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Overlook Resort in Antipolo City
Tutubi's "last resort" for the summer, where he booked at the last minute turned out to be a place he's been to before years ago: Overlook Resort and Conference Center.
Located on the famous overlooking hill facing Metro Manila, similar to Cebu's Tops and Davao's Jack's Ridge, Overlook Resort in Antipolo offers a respite, at a budget, to city dwellers looking for a break from the hustle and bustle life in the big city. Photos of Overlook Resort:
the facade of the resort on the hilltop overlooking Metro Manila.
one of the resort's two swimming pools.
Overlook Resort Review:
The rooms are nice and basic amenities at the price range (P1500/night for twin sharing) so don't expect the comforts of high-end resorts city slickers are accustomed to.
The resort's food don't have many choices, mostly tapsilog stuff, and targeting budget travelers. They don't have food stocks and limited menu. You can bring your own food and just use the facilities should you wish. The nearest restaurant is Vieux Chalet, Swiss-themed restaurant higher up the hill, but such a pricey restaurant.
Like many other resorts out there, there is a distracting karaoke with songs belted out by other resort people unmindful of other visitors. If you want peace and tranquility, this resort is not for you.
--- Overlook Resort and Conference Center Taktak Rd., Sta. Cruz, Antipolo http://www.overlookresortel.com Office no. (+632) 6960054 (frontdesk) or (+632) 6960240 Email: info@overlookresortel.com
How to get there:
Map and driving directions on going there posted on the resort's official website here. It's not easy to commute there owing to the hilly terrain and tricycles are the only mode of transport from the corner of Taktak road and Sumulong Highway.
dodong, it's just an ordinary resort...nothing special
pieterbie,ordinary and fit only for budget-conscious people.there are better ones you can find
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the facade of the resort on the hilltop overlooking Metro Manila.
one of the resort's two swimming pools.
dodong flores said...
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