January 13, 2015

Staycation:Canyon Cove

I’ve been meaning to visit Canyon Cove but because of the mixed reviews that I’ve read, I was hesitant to reserve a room. Last May, my husband’s team building was in Canyon Cove and he wanted to celebrate his birthday there.

He called the resort to reserve but unfortunately, there’s no more room available so we spent his birthday in Bellevue. We tried reserving after two months but we had the same fate so I celebrated my birthday in Crimson Hotel. By the way, you can also book Canyon Cove in Nasugbu, Batangas with Traveloka.

 Again after two months, my friend messaged me that she saw a promo in Metrodeal, P2999 only for overnight stay in Canyon Cove. I told her that I don’t have MetroDeal account and I can’t use my credit card yet. She said, siya na bahala. 

 Read: My Credit Card was Hacked

My friend bought two vouchers and we decided to use them last November, the problem is I have to reserve the voucher in IndochinaStrings and I’ve read a lot of bad reviews so I was really worried na baka masayang yung bili namin. Checking the calendar, I can’t see any weekend anymore for November and December. 

 Almost everyday ko yata siya check until I saw the available schedule for November 23 so I immediately told my friend about it and nagkasundo na kami na absent anak namin ng November 24. Lol I just followed the process in booking the Metrodeal voucher, I was worried pa nga because I reserved the room November 19, so baka di maprocess but after few hours I received our confirmation. Yehey, this is it! 

After my long introduction, sharing with you our staycation in Canyon Cove. We were there at 12NN so the lobby was crowded so pinatapos namin lahat ng nagcheck-out bago kami pumila. 

We just gave the confirmation letter, MetroDeal voucher, and valid ID, the staff handed me this gadget. Nung napapatagal na, iniisip ko kung gumagana ba talaga yun. Lol But I can’t complain because I’m aware that check-in time is 3PM and our room was ready before 2PM. 

Room and bathroom. 


Tooth care set, cotton buds, and sewing kit are available upon request.

We rested for a while and off we went to the swimming pool at 4PM. 

Then we had dinner at Island Cafe (Max’s Restaurant). Sorry, no food pictures because we’re all hungry. 

The following morning, we had an early walk before breakfast. 


We ate again in Island Cafe for breakfast. If I remember it right, the breakfast meal price is P200-P250. We ordered the corned beef omelet and longganisa. I did not like the longganisa but the corned beef is good. Yun 2 lang kasi available that day so no choice. 


Then we went back to the room to change clothes. My son experienced his first kayak, at first he was enjoying it but after 15 minutes, ayaw na. Napagod sa pagpaddle. Hahaha! Click here for the video


 Nagplay na lang sa sand. 


 After playing in the sand, they spent the rest of our staycation in the swimming pool.

Like 

 1. I like the place. Though you see some traces that the resort was already old, you can still appreciate it because the place is still beautiful. 
2. I like the pool and the beach. I prefer their beach compared to Calatagan and Laiya. 
3. I like the day bed in our room + terrace. 
4. Free wi-fi in the lobby. 

 Dislike 

 1. Safety deposit box is available but not working so I always bring our important stuff with me. 
2. No laundry bag available so make sure you bring your own for wet clothes. 
3. No bathtub in our room. 

 We had a great time in Canyon Cove so for sure we will revisit. 

 Read: 

 Day Trip Experience at Canyon Cove 
How to Book Metrodeal Voucher
Day Trip in Canyon Cove 
Kainan sa Dalampasigan

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42 comments:

  1. AnonymousJanuary 13, 2015 at 9:05 AM

    Great time, nice place. I hope I can experience a staycation too :)

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  2. JanetJanuary 13, 2015 at 9:41 AM

    I've seen this in Metrodeal, too, and I almost purchased one, but controlled myself haha since we're saving then for our Ilocos trip this January :) Cheers to more staycations!

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  3. FaridaJanuary 13, 2015 at 10:21 AM

    Canyon Cove looks so gorgeous from your photo! With the many water activities that can be explored, the beauty of nature not available in Metro Manila; your staycation was truly worth it!

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  4. UnknownJanuary 13, 2015 at 12:53 PM

    Thanks for sharing this. I've been seeing the Canyon Cove deals too. Maybe next time we'll try a staycation here as well :)

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  5. JoyJanuary 13, 2015 at 2:59 PM

    Nice staycation:)

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  6. Mommy AnnaJanuary 13, 2015 at 6:47 PM

    I just went here for a day trip and four years ago na the place is cool kaya lang ang layo maybe someday will try to have an overnight

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  7. Aleigna LinJanuary 13, 2015 at 10:55 PM

    Super scared to purchase anything from deal sites but from the looks of it, mukhang okay naman sa Metro Deal. Thanks for sharing! :)

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  8. Renz AlcantaraJanuary 14, 2015 at 8:36 AM

    We've had our team building here years back. It was nice. But I didn't realize for their rate, they don't have bath tub!

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  9. Ma.Me.Mi.MommyJanuary 14, 2015 at 8:57 AM

    Looks like a fun trip for everyone! :) Reading a lot of posts about staycations makes me want to take one myself. Hehehe! :)

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  10. Triple JoysJanuary 14, 2015 at 11:02 AM

    I've been wanting to avail of this deal in metro deal. Hopefully, I can avail of this deal anytime soon! :) thanks for the share! :)

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  11. AyiJanuary 14, 2015 at 11:49 AM

    I know this place but haven't visited it yet. Hehehe. It looks nice. Hoping for a staycation too :)

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  12. Edel SanJanuary 14, 2015 at 9:36 PM

    I haven't tried purchasing from Metrodeal or any similar sites but I'm really tempted because of the promos. Glad that you enjoyed your vacay :) -edel

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  13. Mommy KJanuary 15, 2015 at 8:30 AM

    The place looked great but it does look a bit old. But then what is more important is family bonding!

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  14. Mommy LeiJanuary 15, 2015 at 9:45 AM

    very relaxing view, ang sarap mag staycation there. Your son obviously enjoyed your stay :)

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    1. MichiJanuary 15, 2015 at 5:32 PM

      True, when I told him that he would be absent he said "no, teacher said we have classes" but when we got there, absent na daw siya. :)

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  15. ZyJanuary 20, 2015 at 1:51 PM

    Dito din kami nag-teambuilding dati . Maganda yung lugar though hindi ako nakapagswim sa pools and beach. :(

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  16. UnknownNovember 1, 2015 at 10:58 AM

    Hi! Walang free breakfast yung sa metrodeal? Thanks!

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  17. UnknownJanuary 21, 2016 at 3:06 PM

    Hi! Nice blog :) I just wanted to know if how many adults ang kasya sa room? 4 kasi kami and I was thinking if we should be 2 separate rooms or kasya kami sa 1 room lang + payment for extra pax na lang. Thank you :)

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    1. MichiJanuary 22, 2016 at 7:23 AM

      Thanks! Actually kasya naman ang 4 adults since may extra day bed but I'm not sure kung strict sila sa number of persons per room. (2 adults + 2 kids lang kasi lagi). I hope pwede yung extra payment. :)

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  18. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2016 at 3:34 PM

    hi ask ko lang if di na availble ang buffet breakfast? Thank you

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    1. MichiJanuary 25, 2016 at 4:58 PM

      During our visit, no buffet breakfast. But few years ago may nabasa pa ko na nag-upgrade sila to buffet breakfast.

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  19. AnonymousMarch 5, 2016 at 3:55 PM

    Hi. Nice blog. Ask ko lng if meron pa ba na other activities to do after you checked in since you 3pm ang checked in time? Does the pool open till night? Plan to go there kc this May. And do you pay for the entrance of your son. I bought the same voucher at Metrodeal pero ang nkalagay is 2 adults lng ang free. Thanks in advance..����

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    1. MichiMarch 7, 2016 at 6:33 AM

      Thanks! After check-in, you can enjoy the beach, pool, playground and water sports activities (with fee). My son was six years old that time, still free of charge sa room.

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  20. AnonymousMarch 8, 2016 at 6:40 PM

    Hi! Ask ko lng kung madali lng ung process nung check in. I purchased on metrodeal and we are booked on may. Worried lng kasi ako bka hindi ma accommodate ung booking ko. Thank you.

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    1. MichiMarch 9, 2016 at 6:41 AM

      Yes, smooth naman checked-in namin, I just gave the confirmation letter, MetroDeal voucher and valid ID. Naghintay lang kami ng pagprocess and availability ng room.

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  21. UnknownMarch 19, 2016 at 1:56 AM

    Hi, want to ask kung may narinig lang kayo from canyon cove na if you were depart early pwede raw ba ma-access na ang pool and beach? Since you're waiting for the check-in. And pwede ba magdala ng food or exclusive ka talaga sa restaurant nila? Thanks

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    1. MichiMarch 19, 2016 at 5:05 AM

      We did not swim while waiting but I guess pwede na naman maaccess while waiting for your room. Yung food bawal siya, nung nag-overnight kami nakadala kami chips and chocolates. Nung nag daytrip kami hinarang ng guard yung cassava cake na bitbit namin, bawal ipasok.

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  22. LianAugust 28, 2016 at 1:02 PM

    Hi, is the use of facilities included in the voucher even on weekends?

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    1. MichiAugust 28, 2016 at 6:19 PM

      Yes, you can use the playground, beach and pool. For kayak and others, there is a fee.

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  23. UnknownSeptember 30, 2016 at 11:04 PM

    Hi ung island cafe ba sa loob dn ng facilities ng resort? Ung mga reviews ksi before you d maganda feedback sa food ng resort. Im wondering kng may mga options ng kainan since d pwedeng mag dala ng food. Thanks

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    1. MichiOctober 1, 2016 at 2:25 PM

      Yes, sa loob ng Canyon Cove yung Island Cafe and yun lang ang option. Yung breakfast meal, ok lang. Pero yung lunch and dinner, ok naman order namin.

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  24. UnknownApril 14, 2017 at 5:16 PM

    This blog has been very helpful, Thanks!

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  25. UnknownApril 30, 2017 at 3:48 AM

    Hi matagal b mgpabook?kc 1 month vacation lng aq pguwe ko p ako mkkbook to check un sked ng ank ko ang aswa q thanks

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    1. MichiApril 30, 2017 at 12:47 PM

      Hi, I guess hindi naman mahirap if meron sila available rooms, I have a friend na nakapagbook naman few days before the trip last February. Try to call na lang pag-uwi mo. :)

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  26. anNe margarethSeptember 16, 2017 at 7:13 PM

    ate michi, i got vouchers from metrodeal and we'll be there next week .. we're also celebrating a birthday' how much po kaya ang corkage fee for food and drinks ?

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    1. MichiSeptember 17, 2017 at 3:10 PM

      Hi! Not sure about corkage fee pero nung nag-day trip kami at meron kami dala cassava cake, hindi sa amin pinapasok kasi bawal daw. So baka bawal talaga magdala ng foods and drinks. Pero you can call the resort to verify.

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  27. UnknownNovember 12, 2017 at 5:16 PM

    Hi! Wala naman na hidden charges dun sa promo nyo upon arriving sa hotel? Like inclusive naba yun sa use ng pool and things like that? thanks :)

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    1. MichiMarch 15, 2019 at 5:11 AM

      Hi! Wala naman hidden charges, binayaran lang namin yung naconsume and inavail namin.

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  28. UnknownMarch 15, 2019 at 3:38 AM

    Hi Mam Mitch...may fee ba ang pagamit ng swimming pool

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    1. MichiMarch 15, 2019 at 5:13 AM

      For day trip and overnight guests, you can use the pool, wala ng additional fee. :)

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