Anny D.
Yelp
When you've only been to Vegas casinos, you really don't see the value for your money. For high rollers or for those penny pinchers, this place is the best!
Rooms were spacious! You initially walk into a small foyer (mudroom/shoe space). Small walk-in closet sits next to the foyer. Our room had 2 double beds. Larger than a twin. Smaller than a queen. Amenities include shampoo, conditioner, body wash, shower cap, dental kits, soap, lotion, cotton swabs, mouthwash, robes and slippers. Lots of power outlets and waters. Run out of water? Head to the casino. They got water bottles everywhere for free. Bathrooms have a large bathtub, shower and toilet with a bidet! Bidet opens and flushed automatically! So nice! Cost of room is similar to Vegas and the US, but your pesos go a long way on the casino floor.
Things to do: Variety of stores and restaurants. Ended up at an American restaurant since our kids chose the place. Fancy restaurants are very expensive compared to the ones lining the walkways, so this is a matter of funds. Fountain show played at night but not sure how often. People stand in lines to see it. Reminds me of Bellagio in Vegas. Plenty of entry points so find one that's shorter in line. Outdoor pool is free. Just be sure to register at the desk near the pool. Staff will help you set up your chairs and give you towels. We got a cabana for free since they are first come, first serve. Indoor Cove pool is paid entry.
Since we went on New Year's Eve, we browsed through the "Winter Wonderland" boutiques, which were small pop up shops from different vendors, went to the NYE event/club (?) and got some drinks and glow sticks for our kids, and watched the midnight fireworks over Manila Bay side (our room faced that way so we watched from the room). We also got a small fruit cake. Maybe for NYE?
Casino is like Vegas. Tables and slot machines. Craps, roulette, Baccarat, but I didn't see any blackjack, poker or pai gow. Slots were mostly those Chinese ones with gold coins or dragons or babies. Saw a Buffalo machine. Machines take US dollars, but we used pesos. Since the dollar is strong, playing at the casinos was a lot more fun. But it did feel like the slots are not as loose as Vegas.
Customer service was pretty good. Everyone is helpful. Not really smiling much, but if you ask for help, they'll assist you. Check in was good, but with passports, it took a long time to register each guest. Room was ready around 2 pm. Then when we went to get our keys, another staff was about to register us again but I declined. System must not be great.
Overall a place to visit again? Yes! It was still a great time for great prices!