Top 15 Reasons Why You Should Chose El Masfino Hotel & Resort in San Rafael Bulacan

Just an hour and half further north from Metro Manila is El Masfino Hotel & Resort.  It is located in Coral na Bato, San Rafael, Bulacan inside Royal Northwoods Golf and Residential Estates and El Masfino Country Club.   It used to be a private luxury hotel and resort but now it is open to public.

Let me give you my top 10 reasons why you should chose to go to El Masfino Hotel & Resort among all other options.


1. Reasonable Day Tour Rates
El Masino's day tour packages is as low as 200 php per person.

2. Friendly Staff

The staffs are friendly and happy to serve.

3. Spacious and Beautiful Interiors

Aside from being spacious, the interiors are sophisticated.  This is from the lounge area.

4. Refreshing Lush Greens

Free yourself from the city smog and enjoy the beautiful landscapes as your breath fresh air at El Masfino.

See how well maintained the it is.  There are so many places where you can take your time to relax and meditate.

You can sit and read a book by this man-made pond.

If you're into photography, there are lots of opportunities to practice.

Among all the shots I took, this is my favorite.  What do you think?

Here's a quick tour of our caddy ride around the place.

 5. Luxurious Accommodation

With only 20 rooms and with luxury room rates, El Masfino Hotel guarantees its guest with a comfortable privacy.

During our stay, it was very quiet and peaceful.

Deluxe Room

The room is very clean.

The snack bar is complete with  kettle, utensils and fridge.

Our terrace had a nice view of the lush greens surrounding the pool.

The rest room is very spacious. 

I like that the floors are anti-slip.

Suite Room

6. Long Jogging Trail

You can wake up early in the morning and jog at their long trail.  For sure you will enjoy the scene.

7. Free Cart Ride

Although walking is healthy, you can also opt to ride by cart to different parts of the place.

7. You Can Sing Your Heart Out

You can sing your heart out and have some fun with your companions at their Videoke Room.

8. Lots of Pool Actitivies

For real swimmers, they have a lap pool.  For those who want to have some water fun, they have a wave pool, raging river and pool side basket.

They have a kiddie pool area that is only 2 feet with splashing fountain.

You can also rent native hunts (cabanas).  There re also shower areas.

9. Forest-Like Picnic Area

After a swim, it is a perfect idea to grill some barbecue at their barbecue grill area and eat in this cool and shaded area.

10. Kiddie Playground

Whether you are a kid or kid at heart, here's a kiddie playground for you.  Parents can leave their kids here as they prepare meals or take a stroll.

11. You Can Rent a Dune and Buggy Trail

You can rent a bike or dune buggy as an excellent group outdoor activities.

12. Play Volleyball

Test team coordination by having a friendly game of volleyball.  This is great for team building.

13. Conquer the Obstacle Course

For corporate outings and other team building activities, they have an extensive obstalce course.

These look easy but its quite challenging.

THe courses will test your balance, stamina, intelligence, team work and more.

I bet it's a fulfilling feeling when you reach the finish point.

14. Play Golf

If you know a member of the Royal Northwoods and El Masfino Country Club, you can play golf.

Some members actually opt to stay at El Masfino for convenience too.

They have an 18-hole golf course.

15. Sports and Souveneir Shops

Thinking of last minute shopping, they have sport and souveneir shops within the compound.  Some of the items were on sale when I checked.

So there you have it, my top 15 reasons to stay at El Masfino Hotel and Resort.  

El Masfino Hotel & Resort
Hotel Address	Coral na Bato, San Rafael, Bulacan, Philippines
Contact	(632) 542-9537 | 542-9150	Reservation Required	Yes
Payment Options	Cash	Public Transport	Bus, Tricycle
Room Types	Room Amenities		Price
Deluxe Room	• Good For 2 Persons • 2 Queen-size bed • Hot/cold water /shower • 24 hrs. cable TV / In-house movie channels • Air-conditioned • Safety deposit box • Free Wifi • Mini ref. • With free breakfast		5,124 php
General Amenities	•Pool	Parking	Yes
Travel Tripsters Hotel Review Rating		El Masfino Hotel & Resort Map
Location	★★★
Room Comfort	★★★★
Cleanliness	★★★★
Service	★★★★
Price	★★★

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Bataan's 75th Araw ng Kagitingan Grandest Pyrotechnics at Pilar Bataan (Photo Blog)

This year is a special year for Bataan.  Not only is it special because it it the 75th Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor), it is also the first time ever that it will have the Grandest Pyrotechnics.

How fortunate of Bataan to have Japanese Kenji Mori sponsor a 25-minute long with75,000-shot of Dragon Fireworks into the night sky.

I was steaed on the VIP section by the stage with a huge LED screen that practically blocked most of the fireworks view.

For those lucky enough to watch the fireworks display entirely, there was a combination of fountains on the ground and more fireworks flew in the sky.

It was amazing!

This is actually my first time to watch a pyrotechnics. 

I was so amazed!!! I can't believe that I could watch something as extravagant for free.

I took the chance to try for the Firework Photography.

Though I have to admit that for such a long firework display, you can't really capture everything by photographs alone. 

Most of the spectators caught the show on video. 

But some who were eager to join the photography contest like me, opted to take fun shots.

I didn't win like my companions.  But, it was still tons of fun.

It was so beautiful that you won't realize that you've been staring up for almost 25-minutes already.

Congratulations Bataan for a well-executed event.

Although I think this can still be improved but for a first time and free event, not bad right?

Can't wait for next year!

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