Unbelievable Deal! RedDoorz @ Joyce Palace Antique - San Jose de Buenavista!
Unbelievable Deal! RedDoorz @ Joyce Palace Antique - San Jose de Buenavista!
Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the, shall we say, unpredictable world of Unbelievable Deal! RedDoorz @ Joyce Palace Antique in San Jose de Buenavista. Honestly? The name alone sets a certain expectation, doesn't it? "Unbelievable Deal!" – cue the internal rollercoaster of hope and apprehension. Let's untangle this beast, shall we?
First Impressions & Getting There (The Painfully Practical Bits)
So, Accessibility: Alright, here we go. The info suggests facilities for disabled guests, but specifics are…well, let's just say you'll want to call ahead and double check everything. The devil, as they say, is in the details.
Wheelchair accessible: Let's hope so, but again, verify!
Getting Around: Ah, the practicalities. They offer Airport transfer (thank goodness!), Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Taxi service, and Valet parking. Score! This is a huge advantage - who likes wrestling for parking after a long flight?
Safety First? (Or, Did I Remember My Hand Sanitizer?)
Listen, in these times, this is paramount. Cleanliness and safety is a BIG DEAL. Here's what they say: Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Hand sanitizer, Hygiene certification, Individually-wrapped food options, Physical distancing of at least 1 meter (we'll see!), Professional-grade sanitizing services, Room sanitization opt-out available (interesting…I guess?), Rooms sanitized between stays, Safe dining setup, Sanitized kitchen and tableware items, Staff trained in safety protocol, Sterilizing equipment. Sounds…thorough. But remember, friends, actions speak louder than words.
- CCTV: CCTV is present at CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property. Good.
- Emergency equipment: Fire extinguisher, First aid kit, Smoke alarms. Check, check, check.
- Safety/security feature: Safety deposit boxes, Security [24-hour] and Smoke alarms are all present. Solid.
The Room: Your Temporary Kingdom (Or, Will I Regret This Decision?)
Okay, Available in all rooms: This is where things get personal.
- Air conditioning: Thank the heavens.
- Free Wi-Fi: YES (and Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!)
- Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless: Good options.
- Coffee/tea maker: Essential.
- Desk: Useful.
- Ironing facilities: Needed.
- Mini bar: Possibly tempting.
- Private bathroom: Obviously needed LOL.
- Satellite/cable channels: Okay entertainment.
- Shower, Separate shower/bathtub: Sweet.
- Wake-up service: If you must…
I am most interested in the Free Wi-Fi , let see if this a good deal or not.
Food, Glorious Food! (And the Potential for Stomach Turbulence)
Dining, drinking, and snacking: This is the fun part, right?
- Breakfast [buffet], Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Breakfast service, Buffet in restaurant, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop, Desserts in restaurant, International cuisine in restaurant, Poolside bar, Restaurants, Room service [24-hour], Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant. It appears they have a lot to offer.
Let's talk about the Breakfast [buffet]. I've seen buffets that are like Michelin-starred experiences…and I've seen buffets that are best avoided at all costs. I'm already imagining a lukewarm scrambled egg situation. Alternative meal arrangement and Breakfast takeaway service - good to know, especially if the buffet gives you the creeps. Oh, and Bottle of water! A godsend!
Things To Do (Besides Panic About Your Travel Itinerary)
This is where it gets… interesting.
- Pool with view, Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom, Swimming pool, Swimming pool [outdoor]: YES, YES, YES! This suggests relaxation, right???
- Body scrub, Body wrap, Fitness center, Foot bath, Gym/fitness, Massage: Ooh, the possibility of pampering! The pool with a view sounds wonderful, a perfect antidote to a hectic day!
Services & Conveniences: The Little Luxuries (Or, "Can I Get a Towel?")
This is where the hotel either shines or… flops.
- Concierge, Convenience store, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Facilities for disabled guests, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Safety deposit boxes, Smoking area, Terrace.
So, Daily housekeeping. Fingers crossed the housekeeping is decent and not a ‘hit and run’ operation.
- Contactless check-in/out: This can be bliss. Who wants to stand in line after a flight?
The Big Question: Is It a Deal Worth Believing?
Okay, so here's the messy truth: Unbelievable Deal! is a bold claim. Based on the description, there's potential. The on-site amenities (pool, spa (fingers crossed!), dining) could be a game-changer. The room details are…standard issue but functional.
My Quirky Offer (and why YOU might want to give it a shot)
Here's the deal (Unbelievable, perhaps?):
- Embrace the Adventure: Look, let's face it, travel is messy. This hotel promises a pool with a view and maybe some decent spa treatments. That alone is tempting. Plus there is Air Conditioning and daily housekeeping – a much-needed bonus!
- The Price? Hopefully it is Unbelievable .
- But wait, there's more! Make a note of this: call them up to make sure that all the Safety Protocol promises are kept and that everything is up to your standards.
Final Verdict:
This place could be a hidden gem! It could also be a slightly underwhelming experience. The amenities sound great, but the proof, as they say, is in the pudding (especially if there's pudding at the buffet!).
So, if you're feeling adventurous, Unbelievable Deal! RedDoorz @ Joyce Palace Antique might be the right place for you. Book with your eyes open, embrace the potential quirks, and tell me what you think! And if you happen to stumble upon a truly unbelievable deal, please, let me know! I'm always looking for a bargain!
Escape to Paradise: Palm Hill Pension's Jeju Island Oasis
Okay, buckle up, buttercup! This ain't your grandma's meticulously planned itinerary. This is… my itinerary, getting slapped around by the reality of RedDoorz @ Joyce Palace Antique, San Jose de Buenavista. Pray for me.
Project: Survival (and maybe a little fun) in Antique, Philippines
(Subject to change due to my legendary ability to mess things up and/or find the nearest lechon.)
Day 1: Arrival - Mild Panic and Questionable Decisions
- Morning (Approx. 9:00 AM): Arrive in San Jose de Buenavista. Okay, first off, getting here felt like an epic quest. Flights, ferries, the whole shebang. I actually missed my connecting van ride. Yeah, totally lost. So I had to find a tricycle. And, um… let's just say my bargaining skills are a work in progress. Managed to get to the RedDoorz – Joyce Palace. The name promised something, but the reality… well, we'll get to that.
- My Immediate Reaction: Whoa, the heat. Like, face-melting heat. And… is that dust? Everywhere?
- Morning (Approx. 10:00 AM): Check-in at RedDoorz. The lobby is… functional. Let's leave it at that. The staff is sweet, though, you know? Trying to be helpful. My room is basic. Very basic. But the AC works, and that's like a gift from the gods right now.
- Quirky Observation: The tiles in the bathroom are… a particular shade of beige. Like, a "beige so beige, it's questioning its very existence" kind of beige. I feel like I'm stepping into a sepia filter.
- Midday (Approx. 11:00 AM): Lunch. Okay, I'm starving. Google Maps says there's a carinderia – a local eatery – nearby. The smell of adobo is calling to me.
- Anecdote: Finding the carinderia proved a mission. I walked down a street, then another, then a third… I got super lost, and super hungry. Luckily, a local woman, who was probably a saint, saw my bewildered face and pointed me the right way. She also offered me some fresh mango! Score!!
- Emotional Reaction: The adobo… oh my god, the adobo. The perfect balance of salty, sweet, and tangy. Comfort food at its finest. I nearly licked the plate clean. Shame on my diet.
- Afternoon (Approx. 2:00 PM): Attempt to nap. The bed is… well, it's a bed. The sounds from outside are not conducive to sleep, especially the rooster who has decided to launch a full-blown dawn chorus in the middle of the afternoon.
- Messy Structure: Trying to sleep is like trying to nail jelly to a tree.
- Afternoon (Approx. 4:00 PM): Explore the town! (Maybe…) First, I need coffee. And possibly an ice cream.
- My Reaction (and Current State): Still in shock.
- Quirky Observation: The jeepneys here are works of art. Each one is a riot of color, flashing lights, and questionable slogans. I'm slightly terrified, but also admiring.
- Rambling: Oh, and the traffic. You think you know traffic? Come to the Philippines. It's a dance, a chaotic ballet of horns, bikes, and sheer willpower.
- Evening (Approx. 6:00 PM): Dinner. Probably another carinderia. I'm developing a serious addiction to this food. Need to find some local beer.
- Opinionated Language: Okay, forget "fine dining." Give me delicious, authentic, and cheap! That's the goal.
- Final Thoughts (Night): Made friends with a local woman named Lucy. She taught me a few phrases in Kinaray-a. "Maayo nga gab-i! (Good evening!)" Feel like I'm finally settling in, a little bit. This place is rough around the edges, but… somehow, I'm starting to like it. And the adobo! I'll never fully recover.
Day 2: Beaches, Breathtaking Sights, and More Adobo (Probably. Maybe…)
- Morning (Approx. 7:00 AM): Wake up! The rooster, of course, is still at it. But with a little help, I managed to actually sleep! I'm impressed.
- Morning (Approx. 8:00 AM): Breakfast. The hotel's "breakfast" is, let's be kind, basic. Seriously, it's a fried egg and a piece of bread. Luckily, the coffee is passable.
- Emotional Reaction: Honestly, I'm strangely okay with the simple breakfast. I'm embracing the "low expectations, high rewards" mentality.
- Morning (Approx. 9:00 AM): Head to the beach. I've heard Antique has some stunning beaches. I'm thinking of either Malumpati Cold Spring or Nogas Island.
- Messy Structure: Planning is hard. I'm not sure how to get there. Transportation is confusing. Let's see what adventures await!
- Midday (Approx. 12:00 PM): Found a local guide to take me to Malumpati Cold Spring. They say it's gorgeous. I'm ready. (And sweating. A lot.)
- Anecdote: Getting to Malumpati involved a tricycle ride, a jeepney ride, and a short hike. The tricycle driver had a booming laugh and told me tales of the area while we bounced along. He also gave me a random mango which was the ultimate bonus.
- Quirky Observation: The hike was muddy, and I almost fell into a ravine. Nature is both beautiful and treacherous.
- Afternoon (Approx. 2:00 PM): Malumpati Cold Spring – The Main Event! Okay, people, this place is a freaking paradise. Clear, turquoise water, lush greenery. Completely amazing. I spent hours swimming, jumping off rocks, and generally being a kid again.
- Doubling Down: This experience. This is what travel is all about. It was pure, unadulterated joy. I’d stay here forever.
- Afternoon (Approx. 5:00 PM): Heading back to the hotel, tired but euphoric. Must find food. Adobo, maybe?
- Stronger Emotional Reaction: This trip is already worth it based on Malumpati alone.
- Evening (Approx. 7:00 PM): Dinner and drinks. Found another carinderia, and, yes, they have adobo. Surprise, surprise! Also, I'm discovering the joys of San Miguel beer.
- Final Thoughts (Night): Exhausted, exhilarated, and smelling faintly of chlorine and adventure. This place is growing on me. And the adobo… it's calling to me. Always.
Day 3: The Reckoning (Departure)
- Morning (Approx. 7:00 AM): Wake up. Rooster, predictably, is still going strong. But hey, I'm getting used to it!
- Morning (Approx. 8:00 AM): Breakfast – same as yesterday. Still okay with it.
- Morning (Approx. 9:00 AM): Pack. Actually, I'm procrastinating. Don't wanna leave.
- Morning (Approx. 10:00 AM): One last wander around town. Buying souvenirs. Taking photos of the jeepneys.
- Opinionated Language: I'm going to miss this place. Seriously. All of it. The dust, the heat, the chaos, the amazing people. Even the beige tiles in the bathroom.
- Midday (Approx. 11:00 AM): Check-out. Saying goodbye to the staff, who have been incredibly kind.
- Rambling: The staff at the RedDoorz were awesome. So helpful. They made a big difference.
- Midday (Approx. 12:00 PM): Lunch. One last adobo feast!
- Afternoon (Approx. 1:00 PM): Departure. Trying not to dwell on the fact that I will have to leave this paradise for a while.
- Stronger Emotional Reactions: Goodbye, Antique. I'll be back. You have my heart (and my stomach).
- Final Thoughts: RedDoorz @ Joyce Palace Antique: Not perfect, but for the price and location, a decent place to lay your head. The real star of this trip? Antique itself. Absolutely worth the (sometimes messy) journey. And yes, I will dream of adobo.
- Post Travel Thoughts: Will definitely go back there again!
P.S. If you see a slightly sunburnt, perpetually hungry
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Okay, real talk: Did I *really* need another RedDoorz booking? My wallet's crying.
Look, don't judge me. That "Unbelievable Deal!" in the title? It tugged at my impulsive heartstrings. I saw "San Jose de Buenavista," and my brain short-circuited. Antique? Joyce Palace? My inner history nerd AND bargain hunter both squealed. Was I *rational*? Absolutely not. Am I regretting it? Mostly, I'm just curious… and praying the "Unbelievable" part wasn't a huge, giant lie. Like, the kind of lie where you show up and there's one toilet and a shared hose situation. Still… the *deal*!
Where exactly *is* this "Joyce Palace Antique"? Is it a haunted house? A time portal? Spill the tea!
Alright, geographical truth time: It’s in San Jose de Buenavista. I *think* it's near the provincial capitol. My maps app said it was "accessible." Accessible in the Philippines can mean anything from "a leisurely tricycle ride" to "a harrowing jeepney adventure followed by a spirited hike through a rice field." My fear? Haunted house? Possible. Time portal? I’m secretly hoping. Look, if I come back older and speaking fluent Latin, you'll know. Just pack a flashlight, okay? And maybe some holy water, just in case.
What can I *actually* expect from the rooms? Will I be fighting off cockroaches for a bed? Be honest.
Okay, this is where my cynicism shines. RedDoorz can be… variable. Their website's photos are usually, shall we say, *optimistic*. They seem to photograph the cleanest, most Instagram-worthy rooms. I'm bracing myself for a room that looks *mildly* similar. Expect, I’m betting, the basic necessities: a bed (hopefully not a lump of springs), a bathroom (fingers crossed it flushes), and air conditioning (please, PLEASE air conditioning! The humidity there is killer!). I'm mentally preparing for a slightly dated aesthetic. "Antique" does suggest "old", after all. And the cockroaches? I hope they’re polite and don't hog the remote.
Update post-stay: Okay, the room... well, it was *a* room. The AC worked, thank God. The bed… was a bed. Not the most comfortable, but it sufficed. The "antique" part? Let's say it had *character*. The water pressure in the shower was… a trickle. But hey, the cockroaches were mostly absent! So, a small victory! I even found a weird ant colony on the wall, they weren't aggressive. Didn't complain!
How easy is the booking process? Did I mess it up? I'm always nervous.
Booking with RedDoorz is usually pretty straightforward, thank goodness. The app is typically user-friendly... or so I tell myself. This time, I was on a weak wifi connection, and I was sure I'd accidentally booked *ten rooms*. I kept refreshing the page, panicking. Did I enter the right dates? Did I accidentally add a pet? (I don't *have* a pet!) I think I may have spent 15 minutes on the confirmation page, just double-checking. If you're like me, triple-check everything. My anxiety won't let me go until I fully check everything.
What amenities are actually *available*? Free wifi? Breakfast? A pool? (Probably not a pool...)
Alright, let's temper expectations. *Pool?* Dream on. This isn’t the Hilton. I’m going in assuming the bare minimum. Free Wi-Fi? Hoping for the best! Breakfast? Maybe. Perhaps a packet of instant coffee and a sad biscuit. Details… the website said… let's see… (scrolling aggressively) they *mention* "free toiletries." That usually means a tiny bar of soap and a sachet of shampoo that won't even cover half my hair. I'm packing my own stuff. Never trust hotel toiletries, ever.
Post stay: THERE WAS NO BREAKFAST! Okay, I expected it after all, but I still feel a little cheated! And the wifi? Intermittent at best. But hey, at least the free toiletries were... present. I didn't use them, of course.
What about food? Are there any nearby restaurants? Or am I doomed to microwave cup noodles?
Okay. FOOD. This is an important question. I always forget. I *always* underestimate my need to eat. So, I checked the map. There LOOKED to be a few local eateries nearby. I imagined myself, effortlessly strolling into a bustling little carinderia, ordering some delicious, authentic Filipino food. A perfect, idyllic scene in my head! Well, here's the real story. I arrive, starving, after a long and exhausting trip. I attempt to walk to the nearest "restaurant" (more like a corrugated iron shack). It was closed down! Then, it started raining. I got soaked, grumpy, and ended up eating that cup noodle. The most depressing food I've eaten in years! Lesson learned: RESEARCH FOOD OPTIONS *before* you arrive. And pack a snack. A big one.
What's the overall 'vibe'? Is it friendly? Is it… safe? Will I be terrified all night?
I'm a scaredy cat. I’m always a little nervous in new places. "Antique" things can be creepy! But I’m hoping for friendly. I *need* friendly. I also *need* safe. I want the staff to be helpful, even if the water pressure is nonexistent. I want to feel like they care. I need my sleep! So, my fingers are crossed for a calm atmosphere. Fingers, toes, and eyelashes crossed! The fear of this whole trip is keeping me up... oh well, whatever, I went with the deal!
Update: The staff were lovely! Like, genuinely nice. They were helpful, apologetic about the water pressure (which was sweet), and even offered me an extra towel. The security seemed decent. The hotel? It was... fine. Overall? Not terrifying! Success!
So, would you recommend Unbelievable Deal! RedDoorz @ Joyce Palace Antique - San Jose de Buenavista? The TL;DR, please!
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