Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle: Convenient Four Star Hotel Stay (Manila)

De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde Manila is one of the top institutions in the country for its The School of Hotel, Restaurant and Institution Management.  What many do not know however, is that it also has its own four-star hotel:  Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle.

Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle is located in Arellano Avenue, Corner Estrada St, Malate, Manila, Metro Manila.

The hotel is strategically located that it is only a few minutes away from:

• Malate - tourist center of Manila
• Makati - Philippine's central business district
• Airport - NAIA terminal 1, 2 and 3
• Convention Centers: World Trade Center, PICC, SMX 
• Malls: Harisson Plaza, Mall of Asia, Robinsons Place Manila, SMManila, Greenbelt, Glorietta, Century Mall, SM Jazz Mall and A Venue Mall

Although it is a big building with many floors, the hotel area only occupies the 1st, 11th, 12th and roof deck.  The rest is dedicated for labs.

All rooms are equipped with an advance proximity card door lock system, electronic doorbell, DO not disturb (DND) and make-up room indicator.   For added security, the proximity card is also required for elevator use.

Deluxe Queen

As you can see the room is very nice.  The queen size bed comes with a soft duvet bed linen, two super soft pillows and two extra pillows.  There is an extra loft which is even softer than the bed.  The carpeted floors are clean.  There are multiple lamps with appropriate switches.  There is even a minimal night light which I really appreciate.

There's a work desk with lamp, telephone, tea and coffee with electric kettle.  For laptop use and gadget charging, their electric socket is compatible for 110v and 220v so no need for adapters.

I find the TV as an important aspect of a hotel stay.  I like turning it on just for a more comfortable vibe especially when I'm alone so it doesn't feel too quiet.   The 40-inch LED TV gives a superb viewing experience.

There's a fridge, more than adequate drawers, a huge closet with an electronic safe and iron with ironing board and hangers.

The bathroom is also spacious.  I found the sliding door with mirror to be innovative and functional.

The towel rack has a complete set of hand, face and body towels for two.

There is also a complete set of toiletries.

Roof Deck

One of the best hotel facility you can avail is the swimming pool at the roof deck.  It has a scenic view of the sun set and Makati City.

Also located at the roof deck is Vatel Restaurant - a French restaurant run by students.  This is required by Institut Vatel since it has a tie up with De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde School of Hotel, Restaurant and Institution Management.

Complimentary Breakfast

At Cafe Romancon located at the ground floor of Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle is where you can claim your welcome drinks and the sumptuous complimentary breakfast buffet.  It also provides a free daily news paper so I did my morning routine of reading the newspaper after breakfast.

Although choices are limited, they are filling and satisfying.  There's the usual Filipino breakfast fare like hotdog, other items including a soup dish, fresh fruits, pastries and cheese.

Cereal lovers especially kids will be delighted with their cereal selection.

Sneak Peak of Other Rooms

Presidential Suite

I was also able to check out the other rooms available.  Out of the hotel's 49 rooms, there is only one Presidential Suite.

Aside from the spacious bed room and walk-in closet with dresser, it has a huge bath tub.

One Bedroom Suite

The special feature of this room is the glass-walled bathroom.  Don't worry, there are blinds if you prefer privacy.

Superior Twin

Apart from the Presidential Suite and Dormitory area, the room sizes are standardized at 30 sqm.  Only the beds varied.

PWD Standards Compliant

There are also two rooms allocated for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs).

Dorm Room

One thing I found unique is the dormitory.  For as low as 1,500, dorm guests can enjoy in this bed with work space and also avail of the complimentary breakfast.  This is the female dormitory.  I found the male dormitory to be a bit spacious.  To avail, it requires a minimum of 8.

For this 64 sqm. room specially made for groups there's a twin toilet and shower area.

Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle
Hotel Address	Arellano Avenue, Corner Estrada St, Malate, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Contact	(632) 230-5230	Reservation Required	Yes
Payment Options	Cash	Public Transport	Jeep, Taxi
Room Types	Room Amenities		Published Price
Superior Twin	• Complimentary Buffet Breakfast • Complimentary Mini Bar • Complimentary Welcome Drinks • Complimentary In-room tea & coffee facilities • Complimentary Daily Local newspaper • Free Hotel-wide WIFI access (200mbps) • Free local calls • Complimentary use of Gym and Swimming Pool • 40" LED Smart Cable TV • In-room safety deposit box • Hair Dryer • Electronic Bell, DND and make-up room buttons • Duvet bed linen • Built-in bedside reading lights • Waffle design bathrobe and slippers •  Advance proximity card door lock system		3,500 php
Deluxe Queen	• Complimentary Buffet Breakfast • Complimentary Mini Bar • Complimentary Welcome Drinks • Complimentary In-room tea & coffee facilities • Complimentary Daily Local newspaper • Free Hotel-wide WIFI access (200mbps) • Free local calls • Complimentary use of Gym and Swimming Pool • 40" LED Smart Cable TV • In-room safety deposit box • Hair Dryer • Electronic Bell, DND and make-up room buttons • Duvet bed linen • Built-in bedside reading lights • Waffle design bathrobe and slippers • Advance proximity card door lock system		3,500 php
Deluxe King	• Complimentary Buffet Breakfast • Complimentary Mini Bar • Complimentary Welcome Drinks • Complimentary In-room tea & coffee facilities • Complimentary Daily Local newspaper • Free Hotel-wide WIFI access (200mbps) • Free local calls • Complimentary use of Gym and Swimming Pool • 40" LED Smart Cable TV • In-room safety deposit box • Hair Dryer • Electronic Bell, DND and make-up room buttons • Duvet bed linen • Built-in bedside reading lights • Waffle design bathrobe and slippers • Advance proximity card door lock system		2,100 php
Dormitory	•  Complimentary Buffet Breakfast •  Free Hotel-wide WIFI access (200mbps) •  Complimentary use of Gym and Swimming Pool •  Electronic Bell, DND and make-up room buttons •  Built-in bedside reading lights •  Advance proximity card door lock system		1,800 php per bed (minimum of 8)
One Bedroom Suite	• Complimentary Buffet Breakfast • Complimentary Mini Bar • Complimentary Welcome Drinks • Complimentary In-room tea & coffee facilities • Complimentary Daily Local newspaper • Free Hotel-wide WIFI access (200mbps) • Free local calls • Complimentary use of Gym and Swimming Pool • 40" LED Smart Cable TV • In-room safety deposit box • Hair Dryer • Electronic Bell, DND and make-up room buttons • Duvet bed linen • Built-in bedside reading lights • Waffle design bathrobe and slippers • Advance proximity card door lock system		6,000 php
Presidential Suite	•  Complimentary Buffet Breakfast • Complimentary Mini Bar • Complimentary Welcome Drinks • Complimentary In-room tea & coffee facilities • Complimentary Daily Local newspaper • Free Hotel-wide WIFI access (200mbps) • Free local calls • Complimentary use of Gym and Swimming Pool • 40" LED Smart Cable TV • In-room safety deposit box • Hair Dryer • Electronic Bell, DND and make-up room buttons • Duvet bed linen • Built-in bedside reading lights • Waffle design bathrobe and slippers • Advance proximity card door lock system		12,000 php
General Amenities	•Gym •Pool	Parking	Yes
Travel Tripsters Hotel Review Rating		Hotel Benilde Maison De La Salle Map
Location	★★★
Room Comfort	★★★★
Cleanliness	★★★★
Service	★★★★
Price	★★★★

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Seorabeol Grand Leisure Hotel: Value for Money Accomodation in Subic Zambales

Because work continuous even for the summer, many of us from Metro Manila try to squeeze in a quick summer escapade to nearby beach areas.  If you have Subic Zambales in mind then Seorabeol Grand Leisure Hotel might just be the accommodation you are looking for.

Located at Waterfront Road in Subic Bay, going to the beach is as easy as crossing the street.  It is also near most restaurants and bars.

Seorabeol Grand Leisure Hotel has a beautiful and well-air-conditioned lobby.  You can enjoy lounging in this area where the free WiFi is strongest.

The hotel is bigger than it looks from the facade.  There are rooms near the lobby and extended to the pool area totaling 53 rooms in total.

While, most rooms like ours will require passing by the outdoor pool.  Not a problem for us though as the WiFi reaches even this area and even our rooms.  The staffs are very courteous and more than willing to accommodate your requests.

Family Room (With Breakfast)

Our room is very clean and spacious at 65 sqm with 3 Queen-Sized Bed.  The price is more than reasonable at below 1 thousand pesos (20 USD) per person even with an additional charge for extra bedding.  There's a cable TV and fridge.

The room has more than adequate outlets for recharging.  There's a safety deposit box inside the cabinet.

There's even an cozy loft area.  Although I personally prefer the lobby area which is more classy.
There's a window for a natural light source but no view.

Toiletries and a bottled water is free for each guest.

There's a a shower with heater and bath tub but no bubble bath soap so bring your own.  Toilet has no bidet.

The hallways to our rooms offers a good pool view.  However, because of the intense heat, you cannot stand staying there during day time. 

Pool Area

The pool area is surrounded by the hotel building with some greeneries that works as a semi-shield against the direct rays of the sun.  The pool is very cool and clean.

The pool is open from 8 am to 10 pm which life guard being visibly present.

Swimming attire is encouraged but not to worry if you don't have one because they have some for sale.

Breakfast Buffet

I'm told that if they have many guests, the complimentary breakfast comes in the form of breakfast buffet served at Nicco's Restaurant.

Breakfast is served as early as 6:30 am up to 10 am.

Since Seorabeol Grand Leisure Hotel is the sister company of Subic Pearl Hotel and Terrace Hotel, the breakfast selection for all three are basically the same. 

So here's my breakfast plate.  Food is so-so they have tocino, hash brow, corned beef, scrambled eggs, fruits and refillable coffee.

Overall, we Travel Tripsters would recommend Seorabeol Grand Leisure Hotel for your value for money kind of accommodation when you want to stay in Subic Zambales.
 

Seorabeol Grand Leisure Hotel
Hotel Address	Lot MC-9 Waterfront Road, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Subic, Zambales, Philippines
Contact	(6347) 252-2765	Reservation Required	Yes
Payment Options	Cash	Public Transport	No
Room Types	Room Amenities		Price
Family Room with Breakfast	• Good For 6 Persons • 3 Queen-size bed • Hot/cold water / bathtub / shower • 24 hrs. cable TV / In-house movie channels • Air-conditioned • Safety deposit box • Free Wifi • Mini ref. • With free buffet breakfast		Around 6,000 php
General Amenities	•Pool	Parking	Yes (Very Limited)
Travel Tripsters Hotel Review Rating		Seorabeol Grand Leisure Hotel Map
Location	★★★★
Room Comfort	★★★★
Cleanliness	★★★★
Service	★★★★
Price	★★★★

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