Tagbilaran City Hotel Tips by nodarcdam

BOHOL TROPICS RESORT: ONE OF THE BEST HOTELS IN BOHOL

The first time I went to Tagbilaran City in 2000, I stayed at Bohol Tropics Resort and I would say that it is one of the best hotels in Bohol. The rooms are of the cabana type and designed to mix native and continental atmosphere. The structure is concrete but from the outside, the roof is made of nipa huts and the windows and doors are laced with capiz. The rooms are big with big beds, tv/cable and nice bathrooms.

It has restaurants but the one overlooking the sea and right above the swimming pool is my favorite.

Surprisingly there was no remarkable change in room rates from the time I first checked in. The rate starts at P1,500 a day and could reach up to P2,500

Unique Qualities: Nice view of the sea, very clean, well manicured lawn and big rooms

Address: Graham Avenue, Tagbilaran City

Comparison: about average

Directions: Right in front of Iglesia ni Cristo. From the pier, take the first road left (Graham) and it is right after the Petron Oil depot. From the airport, take the first road right, then left (Graham) and right after La Roca hotel

Price: US$20-40

Theme: Hotel

TAVER'S PENSION HOUSE: LESS EXPENSIVE HOTELS/INNS II

Taver's Pension House is located at Remolador Street, Tagbilaran City. it is smaller than Criscentville but relatively newer. The rooms have ample space with basic facilities and amenities. It has a hot and cold water but there is no telephone inside the room. It is also near BQ mall and if you fancy grilled food or drink beer, it is very near the food stalls which is called "Teritoryo". The rates start at P600 a day.

Unique Qualities: The best thing about this pension house is the price.

Address: Remolador Street, Tagbilaran City

Comparison: less expensive than average

Directions: It is behind behind PMI College. When you see Mercury Drug, take the Del Pilar Street, then the next block, turn right.

Price: less than US$20

Theme: Pension/Guesthouse

CRISCENTVILLE PENSION HOUSES: LESS EXPENSIVE HOTELS/INNS I

There are numerous inns, pension houses and small hotels in Tagbilaran City which are reasonably priced. These are for those who would stay out exploring the other towns of Bohol and just use the inns and hotels as sleeping quarters.

Criscentville Pension House is located at Gallares Street, Tagbilaran City. It occupies the three floors of teh 4 storey building. One side of the building faces the Tagbilaran Strait and has a good view of the sunset and the other side has a good view of the City. It has a KTV bar at the first floor and the fourth floor. It is near BQ Mall and a lot of shops nearby. The rooms have ample space with basic facilities and amenities. It is advisable to check the room first as the inner rooms have dead spots which will render your cellular phones inutile. The room rates start at P600.

Unique Qualities: The best thing about this pension house is the price.

Address: C. Gallares Street, Tagbilaran City

Comparison: less expensive than average

Directions: It is located at the south western side of the city which is near the Tagbilaran Strait. It is near the St. Joseph Cathedral and the corner of Gallares St. and Torralba St. Near Mc Jac

Price: less than US$20

Theme: Pension/Guesthouse

METRO CENTRE, TAGBILARAN CITY: YOU WONT RUN OUT OF PLACE TO STAY IN TAGBILARAN

When travelling in Bohol, the best place to stay is in Tagbilaran City, the capital of Bohol Province. There are a lot of hotels, inns and pension houses in Tagbilaran City. One of the best hotels is Metro Center along C.P. Garcia Avenue. It has complete facilities and amenities of a good hotel. The service is commendable. Just like any place in Bohol, the hotel personnel is generally friendly and helpful. it is situated near the market, BQ Mall and other establishments for personal provisions. This hotel is highly recommended for those who want an above average accomodation. it is, however, advisable to book one's stay two weeks before the intended stay as the hotel and better inform the hotel if you are a smoker as they have limited rooms for smoking.

The rate per day

P1,250 for standard room
P1,450- 1,700 for superior rooms
P1,950- 2,400 for de luxe room

Unique Qualities: The hotel room is comfortable with hot and cold water. The hotel has business center and leisure/recreation facilities. It has a 24 hour restaurant and it has a disco/ktv.

Address: C. P. Garcia Avenue, Tagbilaran City

Comparison: more expensive than average

Directions: It is along the main road, near the market and the BQ Mall.

Price: US$20-40

Theme: Hotel

Website: http://www.metrocentrehotel.com