Sunday, March 31, 2013

Does anyone know of any good, affordable resorts/hotels within Metro Manila?

Q. There'll be roughly 5-7 of us, and we're planning to stay in only one room.
Can anyone suggest any private pools/hotels in Metro Manila?
We're looking for something similar to Bianca's Garden Hotel but I heard it closed down about a year ago.

It would be nice if you could give the link of your suggested places as well.
Thanks! :)

A. "When my Filipino wife and I arrive in Manila, it is always after eleven at night so we always get a room until the next day to go to the province."
"Many time we will come into the city and stay for several days to shop.!"
"My favorite location is in and around Manila Bay where there are good hotels, restaurants, art/antique districts, malls, street shopping, etc."
"We have stayed at Palm Plaza on Adriatico and Pedro Gil." "We have also stayed at Midtown Manila in the same area.' "Also at City Gardens and Royal Palms as well as several others."
"These were all good decent, safe places right in the heart of things and we have always enjoyed our stay."
"The U.S. Embassy is also just across Roxas Blvd. on Manila Bay very close by!"
"The average cost for a nice room with double beds and air conditioned, was around $40.00 U.S./per night!"
"There are numerous street vendors for food otherwise, etc.and thre are nice food courts and shopping in Robinsons Mall, which is located at Adriatico and Pedro Gil, just across the street from Palm Plaza hotel (which has a swimming pool)!
"Try Zamboanga Restaurant also across the street from the mall on Adriatico and just behind Palm Plaza hotel."
More expensive ($100.00 a night hotels such as Manila Diamond, are available right on Roxas Blvd. and they are exceptionally nice and will meet any one's expectations." "We have also stayed there to as they have an in house casino!"
"One word of good advice..; "NEVER CHANGE YOUR MONEY WITH ANYONE OUT ON THE STREET!!" "You Will Get Ripped Off..; "EVERY SINGLE TIME!"
"Always use a licensed money changer that are available everywhere there but they have their changing operations "INSIDE" a licensed building for this purpose." 'It is not only safer but they give the best going rate.!"
"Check several of these agency's though because some have better rates than others until you find your best rate!"
"You can also change your dollars into pesos at your hotels but they do so at a lesser exchange rate than the licensed exchange businesses along the streets.!"
"Beware of the clubs and pay for your drinks each and every time that you order or you may find a larger tab than expected!"
"Be respectful an definitely obey their laws!" "I assure you that their jails will be your very worst nightmare if you happen to be a bad boy and get arrested!" "It takes a lot to upset them but if you do ..You will learn what "Bad" really means..; And how "Nightmare" is truly defined!" "They will "HURT YOU!"

Has the all inclusive drinks system changed at the Royal Garden Hotel Mamaris this year/recently?
Q. From reading reviews on trip advisor, I have noticed alot of people complaining about the queuing system, which involves queuing twice. Is this still in place?

A. Yes it is
its really not worth you effort

What hotels in pattaya do not question if you bring women?
Q. I have heard some hotels in Pattaya beach make you pay extra if you bring women or guest. I am looking to enjoy myself after a year in Iraq, so I am looking for good reasonable hotels where I can bring two women, the same time, day or night without problems.

A. Most of the hotels in Pattaya that are not expensive usually will allow you to bring in a guest without a charge. Many hotels that are under 1000 baht will still have air conditioning and private bathrooms.

If you intend to stay in more luxury accommodation they usually ask you to pay. They figure you can afford it and besides they don't want to alarm any of the other guests by your continually bringing "guests" back to the hotel.

Check one place out for a couple nights and if it works out for you stay longer. If not move on, lots and lots of places in Pattaya to stay at. Choose a hotel between Central Pattaya and Royal Garden Mall.

By the way, if the front desk asks for identification of your friend it is for YOUR protection! "Guests" have been known to run off with money, watches, passports, etc. of the guy or gal who brought the guest in. Checking ID's is okay!

Happy hunting.




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