FUN BATANGAS PART 2: LEMERY BATANGAS

From our FUN BATANGAS PART 1, we head out to our next destination - A.Santos Paradise Resort in Lemery, Batangas. From Laurel to Lemery, via Agoncillo Road, its a 45 to an hour drive but since the road is under construction that time - well, it's more than an hour drive. At the end of Agoncillo Rd., turn right and the resort is only 500 meters from there. There are not many signage on the road, A.Santos is on the left side before the ice plant.

A.Santos Resort, in my opinion, is the best and affordable resort in that part of lemery beach. I reserved and deposited 50% for a Coco Lodge for P3,000 overnight, the room is basic with 2 queen beds, CR, an old aircon, a veranda and a cemented table and bench right in front of the rooms. There is a free entrance for 4 persons with the room and the rest should pay P70.00/each. They have two swimming pools and an access to the beach.The resort has a very maximize but organized space. The beach is not giving me any pleasure because its a bit crowded and the sand is dark, i never went swimming in that beach but i am looking forward to our island hopping and snorkeling in the morning.

Our Room

Not a good shot but this is the way to the pool 

The Beach

The Black Beach

The rooms and the cottages - near the beach

Ligpo Island - Snorkeling site and they also have accommodation. this is in the middle of the ocean, i can't sleep here.

This is the destination island which is part of Bauan Batangas, it's not white but the sand is a very light brown, a bit rocky but the water is clear and refreshing

This is a private resort where we pay P30.00 each for the use of their beach and shower room. No accommodations,  just for the owners.

Where we stop by to snorkel, this is also a diver's spot

We had a great time with the snorkeling and island hopping which will take 4 hours so start early, the ride alone will take 1.5 to 2 hours back and forth. The boat cost 1,800 for 10 persons. There are may boats you can rent but you can contact our boatman Kuya Michael (09394323667).

A. Santos Paradise Resort
Barangay Nonong Castro
Lemery, Batangas
http://www.asantosparadiseresort.com/

Batangas: Chateau Royale

We got a chance to have a voucher in Cash Cash Pinoy with some family friends for a 2D/1N stay in Chateau Royale for 4 with set dinner and breakfast for only P2,999.00 - a deal, right? I arranged a van rental for 2,500/day exclusive of gasoline, toll fee and driver's meal- the driver can sleep in the van just provide him a place for hygiene purposes. You can contact Kuya Ronie at 09323678217.

When we arrived at the resort, there are so many people. Why? because the rooms are still being cleaned... that's what happened when the deal is a hit- sometimes customer service is a hard job. In fairness to them, they allowed late check-out.

The resort is huge, so much space and peaceful. The log cabins are far down but there is a jeepney which goes back and forth to pick and drop-off guest. I can say that we got a good deal for P2,999 - except for the food. The dinner is disappointing, if your not on a diet- please bring some food in your room or buy some in their resto which can be a bit pricey. The lettuce is organic, it's in their greenhouse - i don't know if organic lettuce should be a bit bitter (its bitter). The breakfast is an improvement from the dinner.

Here are some pictures:

The paintball warzone and billiards

Zipline P 150.00 / Rock Climbing P 100.00

Our Log Cabin

The Swimming Pool

The Resort

A Night at Eastwood Richmonde Hotel

Lucky for us, we got a gift certificate for a 2D/1N stay with buffet breakfast for two in Eastwood Richmonde Hotel at half a price.

We dropped by 12th Avenue near Ali Mall to pick-up a customized bag for my DSLR and then we ride Rosario bound jeepney going to eastwood. Eastwood Richmonde Hotel is just beside Eastwood Mall.

The lobby of the hotel was lovely.

The view from our room (35th floor)

The view at night

Our Room- there is a bathtub, rainfall shower, hot and cold water and a blower (sorry no pictures)

The buffet breakfast

My first serving - among many hehe

The pool at the 37th floor

We had our dinner at Rufo's Tapa along Citywalk, i can't rave about it because i had a really bad headache that night. I took some burgers to our room, i think its allowed to bring food but im not sure just dont show it they dont really open your bags in the entrance. The buffet breakfast is great for me, but my hubby said it lacks variety but im not a heavy eater so its enough for me. There are finger foods, pancakes, variety of bread, omelets, salad and fruits (few). Because we check-in during the holidays, the pool's a bit crowded after breakfast but may not be on weekdays. I haven't tried the gym but it's free.

Would i try it again? For their regular rate, maybe i'll save it for a special occasion. We need to have a little bit of luxury sometimes.