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Tamblot Extension Cogon District | Tagbilaran City, 6000, Philippines
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Vest Pension House
Ranked #10 of 30 hotels in Bohol Island
4.0 of 5 stars 68 Reviews
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Brisbane, Australia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“A happy stay and tour experience”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

Hello guys, it was a happy experience during our stay in this pension house. Me and my husband loved the people there, they really took good care of us. Plus a very nice experience on our tours. Especially our tour driver kuya jun, whom my husbane loves to talk with they're like long time friends. What I love about these people coz after the end of the day of our tour they will always ask if enjoyed our tour. Definitely yes, especially my husband he looks like a kid while standing on that banca ride and getting crazy on our snorkeling getting into that deep water which is a diving site. I was scared of him telling him off to get off from there but he's a good swimmer anyway. But I have to take him back safely lol as what I've promised to his family here in Australia.
We got a deluxe room, the room wasn't that big but we already expected what we're getting. At least they have a phone and a nice cold aircon. I love the reception ladies especially the one in the early morning shift felt bad for waking them up at 4:30 am for breakfast esp that she's pregnant I think. But I did say sorry if I wake them up so early. They serve our tuna sandwich breakfast then we've had before we left.
We're so glad that we booked our tours with you guys. After our stay with you for 3 nights, we stayed at the Lost Horizon Resort and booked a deluxe room with a huge balcony and bathroom and facing the pool but me and my husband we're disappointed. No phone, lacks security and restaurant service was bad. They're even telling me in fb that I'm a filipina I should know better how the hotels work in our country. There seem to be a discrimination here, so what if I'm a filipina I'm still a guest and they should treat customers fairly. I was even disappointed coz I was the one who booked this resort for my husband but he wasn't happy about it. They really lack communication with staff and customers and so with management.
But with you guys, we're definitely coming back next time maybe with some more family and friends. Thanks a lot for a good holiday!

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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Cagayan de Oro, Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
1 review
“Quiet and comfortable....”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

It was our first time in Bohol and the people will welcome your with big smile and warmth greetings from their hearth. That was the experience we have with Vest Pension House. The place is located far enough from the busy and noisy street of Tagbilaran. A peaceful ambiance you will experience. The room is huge for the three of us and its just right for the budget. Thank to all the staff of Vest Pension House...You're simply the best.....

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Manila, Manila, Philippines
1 review
“Nice place to stay . . .”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

Friendly staff, nice breakfast, great customer service!

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Zurich, Switzerland
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Only if you are a budget traveller”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012
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The location is in the city of Tagbilaran, good if you are planning tours in the island. To Alona Beach it's a longer ride, around 30-40 minutes with Tricycle and costs 200 - 300 P, so affordable if you don't find anything closer.

The room is generally "clean", but old and damaged furniture, budget style - okay for that price. But the ants in the bathroom were definitely not okay! Especially when there were more and more. Wi-Fi is free but sometimes it doesn't really work well. I was just happy to get out of this after 3 nights!! Without the ants it's okay but this was not what I wanted.

The ony positive aspect was the stuff. Totally friendly and helping, thumbs up!

Breakfast is more or less the same choice of 5 dishes. Don't expect much, then it's okay. For 3 nights it's fine. You can have continental breakfast with toast, butter, eggs or filipino with rice and beef.

So to sum it up: if you are a backpacker and only need a place to sleep and taking a shower, this is okay and service is great. If you are looking for really clean rooms and have a certain standard, spend more money and take something else! I definitely won't come back. (but I must say I'm more used to 4 or 5 * hotels)

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled solo
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Baguio City, Philippines
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
“warm front desk”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2012

The pick up from the pier was on time and free. We had a 2-night reservation but unfortunately, when my husband and I got there, they only reserved 1 night for us, and they were fully booked for the following night. The breakfast was okay. The room however had an unpleasant smell. The shower was terrible, it's hot for 1 minute, then it's real cold for the next 10 minutes, making it hard to take a good, hot shower. The sink in the bathroom was so far at the corner, making it inconvenient to brush your teeth, and the drainage is bad. The air-conditioning unit was difficult to manage. It is directed towards the beds. What we liked the most was the warmth of the front desk. And I think that's it.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Address: Tamblot Extension Cogon District | Tagbilaran City, 6000, Philippines
Price range (per night):* INR1,568 - 2,576

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