We were supposed to stay with family but their room was full of stuff so that was fine, because the…read moretwo (2) choices were either The Marriott Courtyard, Richmonde Hotel (Malaysian based), or Seda (which is close to SM mall). I think Seda is a three (3) star hotel and it was a bit farther from our family member's house, so it was between Marriott and Richmonde. (Both 4 star hotels). Although the Richmonde is about 10 years old now, the recent pics looked like things were being maintained and the rooms were generally bigger than The Courtyard's. Moreover, the Richmonde was closer to our relative's home and it was slightly less expensive per night. Plus, plus, the restaurant downstairs (Granary) has an awesome breakfast buffet, which you have to gladly pay for and that was no biggie. So the die was cast and we booked it for eight (8) nights. Wow, this better be good, I thought, because we had a ton of pasalubong (that's gifts) and I wasn't in the mood for changing rooms or hotel. We requested the usual - a higher floor, mini-fridge, extra pillows, extra towels, hair dryer, etc., check, check, check!! We were promptly greeted and the porter brought our stuff upstairs and check-in was relatively easy. On the eight (8) floor, we had a view of the external space and pool, which is on the 7th floor. Yes, there were social media influencers doing their thing by the pool, making video clips and exercising. I should have brought my swim trunks and shame on me for forgetting that because the archipelago is compromised of 7,000 islands - duh!! Anyway, I really, truly enjoyed the buffet breakfast which had all my childhood memory triggering favorites such as - Tocino, Tapa, Longanisa, champorado, omelettes, cereal, yogurt, fruits, an assortment of bread and jams, cakes, brownies (Ube!!), and mediocre coffee - but the hot chocolate was decent. Not quite Carette (Trocadero) or Angelina (Jardin de Tuileres) but it was acceptable. The hotel was packed and they're making good money, there is a bahr area and that served as the overflow room for breakfast. And this was nice because it was like the Business Class section. As for the room, it was very spacious and I got to watch CNN and Fox News practically everyday. The AC was super cold, the water pressure was super strong and the water was very hot. The bed was just right (I felt like Goldilocks) and it was very quiet as the walls are really thick. The staff was very kind with the hand over their heart as they would say, "good morning," "good evening," etc. My negatives are not too brutal but here they are: - it's a tropical country so they need to have the AC on in the halls and inside the elevators. This is something to think about as they remodel the hotel for a refresh. - the coffee, just go to Starbuck's which is 20 yards away. Looking back, I had come here about seven (7) years earlier and had drinks with family and that was cool too, please see my pics. Maraming Salamat Guid Richmonde! (Thank you very much!)

During my six-day stay at Richomonde Hotel, I was consistently impressed by the staff's commitment…read moreto guest comfort. Their warm, hospitable nature was evident in their signature greeting, a respectful hand on the chest accompanied by a cheerful "good morning, good afternoon, or good evening." My stay was in a deluxe room with two single beds, buffet breakfast, wireless internet, and complimentary gym use (24 hours) and pool (7 am-8 pm). The bathroom was spacious, and I was delighted by the fancy metal button that flushed the toilet. On days when we were weary, we enjoyed the excellent room service. The infinity pool was phenomenal and clean, with fresh water, no chlorine smell, and a stunning view. They have parties at the poolside. I was privileged to experience the venue during a celebration. After waking up, I would go to the 7th floor and work out in their gym while my son did his 3-mile run on the treadmill to prepare for his first cross-country run when we returned to Southern California. They had free weights, machine weights, and two stationary bikes ( one did not work). They also had a beautiful garden to look at while we worked out. After working out, we headed to brunch. The Granary is the hotel's all-day dining restaurant. It serves various salads, bread, protein, rice, and desserts. The food is delicious, and my favorites are chicken inasal and the huge original ensaymada. I would pass on the carrot cake, though. For laundry service, I used Quelinis Laundromat. They picked up my laundry, and I paid a reasonable 200 pesos for two loads of laundry(color and white) and detergent, for a total of 415.00 pesos Monday through Sunday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. I also had two massage bookings. One was on the 7th floor; unfortunately, I booked one when they had an event on a Saturday night. Instead of relaxing, I heard the dance music as the music vibrated in my mind. But the 2nd massage was in my room. They set a wooden table in my room, where I enjoyed my massage. My only gripe in the Philippines is that they need disinfection wipes in the gym and massage area because they are not wiped down adequately. My stay at Richomonde Hotel was truly delightful, and I'm already planning my return next year! This hotel has become my new favorite spot in Iloilo, and I can't wait to experience its hospitality again.

Booked through Hotels(dot)com and it was mentioned to call the hotel the day before arriving…read more Couldn't do that because we were on a flight. So was very glad when we showed up around 12pm (2pm is check in) they were able to confirm we were there for our stay along with holding any luggage we had so we could go around a bit. Around 1:30pm we were notified we could check into our room and that was great since we wanted to freshen up! Staff was very accommodating and was able to understand my terrible Tagalog and spoke English when needed. Room was very nice and clean, we didn't realize we needed to use our hotel room key to activate the lights and power so that was nice and interesting. The bathroom was stocked with dental hygiene utilities and we even had a spray for the toilet for easy cleaning. Bed was very comfortable to sleep on and our view was of the city from the 6th floor and it was just okay nothing that interesting. Issue we ran into was the TV remote wasn't changing the volume so I had to dig into setting to figure out how to adjust it. There's no Microwave so make sure to finish any food you have or don't refrigerate it so you can have it room temp. The included Breakfast Buffet was the HIGHLIGHT of the stay, I had thought the food would be the same as the first day, but surprisingly they switched it up with other food for variety. Loved that. Food included a mix of Filipino and American food and honestly is the only best breakfast buffet I've had in Bacolod. For dinner options they feature a Roof Top Bar which included indoor and outdoor seating (Indoor for AC) The menu was mostly Tapas and a few entree dishes but for the price you're paying def get the tapa items and share among your group to get a little taste of everything. Great experience and great price, would definitely stay again when I come back to Bacolod.

Relatively comfortable hotel. Good choices in the breakfast buffet. I found a couple of dead bugs…read morein my room, hence not the highest of ratings.

I wish I had a WHOLE day (or two!) to explore this entire resort!…read more No, for real, next time I come through Bacolod, I am hiding out here for at least a couple of days! Last tourist spot to hit, we only had a few hours to spare. Hubbers, cuzzos and I opted for the hot springs, and the rest of our party went for massages. And the hot springs was enough. An hour before, we were in the bustles of the city. An hour later, it seems we're on a whole different planet. We were surrounded with nothing but the greeneries of the forest and the sounds of its residents and the nearby stream. It's a different kind of paradise. I haven't felt this relaxed in awhile! This whole resort has a lot to explore. Accommodations come in different forms: hotel, regular cottages, family cottages, etc. There's a walking path to waterfalls. Plenty of pools and a lagoon. Like I mentioned there's a massage center. Two days may not even be enough! But what a way to end our tour of Bacolod! So glad we have fam here to show us around! Definitely looking forward to coming back!

I thought the rope course at Campuestohan was hard work. Well, climbing up a mountain to see and…read moreswim in the falls was harder. My cousin (Megan), best friend (Jani) and I were smart enough to do the trekking first. Our aunt had told us that we had to see the falls. So off we went to see the falls. The guide told us that it would take us one hour to get to the falls. I thought that climbing up would be easy. It wasn't. I also thought that the first falls we saw was the legit one. It wasn't. There are six small falls you pass before you get to the one you can swim in. After an hour of dragging ourselves up to the falls, the only thing we could say was, "Worth it!" This resort has other things to do as well. There's a spa. You know, after trekking, you can relax here. There's a food court if you're too lazy to bring your own food. They have many swimming pools. Some are hot. Others are cold (unless a kid starts peeing in the pool). There's a lagoon for boating. They also have a slide for life which is pretty cool. They also have a canopy walk in which you walk through the resort a number of feet from the ground. I suggest that you bring a car when you go to this resort. It's big! And for those who aren't really into trekking or outdoor activities, your body will hurt and it's hard to walk around from one activity to the next. Take a car. Also, reserve early. There are huts for the day and there are rooms for night. Plan which activities you want to go to and which you can forgo. But if I were you, I'd make it a point to go up to see the falls.

If you could only pick one tourist spot to see in Negros Occidental, consider this place!…read more They call it The Ruins because well... it's ruined! But done so beautifully! I can only imagine how magnificent it must have been during its heydays! It's another story of a man's testament of love to his wife who died during child birth. Don Mariano Lacson built this beautiful structure in memory of his wife, Maria Braga Lacson who died while giving birth to their 8th child. According to our tour guide (and a bit of research) during WWII, Filipino guerrillas set the mansion ablaze to deter the Japanese forces from using it as some kind of headquarters. The house was blazing for three days because of the exceptional type of wood used in the structure. What's left of the house is the structure you see now. It's still currently maintained by Lacson's heirs. It is also available to rent for private events. Imagine the photographs! There is an entrance fee - it's affordable. There's also a restaurant on the grounds, so if you happen to need sustenance, it's available. It really is an architectural wonder! If at anytime you're in the area, make a stop! It'll be worth it!

My first attempt in visiting this place was it was closed for an event, however, they do have a…read morefacebook page where you can see those updates in any closures they might have - that i didnt know. Now i do! Anyways, so they have a parking lot for small and large vehicles. There also is an entrance fee for each person. It is a self-guided tour with notes on each artifact. There is a restaurant on site with both indoor and outdoor seating. There are stairs, but there is no second level - that was burned down during the War - all that is explained as well on one of the placards throughout the venue. Just the sheer size and how this was meticulously designed was the real marvel of this structure. Its really a sight to see. its not just a building - it was made out of love, and inspired by travel. This is a must-visit for both locals and foreigners.

Score in between 2 to 3 stars…read more Location far from the city. Noisy neighbors. Just realized that the hotel is in a bar district. From midnight till 6am, loud music is still on. So requesting for a quiet room for accommodation is impossible. Room is spacious. Dirty shower curtain, faucets, knobs and torn bed linens. Water pressure is strong. Don't like the toilet seat. Doesn't look like it's ideal to be used in a hotel room. Hotel staff are friendly. The front desk people just need a little gracefulness when speaking to Guests in person or over the phone Booked via agoda. Just realized that I should have changed the rate from dollar to peso. I was overcharged when paying in foreign currency. Taxis on standby outside the hotel. Just across the street is mo2 bar, citimall, bowling alley and some grocery stores. Free toiletries in our room. No water.

Overall a good place to stay. Location is central to many Iloilo businesses & services. This was…read moreour wedding venue and we also stayed a few days after the ceremony. On premises restaurant serves good food, but order accuracy can be a problem even when they repeat your order back to you. Several times we decided on what we wanted based on the menus they place in every room, just to be told what we wanted was not available. ‍‍ So we start the "What do you want to eat?" conversation all over again. The food that we have gotten has been good though. Our rooms were clean and comfortable with only the AC lacking somewhat in being able to keep up with cooling our room. Overall a good choice for this area.

My mother in law booked this place for us during our stay in Bacolod to visit my husband's side of…read morethe family in the Philippines. I was amazed by the hotel entrance lobby, it's very posh looking. Classic black and white floor tile with tropical plants, other ornate decorations of glass and wood, and gold and orange accent pieces. Our room has been comfortable, AC of course keeps the room cool . They also provided a pack and play portable bassinet for us which is great for our toddler. We availed of their laundry service. We just dropped off our laundry to the front desk and we requested for same day delivery which was dropped off back to our room when it was done later in the evening. Such an awesome convenience especially when we packed very lightly for this short trip. I think they also have a venue/ reception hall. One evening there was a celebration/ party being thrown and it was just a minor disturbance as it was right next to our bedroom. The noise, if a party is being thrown, might be trouble for some. They have a restaurant as well in the lobby called the "VUE". You can order your breakfast the night before with either Filipino , American options and kids breakfast options offered as well. No complaints here. So far it's been very comfortable. Love the decor and the conveniences offered.

This is probably the best hotel in Iloilo. It's conveniently located, connected to SM City…read more There's a nice outdoor pool next to the outdoor bar.