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Christine Joy E

Relaxing but needs improvement

3.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed Jul 8, 2018via mobile
We went here on a Friday and stayed overnight in the Kalabasa room which we reserved with 50% down payment thru bank deposit and communicated thru their Facebook page. We had high expectations especially on the service because that’s mostly what’s mentioned in almost all reviews. We’ve never been more disappointed.

Cons:
- Staff in the restaurant is not aware which items from the entire menu book are available or not. We initially ordered beef with mushroom, turns out it’s not available, so I suggested to my fiance to have bbq spareribs because it has good reviews from people on the web, but staff said it would take an hour to prepare so I asked what’s readily available that we can eat right away because we’re starving, he said pork sisig, which was btw not on the menu. We decided to have it plus carbonara and it took more than 30mins for our food to be served and taste was mediocre. Even for a hungry stomach. We weren’t able to finish everything.
- Kalabasa room is small, and the mattress on the bed was just like 2 inches thick so you’ll feel the steel on the bed frame.
- Aircon inside the room is too small and we barely feel the cooling effect. We needed to request for additional electric fan, good thing it was free of charge
- There are 3 light switches inside our room, 2 of which are not working, so it was dim.
- Lots of ants inside the bathroom, no hot water, nowhere to hang clothes and towel.
- Upon reservation, it was mentioned that we can have a free tour in the farm, but no one entertained us on this, so we just took a walk by ourselves.
- Not for people who don’t like walking around on grassy fields. All amenities inside the farm needs a lot of walking.
- Left and right sounds of videoke from nearby residential area, but we didn’t hear it from inside our room, and tolerable if you’re walking around the farm or relaxing by the pool
- Poor signal, which is understandable as well if their goal is for guests to have a relaxing experience

Pros:
- They accept orders for dinner and breakfast so they can prepare ahead of time. We had a better experience on this compared to the late lunch we had after checking in.
- We had the place all by ourselves so it was indeed very relaxing.
- Beautiful place. Lots of corners for picture taking if you’re in the mood.
- Commuter friendly.
- Restrooms for public use are well maintained.

Suggestions:
- Instead of having an entire menu book with mostly unavailable foods, just utilize the chalk board and write what’s available so guests wont’t be so disapointed
- Communicate well with all the staff if there are guests checking in. It seems like only the people from Information knows we were coming.
- Ask guests ahead of time if they will have meals when they check in so preparation can be made in advance.
Date of stay: July 2018
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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      Reviewed June 21, 2018 via mobile

      Everything about Taal Maranan's Farmville is amazing. I love their pools esp the hotel pool. Their food is really affordable plus the staff are nice. We had a minor problem with the lock of our room but the management took action right away. Our room is very simple. The hotel we stayed in has a nice landscape. Perfect for yoga. Plus, you can take really good pictures for Instagram. I recommend that you stay in the hotel because the infinity pool there is exclusive for the hotel guests. I tell you, it is worth the trip. They have another pool which are for use of everyone.

      Date of stay: June 2018
      Trip type: Traveled with family
      Thank nuwilin
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      Reviewed June 19, 2018

      Room : They have a cozy yet elegant type of rooms which are affordable.
      Location: the location is somehow far from the city but I can say that the travel is worthy
      Foods: Their foods are excellent. They offer organic foods and drinks at a very reasonable price.
      Team Building: Their facilitation is very unique from the others.

      Date of stay: June 2018
      • Trip type: Traveled on business
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      Thank Katie G
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      Reviewed November 9, 2017

      Taal Maranan's Farmville Inc. is a 2½ hour drive from the heart of Makati. You can take South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) exiting at Lipa Toll Gate or via Tagaytay-Nasugbu Highway. This review covers the Glamping experience but not the villas, rooms and cottages. For those who love the outdoors, but can’t sacrifice the comforts of home, there is glamping.

      PROs:
      • Cheapest Glamping resort in Batangas.
      • Organic Farm and Table Produce. Food can be pre-ordered from the restaurant.
      • Infinity Pool
      • Extension cord provided for fans and charging of gadgets. Extra fee for additional fans.

      CONs:
      • No WIFI available.
      • No outside picnic table, chairs, umbrella and a fire ring.
      • This is near residential areas. Expect noise until 11am.
      • Common toilet and wash area is 250 meters from the camp site.
      • They have swings, seesaw and basketball court but this is not enough for children’s playground.

      Date of stay: October 2017
      Thank DanielD244
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