executive room is $74. 21 + taxes (12% +10%).
May I know where you got a cheaper price, please?[/QUOTE]I just checked Agoda for late May. Superior room is $87 + 12% + 10% = $100+.
The Executive was $109 + 12% + 10%
The Penthouse website showed $99 for the Superior; Executive room more.
Superior.
USD 87. 27.
Book it!
Only 6 rooms left.
At this price!
[Superior]
Not included in room price:
Hotel tax 12, Service charges 10%
Book now & pay nothing until May 26, 2014
Timing is everything. For a 5 night March 17 to March 22, 2014 booking on Agoda, the special book now & pay nothing until March 8, 2014 rate for The Penthouse Hotel Executive 45 sq meter room is $86. 93 / night plus taxes & service fees. Which is a pretty good deal, but I have already booked a 45 sq meter corner deluxe room at the Lewis Grand for $89 / night (regular rate) all taxes included through the Lewis Hotel reservations web site direct. I could cancel my Lewis reservation if I wanted to, but I don't want to. I like the Lewis.
The Penthouse Advantages: It is NEW and location location location.
Lewis Grand Advantages: Better swimming pool and established restaurant.
Does anyone have any info on the new wing at American Hotel?
Under construction. Claiming to be 5 star.
[QUOTE=Bkgee;1529135]Does anyone have any info on the new wing at American Hotel?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Manfield04; 1528623]I just checked on agoda. The executive room is $74. 21 + taxes (12% +10%).
May I know where you got a cheaper price, please?[/QUOTE]MM didn't get a cheaper price, the "super duper special for ISG members only" rate he got is the same that's given to several travel sites like Agoda; it's going to vary a little bit when you look at it in USD due to the exchange rate. All hotels have what they call a "rack" rate, which is their standard published rate and they discount it from there depending on various factors.
[quote=master monger;1528479]with the deal i negotiated for you guys, if you stay anywhere but the penthouse and you are spending over $50 a night then you just don't want to live like a king. for a extra $25 dollars a day it is a completely different experience. check out the executive room and then the 14th floor and make your decision. only $75 to live like a king! i moved back there because life is too short![/quote]another and imho a better option is the new queens hotel, which opened around mid october 2013, great location and very quiet.
last november, i had checked into another place and wasn't crazy about it (la teresita; 1br condo that had no aircon in the living room, only upstairs in the bedroom and the place was very noisy as well as infested with sugar ants) so i decided to look for other accommodations. abc and lewis grand were booked so i checked out the penthouse hotel, but opted for the queens. in part due to price, but also because the resto at the penthouse wasn't open yet (i like to get room service from time to time) and the bar / resto at the pool was also not up and running yet. in addition, the pool at the queens gets sun most of the day and i figured the water would be warmer, which imho it was.
furthermore i liked the executive balcony room better at the queens; it was larger, had a nice and large leather sofa in it (as opposed to 2 leather chairs at the ph) , the bathtub was separate from the shower and large enough for two to comfortably fit into it (unlike the funky egg shaped stone one at the penthouse). the rate at the time for an executive suite at the penthouse was 4, 480p (5, 600 less 20% soft opening promo) + 12% tax + 10% service charge; or 5, 520p per night all in.
an executive balcony suite at the queens was 4, 900p minus a 20% cash discount promo (or 10% for a credit card) , plus another 5% off as i stayed more than 16 nights, so the final price worked out to 3, 790p per night all in (their rack rate is net / all in, no extra tax or service charges).
the resto there is about as close to gourmet dining as you'll find in ac, i ate there few times and everything was excellent including the service. but be prepared to pay, it's not cheap. on average dinner for three (i usually had two girls staying with me) was around 1, 500 to 2, 000p and this was with the girls usually sharing a dinner entrée and just ordering an extra portion or two of rice + drinks or bottle of wine (decent selection, btw).
pros:
cleanliness: spotless, room cleaned daily;
bathroom: well lit, large with a good sized walk-in shower (big enough for me and three girls, lol) , good water pressure and very hot water; separate tub big enough for two or even three (i did have two girls in it with me one night, but they were both small and skinny, [insert big grin])
bed: california king, comfy mattresses, oversize pillows.
mini-bar / larger type fridge, fully stocked and a good selection, but like most hotels a bit overpriced (i had them empty it and re-stocked it myself) ;
oversize in room safe: easily handled a 15' laptop;
free wi-fi: good signal, relatively fast upload / download speeds;
staff: very friendly and helpful. 24 hour armed security at the front door plus a doorman / bellhop or two was also usually there;
naturally no issues bringing in girls (even 3 or 4) ;
air-con: worked well and was quiet, split type with a remote control;
plenty of closet / shelf space; separate desk / work space;
there was no extra key card deposit (had booked for 2 adults) ; get two cards as you will need the extra one to keep in the 'power slot' if you want to leave the room and keep the air-con running, but remove it if housekeeping is coming in as they will take and you'll need to get a new one (and get both re-coded to be safe) ;
heavy 'black-out' curtains;
the balcony, about 11sqm, had a table with 4 chairs and a reclining beach type lounge, the high and solid front wall allows privacy for nude sun bathing and other outdoor activities if you're so inclined (insert another big grin) ;
40+ inch tv with about 90 channels;
pool: large with jacuzzi, swim up pool bar;
fitness center; well equipped and clean;
in house travel agent / service center: can book day trips (posted prices were reasonable) , airport transport, etc (sorry, didn't think to ask about prices)
atm planned for the lobby, but not yet installed when i was there.
cons / gripes (and these were more of a personal nature for me) :
no coffee / tea service, so i went to sm and for 300p bought an electric kettle. i don't like to wait 30 minutes or longer for room service to bring a cup of coffee / tea or have to get dressed and run out somewhere to get it;
the shower only had the "rain shower" type shower head mounted to the ceiling, a hand held wall mounted type would have made a nice addition (there was one in the tub) ;
the halogen "spot light" type fixtures hanging over the nightstands were set too low and got really hot, i actually burned my hand once as i was reaching for something (i mentioned this to management, but it was not corrected during my stay, don't know if they fixed it yet which would have been easy as they hang from a cable mounted to the ceiling)
overall i was very pleased with my stay there and would certainly stay there again, but it would still be my second choice hotel in ac after the abc or the condo i like rent there at the bourbon street condotel (on santos st).
links:
queens hotel:
[url]http://www.queensangeles.com/[/url]
la teresita:
[url]http://lateresitahotel.com/[/url]
Everyone talks about the Penthouse before it was finished in its soft opening. Those opinions are moot because nothing was finished. Online deals from Agoda or other sites are only available for certain dates. If you use "promo code: master monger" you get the normally 5000+ Peso room for only 3400 pesos everything included, and cheaper if you stay over a week. For the 3400 peso price there is no competition in Angeles. Every girl I took to the 14th floor said Oh my god when they saw the view, you can see everything up there. 24 hour everything at the Penthouse, food, pool, jacuzzi, bar, everything plus the bar and restaurant is good and cheap for a hotel. 200-499p for good food and cheap drinks. Take a girl to eat in another hotel that is close to the same quality be prepared to spend 2 or 3 times more. Steam Showers cool Marble Tubs, very modern design. Cool Shag carpeting. All you have to do is send an email to reservations@penthousehotel.com With your name and dates you would like to stay then write Promo Code: Master Monger in the title or first line and they will give you 3400 or less, pay cash or card, no additional charges. Now if you want to stay cheap, like under 1400 pesos a night, then send me an I'm and I will hook you up, but it is not as impressive or nice as the Penthouse.
[QUOTE=Master Monger;1530865]Everyone talks about the Penthouse before it was finished in its soft opening. Those opinions are moot because nothing was finished. Online deals from Agoda or other sites are only available for certain dates. If you use "promo code: master monger" you get the normally 5000+ Peso room for only 3400 pesos everything included, and cheaper if you stay over a week. For the 3400 peso price there is no competition in Angeles. Every girl I took to the 14th floor said Oh my god when they saw the view, you can see everything up there. 24 hour everything at the Penthouse, food, pool, jacuzzi, bar, everything plus the bar and restaurant is good and cheap for a hotel. 200-499p for good food and cheap drinks. Take a girl to eat in another hotel that is close to the same quality be prepared to spend 2 or 3 times more. Steam Showers cool Marble Tubs, very modern design. Cool Shag carpeting. All you have to do is send an email to reservations@penthousehotel.com With your name and dates you would like to stay then write Promo Code: Master Monger in the title or first line and they will give you 3400 or less, pay cash or card, no additional charges. Now if you want to stay cheap, like under 1400 pesos a night, then send me an I'm and I will hook you up, but it is not as impressive or nice as the Penthouse.[/QUOTE]To Master Monger.
I know some monger stay in a high end hotel to impress the girl more and more big spender are coming to AC, there are more high end place opening in AC for the rich Singaporean and korean, hotel like Pacific breeze and Devera is good enough for me but I might stay there one night to check it out.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=Fast Eddie 48; 1532841]To Master Monger.
I know some monger stay in a high end hotel to impress the girl more and more big spender are coming to AC, there are more high end place opening in AC for the rich Singaporean and korean, hotel like Pacific breeze and Devera is good enough for me but I might stay there one night to check it out.
Fast Eddie 48[/QUOTE]Its nice to have choice though. Usually Valentino's or Central Park is all I need for a couple of day's of promiscuous debauchery. After 3 days of non stop sex I need to go recuperate somewhere else. As for impressing the sex workers? Ha? Do any of you guys do things to impress your hair stylist or manicurist? Nope I thought not. Sometimes if I feel like spoiling myself I may book a high end hotel but its certainly not done for the benefit of the GRO's.
AV
[QUOTE=Amavida; 1533037]As for impressing the sex workers? Ha? Do any of you guys do things to impress your hair stylist or manicurist? Nope I thought not. Sometimes if I feel like spoiling myself I may book a high end hotel but its certainly not done for the benefit of the GRO's.
AV[/QUOTE]Same. I've heard guys in fancy hotels say the girls are so impressed, girls don't like cheap charlies, etc. I never cared what they thought. Girls don't seem to care as long as they are getting their barfine. I tip a whopping p50, and give returnees 500, and stayed at Central Park. Yet, they keep returning!
BTW Amavida, they tore down CP over a year ago. I think its being re-built. Gents with boots on the ground: is CP back up?
I never stayed at CP. I should add that the front rooms of Valentino's looks out at a massive construction project. I did like the mirrors at V's.
My policy is to review any 'n all hotels. As long as it isn't my fav. I'm selfish that way. LOL.
But PJ has let the cat out of the bag, so I'll add some pictures. My pics of are of the cheapest room, which doesn't include the black chairs and/or sofas. It was a bit under 3k. As PJ says, the restaurant has some great, despite expensive, food: Italian with a bit of Hawaii fusion. I did like the restaurant at the old location, where the chef came out and had a chat with me about his move to a new hotel. I won't repeat the name of the hotel. Rtff (didn't I say I'm selfish?) X.
[QUOTE=WestCoast1; 1533100]SNIP.
BTW Amavida, they tore down CP over a year ago. I think its being re-built. Gents with boots on the ground: is CP back up?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=WestCoast1; 1533100]Same. I've heard guys in fancy hotels say the girls are so impressed, girls don't like cheap charlies, etc. I never cared what they thought. Girls don't seem to care as long as they are getting their barfine. I tip a whopping p50, and give returnees 500, and stayed at Central Park. Yet, they keep returning!
BTW Amavida, they tore down CP over a year ago. I think its being re-built. Gents with boots on the ground: is CP back up?[/QUOTE]To west coast.
I stay at Central park before the Pacific breeze open I hear they are buliding a condo there, more high end hotel and condo are being build so all the cheap charlie will be push out of AC.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=WestCoast1; 1533100]Same. I've heard guys in fancy hotels say the girls are so impressed, girls don't like cheap charlies, etc. I never cared what they thought. Girls don't seem to care as long as they are getting their barfine. I tip a whopping p50, and give returnees 500, and stayed at Central Park. Yet, they keep returning!
BTW Amavida, they tore down CP over a year ago. I think its being re-built. Gents with boots on the ground: is CP back up?[/QUOTE]To west coast.
I stay at Central park before the Pacific breeze open I hear they are buliding a condo there, more high end hotel and condo are being build so all the cheap charlie will be push out of AC.
Fast Eddie 48
[QUOTE=X Man;1529315]Under construction. Claiming to be 5 star.[/QUOTE]Thanks X-Man, if you hear anything more, please let me know.
Great hotel my favorite. Rooftop bar and restaurant, weight room, and elegant facilities. Centrally located. Check for the Agoda specials.
I just wanted to give some of my impressions of the Penthouse and Queen's Hotel since I just stayed there.
The Penthouse looks very nice from the outside and in the lobby. I didn't think the room setup was all that. I don't think there was a lot of thought on how they were going to set up the rooms, but it is what is for now. The lighting in the bathroom was ridiculous. You could barely see in the mirror if you wanted to shave yourself. The bathroom has no wall separating the bedroom. It is clear glass. Then you have a shower with a clear glass door and a toilet with a clear glass door. All visible from the bed. There was no light in the toilet area if you wanted to read. The switches were confusing as hell in regards to the lights. The bed was very comfortable so kudos to that. The hot water and shower were excellent. The television seemed kind of small for the distance from bed to tv. Waits for elevators can be a little long at times. I think they made a mistake putting their offices up on the top floor as it's just going to cause more wear and tear on the elevators faster and hog them up. What bothered me mostly is that the rooms are not quiet on the Santos side. I'm a light sleeper, but even if I weren't, there's no denying that there is a lot of trike noise that comes thru those windows. The blackout curtains are very good though. I figure the best side will eventually be on the side where Central Park is or was depending on what they name it in regards to noise once the construction is done. I don't think this hotel will hold up well over time. The people working were all polite. The internet in the room worked fine. There was not one chair in the whole room unless you count the toilet. There was no table to sit at, no desk.
I am with Pip in a lot of ways on Queen's. It's great if you are a light sleeper at least on the pool side that I slept on. I doubt the front is real loud either as it's not a big traffic area. The bed was not so good as Penthouse, but it was still nice. The bathroom was fantastic. It was well lit and great hot water. The internet was fine also. They have a modest gym in the hotel with mainly cardio equipment and some free weights along with some type of universal system. It's better than nothing and good enough to get some work in if you are too lazy to go to an actual gym. The restaurant is excellent if you are looking for fine dining. They have offerings of dishes you normally would not see in a restaurant there. They have different menus for breakfast lunch and dinner. They have cheaper local food on offer for some of your acquaintances you choose to take there but you have to ask them about it as it wasn't on the menu a month or so ago. Dinner is the most expensive there. The food was excellent. The chef is the owner and he is there all the time I believe right now so quality remains high for now. I don't think the restaurant is 24 hours. Maybe it closes around 1 or 2 am. The finish work is obviously better than that of Penthouse. The elevators are real funky. The people working there were very nice also.
If noise and modesty like private time in the toilet aren't an issue for you, then Penthouse is fine. I personally like to sit in a chair at a table or desk once in awhile to eat or work on my laptop. I don't like eating on my bed. For my tastes, Queen's was very nice. The location is right there also. Very easy. I think the real test on how this hotel thing shakes out is when the old Central Park opens. They are going to have so many rooms.
Any thoughts on the Clark Imperial Hotel? Couldn't find any reviews on here.
Hey Key master. Great report! Just a quick question. Does the bathroom area not even have a curtain that pulls down. I mean damn what if you got to do the do and theres a hottie lying on your bed. I am extremely particular when it comes to bathrooms so I guess I will give pentehouse a miss. Is queens as convienient in terms of location wise.
[QUOTE=Key Master; 1540029]I just wanted to give some of my impressions of the Penthouse and Queen's Hotel since I just stayed there.
The Penthouse looks very nice from the outside and in the lobby. I didn't think the room setup was all that. I don't think there was a lot of thought on how they were going to set up the rooms, but it is what is for now. The lighting in the bathroom was ridiculous. You could barely see in the mirror if you wanted to shave yourself. The bathroom has no wall separating the bedroom. It is clear glass. Then you have a shower with a clear glass door and a toilet with a clear glass door. All visible from the bed. There was no light in the toilet area if you wanted to read. The switches were confusing as hell in regards to the lights. The bed was very comfortable so kudos to that. The hot water and shower were excellent. The television seemed kind of small for the distance from bed to tv. Waits for elevators can be a little long at times. I think they made a mistake putting their offices up on the top floor as it's just going to cause more wear and tear on the elevators faster and hog them up. What bothered me mostly is that the rooms are not quiet on the Santos side. I'm a light sleeper, but even if I weren't, there's no denying that there is a lot of trike noise that comes thru those windows. The blackout curtains are very good though. I figure the best side will eventually be on the side where Central Park is or was depending on what they name it in regards to noise once the construction is done. I don't think this hotel will hold up well over time. The people working were all polite. The internet in the room worked fine. There was not one chair in the whole room unless you count the toilet. There was no table to sit at, no desk.
I am with Pip in a lot of ways on Queen's. It's great if you are a light sleeper at least on the pool side that I slept on. I doubt the front is real loud either as it's not a big traffic area. The bed was not so good as Penthouse, but it was still nice. The bathroom was fantastic. It was well lit and great hot water. The internet was fine also. They have a modest gym in the hotel with mainly cardio equipment and some free weights along with some type of universal system. It's better than nothing and good enough to get some work in if you are too lazy to go to an actual gym. The restaurant is excellent if you are looking for fine dining. They have offerings of dishes you normally would not see in a restaurant there. They have different menus for breakfast lunch and dinner. They have cheaper local food on offer for some of your acquaintances you choose to take there but you have to ask them about it as it wasn't on the menu a month or so ago. Dinner is the most expensive there. The food was excellent. The chef is the owner and he is there all the time I believe right now so quality remains high for now. I don't think the restaurant is 24 hours. Maybe it closes around 1 or 2 am. The finish work is obviously better than that of Penthouse. The elevators are real funky. The people working there were very nice also.
If noise and modesty like private time in the toilet aren't an issue for you, then Penthouse is fine. I personally like to sit in a chair at a table or desk once in awhile to eat or work on my laptop. I don't like eating on my bed. For my tastes, Queen's was very nice. The location is right there also. Very easy. I think the real test on how this hotel thing shakes out is when the old Central Park opens. They are going to have so many rooms.[/QUOTE]
Hello members,
Planning my trip for this summer to AC. Times are tough right now so I am trying to spend less on accomodation and getting cheaper flight to splurge more on girls, meals and girls. As long as I get a decent sized room, clean and with adequate ammenities then I will be happy to forgo the luxury of the LGH where I have stayed on my past visits.
I hear the old Hana hotel has had a revamp and is now called the Perth Garden Hotel. Had a look at their website (perthgardenhotel. Com) and and would be interested in their suite room, very cheap at 1700. Discounted, for cash payment.
Does anyone have any recent experience with the hotel under new managment?
Did read back some pages and searched the thread but could not find any info about Perthgarden Hotel.
TonyBuzz
You seem like a nice enough guy. But, WTF? Rtff.
Penthouse glass has been reported. I cringe as well, but the reality, there is no reason for her to admire your fat, balding, old, wrinkly body sitting on the throne. It is you who would probably press your face and / or camera to the class while she takes a little whiz.
An excellent review of Q was reported by the guy who showed great modesty by saying,"sorry if I sound like a dck.". I subsequently posted some pictures of the hotel. X.
[QUOTE=HimKoi;1540902]Hey Key master. Great report! Just a quick question. Does the bathroom area not even have a curtain that pulls down. I mean damn what if you got to do the do and theres a hottie lying on your bed. I am extremely particular when it comes to bathrooms so I guess I will give pentehouse a miss. Is queens as convienient in terms of location wise.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Key Master;1540029]I just wanted to give some of my impressions of the Penthouse and Queen's Hotel since I just stayed there.[/QUOTE]Excellent review, thanks.
Overall I like Queens but somehow don't find the beds very comfortable. There are considerably cheaper places in AC that have much better ones, like the Boomerang up on Perimeter. But what I'm really looking forward to is the new Central Park, which looks almost finished. Knowing the old staff there, I think they might immediately become the best choice down at the Fields end of town.
Before the "revamp", I stayed in a very large room near the pool. It had three beds so it may have been the "family room". Even if it has not been remodeled. 1700 (current suite price) is a good price for a large room and a place with a pool. The pictures do show that they've made some improvements, but the photography of the rooms leads a lot to be desired.
THis place is out on perimeter. I think it's around the corner from the gas / petrol station (Petronas?). I would not recommend the smaller rooms (at least not before the revamp). X.
[QUOTE=TonyBuzz; 1540933]Hello members,
Planning my trip for this summer to AC. Times are tough right now so I am trying to spend less on accomodation and getting cheaper flight to splurge more on girls, meals and girls. As long as I get a decent sized room, clean and with adequate ammenities then I will be happy to forgo the luxury of the LGH where I have stayed on my past visits.
I hear the old Hana hotel has had a revamp and is now called the Perth Garden Hotel. Had a look at their website (perthgardenhotel. Com) and and would be interested in their suite room, very cheap at 1700. Discounted, for cash payment.
Does anyone have any recent experience with the hotel under new managment?
Did read back some pages and searched the thread but could not find any info about Perthgarden Hotel.
TonyBuzz[/QUOTE]
I stayed at the Orchid Inn in March 2014. I chose it because I wanted a long pool. It turned out to be only 48 feet, not that long, but ok for a half hour of laps.
The place has a pleasant atmosphere, low buildings, relaxed feel. It is not very polished. Walking through the corridors (e. G. From the reception to the pool area) feels a lot like going to the toilet in an English pub, low ceilings, yellowed paint, brick tiles, a slight smell of decades of parties (beer, cigarettes). As others have noted there is some noise from the big building project next door. But it is only during the daytime and didn't bother me.
It is nice to be in the annex at the back, on a narrow, intimate, leafy lane. You can cross back into the main complex across the lane or via a walking bridge on the second floor. Rooms need a new stroke of paint. There were big mirrors at the end of the bed, not optimally placed but possible to admire oneself if one were at the end of the bed. There was a resident cockroach in my bathroom. The cleaning staff were great."You want four fresh towels every day? No problem." There is a guard at the doorway to the annex. Every time a girl leaves he calls up the room to check that everything is ok. When I brought in my fourth girl on one day he gave me a smile and thumbs up.
Most of the guests seem to be 50-70 year old guys who do not exercise a lot, some of them with seemingly steady Pinoy wives / girlfriends, some also with children.
I also dropped by Wild Orchid, which is on Blow Row / Santos Street, also 100 metres from the densest part of Fields Ave. Walking street part. It was a bit more expensive and seemed like a nicer hotel. Worth it if you have the cash. I noted the discussion here on the forum a while ago about whether it is worth impressing the girls with a fancy hotel and room. Personally I think it can be nice to bring her back to a nice place.
[QUOTE=X Man; 1541765]Before the "revamp", I stayed in a very large room near the pool. It had three beds so it may have been the "family room". Even if it has not been remodeled. 1700 (current suite price) is a good price for a large room and a place with a pool. The pictures do show that they've made some improvements, but the photography of the rooms leads a lot to be desired.
THis place is out on perimeter. I think it's around the corner from the gas / petrol station (Petronas?). I would not recommend the smaller rooms (at least not before the revamp). X.[/QUOTE]Thank you X Man,
Its out on Perimenter Road. Actually it should be just on the back of the Lewis Grand Hotel but access is a bit further up. One needs to take a turn at the petrol station and go into that road running more or less paralel to Perimeter Road.
Exactly my thoughts, a redone room and a pool in a more or less quiet place for that price is not bad. Hopefully by the time I will arrive the renovtions will be all over.
I was in town in March for just a few days and decided to stay at ABC Hotel again. I know it is more expensive compared to other AC hotels but the money really is invested in the service of the staff, something I needed for my supposed busy work days.
The rooms are their usual cleanliness but really do have an annoying aroma from too much airfreshner. Then again, I guess there is a lot of DNA exchange that takes place in these rooms. Apparently the hotel was 'full' but again I didn't notice as checkin / checkout they have available front desk staff. Seems to be up to four staff available.
The massage girls continue to smile politely and greet me as I walked past their desk each time. For P700 for an in room basic massage I still feel I can do better down the road.
Free drink voucher is for the skybar on the roof of the second set of units that were built. It has nice fake grasss and a nice view. The ladies / hostess in this bar are also friendly and easy on the eye.
Front door staff are always plentiful and treat the ladies with respect. I think I've been there too often as some of the boys know my by name. The pickup / drop off service is well worth it. No haggling with trike drivers and no tips. The ABC drivers ferry me to and pick me up from whichever bat I find myself. It's nice to be able to stay inside a bar and walk out to the awaiting car.
I did notice that the room amentities have decreased a little. Seemed to be a shortage of new soap after Day 1. I also think that mouthwash used to be available in the bathroom but that is also missing now.
This completes my fourth stay in the past 12 months. Roll on for my next visit which can't come soon enough.
BD
As anyone ever staiyed at EuroAsia Hotel right next to America Hotel?
Can I leave my card at the desk / lobby / whatever when I go out?
I understand many do not like the idea of leaving their key / card at the front desk when they leave but I very much appreciate this option. The less crap I have to carry around the better I feel. I never carry a wallet or much else on me just some cash in pocket and don't want to have to worry if I might drop a keycard during an inebriated adventure.
[QUOTE=Pensomaru; 1551885]Can I leave my card at the desk / lobby / whatever when I go out?
I understand many do not like the idea of leaving their key / card at the front desk when they leave but I very much appreciate this option. The less crap I have to carry around the better I feel. I never carry a wallet or much else on me just some cash in pocket and don't want to have to worry if I might drop a keycard during an inebriated adventure.[/QUOTE]It would be pretty hard to lose the keycard since it's only the size of a credit card as opposed to those old clunky keys the Pacific Breeze gives you. If you were to lose it there are no identifying marks on it to trace it back to the Queens Hotel however if you are convinced you will be getting so shit faced the likelihood is great the key will be lost I'm sure the ladies at the front desk will oblige you in holding it for you.
Just got back from AC not too long ago. My friends and I got rooms at a smaller hotel called Valentino's that we found on Agoda. The cost was about $65 per night but the rooms were very clean, good size, as the hotel is not too old. I thought it was an excellent value. The location is very central to all the main action. I would definitely stay again. Lastly, across the street, there is a giant hotel under construction that will open either this year or next year. Looks like it will be nice.
StudFucket must be a heavy sleeper since he doesn't mind construction across the street. LOL. I suppose these late stages of construction are a lot quieter than when I did a review of V's a few years ago.
[url]http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g469410-d1223554-Reviews-Valentino_s_Hotel-Angeles_City_Pampanga_Province_Central_Luzon_Region_Luzon.html[/url]
Poor sheets make for poor sleep.
I stayed at Valentinos in Angeles City for four nights in February 2014. I chose it because of the location and their web site. Valentinos is located two blocks south of Fields Avenue and between Raymond and Santos.
I requested a pickup at Clark Field and Valentinos's SUV picked me up for 400 pesos. The taxi mafia wants 500.
The thing I liked about Room 205 was that the view, to the south, was of trees and grass. In this area, it is a nice view.
Room 205 is a walk up, no elevator. There is a tiny round table for dining and a bench along the wall. The bed was okay. The lighting is peculiar. Only the four corners are lighted.
It was not until the fourth night I realized why I was sleeping poorly, even with sleep aids like antihistamine and melatonin. The sheets are low in cotton content. Essentially one is sleeping wrapped in plastic. So my skin was perspiring the whole time.
There is breakfast and lunch available at the bar. I think they also deliver to the room. I did not try.
There is no gym or business center. WiFi is included.
Within 20 meters of Valentinos two high-rise hotels are nearing completion. That shows you the location is nice. Some re-design might make Valentinos more attractive.
[QUOTE=X Man;1554676]StudFucket must be a heavy sleeper since he doesn't mind construction across the street. LOL. I suppose these late stages of construction are a lot quieter than when I did a review of V's a few years ago.[/QUOTE]Yes, the construction was not in full fledge, we saw only a few workers the times we were there (less than ten) and they were working on the back side of the new hotel so we could not hear. There were 4 of us total with separate rooms, and none of us complained about the noise. So perhaps there was definitely more construction or heavier noise but the rebar is up, framing is up, and there was no jack hammering so maybe we were there at a good time. I have been to Rio de Janeiro and Makati, and sometimes the car noise actually was a nuisance depending on if you staying on a busy street. Not saying that Valentinos is the place to be though. I would have rather spent up to $100 and had a better hotel. Any comments on the Penthouse hotel for this price range? Is it nice?
S. B
I posted a review and pictures back in 2013. Scroll up for the pictures.
[url]http://www.internationalsexguide.info/forum/showthread.php?2972-Angeles-City-Hotels-amp-Accomodations&p=1406191&viewfull=1#post1406191[/url]
[QUOTE=WWLL;1554872]I requested a pickup at Clark Field and Valentinos's SUV picked me up for 400 pesos.[/QUOTE]And here's the thing: if there's more than one of you they're picking up at the same time, they charge EACH of you the full fare. Not a big deal, I suppose, but it pissed me off because I was off the plane quickly (as one does when arriving in AC) and then we had to wait a good half hour for the other guy.
Since then I've given my business to hotels like the Clark Imperial that provide free airport transport provided you're staying a certain minimum number of days. Or just grab the P50 aircon jeepney.
And yeah, the sheets at Valentino's suck.
[QUOTE=StudBucket; 1554914]I would have rather spent up to $100 and had a better hotel. Any comments on the Penthouse hotel for this price range? Is it nice?
S. B[/QUOTE]Plenty and much better available in that price range; RTFF for recent reviews on the Penthouse as well as a couple of other places.
I have been to AC multiple times, usually visiting for a minimum of 20 days each stay. I have stayed at Wild Orchid Resort, Savannah Resort Hotel, Royal Amsterdam and Penthouse. In each of these hotels I take the room one level above the standard. My review is based on my preference of newer, modern hotels, with big clean bathrooms and king beds. Royal Amsterdam is the exception and I only stayed there for only four days.
On my last three trips I have stayed exclusively at the Penthouse. I was there in 2013 in late August into mid-September, late October into November and most recently mid-February to mid-March 2014. I have been able to track the improvements of Penthouse along the way. This hotel has so much potential and some drawbacks. But the drawbacks are those of a new hotel shaking out the kinks.
My first visit to Penthouse last August-September was during construction of the hotel itself and the construction of a hotel next door and in front of Valentino's. It was Penthouse's soft opening, so I knew there would be plenty of bugs to workout. No elevators, no pool, no restaurant, and plenty of construction issues in the rooms they booked. But the staff was top of all issues when brought to their attention. They wanted the feedback and sought it constantly. Overlooking those problems, if you could deal with the noise and dust, for the price ($50 a night) and location it was a great deal.
My next visit to Penthouse was late October-mid November. Still in soft opening mode, but less issues with the hotel. Still no restaurant or pool. Elevators were running and construction had progress rather rapidly in the hotel. But you had construction noise in the hotel and outside. But the price was great ($50 a night) , location was perfect and customer service was top notch. Thanks to Lewis Grand training I surmise. Again, hotel management wanted feedback and moved immediately to correct any issues brought to them.
Finally, I visited the hotel when it was in full operational mode early this year. Big improvement all the way around, but remember it is a hotel that has just opened so they still has some bugs to workout. The pool area on top of the hotel is gorgeous. The food is not bad. The bar is not a bad place if you want to grab a drink while waiting to meet friends.
Pros:
1. Location, location, location. If being in the middle of everything is important, this hotel places you there. If left the bars with nothing on my arm, it was so easy to make a quick pick up from Blow Row, just outside the front steps of the hotel. Those girls aim to please. But beware, the girls will get to know you and wait for you to come back to the hotel each night. But they are very respectful. If they see you with a lovely lady, they will say nothing. If they see you are alone, all bets are off. They will call out to you repeatedly wanting to make you happy for the night. It was comical and fun at times. There were times I would chat with the Blow Row girls, go to the room only to call the Blow Row spot and tell them to send a girl up. Loved that special delivery option.
2. The bed is the best I have been in AC. I have spoken with others who have stayed at Penthouse, ABC and Fields Plaza Suites and all say hands down the bed is unbelievable. Only Savannah Resort Hotel came close to the bed at Penthouse.
3. The bathroom. Clean bathrooms are very important to me. I really like the bathroom at the Penthouse. Of course what's not to like about a brand new bathroom. The plus of this bathroom is a large shower, separate from the toilet area. Each has its own door. The water pressure is forceful with removable shower heads. You can also turn the shower into a steam room, with controls outside the shower area often near the bathtub. The vanity is standard. The entire area is glass enclosed. In the rooms that I have been in, including mine and four other room types while visiting my friends in their rooms, you will find various bathroom floor plans. You have a floor plan where the clear glass shower door and the clear glass toilet door face each other, but can't be seen from the bed or chair. In that configuration there is no privacy in the toilet if someone is in the shower. Then there are floor plans where the shower and toilet glass doors are visible as you walk in the room. But in these instances the toilet doors are frosted, so they are not totally see through. There a couple floor plans where the shower and toilet are side-by-side and the toilet doors are not frosted.
4. Customer Service. On a five star scale, they receive five stars. From the time you are greeted until you leave they attempt to satisfy your every need. Housekeeping is available 24 hours a day. Front desk personnel are the most courtesy and helpful I have seen. If they don't know the answer they will make sure to get it for you, quickly. If they are not empowered to resolved an issue, they will get the person who is pronto. Always smiling and always quick to help.
Cons:
There are somethings that still need to be worked out, and the hotel management has assured guests, including me that they are moving to fix some of them. Among them:
1. No soap dishes in the shower. They are being installed room-by-room, floor-by-floor.
2. Bathroom flooding from the shower. You have to be careful with the shower because you can easily flood the bathroom floor. Again, a slight design flaw, but once you get to know the shower you can learn how to keep the water in.
3. Lighting in the toilet area. This is a design flaw, that I am not sure is being addressed immediately. The lighting is really dim. If you have a iPad, Kindle or other such device, this is not much of a problem. But if you prefer magazines or newspapers, forget it. Best do your business and go.
4. Lighting in the vanity area. Could better, it's not a problem during the day when you can open the curtains and the sunlight fills the room. At night could be more problematic fi you are attempting a close shave.
5. Faint sewage odor at times in the toilet area. This is not a persistent problem, but the hotel is awaiting permits to turn on its own sewage treatment facility.
6. No chair in the standard room. I could understand no table or desk but at least place a chair in the room. In the executive room there is a chair and a small nightstand like table.
On the fence:
1. Television. Could have more and a better selection of channels.
2. Wifi is inclusive, but can be spotty at times.
Overall, I would recommend the Penthouse as a quality place to stay. But that recommendation comes with this caveat, check the price.
I continue to stay there because of the quality and the PRICE break. They are running a midweek special. A 30 percent discount Mon, Tues and Wed. Off the rack rate. If you are a customer staying over 7 days, you are entitled to 10 percent of the other days. A stay of more than 21 day gives you a 20 percent discount off the rack rate on the other days. With the discounts you are getting a high class hotel in the middle of the action on Fields.
Without the price breaks, and if you are looking to spend $100 or slightly more, I would look at Fields Plaza Suites. If you don't mind being off down the strip just a bit, ABC seems to be a good bet.
I will be making a return trip in a few weeks. I will stay at the recently opened Score Birds for a few days, before moving to Penthouse. I will also stop by Queens to look at their facility.
[QUOTE=X Man;1554676]StudFucket must be a heavy sleeper since he doesn't mind construction across the street. LOL. I suppose these late stages of construction are a lot quieter than when I did a review of V's a few years ago.[/QUOTE]X Man,
Construction is much quieter on the hotel across the street from Penthouse and in front of Valentino's. I was their late last year and earlier this year. The difference is amazing. Last year there was not a concrete street. Now it's paved, cutting down tremendously on the dirt and dust. Seems like most of the work on the hotel is now being done inside. Occasionally, you will hear jackhammering, but for a construction site that close I get a pretty decent sleep.
before my crazy trip to phils, i decide to research few hotels that looked interesting, most of which were compared from a budget traveler's perspective and some for a 'day-in-the-sun', so to speak. my other reasoning was to acquire a personal barometer range of hotels from high-to-mid-to-low, so that in the event of a subsequent trips, i could plan accordingly. much of the undertaking proved fruitful, but i wouldn't recommend 'hotel hopping', for the faint of heart. looking back on this trip, i probably did more 'hotel hopping' than bar hopping on fields ave.
[u][b]angeles city hotels i researched:[/b][/u]
[b]my 1st tier considerations:[/b]
• [b]apartelle royal[/b] | 2 stars | very good 7. 7 (23 reviews) | agoda: us$29. $50 | [url]www.apartelleroyal.com[/url] | only 14 rooms, book early, v. nice clean, spacious mid-size to large rooms, w / modern decors. jacuzzi room has bathtub, but only 1 jacuzzi room. jacuzzi, exec rooms have dvd & microwave ovens | located on fields ave above camelot go-go bar.
• [b]devera hotel[/b] | 3 stars | very good 7. 6 (406 reviews) | agoda: us$40. $80 | [url]www.deverahotel.com[/url] | 72 rooms, v. nice small to mid-size rooms, w / nice decors and hot tubs in exec jacuzzi rooms | loc. close to clark sm mall and perimeter road.
• [b]affinity condo resort[/b] | 4 stars | good 7. 5 (520 reviews) | agoda: us$34. $60 | [url]www.affinitycondominiumsresort.com[/url] | only 23 rooms, book early, v. nice mid-size to large rooms, good decors, and all units have kitchens (ie, w / kitchenettes & microwave ovens. see website). possibly more family oriented hotel | loc. on sofia st. 2-3 blocks from fields ave / perimeter road, and 1-block in f / narciso ave, (the road located next to the eurotel hotel).
[b]my 2st tier considerations:[/b]
•[b] tune hotel [/b]| 3 stars | good 7. 5 (2669 reviews) | agoda: us$25. $58+ | [url]www.tunehotels.com[/url] | 165 rooms, small rooms, mid-size bathrooms, modern decor | located on perimeter road. a bit far from the go-go bar action. two (2) restaurants and a 7-11 only 1-block away.
•[b] orchid inn resort[/b] | 2. 5 stars | good 7. 1 (300 reviews) | agoda: us$34-78+ | [url]http://www.agoda.com/orchid-inn-reso.-clark-ph.html[/url] | 84 rooms, small-to-midsize rooms, older decor | located on raymond st. very close to the field ave. go-go bar action and many restaurants.
• [b]queen's hotel [/b]| 4 stars | fantastic 8. 0 (my personal review) | website: p2990. p4990 (us$68-115) | [url]www.queensangeles.com[/url] | 54 rooms, v. nice, midsize-to-large w / varying modern professional and executive decors, with lots of extras. they give cash payment discounts (10% or more for 3-days plus. check w / front desk). more luxury rooms get a bigger discount. staff / reception were very nice. | loc. 1-block off fields ave, on constain st (angel witch / sky trax disco) , close to go-go bar action. quiet location.
• [b]angeles beach club hotel[/b] | 4 stars | fantastic 8. 9 (452 reviews) | agoda: us$115. $225+ | [url]www.angelesbeachclubhotel.com[/url] | 90 rooms, midsize-to-large w / varying chic to modern decors | loc. next door to pony tails and other perimeter road. go-go bars, devera hotel and sm mall. a little expensive, but perhaps good for a 1-nighter, if you found a great girl to celebrate with. apparently the girls love this hotel.
[b]my 3st tier considerations:[/b]
• [b]sun moon hotel[/b] | 3 stars | above avg. 5.1 (3 reviews) | agoda: us$18. $25+ | hourly rates: 2hr-p200, 4hr-p300, 6hr-p500, 12-hr-p800 | [url]www.sunmoonhotel.com.ph[/url] | 13 rooms, mid-size rooms w / older bland decor | located on about 1-block from zen fields hotel, eruptions and emotions go-go bars, off perimeter road. ok for short time stay, budget and backpacker type travelers. loc at the back of an alley. didn't really appeal to me upon looking at the lobby (1-min view f / lobby).
• [b]zen field hotel[/b] | 2 stars | pleasent 6. 4 (7 reviews) | agoda: us$20. $30+ | hourly rates: 2hr-p250, 3hr-p350, 4hr-450 | [url]http://www.agoda.com/zenfields-hotel.-clark-ph.html[/url] | tel: (045) 436. 9391/0915 | 29 rooms, mid-size rooms w / older bland decor | located on about 1-block from eruptions and emotions go-go bars, off perimeter road. | located on about 1-blocks from sun moon hotel, and 2-blocks from eruptions and emotions go-go bars, off perimeter road. ok for short time stay, budget and backpacker type travelers. very basic hotel, but offer great rates if you're a budget traveler. don't expect too much and you won't be disappointed and maybe presently suppressed. decent enough place to stay if in a pinch (2-min tour).
• [b]genesis[/b] | 1 stars | below avg. 4.9 (my personal review) | p1400. p2500+ | website: unknown | tel: (045) 436. 9391/0915 | unknown number of rooms, small rooms w / older bland decor | from the 2-min tour, ok but older hotel, with older decor, musty smell and no elevator, so way too many stairs to climb, if you're placed on the top floor. loc. on fields ave, a few doors down from jj's supermarket. promo rates of p$1200 (standard). only use in case of emergencies. i would even consider the backpacker hotels over this one.
[u][b]angeles city hotels i stayed at:[/b][/u]
[b]apartelle royal:[/b] located atop of camelot go-go bar, it has 14 nice midsize to very large rooms. these spacious rooms, have most everything, including a jacuzzi tube, in the one (1) executive suite i took a standard deluxe room (p1590) and included a 32" flat-screen tv, wi-fi, air-con, fridge / mini-bar, lots of snacks, extra special toiletries, and a security safe. although the cable selection (3-movie channels) was good and the flat-screen tv large enough, the screen quality left something to be desired. i found it difficult to view the blacks hues and fuzzy tv reception on certain channels. bathrooms are clean, but the slightly dated bathroom decor could do with an update.
the noise from the camelot go-go bar maybe a problem with certain rooms and now that the building of a new hotel has begun next door, expect some daytime noise as well. both times i stayed here, i took a room away from the noisier areas and which proved satisfactory for my level of tolerance. reception staff are very friendly and helpful, but without a room phone you have to walk all the way back to reception to ask questions or resolve problems. arrh yes, those dreaded stairs. oh those stairs! for those of you that are adverse to exercise, may i suggest another hotel.
• [b]pros: [/b]pretty good price-to-value combination at p1590 / day. online email / phone reservation system (with no upfront payment vs. booking with agoda). spacious party rooms with large chairs and coffee table. close proximity to fields ave go-gos, margarita station, joliebees and jj supermarket.
• [b]cons:[/b] those dreaded stairs, no in-room phone, old bathroom decor and fuzzy tv reception (but none of these are a real deal breaker).
• [b]recommendation:[/b] nice little hotel (albeit a little dated) , with generous spacious, secure rooms and an excellent location. would definitely stay here again, although you must book early, as it a popular hotel, with many ac travelers and has only 14 rooms. apartelle royal. email: reservation@apartelleroyal.com. tel (04) 458. 0623, cell: (63) 998. 274. 6728.
[b]tune hotel:[/b] with 165 rooms, this chic modern hotel is located on perimeter road, a fair distance from the fields ave go-go bar action. while a little closer to the perimeter road. go-go bar action, it is still a bit of a trek (about a 15-20 min. walk just to pony tails). i took a 'no frills' double room (p1200) for a few days, which included 32" flat-screen satellite cable / tv, wi-fi (limited usage) , air con and a security safe. the room was very clean, with an unusually large modern bathroom (which i really liked) and a good sized double bed. flat screen tv, is of a poorer quality and viewing is difficult with the blacks hues. tv reception on is a little fuzzy and the list of cable stations is not bad, but different cable / channels depending on what room you get.
the rooms lacks a size (in general) , a fridge / mini-bar, closets, adequate shelving and storage to unpack ones baggage. all of which is a shame, because the room has a really clean comfy modern touch to it. lots of light, airy feel and a nice view. one of the great things about this hotel is the 2 floor reception. basically, what this means is,"no walk of shame" for you or your gf. or at best, it's kept to a minimum. once you come in the front doors on the ground level, you are taken straight to your floor and no other guests (or reception staff) need see you or your gf. at first i didn't think this was so great when i was checking in. but soon realized afterwards, with my gf (in her tight sexy slutty outfit) hand-in-hand, heading into the elevator, it was a brilliant idea. this is a great idea and more hotels should do it.
trike or jeepney will be needed to get to the go-go bar action on fields ave or perimeter road. at first i was spending p100 each way on a trike (which soon became pretty expensive) and then i wised-up and started taking jeepneys for p8, which i found to be just as good, but will stop frequently to pick-up passengers along fields ave / perimeter road. so although it's a bit far from the action, on the upside the area is little quieter. there is a 7-11 and two (2) restaurants about 1-block away (one below the tune hotel and one in the savanha hotel) and both do takeout orders. can't say i liked that staff at reception and thought they were a bit cold and curt towards me, for some reason when checking-in and at one other time.
• [b]pros:[/b] very good price-to-value combination at p1200 / day. nice clean modern hotel. pay-for-what-you-use type concept that accommodates most budget travelers. premium power showers, large bathroom, nice size comfy bed. quieter location, modern decor and no walk of shame.
• [b]cons: [/b]tight small room, no fridge / mini-bar, no phone, inadequate storage for personal clothes and items and a bit far from the action.
•[b] recommendation:[/b] would definitely stay here again. probably one of the best options for budget travelers, who still want the style and comfort of a hotel. and they really do give "a 5-star sleeping experience at a 1-star price." [url]http://www.tunehotels.com/my/en/concept/.[/url] note: booking through agoda seemed cheaper.
[b]devera hotel:[/b] this was one of my favorite hotels. with 72 rooms, this great little hotel is located on basically at the start of perimeter road and the end of fields ave. and therefore situated perfectly for the go-go bar action in both directions. i stayed in a junior standard (p1200) , a standard (p1350) and a superior (p1500) room and there is very little difference in size. also noted, when housekeeping were doing their rounds, i saw very little difference in size, with any of the rooms. these small sized rooms include a 32" flat-screen tv, wi-fi, air-con, fridge / mini-bar, lots of snacks and a security safe. the rooms had a nice decent decor and were clean, but bathrooms had a little paint peeling / water damage on the walls. good sized double bed and list of cable stations is not bad and the flat screen tv / reception is ok. the staff at the reception desk / doorman were fantastic. they were the most courteous, polite and well mannered staff, i've ever encounter. almost to a fault.
located next door to the devera, is pony tails, lune time, show time and varia asia go-go bars. for those whose have come to enjoy perimeter road action as i did, uniquely means, it is situated nicely to take advantage of the perimeter road. bars and all the great daytime / early evening go-go bar action. also next door, is the eurotel hotel and the abc hotel. i enjoyed the nice view from the roof top restaurant, while sipping on my 1-free drink. it is open tuesday thru sunday and does provide room service.
• [b]pros:[/b] very good price-to-value hotel at p1200 (for jr. std. room promo if you can get it). clean modern updated hotel and rooms. central location to both fields ave / perimeter road. bar action. very friendly and courteous staff. online email / phone reservation system (with no upfront payment vs. booking with agoda).
• [b]cons:[/b] small rooms, small bathrooms, fuzzy tv.
• [b]recommendation:[/b] would definitely stay here again. great value hotel and they have terrific promotional deals. tel: (045) 892. 3847, cell: 0932. 854. 4306/0928. 505. 0441
Spidy,
I think your report is very well written and informative. I will let my friends know about your good experience at Tune. Thanks for the excellent report!
SB
Dropped by Central Park Tower to check out the rooms. I was shown two room types, one with a bath tub and the other without. The room outside the bathroom were similar. Granite tile floor, king size bed, mini fridge, a chair with an ottoman and nice spacious desk with a chair. Very nice hotel. They are currently in soft opening mode and rooms are 2,500 and 2,700 pesos. If you can handle a little construction noise, it is an opportunity to check out the newest hotel near Fields.
Howdy all,
Just came back from a 3-week trip. Went all over the Philippines, but spent a lot of time in AC. I stayed at four different places. Here are my thoughts on three of them; the fourth was ABC and there is already a ton of information on that hotel so I won't bore you with additional similar info. These three aren't mentioned much so I thought I would add it in. Just to give you guys more options. I liked the format and reports from Spidy so I thought I would do something simliar. Hopefully you guys find this useful.
[B][u] Apollonia [/u][/B] Reserved through agoda for approx. $30/ night. Seems like a new place. The rooms were immaculate, good water pressure, solid bed, overall a very nice room. The staff was extremely friendly: from the security guard up front (who calls trikes if you need them) to the front desk girls (they call you in the room anytime your "guest" leaves). Even had breakfast there in the tiny restaurant off the lobby-pretty good and prices were not that bad. As far as location, it is a block further from fields / Juico than La Teresita, corner of Felicitas and Federico (off Teodoro St). Most girls (and drivers) had no idea where this was, however; if you get onto Teodoro, you can see the big "Apollonia" sign on the building in the distance. Easy to find from there. Although my friends thought it was a bit far, I thought it was good. I could take the back roads and come out on Raymond (avoiding the beggars and traffic on Juico). Teodoro also has a money exchanger, Laundromat (good service by the way) and if you head to Juico, the pharmacy, 7-11, and JJ's market was all right there. (there is a smaller grocery store on Teodoro). The distance off the main road made this place very quiet (loved it).
Pros: Clean, new, inexpensive, very good value for the $$. Staff was excellent and friendly. Once you are off Juico (or on the back streets coming back from Raymond area) there is a significant drop in beggars and homeless makes the walk back a bit more pleasant.
Cons: Ok minor points: the AC was good, but in my friends room, it was aimed past the bed and towards the front door, so the room took a long time to cool down (mine was aimed low, almost parallel to the bed). Since they only gave 1 key per room, and since they had the typical power "slot" thing for the key, every time you left the room and took the key, the power would shut off (and therefore the AC) leaving the room very hot upon your return. Tried using one of my dive cert cards in the slot...did not work.
[LIST][B] Final recommendation: [/B] I would absolutely return. The price (even the bigger rooms were relatively cheaper than the surrounding hotels) was good and it was quiet. A longer walk with "guests" from the bars but it was worth it to "get away" from the main drag and all the beggars (is it my imagination or are there tons more). Also as a note, walking up Teodoro towards Juico, I ran into a 2 boys who were trying (and failing) to be pickpockets they came up asking for "choco" while the bigger boy pushed the smaller boy into me (presumably as a distraction). I felt the touching of my pocket before I "accidentally" turned and put my elbow into his solar plexus (oops) I heard these guys are active on Santos and Fields during the day (before the police chase them away). This only occurred once so maybe it was a fluke.[/LIST]
[B][U] Scorebirds [/U][/B] A new hotel belonging to the dollhouse group. It is located on Vian St (parallel to Fields ave). It is new (some minor construction still going on) and very clean. Staff was friendly and efficient, although they had some minor problems with the credit card readers. Prices weren't bad. See website ([URL]http://www.scorebirds-ac.com/[/URL]). I had the deluxe room: beautiful, immaculate, good water pressure, and very clean bathroom. They also have "short time" rooms (500 P for 3 hours) but did not get to see what they look like. Lobby has a "tropical" theme, but the rooms are more "modern". There is a laundry close by, and of course, you are very close to kokomoz and Fields and all of that. Pool area is nice, and they had a bikini contest while I was there.
Pros: Considering how close you are, the prices aren't bad for a basically brand new room. The elevator is around a wall from the lobby, right next to a side door, so those who are worried about the walk of shame, can come down from their room and slip out the side. Good location for the action. They seem to have events there from time to time if you are staying there, I guess you can just come out of your room and enjoy it for free (don't have to pay cover charge).
Cons: Still some minor construction going on. This hotel is behind high society so the thumping of the music was present throughout the night. The noise is muted a little (walls are concrete) but still very clear. I had no issues, but my friend complained that he had a hard time sleeping. The only other weird thing was that there was no door for the bathroom. So if you have butt trumpet issues with guests around, you will not be able to hide in there might be awkward for your guest to use the bathroom as well. Their restaurant is also new so not many items to eat but I suspect that will be corrected as time goes on.
[LIST][B] Final recommendation: [/B] Its really not a bad place; its new and the prices are good. Mostly, you have to decide if you can handle the loud music from high society. I would stay there again mostly because of the "newness" and of course, the decent price. As a note of interest, I found out that the "dormitory" (for the girls) used by the dollhouse group (for sure Tropix, not sure about other bars) is right next door (and they have an open balcony overlooking the street). Maybe something for the bar butterflies to take into account.[/LIST]
[B][U] La Teresita [/U][/B] website:[URL]http://lateresitahotel.com/[/URL] About one block up from Apollonia, on Elisa St. We made no reservations; just walked in to see what was available based on a positive recommendation from a friend. The front desk girls showed us two rooms available one was a deluxe room (I think) and it was very nice. The other, which we ended up getting, was the "villa" a 2-bedroom townhouse, with kitchen (with stove, refrigerator, microwave, hot water heater, kitchen table, basic utensils & pots / pans) and living area (fan, TV, couch, lounge chairs). More trikes seem to know this hotel over the Apollonia (above). Location description is similar to the Apollonia, with moneychanger and laundry on Teodoro. Very convenient. The villa bedrooms had safes and very large closets, but only one room had a TV. The villa has a small outdoor "porch" in front of the door, with a table and chairs where you can look at the pool. There is a restaurant at the hotel, but we did not try it.
Pros: I thought the room was very nice, but we got the villa instead (there were 2 of us) because there were 2 separate bedrooms, but we still had a common living area (living room / kitchen). Did not fell like a hotel at all, it was as if I was renting a vacation home. The villa was 2500p so paid 1250 each for a townhouse. We ended up buying food and drinks (coffee, etc.) and had a "home cooked" breakfast (the girls loved cooking for us) each day instead of going out to a restaurant. Eating at our own kitchen table made it easier and more comfortable for all of us to sit together plan out our day - very nice. Just like Apollonia, its off the main roads, so its pretty quiet at night.
Cons: Couple of minor drawbacks. There was only one bathroom / shower so we had to share. I once ended up using the lobby toilet (30 seconds away and very clean) when my friend was taking a shower. The bathroom / shower is on the first floor, and the stairs to the second floor is steep rough to navigate when dark or when you are drunk. If you are one of those that need to get up frequently during the night to use the bathroom (my friend is one); leave the light on (all night) and be careful falling down those stairs would really suck. The other drawback was that there was no ACs in the living area only a fan (both bedrooms had AC though) so it was a bit hot in the living room. We ended up opening the windows and doors and it was not too bad. The second deck floors felt rickety (like I would fall through) and creaked a lot but maybe that is just because we are heavy.
[LIST][B] Final recommendation: [/B] The front desk girls were very sweet and helpful. We asked for a bunch of things (bottle opener, extra plates / bowls, etc.) and they quickly provided everything we asked for. The villas are in a small building opposite the pool from the main building (with the entrance). I really liked the villas and it gave the stay a different feel, more like camping out. If you are travelling with a friend or in small groups, I think the villas are a great deal - you can all get together in the living room to talk story or hang out and you can't beat the price. Its clean and quiet.[/LIST]
Good hunting.
[QUOTE=Localboy;1580035]Howdy all,
Just came back from a 3-week trip. Went all over the Philippines, but spent a lot of time in AC. I stayed at four different places. Here are my thoughts on three of them; the fourth was ABC and there is already a ton of information on that hotel so I won't bore you with additional similar info. These three aren't mentioned much so I thought I would add it in...
[B] Apollonia [/B] Reserved through agoda for approx. $30/ night. Seems like a new place...[B] Pros:[/B] Clean, new, inexpensive...I would absolutely return.
[B] La Teresita [/B] website:[URL]http://lateresitahotel.com/[/URL] About one block up from Apollonia, on Elisa St. We made no reservations; just walked in to see what was available based on a positive recommendation from a friend....[B] Pros:[/B] I thought the room was very nice, but we got the villa instead (there were 2 of us) because there were 2 separate bedrooms, but we still had a common living area (living room / kitchen). Did not fell like a hotel at all...
[/QUOTE]LB,
Very nice report indeed! Thank you for the detail investigative reporting on several new hotels I was not aware of in my investigations or on my daily strolls throughout AC. The hotels Apollonia, La Teresitawill definitely sound very interesting, and will add them to my list of considerations. Many thanks again!
[QUOTE=Localboy;1580035]As far as location, it is a block further from fields / Juico than La Teresita, corner of Felicitas and Federico (off Teodoro St). Most girls (and drivers) had no idea where this was, however; if you get onto Teodoro, you can see the big "Apollonia" sign on the building in the distance. Easy to find from there. Although my friends thought it was a bit far, I thought it was good. I could take the back roads and come out on Raymond (avoiding the beggars and traffic on Juico).[/QUOTE]Would you say its safe to walk, with your girl from Fields ave, back to the hotel in the middle of the night or just get a trike?
Also can anyone recommend any decent hotels, with a safe, that allows smoking in room for around $30?
This is my maiden trip to AC and I will definitely write my report similar to Spidy's style.
[QUOTE=Tyrion82;1583287]Would you say its safe to walk, with your girl from Fields ave, back to the hotel in the middle of the night or just get a trike?
Also can anyone recommend any decent hotels, with a safe, that allows smoking in room for around $30?
This is my maiden trip to AC and I will definitely write my report similar to Spidy's style.[/QUOTE]I am assuming you mean walking from Fields back to the Teodoro area hotels (La Teresita and Apollonia) - I walked back every night and always felt safe (except for the time we ran into a barking dog that had broke his chain. But he quickly lost interest as we crossed to the other side of the street). It looks far on the map, but its not really. Some establishments on the road are still open (even at 0400) so its not like you are wandering into a dead zone. I suggest you walk it during the day and check it out. If you feel comfortable try it at night during prime time and see how you feel. The trikes will charge you 100 P for the 1 minute ride if you are feeling lazy.
Enjoy your trip.
[QUOTE=Tyrion82;1583287]Would you say its safe to walk, with your girl from Fields ave, back to the hotel in the middle of the night or just get a trike?
Also can anyone recommend any decent hotels, with a safe, that allows smoking in room for around $30?
This is my maiden trip to AC and I will definitely write my report similar to Spidy's style.[/QUOTE]I assume you mean walking from Fields back to Teodoro area (La Teresita / Apollonia). I walked back every night through the back streets with the girls. It looks farther than it really is, and I never felt unsafe. Except for the time I ran into a barking dog that had broken its chain, but he quickly lost interest as I crossed the street to the other side. I suggest you go through during the day, and then maybe again at prime time, there are a few establishments on those back roads so there is usually some activity (even at 0400). The trikes will charge you 100 p for the 1 minute ride if you feel lazy. I think once you walk it, you won't be worried. I'm sure you will have a great trip!
[QUOTE=Tyrion82;1583287]Would you say its safe to walk, with your girl from Fields ave, back to the hotel in the middle of the night or just get a trike?
Also can anyone recommend any decent hotels, with a safe, that allows smoking in room for around $30?
This is my maiden trip to AC and I will definitely write my report similar to Spidy's style.[/QUOTE]Try Natalia Hotel, next door to Camelot bar, right in the thick of it. Probably going to be $40. Right next door is Apartelle Royal. Last year when I was there I booked at p1500/ night ($35), and when I got there the clerk informed me they were running a promo at p1300 and they gave me that price. Royal has no elevator, so be prepared to climb 2 flights of stairs just to get to the check-in every time you enter / depart. Natalia has an elevator. Both offer wifi. I find it better to stay within walking distance of the action, so no trykes are needed.
[QUOTE=WestCoast1;1583583]Try Natalia Hotel, next door to Camelot bar, right in the thick of it. Probably going to be $40. Right next door is Apartelle Royal. Last year when I was there I booked at p1500/ night ($35), and when I got there the clerk informed me they were running a promo at p1300 and they gave me that price. Royal has no elevator, so be prepared to climb 2 flights of stairs just to get to the check-in every time you enter / depart. Natalia has an elevator. Both offer wifi. I find it better to stay within walking distance of the action, so no trykes are needed.[/QUOTE]Excellent advice on lodging and stay away from the trikes unless absolutely necessary and agree upon a price before you get in.
On another site, Orchid Inn is advertising a special from "June 1 to July 1" with a 15% discount on "any room" if you pay cash. As I was heading up to AC today anyway and hadn't made a reservation anywhere, I e-mailed them about the promo and a reservation. The lying pricks informed that the promo was for Monday thru Thursday only and further advised that the 15% cash discount only applied to certain rooms. I politely inquired as to why their promo ad said "June 1 to July 1" and "any room" and received no response.
I followed up again today again inquiring about the discrepency between their ad that still remains posted and what they told me the promo really applied to. In the typically dishonest, shitty and slovenly way of doing Filipino business, I still have not received a reply to my 2 inquiries.
I stay at Orchid Inn about 3 times a year, mostly for the pool. That's ordinarly a 3 night stay. That's the last of my money the place will ever see. The American manager Dave must know that this ad is posted and that its not only misleading, its a e'ffing lie. Dave, you know me as we've had more than a couple drinks together. I hope your place gets a bad case of bedbugs.
Dude, all places have discounts. Just because someone has an add does not mean it is for everything. Las Vegas will give discounts thru the week but not on weekends so why should Angeles City be any different.
Its called advertising, it got you to call and find out the prices.
[QUOTE=Slippery;1583595]On another site, Orchid Inn is advertising a special from "June 1 to July 1" with a 15% discount on "any room" if you pay cash. As I was heading up to AC today anyway and hadn't made a reservation anywhere, I e-mailed them about the promo and a reservation. The lying pricks informed that the promo was for Monday thru Thursday only and further advised that the 15% cash discount only applied to certain rooms. I politely inquired as to why their promo ad said "June 1 to July 1" and "any room" and received no response.
I followed up again today again inquiring about the discrepency between their ad that still remains posted and what they told me the promo really applied to. In the typically dishonest, shitty and slovenly way of doing Filipino business, I still have not received a reply to my 2 inquiries.
I stay at Orchid Inn about 3 times a year, mostly for the pool. That's ordinarly a 3 night stay. That's the last of my money the place will ever see. The American manager Dave must know that this ad is posted and that its not only misleading, its a e'ffing lie. Dave, you know me as we've had more than a couple drinks together. I hope your place gets a bad case of bedbugs.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=MarkFalcon33;1588578]Dude, all places have discounts. Just because someone has an add does not mean it is for everything. Las Vegas will give discounts thru the week but not on weekends so why should Angeles City be any different.
Its called advertising, it got you to call and find out the prices.[/QUOTE]Agoda offers 7 % discount for DBS / POSB, ANZ, Citibank credit cards.
On Wednesdays all visa cards will get 10 % discount from agoda.
Register in agoda to get insider deals.
[URL]Hotels.com[/URL] offers 10% discount for StanChart cards.
In low season, if you are staying a week or more, you can try walk-in.
[QUOTE=MarkFalcon33;1588578]Dude, all places have discounts. Just because someone has an add does not mean it is for everything. Las Vegas will give discounts thru the week but not on weekends so why should Angeles City be any different.
Its called advertising, it got you to call and find out the prices.[/QUOTE]I did follow up 2 x by e-mail as I wanted it in writing and not by phone. I could direct you to the "add" but its on a similar site and directing you to that site is taboo here. If I "addvertise" a 40 a php burger all week, does that mean its not 40 php on Saturday?
[QUOTE=MarkFalcon33;1588578]Dude, all places have discounts. Just because someone has an add does not mean it is for everything. Las Vegas will give discounts thru the week but not on weekends so why should Angeles City be any different.
Its called advertising, it got you to call and find out the prices.[/QUOTE]Personally, I would call it false advertising or even fraudulent advertising, [B]unless[/B] the advertisement specifically stated:
A) the conditions of the offer, or.
B) that there were additional conditions, and advised where / how to identify those additional conditions.
I know in some countries, failure to conform to these standards would carry penalties, but I don't know about PI.
But I think that the manager of Orchid Inn, would offer the discount unconditionally to Slippery, if advised of the stuff-up.
Just my POV.
I'm doing 8 nights this fall.
It will be my first visit and I am looking forward to it.
Thanks!
[QUOTE=Lou32;1591291]I'm doing 8 nights this fall.
It will be my first visit and I am looking forward to it.
Thanks![/QUOTE]Only discounted if you're on the VIP list, and one visit won't get you onto the list.
[QUOTE=GoodEnough;1591541]Only discounted if you're on the VIP list, and one visit won't get you onto the list.[/QUOTE]Thanks for the information.
I've got to work to get on that list then! .
Just wanted to warn anyone booking a room with Score Bird, they have construction underway. Cannot get any sleep after 9 am.
Was there one night. Nice room and layout.
My drawbacks.
1. For you non-smokers the new rooms smell of smoke even thou they tell you they have non-smoker rooms.
2. Rooms on upper floors have an outside walkway to them. The guard rails are thin and sparse with big gaps in between. Maybe they are not finished yet, which I doubt. My point is, if you are afraid of heights, the guard rails are of no assurance.
3. Hi-tech elevator control panel that my province girl had trouble with.
[QUOTE=Dg8787;1592150]
3. Hi-tech elevator control panel that my province girl had trouble with.[/QUOTE]Huh?!? Was it the numbers (knowing them) or the buttons (knowing to push them) that caused her trouble?
[QUOTE=Hutsori;1592155]Huh?!? Was it the numbers (knowing them) or the buttons (knowing to push them) that caused her trouble?[/QUOTE]Haha. I almost forgot about that. The elevator had those new digital type "touch screen" buttons so you kind of swipe at it instead of pushing it. Its was like touching a poorly responding iPad or something. Everybody in my group took a couple of tries the first time. Bet that is what DG was talking about.
[QUOTE=Hutsori;1592155]Huh?!? Was it the numbers (knowing them) or the buttons (knowing to push them) that caused her trouble?[/QUOTE]Province girls are country girls lost in the big city. Most have never seen an elevator before let alone be above the second floor. Takes a while for some to understand room 711 is on floor 7 and to push the 7 button. This hotel's elevator has like a glass touchscreen with the numbers behind the glass, no buttons, numbers are kind of faint and not in a descending order. It took me a while to understand it.
[QUOTE=Localboy;1592263]Haha. I almost forgot about that. The elevator had those new digital type "touch screen" buttons so you kind of swipe at it instead of pushing it. Its was like touching a poorly responding iPad or something. Everybody in my group took a couple of tries the first time. Bet that is what DG was talking about.[/QUOTE]Seems like the case of something that works perfectly well being then over engineered to poorly functioning complexity. Being intuitive? Who needs it, eh?
[QUOTE=Dg8787;1592293]Province girls are country girls lost in the big city. Most have never seen an elevator before let alone be above the second floor. Takes a while for some to understand room 711 is on floor 7 and to push the 7 button. This hotel's elevator has like a glass touchscreen with the numbers behind the glass, no buttons, numbers are kind of faint and not in a descending order. It took me a while to understand it.[/QUOTE]Room 711 is not on the seven-hundred eleventh floor? ;) Thanks for the explanation. Some of the provincial girls who have visited me in the big city (I haven't seen too many of them because I feel guilty about having a girl travel for hours) have expressed fear of tall buildings because of earthquakes (I'm on the 21st floor).
I am taking my first trip to Philippines and have chosen to stay in Angeles City. I am looking for a hotel that is close to the action and girl friendly. I am assuming all the hotels are girl friendly. After reading the posts, I have narrowed it down to ABC or Lewis Grand. The Lewis Grand is a little bit cheaper, but the rooms look amazing and probably quieter at night. ABC looks like more fun and seems to be desired by more of the women. I expect to pay between $80 and $125 a night. I have traveled the world including San Jose, Costa Rica; Medellin, Colombia; Pattaya, Thailand; Beijing, China; Sydney, Australia; and all over Europe and many more. I am two continents away from dispensing my yogurt all over the planet. I want this trip to be memorable and where else but Angeles City. I am specifically looking for a hotel with the television unlocked so I can hook up my laptop and watch movies in the down time.
Thanks for your help in advance.
[QUOTE=WorldTraveler123;1594858]I am taking my first trip to Philippines and have chosen to stay in Angeles City. I am looking for a hotel that is close to the action and girl friendly. I am assuming all the hotels are girl friendly. After reading the posts, I have narrowed it down to ABC or Lewis Grand. The Lewis Grand is a little bit cheaper, but the rooms look amazing and probably quieter at night. ABC looks like more fun and seems to be desired by more of the women. I expect to pay between $80 and $125 a night.
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I am specifically looking for a hotel with the television unlocked so I can hook up my laptop and watch movies in the down time. Thanks for your help in advance.[/QUOTE]Not really sure what your question is? I've stayed in both so if you're soliciting opinions, then I'd say go with ABC. The only drawback to ABC, IMHO, is that the water in the pool tends to be colder then the LG as it doesn't get as much sun. Both are well built and the rooms are quiet, both offer shuttle service (though the ABC is closer to fields) and both have HDMI inputs on their TV's (both also have HBO, SHO, etc + ABC has a couple of porn channels).
Hope you enjoy your trip and we'll be looking forward to some FR's.
[QUOTE=WorldTraveler123;1594858]I am taking my first trip to Philippines and have chosen to stay in Angeles City. I am looking for a hotel that is close to the action and girl friendly. I am assuming all the hotels are girl friendly. After reading the posts, I have narrowed it down to ABC or Lewis Grand. The Lewis Grand is a little bit cheaper, but the rooms look amazing and probably quieter at night. ABC looks like more fun and seems to be desired by more of the women. I expect to pay between $80 and $125 a night. I have traveled the world including San Jose, Costa Rica; Medellin, Colombia; Pattaya, Thailand; Beijing, China; Sydney, Australia; and all over Europe and many more. I am two continents away from dispensing my yogurt all over the planet. I want this trip to be memorable and where else but Angeles City. I am specifically looking for a hotel with the television unlocked so I can hook up my laptop and watch movies in the down time. Thanks for your help in advance.[/QUOTE]Lewis Grand has a problem with their hot water system. It takes forever for the hot water to reach the upper floors. The gym is not good. ABC is a lot better.
I have stayed at both.
ABC vs Lewis Grand vs Wild Orchid.
I have stayed at ABC and Lewis. They are both very good. Both hotels are extremely GF, duh. Here is my comparison valuation:
ABC is a shorter walk to Fields. When I stayed there a few years back, ABC had pool girls for EWR (a big plus). ABC has the bordello decor. ABC rooms are a tad bigger with couches and all bathrooms have separate Jacuzzis (a plus). My advice is if you choose ABC over the LGH, stay in the new annex and enjoy the full benefit.
Lewis Grand has normal western decor airy rooms. The Lewis is cheaper. The Lewis restaurant is better (a plus). The Lewis pool is much, much, much better because the pool is 3 or 4 times larger than ABC's pool and in the sun most of the day. (A shading option is provided for every lounge chair.) In addition the Lewis pool patio surrounding the pool is 10 x larger than at ABC. So all in all the pool is a big plus for the Lewis. The Lewis permits guests to use the pool all night long. Just bring your own towels from your room.
You are more likely to encounter normal guests (Filipino families) at the Lewis, which is anthropologically interesting but otherwise not a plus although it is no big deal for me.
So in conclusion, prefer the LGH. ABC's new rooms and location is better, but ABC is significantly more money and the pool is too small and shaded which I do not like. There is not much to do in AC until late afternoon so a good sunny pool is required especially at this price point. ABC really dropped the ball when they did not design a roof top pool on their hotel annex.
Wild Orchid is another good option in AC. The Wild Orchard has the best location of the three hotels and a great pool, but the rooms are not quite as good as the LGH. If considering the Wild Orchard be sure to reserve a pool side room in the new building.
[QUOTE=WorldTraveler123;1594858]I am taking my first trip to Philippines and have chosen to stay in Angeles City. I am looking for a hotel that is close to the action and girl friendly. I am assuming all the hotels are girl friendly. After reading the posts, I have narrowed it down to ABC or Lewis Grand. The Lewis Grand is a little bit cheaper, but the rooms look amazing and probably quieter at night. ABC looks like more fun and seems to be desired by more of the women. I expect to pay between $80 and $125 a night. I have traveled the world including San Jose, Costa Rica; Medellin, Colombia; Pattaya, Thailand; Beijing, China; Sydney, Australia; and all over Europe and many more. I am two continents away from dispensing my yogurt all over the planet. I want this trip to be memorable and where else but Angeles City. I am specifically looking for a hotel with the television unlocked so I can hook up my laptop and watch movies in the down time. Thanks for your help in advance.[/QUOTE]Thank your for all your responses. I reserved with ABC. I will post a report when I get back.
Just got back from my first A/C trip in August 2014 - 3 week trip.
I ended up staying at the Wild Orchid (4000 p for Lagoon Room Balcony after 10% long stay discount) for the 1st 2 weeks of my trip. Rooms were nice, Pool was great and the Service and Security were excellent. This hotel is the perfect location for the action and if money is no object I'd recommend Highly. While I was there they also offered a cash discount for the other side of the Hotel of 25% for August. So I took advantage of that my last week there. The Lagoon rooms are much nicer. But of course cost more.
*Tip* The Lagoon Rooms run on a card system, The other side of the hotel runs on a Key System. Taking the card or Key out of the room kills your room power so when you come back to your room it might be hot inside. You can get a 2nd card for the Lagoon room and leave the room powered, which allows you to come back to a nice cool room and a charged Ipad or Iphone!
I visited the Penthouse right across the street. About $10 more per night, OK pool. Better rooms. I chose to stay at the Wild Orchid because the pool was much nicer.
I also visited the Apollonia ($50/ night) decent rooms, no pool and location is an issue. It's a 10 minute walk to Fields and during the day it's probably ok but I'm not sure I'd want to walk down that street at night with a wad of cash on me. If you want to use a lot of trikes I'm sure it's OK.
[QUOTE=Bareback49;1616662] Taking the card or Key out of the room kills your room power so when you come back to your room it might be hot inside. You can get a 2nd card for the Lagoon room and leave the room powered, which allows you to come back to a nice cool room and a charged Ipad or Iphone! [/QUOTE]I'm surprised they allow this as it jacks up their electric bill and because there are often electricity failures in the Philippines.
Personally I don't care much that the room is hot when I come back. Turn on the AC and the place is cool in just a few minutes.
And beside that saving energy is a good thing to do of course. It has become a second nature for me.
[QUOTE=Mogwai;1616969]I'm surprised they allow this as it jacks up their electric bill and because there are often electricity failures in the Philippines.
Personally I don't care much that the room is hot when I come back. Turn on the AC and the place is cool in just a few minutes.
And beside that saving energy is a good thing to do of course. It has become a second nature for me.[/QUOTE]Are you serious? I have well over 1000 nights in hotels and probably more then 500+ in the Philippines in the last 10 years. I have rarely found any hotel in the Philippines (outside of 4 star Makati) where the air conditioner actually works properly. If I do get one set to accurately operate, I will never turn it off. The Pacific Breeze charges 200 P a day for utility key and I happily pay it.
Robb.
[QUOTE=Robbaf;1617309]Are you serious? I have well over 1000 nights in hotels and probably more then 500+ in the Philippines in the last 10 years. I have rarely found any hotel in the Philippines (outside of 4 star Makati) where the air conditioner actually works properly. If I do get one set to accurately operate, I will never turn it off. The Pacific Breeze charges 200 P a day for utility key and I happily pay it.
Robb.[/QUOTE]I rarely have an aircon issue, but I like the power left on so that I can charge my devices.
[QUOTE=WestCoast1;1617348]I rarely have an aircon issue, but I like the power left on so that I can charge my devices.[/QUOTE]Do the devices that matter most really need electrical power?
Robb, shame on you. Give me a fan room (almost) anytime. I like to save energy. The only issue with fan room was that one time when I encouraged the gal to jump up and down on the bed while I was taking video. Oops.
I agree with Mogwai on this one. Save energy!
[QUOTE=Mogwai;1616969]I'm surprised they allow this as it jacks up their electric bill and because there are often electricity failures in the Philippines.
Personally I don't care much that the room is hot when I come back. Turn on the AC and the place is cool in just a few minutes.
And beside that saving energy is a good thing to do of course. It has become a second nature for me.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=SkipKost;1617360]Do the devices that matter most really need electrical power?[/QUOTE]I let my pinays do the charging in this context.
[QUOTE=XMan;1617510]Robb, shame on you. Give me a fan room (almost) anytime. I like to save energy. The only issue with fan room was that one time when I encouraged the gal to jump up and down on the bed while I was taking video. Oops.
I agree with Mogwai on this one. Save energy![/QUOTE]I'm different. There can never be a time when my phone or laptop are down for charging (biz, which I take care of during the daytime mostly, but can demand attention anytime), hence extra charging / charged batteries (dirt cheap to purchase online) are needed to slap in on a moment's notice when a battery gets low. I've figured out ways to bust most every wall-inserted key system that turns power off. From extra strips of old credit cards cut to match key size / width, to bribing the cleaning crew to get an extra key when the front desk refuses to provide one (its amazing what a paltry p200 will get you, even in Manila), I'm rarely without power when I've left the room. I often turn off the aircon (or turn the temp up some, to reduce the time the compressor is cranking) while I'm gone, but the power strip must remain lit, and any hotel where I can't make that happen (rare) is off the list quickly. I don't like a cold room, but I also can't do a fan-only room.
For all the good and bad we've mentioned about Sampaguita Suites in Fuente (its a budget hotel), one of its pluses is that when removing the key from the wall, only the aircon and TV shut off; the wall outlets remain active.
[QUOTE=XMan;1617510]Robb, shame on you. Give me a fan room (almost) anytime. I like to save energy. The only issue with fan room was that one time when I encouraged the gal to jump up and down on the bed while I was taking video. Oops.
I agree with Mogwai on this one. Save energy![/QUOTE]All those wanting to save energy I suggest you no longer fly to the Philippines. Guarantee that is wasting more energy then leaving my AC on.
Robb.
[QUOTE=Robbaf;1617705]All those wanting to save energy I suggest you no longer fly to the Philippines. Guarantee that is wasting more energy then leaving my AC on.
Robb.[/QUOTE]What a dumb remark. And not the only one in the PI section unfortunately.
Robb, you're absolutely correct, but you're missing the point. Or maybe you get the point and just want to harass us gentle tree huggers.
I don't want to "waste" energy if I can avoid it. Nor do I like to waste time or money. Flying to the Philippines is a relatively expensive hobby and jetliners are hell on the environment. These things are unfortunate and make me sad, but I like going to the Philippines. I like it a lot in fact.
Leaving the ac on for several hours just to avoid a few minutes of tropical heat seems wasteful. Using the same logic as you do, I could suggest that if you really want to avoid that tropical heat, you should avoid going to the Philippines.
Hotels are probably charging me more because of other people who increase the hotel's costs unnecessarily. Also, poor Westy, and many others, have this huge inconvenience of not being able to charge our rechargeable vibrators and other devices simply because hotels take these measure to reduce their costs.
But it is a losing battle. I do the Westy trick by inserting a card to keep my electricity on. Plug in the rechargers, turn off the ac, and leave the room. When I return twelve hours later the maids have let the AC on the Arctic setting. I race to the ac controls, but the sweat dripping off my face freezes before I can make it. Very uncomfortable. X.
[QUOTE=Robbaf;1617705]All those wanting to save energy I suggest you no longer fly to the Philippines. Guarantee that is wasting more energy then leaving my AC on.
Robb.[/QUOTE]
Ouch. I think it's hard to get thru a day without finding something or someone you disagree with. But to dismiss someone with the "dumb" word is bad form. Robbaf quoted me, but him and I have exchanged a few messages here and there. I took no offense even though I know he's a bloody, energy wasting, swaggering, American. Not dumb though.
And, to stay remotely on topic I'd like to say that on my most recent flight out of Philippines I was able to take the brand-spanking new be-787 Dreamliner. This is an extremely energy-efficient airplane, especially when there are no unscheduled stops due to battery fires. I was seated next to an attractive East Asian woman who was friendly, but my PPD was kicking in and I was happy when she decided to sleep. I'd forgotten my breath mints, damn. I watched a delightful movie on my personal monitor. The Grand Budapest Hotel. If you like quirky humor, I suggest you see it.
Oddly, there are no window shades on the 787. There is a button to cloud the window, but you can still see through it. The windows are bigger, BTW. Robb, you still reading? It's an energy efficient airplane. I recommend you ride the be-787 and turn off your fuggin ac.
[QUOTE=Mogwai;1617780]What a dumb remark. And not the only one in the PI section unfortunately.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=XMan;1617854]Robb, you're absolutely correct, but you're missing the point. Or maybe you get the point and just want to harass us gentle tree huggers.
I don't want to "waste" energy if I can avoid it. Nor do I like to waste time or money. Flying to the Philippines is a relatively expensive hobby and jetliners are hell on the environment. These things are unfortunate and make me sad, but I like going to the Philippines. I like it a lot in fact.
Leaving the ac on for several hours just to avoid a few minutes of tropical heat seems wasteful. Using the same logic as you do, I could suggest that if you really want to avoid that tropical heat, you should avoid going to the Philippines.
Hotels are probably charging me more because of other people who increase the hotel's costs unnecessarily. Also, poor Westy, and many others, have this huge inconvenience of not being able to charge our rechargeable vibrators and other devices simply because hotels take these measure to reduce their costs.
But it is a losing battle. I do the Westy trick by inserting a card to keep my electricity on. Plug in the rechargers, turn off the ac, and leave the room. When I return twelve hours later the maids have let the AC on the Arctic setting. I race to the ac controls, but the sweat dripping off my face freezes before I can make it. Very uncomfortable. X.[/QUOTE]I am not trying to harass any tree huggers, I appreciate them saving energy so I can use it. As I have been in the energy business for 30 years, I am talking about something I know.
Currently power plant produce to the demand level, but soon to come is hourly electric meters, that will charge you based on usage during each hour of the day. If you use during peak hours, you will pay more. Off peak use will cost lower.
Robb.
Only energy I loose is my sperms into vaginas of willing partners.
Let us get back to mongering info.
[QUOTE=XMan;1617864]Ouch. I think it's hard to get thru a day without finding something or someone you disagree with. But to dismiss someone with the "dumb" word is bad form. Robbaf quoted me, but him and I have exchanged a few messages here and there. I took no offense even though I know he's a bloody, energy wasting, swaggering, American. Not dumb though.
And, to stay remotely on topic I'd like to say that on my most recent flight out of Philippines I was able to take the brand-spanking new be-787 Dreamliner. This is an extremely energy-efficient airplane, especially when there are no unscheduled stops due to battery fires. I was seated next to an attractive East Asian woman who was friendly, but my PPD was kicking in and I was happy when she decided to sleep. I'd forgotten my breath mints, damn. I watched a delightful movie on my personal monitor. The Grand Budapest Hotel. If you like quirky humor, I suggest you see it.
Oddly, there are no window shades on the 787. There is a button to cloud the window, but you can still see through it. The windows are bigger, BTW. Robb, you still reading? It's an energy efficient airplane. I recommend you ride the be-787 and turn off your fuggin ac.[/QUOTE]I took his comment with a grain of salt.
I finally seen one on my last trip to the US. 20% fuel efficiency is a start.
Robb.
After reading many of the responses to my leaving the AC on in my room I've decided it wasn't a good ideal after all and I promise from now on to kill the power when I leave.
[QUOTE=Bareback49;1618531]After reading many of the responses to my leaving the AC on in my room I've decided it wasn't a good ideal after all and I promise from now on to kill the power when I leave.[/QUOTE]BB49, you're my hero!
[QUOTE=XMan;1617854]I do the Westy trick by inserting a card to keep my electricity on. Plug in the rechargers, turn off the ac, and leave the room. When I return twelve hours later the maids have let the AC on the Arctic setting. I race to the ac controls, but the sweat dripping off my face freezes before I can make it. Very uncomfortable. X.[/QUOTE]
Balibago, Angeles City.
September 9, 2014.
Yesterday Mr. X Man, a xx-year old national from xx, was found frozen to death in front of the air conditioning controls in his hotel room in Balibago, Angeles City.
The police have apprehended a 41 year old maid of the hotel on suspicion of leaving on the air conditioning at its maximum setting after cleaning the room.
Apparently Mr. X Man could not reach the controls in time to switch of the air conditioning when he returned to his room twelve hours later.
The police have also apprehended Mr. Robbaf, a xx-year old national from xx, on suspicion of encouraging the maid to leave on the air conditioning. Mr. Robbaf works in the energy business and would therefore benefit financially from this action.
(P.S.: only joking guys, LOL!)
That was unexpected. Good one Moggy. I think you'll fit in quite nicely around here. (I've edited a bit)
[QUOTE=Mogwai;1618717]Balibago, Angeles City.
September 9, 2014.
Yesterday Mr. X Man, a 54-year old national from Bmfk Egypt, was found frozen to death SNIP SNIP )[/QUOTE].
I hoped to avoid the RTFF reply, but I could not find the answer to whether girls are required to provide their IDs when being brought to a hotel. More specifically the ABC hotel, where I am planning to commence my Philippines / AC maiden voyage. Thanks.
[QUOTE=ConquerorVal;1624228]I hoped to avoid the RTFF reply, but I could not find the answer to whether girls are required to provide their IDs when being brought to a hotel. More specifically the ABC hotel, where I am planning to commence my Philippines / AC maiden voyage. Thanks.[/QUOTE]I never had trouble with the desk asking for IDs at ABC. They do stop girls from entering the hotel without your presence (or phone call from room).
[QUOTE=ConquerorVal;1624228]I hoped to avoid the RTFF reply, but I could not find the answer to whether girls are required to provide their IDs when being brought to a hotel. More specifically the ABC hotel, where I am planning to commence my Philippines / AC maiden voyage. Thanks.[/QUOTE]I cannot recall that any of my girls were ever asked for an ID at any hotel in the Philippines.
[QUOTE=Localboy;1624242]I never had trouble with the desk asking for IDs at ABC. They do stop girls from entering the hotel without your presence (or phone call from room).[/QUOTE]And, in addition, they will usually call up to the room to ensure all is ok if a girl leaves unescorted.
[QUOTE=ConquerorVal;1624228]I hoped to avoid the RTFF reply, but I could not find the answer to whether girls are required to provide their IDs when being brought to a hotel. More specifically the ABC hotel, where I am planning to commence my Philippines / AC maiden voyage. Thanks.[/QUOTE]I've only heard about one issue of the doorman asking for [I]ID[/I] there; if you even want to call it an issue. At breakfast there one morning I was talking to bro, he told me the afternoon before he had brought back an apparently well known FL. The doorman pulled the bro aside and cautioned him about her. He was told that she had caused some trouble there in the past (allegedly stole an expensive watch). Being a wise person he made up an excuse (said his gf wanted to surprise him and was waiting in the resto), gave her a modest tip and sent her on her way (and tipped the doorman too).
[QUOTE=Mogwai;1624344]I cannot recall that any of my girls were ever asked for an ID at any hotel in the Philippines.[/QUOTE]Hotel La Corona, Tropicana Apts, Executive Plaza, and Bayview in Malate area have collected I'd's, and they don't return it to the girl unless I am present or call down to the front desk upon her departure. On Burgos, Citadel, Berjaya, and Fortuna have done the same.
Most don't, but some do. Which hotels were you staying at? Even if they don't collect I'd, some will still call when the gal exits.
[QUOTE=Mogwai;1624344]I cannot recall that any of my girls were ever asked for an ID at any hotel in the Philippines.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=XMan;1624505]Most don't, but some do. Which hotels were you staying at? Even if they don't collect I'd, some will still call when the gal exits.[/QUOTE]Just happened to a girl I was with a few days ago. No big deal to her and I really didn't care.
Thank you all for the responses regarding my question pertaining to girl I'd requirements in hotels. In terms of large monger destinations that I visited, namely Sosua and Pattaya, this rule always seemed to be in effect. A/C should be a nice change.
[QUOTE=XMan;1624505]Most don't, but some do. Which hotels were you staying at? Even if they don't collect I'd, some will still call when the gal exits.[/QUOTE]I've stayed at the Pacific Breeze, Swiss Chalet and Queens in Angeles recently.
And some years ago I've stayed at several hotels in Cebu City, Dumaguette, Ormoc and Bohol.
I stayed at Queens my last two visits. ALthough it's been a few years, I love (loved) that top floor suite at the Swiss Chalet. Nice restaurant as well. Back in the day I did a review of the place, or maybe it was just photos of a Ms. Sexy in the room. Or maybe both. I do remember the model. I couldn't get enough of her.
Dumaguete? Bethel was fully booked, so I stayed here again last month.
[QUOTE=Mogwai;1624778]I've stayed at the Pacific Breeze, Swiss Chalet and Queens in Angeles recently.
And some years ago I've stayed at several hotels in Cebu City, Dumaguette, Ormoc and Bohol.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Mogwai;1624344]I cannot recall that any of my girls were ever asked for an ID at any hotel in the Philippines.[/QUOTE]I've been in Makati for about a week and the hotel has been very diligent in getting I.D. from every single one of the various girls I have been bringing in. Then they call me as the girls leave to make sure it is ok. What a great service, I have been tipping the doormen appropriately.
[QUOTE=XMan;1624930]Dumaguete? Bethel was fully booked, so I stayed here again last month.[/QUOTE]La Residencia Al Mar! Stayed there too, it was nice.
Most of the time the hotel doorman / security will not ask for the girls I'd. Of course my experience is only limited to 2 hotels. I assume they assume the girl is licensed bg and if you have a problem you will know how to find her. A few times when I have had a few girls referred to me, I have had the doorman check their I'd for my own protection. He actually held the I'd and returned it to her when she left but did not record it in his log book. This 19 yo civie looked more like 16 than 19.
This recent topic about IDs is winding down.
Nevertheless, I want to clarify that someone said, "I cannot recall that any of my girls were ever asked for an I'd at any hotel in the Philippines. ".
This is the AC Hotel thread and usually the I'd check or I'd holding doesn't happen. I think they do sometimes do the phone call thing. I'll keep notes on my next visit. LOL.
Outside of AC, checks do happen, esp Manila. But if you check in with the lady or she seems to be a gf, at most good hotels someone makes a note and they don't bother you. Hell has no fury like a Filipina wife, or even a "good" gal, who is treated at the hotel like a "bad girl". In many cases it depends on the time of night and how the gal is dressed.
If you can't recall ever having a lady I'd checked, then there is probably a good reason for that. Maybe they already know her. See her every night. (joke).
If you are with a temporary gal, the I'd holding or phone call is a bit of an inconvenience. But the practice makes it safer for everyone. At exit I usually escort the lady to the lobby to avoid the phone call. It saves the staff a bit of work, and I think it makes the gal feel better to. If she's given me any bad vibes or bad service then she can find her own way out.
Is there any hotel that would allow me to store my luggage after checking out?. Cebu Pacific flight to Cebu is scheduled at 8 and check out time usually around 11 or 12 noon.
[QUOTE=Nolz7;1631381]Is there any hotel that would allow me to store my luggage after checking out?. Cebu Pacific flight to Cebu is scheduled at 8 and check out time usually around 11 or 12 noon.[/QUOTE]Pacific Breeze has done it for me. They just put it under the stairs by the desk.
[QUOTE=Nolz7;1631381]Is there any hotel that would allow me to store my luggage after checking out?. Cebu Pacific flight to Cebu is scheduled at 8 and check out time usually around 11 or 12 noon.[/QUOTE]Most hotels do store your bag (s). The only question is if they will charge you for it, most larger hotels in larger cities are charging now. I have stored my bags for up to a week to travel lighter, when I have left for Cebu and come back to AC. One time I purchased a couple 20" x 30" paintings boxed up for check-in luggage and the hotel stored it for me for over a week free of charge.
Some places might expect a tip like every where else.
[QUOTE=Dg8787;1631527]Most hotels do store your bag (s). ......
Some places might expect a tip like every where else.[/QUOTE]Even if the hotel charges for the storage, I always tip the guy who takes the bag and the guy who brings it back, even if same guy.
For 50 p each way you know that the guy holding your luggage at least has a reason to think kindly of you and is not pissed that he just got stiffed out of a tip. Most hotels, I keep one pocket with only 50 p bills (or about the effective equal in whatever local currency) and hand them out like a used car salesman hands out business cards.
The money is nothing to me but over time it can add up for the poor guy doing the heavy lifting.
Small cost for having some friends in low places at the hotels.
[QUOTE=KabulGuy;1631617]Even if the hotel charges for the storage, I always tip the guy who takes the bag and the guy who brings it back, even if same guy.
For 50 p each way you know that the guy holding your luggage at least has a reason to think kindly of you and is not pissed that he just got stiffed out of a tip. Most hotels, I keep one pocket with only 50 p bills (or about the effective equal in whatever local currency) and hand them out like a used car salesman hands out business cards.
The money is nothing to me but over time it can add up for the poor guy doing the heavy lifting.
Small cost for having some friends in low places at the hotels.[/QUOTE]KG,
I totally agreed with you. I only suggest tipping as quite a few posters here have a "no tipping" policy. Personally I tip the room cleaner P50 a day and the doorman / security guys something every few days. A few times I had girls coming to the hotel without trike money and I would pay the trike when they arrived. The security guy would advance the trike payment so I wouldn't have to come down from the room! Like you said, it is good to have friends in low places.
Dg8787.
[QUOTE=KabulGuy;1631617]Even if the hotel charges for the storage, I always tip the guy who takes the bag and the guy who brings it back, even if same guy.
For 50 p each way you know that the guy holding your luggage at least has a reason to think kindly of you and is not pissed that he just got stiffed out of a tip. Most hotels, I keep one pocket with only 50 p bills (or about the effective equal in whatever local currency) and hand them out like a used car salesman hands out business cards.
The money is nothing to me but over time it can add up for the poor guy doing the heavy lifting.
Small cost for having some friends in low places at the hotels.[/QUOTE]Totally agreed, these small equivalent amounts would mean nothing to us, the accumulation some day pays off for the locals who in return will pay us back with gratitude in various forms including reliable customer service.
Small tips go a long way!
Hey all,
I need a GF hotel. Which one of these would you vote better:
Angeles Beach Club Hotel or Holiday Inn Clark?
I stayed in A7 Square last time but it was a bit of a headache.
Thanks
[QUOTE=FreeKick;1632149]Hey all,
I need a GF hotel. Which one of these would you vote better:
Angeles Beach Club Hotel or Holiday Inn Clark?
I stayed in A7 Square last time but it was a bit of a headache.
Thanks[/QUOTE]ABC Hotel is way more convenient.
[QUOTE=RubioTonto;1632232]ABC Hotel is way more convenient.[/QUOTE]I always stay at Orchid Inn Resort. Cheaper and closer to everything. Nice pool and service. 109 Raymond Street.
I'll be staying at ABC very soon and I don't know the power requirements for my electronics.
Will I need to bring a 220 v to 110 v converter for my trip to Angeles City?
Thanks for your help.
[QUOTE=Lou32;1632947]I'll be staying at ABC very soon and I don't know the power requirements for my electronics.
Will I need to bring a 220 v to 110 v converter for my trip to Angeles City?
Thanks for your help.[/QUOTE]How strange ABC Hotel refuses to answer your emails. Have you checked your spam folder, just in case?
[QUOTE=RubioTonto;1632232]ABC Hotel is way more convenient.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=DCups;1632257]I always stay at Orchid Inn Resort. Cheaper and closer to everything. Nice pool and service. 109 Raymond Street.[/QUOTE]Thank you very much Rubio and D Cups. Have decided to split up my stay between the two to try both of them.
Thanks again.
[QUOTE=Hutsori;1632956]How strange ABC Hotel refuses to answer your emails. Have you checked your spam folder, just in case?[/QUOTE]Golly, who's been growing all this rice I see?
[QUOTE=Lou32;1632970]Golly, who's been growing all this rice I see?[/QUOTE]It ain't Joe Kano.
"I don't know the power requirements for my electronics." Well, look at them. Almost all, but NOT all, portable consumer electronics are dual voltage / dual hertz. You see a label on which is printed: 100 - 240 V 50/60 Hz? You're good2go anywhere. Laptops, mobiles, tablets, cameras, etc. are most often dual voltage. You bringing a hair drier, electric razor, nose hair clippers, vibrator, lawnmower, refrigerator, etc? The Philippines is 220 V 60 Hz, and a simple google would have told you this. If you want to know specifically about the ABC Hotel your best point of contact is, well... you ought to have guessed it... the ABC Hotel. http://angelesbeachclubhotel.com/contact.php
[QUOTE=Lou32;1632947]I'll be staying at ABC very soon and I don't know the power requirements for my electronics.
Will I need to bring a 220 v to 110 v converter for my trip to Angeles City?[/QUOTE][URL]http://www.worldstandards.eu/electricity/plug-voltage-by-country/[/URL]
Philippines is 220 V.
Most/all laptop and camera chargers should be variable (where it takes both 110 and 220 - read the label on the charger).
Most decent hotels in the Philippines will have the sockets in which it will accept both the round and flat plugs.
The answer is yes ... if you have a device that only accepts 110 V, then you need a converter.
[QUOTE=GreenBud;1632989][URL]http://www.worldstandards.eu/electricity/plug-voltage-by-country/[/URL]
Philippines is 220 V.
Most/all laptop and camera chargers should be variable (where it takes both 110 and 220 - read the label on the charger).
Most decent hotels in the Philippines will have the sockets in which it will accept both the round and flat plugs.
The answer is yes ... if you have a device that only accepts 110 V, then you need a converter.[/QUOTE]Careful your converter. The hotels will often loan you one at the front desk, which is a small plugin item that converts (only) from the wider (round) two-prong filipine system to the (flat) skinny two-prong american plugin. This plugin does not 'step-down' the voltage from 220 to 110.
If you want to go from 220 to 110, buy a larger converter (once you are there), its called a 'step-down' converter. They are about the size of your fist (bit smaller), and heavy.
WestCoast1 and GreenBud. Thanks for your help. Good to see there are helpful dudes on this forum!
[QUOTE=WestCoast1;1633003]
If you want to go from 220 to 110, buy a larger converter (once you are there), its called a 'step-down' converter. They are about the size of your fist (bit smaller), and heavy.[/QUOTE]Hold on a moment you're going to confuse people who haven't been here.
Most better hotels have both a 220 v two prong flat pin US style outlet & a 110 v two prong round pin US style outlet, usually side by side.
The vast majority of Laptops & Cell phoned have regulated chargers I. E. They will work on either voltage provided you have an ADAPTOR to cconect your foreign plug to the local US style socket.
Best to buy a travel ADAPTOR before you come if you are not from the US.
AV.
[QUOTE=Lou32;1632947]I'll be staying at ABC very soon and I don't know the power requirements for my electronics. Will I need to bring a 220 v to 110 v converter for my trip to Angeles City? Thanks for your help.[/QUOTE]As others have stated, almost all laptops, tablets and cameras will work on either 220 or 110 vs. But if you are bringing some dildos that only work on 110 v, then you need a step up converter to 220 v. Just make sure that you do not electrocute the girl (s) and we need to see some pictures!
[QUOTE=LifeIsABeach;1633199]But if you are bringing some dildos that only work on 110 v, then you need a step up converter to 220 v. [/QUOTE]Step-down converter (sometimes called a transformer).
[QUOTE=Amavida;1633172]Hold on a moment you're going to confuse people who haven't been here. Most better hotels have both a 220 v two prong flat pin US style outlet & a 110 v two prong round pin US style outlet, usually side by side.[/QUOTE]Some hotels have that, some don't. Lets assume that his hotel does not, to be conservative for him. If his hotel does not have this, and HE simply plugs in the adapter, HE could fry his gear. I was in a foreign airport at Christmas and popped an adapter into the 220 v wall outlet, then plugged my american 110 v laptop power supply into the adapter, and the other end of the supply into my laptop. Turned on the lappy and all was fine for about 5 minutes, the system was up and running and charging away as would normally be the case. Then I noticed the 'charging' indicator went off. The lappy was running fine, but not charging. I checked the connections of the power supply to the lappy and to the wall, all seemed fine, but still the unit was not charging. I touched the power supply and it was unusually hot, and it had died. Unpluged it and take it all the way home and plugged it in to a 110 wall outlet showed it to be dead. Had to purchase a new one. Similar experience in CDO in mid-2013, I put an extra phone battery into an external charger (110) and plugged it right into the 220-110 adapter, then into the 220 wall outlet in the hotel CR, and the charger fried. In either 2010 or 11, I fried a Hitachi magic wand vibrator (pop!) just by plugging it into the 220-110 adapter, then plugging the adapter into a 220 v wall outlet in AC.
[QUOTE=Amavida;1633172]The vast majority of Laptops & Cell phoned have regulated chargers I. E. They will work on either voltage provided you have an ADAPTOR to cconect your foreign plug to the local US style socket.[/QUOTE]Correct. But there is an inherent assumption that his lappy / cell can handle the 220. I'll assume that it can't.
[QUOTE=Amavida;1633172]Best to buy a travel ADAPTOR before you come if you are not from the US.
AV.[/QUOTE]Bring an adapter (some hotels loan them at the front desk, but better to bring your own, see Radio Shack). In the pic below, the item in the box is a step- converter. It plugs into a 220 wall outlet, and you plug your 110 electronic items into it (I tend to plug a 110 v power-strip with 6 outlets into itm then plug my various 110 v items into the power strip). The other 4 items in the picture are adapters, they plug into the 220 wall outlet (see the round pegs), but when you plug your flat-bladed 110 electrical item into the adapter, it runs 220 v thru it to your 110 item. The item in the box, the step- converter, is probably 1 kg in weight. The adapters are a few ounces in weight.
[QUOTE=WestCoast1;1633237]. I touched the power supply and it was unusually hot, and it had died. Unpluged it and take it all the way home and plugged it in to a 110 wall outlet showed it to be dead. Had to purchase a new one. Similar experience in CDO in mid-2013, I put an extra phone battery into an external charger (110) and plugged it right into the 220-110 adapter, then into the 220 wall outlet in the hotel CR, and the charger fried. In either 2010 or 11, I fried a Hitachi magic wand vibrator (pop!) just by plugging it into the 220-110 adapter, then plugging the adapter into a 220 v wall outlet in AC.[/QUOTE]There are 3 things to consider: 1) voltage, 2) hertz (frequency) and 3) watts.
Most on the conversation so far has focused on volts, e.g. 110 and 220. Electronics built for the US market are 110 V and 60 Hz, the Philippines is 220 V and is also 60 Hz. Someone from Europe or Australia, where it's 220 V but 50 Hz may damage his equipment because a converter doesn't convert Hz. The last thing is watts. For a mobile or ipod not a lot of watts are used. A device with a motor, like a vibrator, or a heater, like a hair drier, use a lot of watts. A battery charger may require a lot of watts. Same too for printers if you happen to travel with one of those. Make sure your converter can handle the watts of your device; most small portable ones won't protect high-watt devices. If you get any one of these three things wrong (mismatch) you'll damage or destroy your device. If you get a plug adapter try to find one that has built-in fuse so if you get the voltage, hertz or watts wrong it's the adapter that takes the hit and not your device.
Read this [URL]http://www.220-electronics.com/voltage-converter-buying-guide.html[/URL].
[QUOTE=Hutsori;1633645]There are 3 things to consider: 1) voltage, 2) hertz (frequency) and 3) watts.
Most on the conversation so far has focused on volts, e.g. 110 and 220. Electronics built for the US market are 110 V and 60 Hz, the Philippines is 220 V and is also 60 Hz. Someone from Europe or Australia, where it's 220 V but 50 Hz may damage his equipment because a converter doesn't convert Hz. The last thing is watts. For a mobile or ipod not a lot of watts are used. A device with a motor, like a vibrator, or a heater, like a hair drier, use a lot of watts. A battery charger may require a lot of watts. Same too for printers if you happen to travel with one of those. Make sure your converter can handle the watts of your device; most small portable ones won't protect high-watt devices. If you get any one of these three things wrong (mismatch) you'll damage or destroy your device. If you get a plug adapter try to find one that has built-in fuse so if you get the voltage, hertz or watts wrong it's the adapter that takes the hit and not your device.
Read this [URL]http://www.220-electronics.com/voltage-converter-buying-guide.html[/URL].[/QUOTE]Good grief, When I last lived in Australia, the nominal voltage was 240 V, except WA which had previously been 250 V (long story). There was talk of it being reduced to 230 V at the time. But 220 V? Shit, I am out of date!
Seriously though, you are correct in what you write, although portable electronics are often manufactured to automatically handle 100-240 V and 50-60 Hz. A few have a switch to change the voltage (my hairdryer does).
Additionally, as far as I know, the only difference that 50 or 60 Hz will make, is the ability for internal clocks to maintain the correct times.
When you are using chargers for laptops, batteries etc, it is important that both the output voltage (DC) and the amperage reasonably closely match the requirements of the device.
Ikks.
Are we even sure that the Holiday Inn Clark is girl-friendly?
Even if it is, it's far from the action. So you'll be paying a lot extra in transportation and wasting time. I think they have a free shuttle to the mall, but probably only in the daytime. Maybe it's not bad if you have a steady "GF" and want a resort-type atmosphere, or are desperate to earn IHG points.
[QUOTE=FreeKick;1632149]Hey all,
I need a GF hotel. Which one of these would you vote better:
Angeles Beach Club Hotel or Holiday Inn Clark?
I stayed in A7 Square last time but it was a bit of a headache.
Thanks[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Ikksman;1633678]Good grief, When I last lived in Australia, the nominal voltage was 240 V, except WA which had previously been 250 V (long story). There was talk of it being reduced to 230 V at the time. But 220 V? Shit, I am out of date!
Seriously though, you are correct in what you write, although portable electronics are often manufactured to automatically handle 100-240 V and 50-60 Hz. A few have a switch to change the voltage (my hairdryer does).
Additionally, as far as I know, the only difference that 50 or 60 Hz will make, is the ability for internal clocks to maintain the correct times.
When you are using chargers for laptops, batteries etc, it is important that both the output voltage (DC) and the amperage reasonably closely match the requirements of the device.
Ikks.[/QUOTE]Yes, you are correct. Commonly people mention 110/220 to distinguish the two. Most everything else you mention has already been addressed in the previous comments. A frequency mismatch may damage or destroy a device. This I know first hand using 220V/50Hz devices built for Europe in 220V/60Hz Asia.
[QUOTE=Hutsori;1633645]There are 3 things to consider: 1) voltage, 2) hertz (frequency) and 3) watts.
Most on the conversation so far has focused on volts, e.g. 110 and 220. Electronics built for the US market are 110 V and 60 Hz, the Philippines is 220 V and is also 60 Hz. Someone from Europe or Australia, where it's 220 V but 50 Hz may damage his equipment because a converter doesn't convert Hz. The last thing is watts. For a mobile or ipod not a lot of watts are used. A device with a motor, like a vibrator, or a heater, like a hair drier, use a lot of watts. A battery charger may require a lot of watts. Same too for printers if you happen to travel with one of those. Make sure your converter can handle the watts of your device; most small portable ones won't protect high-watt devices. If you get any one of these three things wrong (mismatch) you'll damage or destroy your device. If you get a plug adapter try to find one that has built-in fuse so if you get the voltage, hertz or watts wrong it's the adapter that takes the hit and not your device.
Read this [URL]http://www.220-electronics.com/voltage-converter-buying-guide.html[/URL].[/QUOTE]Thats all true but the single most salient point is that Philippine power is dirty, noisy & erratic. I. e. Its all over the place. Destruction of devices is much more common than more developed countries.
AV.
[QUOTE=Hutsori;1633700]Yes, you are correct. Commonly people mention 110/220 to distinguish the two. Most everything else you mention has already been addressed in the previous comments. A frequency mismatch may damage or destroy a device. This I know first hand using 220V/50Hz devices built for Europe in 220V/60Hz Asia.[/QUOTE]Hi Huts,
I was attempting (politely) to comment on your statement [I]"Someone from Europe or Australia, where it's 220 V but 50 Hz may damage his equipment because a converter doesn't convert Hz"[/I].
To the best of my knowledge, if you use 50 Hz equipment on a 60 Hz power supply, no physical damage will result but any timing devices (such as clocks), will run faster.
I suspect the cause for the mortality of your converter lies elsewhere. Possibly the quality of the PI power supply, such as unfiltered spikes and surges. Filtered power supplies are very important in PI.
I also highlighted the importance of matching not just the [B]input[/B] voltage and amperage to any charger, but also matching the [B]output[/B] DC volts and amperage to the device. My apologies if this was stated elsewhere.
Cheers.
Electric power is dirty? Noisy? Erratic? All over the place? Wow!
[QUOTE=Amavida;1633705]Thats all true but the single most salient point is that Philippine power is dirty, noisy & erratic. I. e. Its all over the place. Destruction of devices is much more common than more developed countries.
AV.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=FreeKick;1632149]Hey all,
I need a GF hotel. Which one of these would you vote better:
Angeles Beach Club Hotel or Holiday Inn Clark?
I stayed in A7 Square last time but it was a bit of a headache.
Thanks[/QUOTE]If you took a millisecond to read the forum you would know that the Balibago area is one big red light district & as such old men with young pinays are de rigeur. You would also conclude that ABC is by far the better choice providing you can afford it.
AV.
FreeKick deserves a kick.
AV, how about an AC hotel report?
My pic is from one of the newer hotels, and I've done a review.
[QUOTE=Amavida;1634538]If you took a millisecond to read the forum you would know that the Balibago area is one big red light district & as such old men with young pinays are de rigeur. You would also conclude that ABC is by far the better choice providing you can afford it.
AV.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=XMan;1634658]FreeKick deserves a kick.
AV, how about an AC hotel report?..[/QUOTE]The girls' favorite hotel is (guess what?)- ABC. Which ought to make it your favorite hotel, too. Although, it is invariably disconcerting when your date is more familiar with the space and the place than you are. Staying at the new Penthouse last June, girls hadn't been there before, but then they start comparing it to ABC. You can't win. Stay wherever is your comfort zone.
[QUOTE=Golfinho;1634696]The girls' favorite hotel is (guess what?)- ABC. Which ought to make it your favorite hotel, too. [/QUOTE]Hu? Doubt I ever paid more than 1000 pesos for a room; certainly never more than 1200 pesos. The gals favorite hotel is where I am staying at. Period. Also, there is something pretty disturbing of the frame needing to spend $100 or better just to impress some w*e.
--Popper.
The new Central Park Hotel - Excellent. Just finished a week there while they have the soft opening. Rooms above the 8th floor looked great, will be available soon. Of course, priced.
[QUOTE=Golfinho;1649458]The new Central Park Hotel - Excellent. Just finished a week there while they have the soft opening. Rooms above the 8th floor looked great, will be available soon. Of course, priced.[/QUOTE]Priced, as in how much?
[QUOTE=WestCoast1;1649471]Priced, as in how much?[/QUOTE]Priced considerably above the 1000 to 1200 poor budget. Soft opening very generous discounts. Enjoy while it lasts.
[QUOTE=Golfinho;1649458]The new Central Park Hotel - Excellent. Just finished a week there while they have the soft opening. Rooms above the 8th floor looked great, will be available soon. Of course, priced.[/QUOTE]Watched the Pacman fight at the rooftop bar and snapped a picture of the pool.
[QUOTE=Golfinho;1649489]Priced considerably above the 1000 to 1200 poor budget. Soft opening very generous discounts. Enjoy while it lasts.[/QUOTE]I tried to find a website for Park Central but did not find one. What is the price?
[QUOTE=Dg8787;1650158]I tried to find a website for Park Central but did not find one. What is the price?[/QUOTE]Two room types available. 2500 and 2700 soft opening price. Small price difference no brainer to go for the more expensive. Bigger bath, corner unit. Note 'Penthouse View' is view of the wall of the Penthouse Hotel next door. Other side nice view overlooking Orchid pool. Rooms above 8th floor weren't open yet as of last week. When everything complete open prices will be something like 4000. Restaurant was hit or miss, but still better in a town where most food places are inedible. Besides its close to the Queen's Hotel and their Italian restaurant, for us best restaurant in AC and very reasonable.
Was in AC during March last year and stayed at ABC. A nice enough place but the decor was a bit over the top and the pool a bit disappointing.
I am thinking of returning next March and was interested by the Queens hotel. Nice looking place, a bit closer to the action and cheaper than ABC. Has anyone tried this place. What is the pool like?
[QUOTE=Llantarnam;1654224]Was in AC during March last year and stayed at ABC. A nice enough place but the decor was a bit over the top and the pool a bit disappointing.
I am thinking of returning next March and was interested by the Queens hotel. Nice looking place, a bit closer to the action and cheaper than ABC. Has anyone tried this place. What is the pool like?[/QUOTE]I stayed at the Queens during my last trip in October. Being fairly new, there was no signs of wear and tear. I did not go to the pool as it rained on and off during my stay. I liked the large shower, large bed, and good wifi connection. There is also a small gym that I used a few times. The location is very convenient to walking street. So I never had to hire a trike. They have discounts for multiple night stays with cash payments. I should be returning to Angeles either end of Feb or beginning of March. Good chance I'll be staying at the Queens again or maybe the new Central Park tower.
[QUOTE=Llantarnam;1654224]Was in AC during March last year and stayed at ABC. A nice enough place but the decor was a bit over the top and the pool a bit disappointing.
I am thinking of returning next March and was interested by the Queens hotel. Nice looking place, a bit closer to the action and cheaper than ABC. Has anyone tried this place. What is the pool like?[/QUOTE]RTFF; try searching "Queens Hotel". Several extensive reviews posted earlier this year, including one from me posted around Feb. Pool is basic, but nice, water tends to be a bit warmer then the ABC's as it gets more sunlight.
[QUOTE=PipJaeger;1654237]RTFF; try searching "Queens Hotel". Several extensive reviews posted earlier this year, including one from me posted around Feb. Pool is basic, but nice, water tends to be a bit warmer then the ABC's as it gets more sunlight.[/QUOTE]I am eternally grateful for your helpful advice.
Saw some people calling Central Park a lot of different things and saying they couldn't find their website. I believe I have the correct one below and if correct, it is named Central Park Tower Resort formally now. I did not see anything about prices going up to 4000 later on. I don't know if they can get up there in price and keep it close to full at that price. I guess time will tell. I am a big fan of Guy and Roselle, but thinking they'd rather be close to maximum occupancy.
[URL]http://www.cpangeles.com/[/URL]
[QUOTE=KeyMaster;1654609]Saw some people calling Central Park a lot of different things and saying they couldn't find their website. I believe I have the correct one below and if correct, it is named Central Park Tower Resort formally now. I did not see anything about prices going up to 4000 later on. I don't know if they can get up there in price and keep it close to full at that price. I guess time will tell. I am a big fan of Guy and Roselle, but thinking they'd rather be close to maximum occupancy.
[URL]http://www.cpangeles.com/[/URL][/QUOTE]To Key Master.
I think you are right 4000 p is too high for 2500-2700 p is about the right price the roof top pool is nice much better than the little bath tub at the old Central park, this is a very good locations if they raise the price to 4000 p don't think I will stay there with the Pacific breeze just around the corner.
Fast eddie 48.
Earlier this month I stayed at both these hotels. I've already done a review w / pics of Queens. Probably in August if anyone wants to go back that far. Their top-notch Italian restaurant seems to be on the verge of moving out. The space if for lease. I really like the rooftop lounge. Nice and quiet with sofas. Pool was a bit disappointing since the Pool Man seemed to be in hiding. At midday, the prime tables did not have their umbrellas attached. I found a shady corner but there was a layer of dust on the table. Quibble, quibble.
Queens was about P3,100, while CPH with a larger room and larger bathroom was 2,500.
I really want to like CPH, but there are so many things wrong. The positive first. Great rooftop hangout area with an infinity pool (smallish). Food isn't great, but it is really nice. The indoor restaurant isn't open yet. The rooms are good value for the current price.
Problems? Unorganized reception. I had problems coming in and going out. A bathroom fixture that kept falling off. Slow elevators.
I have some pictures somewhere. I'll add them later. X.
[QUOTE=KeyMaster;1654609]Saw some people calling Central Park a lot of different things and saying they couldn't find their website. I believe I have the correct one below and if correct, it is named Central Park Tower Resort formally now. I did not see anything about prices going up to 4000 later on. I don't know if they can get up there in price and keep it close to full at that price. I guess time will tell. I am a big fan of Guy and Roselle, but thinking they'd rather be close to maximum occupancy.
[URL]http://www.cpangeles.com/[/URL][/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=XMan;1662168]Queens was about P3,100, while CPH with a larger room and larger bathroom was 2,500.
X.[/QUOTE]Queens has been giving the cash discount through end of year, see if they extend. Too many different room types for such a small hotel, a bit confusing. As for minor detail, hot water in largest rooms (ones with both shower and tub) is not reliable. Top floor lounge 'living room' is nice.
[QUOTE=XMan;1662168]Queens was about P3,100, while CPH with a larger room and larger bathroom was 2,500.
X.[/QUOTE]At that price, what you must have stayed at in Queens was one of their cheap, little rooms. The big ones are much nicer, if you could've afforded it. They do have a lot of different type rooms for such a smallish hotel, a little confusing. Let's see how much longer they continue their cash discount policy.
As for CPH, we reserve judgement until the place is fully going. We need to see the gym and the suite rooms on the upper floors. Meanwhile, note their pool is open 24 hours. Pricing obviously ultimately determined by occupancy rates. What we've seen of clientele here is disproportionately middle eastern, north Asian, people who don't travel to stay at cheapest dumps they can find.
[QUOTE=Llantarnam;1654224]Was in AC during March last year and stayed at ABC. A nice enough place but the decor was a bit over the top and the pool a bit disappointing.
I am thinking of returning next March and was interested by the Queens hotel. Nice looking place, a bit closer to the action and cheaper than ABC. Has anyone tried this place. What is the pool like?[/QUOTE]Agree with comments on pool and decor but I always stay at ABC. Where else can you sip a beer and if the urge comes take the barmaid up to the room. Rooms great for parties and not too far to walk to the attractions.
[QUOTE=BritGuy;1662583]Rooms great for parties and not too far to walk to the attractions.[/QUOTE]I agree that the rooms at ABC are made for party. While the lower cost hotels certainly have rooms suitable for staying in, the ABC hotel rooms expect you to have guest. Even the basic room (the Standard Suite) has the leather couch area suitable for entertaining. The 4 0 r 5 porn channels also work a treat for the visiting shyer girls.
The Milennium Standard Suites take this a little further with all of the enhanced gadgets and lighting.
The penthouse floor is good is you are planning to have quite a few guests and a party. I've been there where we've had multile males with their ladies. I think if it is just one guy with 3-4 ladies, then the penthouse might be to spacious (is that possible?) ie the layout of the place is wasting the floor space because of so much outside space.
The Presidential suite at Lewis Grand is a much better layout. The outdoor style spa is also a nicer touch.
BD.
[QUOTE=BrainDrain;1662879]I agree that the rooms at ABC are made for party. While the lower cost hotels certainly have rooms suitable for staying in, the ABC hotel rooms expect you to have guest. Even the basic room (the Standard Suite) has the leather couch area suitable for entertaining. The 4 0 r 5 porn channels also work a treat for the visiting shyer girls.
The Milennium Standard Suites take this a little further with all of the enhanced gadgets and lighting.
The penthouse floor is good is you are planning to have quite a few guests and a party. I've been there where we've had multile males with their ladies. I think if it is just one guy with 3-4 ladies, then the penthouse might be to spacious (is that possible?) ie the layout of the place is wasting the floor space because of so much outside space.
The Presidential suite at Lewis Grand is a much better layout. The outdoor style spa is also a nicer touch.
BD[/QUOTE]Thanks BrainDrain. I have never stayed at either of the places you have mentioned but might give one of them a go next time. How do the prices compare with ABC? There are usually about 6-10 of the boys visiting at the same time and some of them don't have a huge budget.
[QUOTE=BritGuy;1662970]Thanks BrainDrain. I have never stayed at either of the places you have mentioned but might give one of them a go next time. How do the prices compare with ABC? [/QUOTE]Either of the places? You already mentioned that you've stayed at the ABC Hotel. I think you may be confusing BD's reference to ABC's penthouse suites with the new Penthouse Hotel as he only mentioned ABC and LG. Prices may depend on time of the year and even length of stay (for a longer stay you may be able to negotiate a better price). I suggest you Google search the hotels' respective websites and also check prices on the various travel websites like Agoda or Expedia for the best prices.
[QUOTE=BritGuy;1662970]Thanks BrainDrain. I have never stayed at either of the places you have mentioned but might give one of them a go next time. How do the prices compare with ABC? There are usually about 6-10 of the boys visiting at the same time and some of them don't have a huge budget.[/QUOTE]Never a bad idea to ask for a discount, which they likely to give if occupancy low and if you pay cash, especially for longer stay. Although lately, experience has been hotels are more apt to counter by offering you a room upgrade rather than lower their price.
Hi to all,
Due to the loss of my leg, I am confined to a wheelchair. However I can hop a bit and transfer Quite easy.
Can anybody remember hotels around fields area, or the surrounds, that have ramps or slopes going into the hotels. I plan to travel with an Electric wheelchair, plus a manual wheelchair.
My Electric chair, weighs about 125 kilos and can only bounce up steps about 3 inches.
Happy new year to you all.
Malc
[QUOTE=Malc3;1663837]Hi to all,
Due to the loss of my leg, I am confined to a wheelchair. However I can hop a bit and transfer Quite easy.
Can anybody remember hotels around fields area, or the surrounds, that have ramps or slopes going into the hotels. I plan to travel with an Electric wheelchair, plus a manual wheelchair.
My Electric chair, weighs about 125 kilos and can only bounce up steps about 3 inches.
Happy new year to you all.
Malc[/QUOTE]The tune hotel has a ramp but the rooms are small. On one hand that my be good for hopping but not for wheeling. Make sure you get one of the rooms where the door will stay open for you so you can wheel in.
Good luck, and happy pooning, LAT.
[QUOTE=Malc3;1663837]Hi to all,
Due to the loss of my leg, I am confined to a wheelchair. However I can hop a bit and transfer Quite easy.
Can anybody remember hotels around fields area, or the surrounds, that have ramps or slopes going into the hotels. I plan to travel with an Electric wheelchair, plus a manual wheelchair.
My Electric chair, weighs about 125 kilos and can only bounce up steps about 3 inches.
Happy new year to you all.
Malc[/QUOTE]Hi Malc.
I have stayed at Pacific Breeze, which is very close to Fields action. I'm pretty sure there is access without steps in the main building, which also has a lift. If you can wait till 13th, I should be there again and can confirm, or could check out any others for you that might interest you. PB has 24 HR door men anyway, who calls when your girl wants to leave to check all is ok, you may find this is useful idea too. I'm sure you would find them and all the staff there most helpful! If you book there, make sure you let them know that you need the lift building.
If I forget to report back in all my excitement, feel free to pm me anytime.
Cheers.
[QUOTE=Malc3;1663837]Hi to all,
Due to the loss of my leg, I am confined to a wheelchair. However I can hop a bit and transfer Quite easy.
Can anybody remember hotels around fields area, or the surrounds, that have ramps or slopes going into the hotels. I plan to travel with an Electric wheelchair, plus a manual wheelchair.
My Electric chair, weighs about 125 kilos and can only bounce up steps about 3 inches.
Happy new year to you all.
Malc[/QUOTE]The Wild Orchid definitely has a wheel chair access ramp. And its 1 or 2 minutes off Fields Ave. A great location, excellent lounge / pool area.