Le Charme Suites, Subic
Roughly three hours away from Manila, Subic is a quick escape from the busy metro. Subic is unassuming and relaxed but modern with a variety of activities from shopping to water adventures.
But the array of hotel options are not as diverse as I would hope. Finally, the saturated Subic hotel scene has been spruced up with Le Charme Suites taking it a notch higher.
The actual size of the hotel is not apparent at first glance, you may see a low rise building covered in a hue of white standing right next to the Duty Free but it isn't until you get inside that you get to have a good idea of how spacious the hotel really is.
Le Charme Suites has an unarguably larger space than most of the hotels we might have been used to, even the elevators could exaggeratedly pass as a room, and there's a good reason for that.
Subic is a popular destination for Triathlons and sport events and so to cater to the athletic guests who carries with them their gears like bicycles and boards, Le Charme Suites made sure there were enough space everywhere. A bike rack is even available in-room.
The hotel also keeps up with the latest technology available for the hospitality industry. Room switches are unlike the traditional, Le Charme Suites do no disturb sign or lighting are settings you can play with on the touch screen monitors.
The bed and linens felt high in thread count without the irritating static feel from the sheets that usually pulls my leg and arm hairs. The pillows were all smooth to the skin that a deep slumber becomes inevitable.
Breakfast, although wasn't buffet type was served in generous portions with a highly sumptuous list of choices fit for the western and Filipino taste buds.
The ambiance is soothing with an enough amount of daylight that boosts such an energetic vibe. This place is one of my favorite spots in the hotel.
Other than starting the day right with a hearty breakfast, Teppan 101 is also located just below the building. Teppan 101 offers a variety of comfort food that we are all familiar with. The Asian fusion of Japanese, Chinese and Filipino cuisine, available in one sitting makes the entire Teppan 101 experience worth it.
With the chef cooking your dish in front of you, that's cherry on top and an assurance that you only get a freshly cooked course. Pair it up with the nearby Naicha milk tea, you are off to a great day.
But what really is unrivaled with Le Charme Suites is a roof top oasis with a spectacular view of the silent city and the the lush greenery it is surrounded with boasting that resort vibe with a touch of Middle Eastern flair.
