In their website, they show nice pictures of their front desk, pool and rooms...that's why I booked not one but two rooms.
The other room was ok but mine was foul smelling when I entered. The excuse was they sprayed an air fresher, but smells like dirty laundry? Nice choice. anyways, I let the back door open so the bad smell will eventually go away.
Internet connection is so bad. It will just ruin your day trying to catch the wifi signal. I wasn't able to do my web check in for my return flight because there was no wifi signal from day 1 up to 3 days of our stay. their internet is always off line. They should change their internet provider.
Its a mistake for me to book at this hotel. The location is far from the city proper. It costs php 40-50 a ride to sm department store and up to Php 80-100 to Robinson's mall.
Previously, I was booked at Go Hotel. It is conveniently located a few meters from Robinson's Mall, the New Market. The Acacia hotel is not accessible to public transportation (jeepney, tricycle and taxis). I wish we stayed more at Go Hotel. I find it a struggle trying to negotiate with the tricycle drivers for how much they charge for the rides out of the hotel. Taxis are rare, unless you use a grab taxi app. But with no wifi...good luck finding one.
Breakfast was simple. It's already 6am and the kitchen staff is not yet ready to cook the eggs. The waffles and pancakes need a new recipe. Lettuce salad is soaked in ice. The soup vessel was empty. Coffee was good. The Breakfast jam is around 7-8am, so the dining area can be crowded. To avoid the crowd, there is an option for you to eat later or request room service.
Check out was fast. My php 1,000 room deposit was refunded. Arranged for a free airport shuttle service. It starts at 8am, and occurs every 2 hours. Outside their suggested time, php 300 is the charge for the shuttle service. The Palawan international airport is like 10-20 minutes from the hotel.
For foreigners, Acacia Hotel is a nice place to stay because it has a homey feel. Airy breeze at night. Nice tree lightings. The ambiance at night makes you feel like you're in a beach resort, less the sand. read more