Thunderbird Resorts and Casino is a mountain resort destination situated on the mountain ridges of Binangonan in Rizal. It boasts splendor view of Laguna de Bay and the Manila Skyline.
Although Thunderbird resort is just a few minutes drive (about 15-20 minutes to be exact) from where I live, I have never set foot inside any of its rooms.
I have only seen the hotel from the outside, as a passing local tourist, while admiring the resort's neatly manicured landscape and relaxing pool area.
I find the price a bit too steep and so had to delay our Thunder Bird staycation waiting for a special occasion or at least a very good deal.
Great Deal
I was excited to see that Thunder Bird was at a September Travel Expo event I visited. They offer Deluxe Rooms at a slashed rate of P4,000, available on a weekend. It was a real steal considering rack rates costs P7,000.
Celebration
I was excited since my dad is turning 72 in a months time and figured Thunder Bird with his "apos" will be a perfect place to celebrate his special day. He hates long travels and Thunderbird was just a short distance.
Bad Timing ~ Typhoon Lando just landed!
Unfortunately we came is such a bad timing, Typhoon Lando just entered PAR. I was sad since, the kids where excited to go swimming (my niece even bought new bathing suit to show off).
We saw a couple of guests pool dipping despite the bad weather, but I don't think it would be safe for kids ~ so swimming was a pass!
The Good Side
Check in was smooth and fast. I must give credit to Ms. Floraine Blanco - Front Office OIC for handling our reservations. I told her we have senior citizens with us, and she has arranged a room at the ground floor, without me asking. I guess she assumed my folks would have a hard time climbing stairs so she placed us at the ground level. That was real thoughtful of her.
We got 3 Deluxe Bedrooms: one for my parents, my sisters family and ours. All three rooms were facing the resort's infinity pool. I was almost certain the view would be perfect if not for Lando (tough luck)!.
The rooms were huge, perfect for restless children running and monkeying around.
The bath room was equally grand, floors and wash basin tops marbled ~ very elegant!
The resort was still beautiful though it was already starting to rain, haizz... I can just imagine how lovely it would be like if we had a finer weather.
Thunderbird Resorts is a wonderful place to unwind and relax. Would happily come back on another special occasion ~ and hopefully on a sunny fairer weather.
Thunderbird Resorts and Casino is located at Eastridge Avenue in Binangonan Rizal.
E: rizalreservations@thunderbird-asia.com
T: (+63 2) 651 6888
F: (+63 2) 651 3893
M: (+63 917) 625 7868
For inquiries check out Thunderbirds website: www.thunderbird-asia.com
The rooms look neat and lovely! Wish the weather so you and your family enjoyed more but regardless, you probably had quality time staying indoors.Will keep this in mind when we're in the area :)
ReplyDeleteThe place was perfect, just sad the weather did not cooperate.
DeleteThe rooms look neat and lovely! Wish the weather so you and your family enjoyed more but regardless, you probably had quality time staying indoors.Will keep this in mind when we're in the area :)
ReplyDeleteYes Madz, the rooms are grand. It was unfortunate just unfortunate the weather did not cooperate. A nice dip in the pool with the kiddos would have made our stay perfect.
DeleteThe place looks beautiful! Now there's one more place for us to consider during team buildings and stuff ^-^
ReplyDeleteIt is a really a nice place Mommy Charm, it is perfect for family outings.
DeleteThat was a great deal. You save a lot of money though the typhoon is really a bad timing. This will add to my options for staycation.
ReplyDeleteIt was bad timing really. We were inside our rooms 70% of the time instead of enjoying the beautiful outdoors. Sad-sad!
DeleteWe live nearby, but we've never tried this resort before. The rate was a deal though!
ReplyDeleteYes we got a real good deal, just sad we also had a bad weather. :C
DeleteSo nice, my husband and I were planning to have a staycation soon if God willing. We love swimming too so I think it's an overnight swimming :)
ReplyDeleteHi Melisa, your family would love it there.
DeleteWhen i saw thunderbird i thought it's the one in la union which is my home province LOL :D. This place looks cozy! ~Pearliza Paguio
ReplyDeleteYes I heard the other resort too and I hear it is great. Have you visited the one in La Union?
DeleteLooks like a nice place to spend a weekend... I'l include this in my bucket list! Thanks for sharing! :)
ReplyDeleteYes, with a nice cooperative weather, a weekend stay would be perfect :P
DeleteWow! Not bad for a discounted rate. Nice room and amenities :) You should come back on a fine sunny weather...hehehe
ReplyDeleteThe rooms are grand. And we were lucky to get a good deal. Unfortunately the weather was uncooperative.
DeleteIt looks really nice :)
ReplyDeleteIt is sis! Thurderbird Binangonan is a good place for a staycation.
DeleteI would love to treat my sister to a staycation here on her 50th birthday next year. We still have time to save for the celebration. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWow, I am sure your sister will appreciate a stay at this hotel.
DeleteThe place looks nice and relaxing. Hope we could visit this place in the future.
ReplyDeleteYes it is! Thunderbird Resorts is really a relaxing place perfect for quick family getaway.
DeleteHave heard so much about this resort.. It's one of my must see resorts. Definitely going there some time soon
ReplyDeleteWe had a wonderful stay at Thunderbird. It would have been perfect if the we were able to at least take a dip in its pool. We would definitely be back, hopefully the weather will be more cooperative then.
DeleteI've been to the Thunderbird Resort in La Union. Will try this one soon :) Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI have not tried their La Union hotel, but I have heard a great deal about it. We have been wanting to come and visit. Was it good?
DeleteGanda!!! My roommate (my husband, btw) and I have been looking for a good staycation near the Metro. Thanks for sharing, Mommy! :)
ReplyDeleteThunderbird resort in Rizal is perfect getaway near Metro Manila. You can find great food, spacious room and very accommodating staffs. Thanks for sharing your experience :)
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