Our Best Western Mint Hotel quick summer getaway

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I'm not absolutely sure if I'm using the camera wrong or the other way around but you have to forgive me for the quality of the images being uploaded here.
I'm considering getting a SLR but until that day, I'll settle for the phone cam on this freelance career.
The last time my husband had a work-related seminar in  Pampanga, the kids and I decided to tag along and have a quick getaway at Best Western Mint Hotel after a few weeks at work.
Of course, we could not be more pleased with this gem of a find.
Best Western Mint Hotel takes prime position on one of the busiest streets in Angeles City.
By car, it would take you 2 to 3 hours max going to Angeles City.
Go up north via NLEX and from there you can either exit Angeles, Dau, or Clark South at the SCTEX.
If going on a bus, any Victory Liner or Five Star heading north on EDSA that DOES NOT go to Cabanatuan will stop at Dau.
Angeles City is just a jeepney ride away(estimate 2 hrs 15 mins).

The location of the hotel is great and conveniently within walking distance to several great restaurants along Mon Tang Avenue and just across Pagcor Casino.
I read first a few of the reviews which seems decent enough so we decided to go for it.
Upon arriving, we noticed the hotel exterior was decent but not spectacular and was kind of expecting it to be grand.
The only downside was the hotel parking lot entrance is too narrow.
However, after we checked in, we were pleasantly surprised at how nice the place was.
The hotel boasts minimalist style with maximum appeal.
I looked around and everything is green.
By no means a 5-star hotel, but for 3,000 pesos or less in one night, it is perfect for a cheap and quick vacation.

The picture (shown above)sort of a dark tunnel we were about to set foot in was, yes, the entrance to the parking lot. 
It was rough entering it. 
However, you can park still park right in front of the lobby entrance above.
The lobby cafe is conveniently located just across the reception area. Desserts were served to guests.


We got there late and went straight up to our room to check everything out. The deluxe room was prepared for us and the inclusions were 1 King or Queen Size Bed , Flat Screen TV with Premium Cable Channel , High Speed Internet , Work Desk ,Coffee & Tea Maker , Hair Dryer and a Mini Bar.
I can attest to the fact that they got the friendliest staff. Why? Well, when I could not figure out how to operate their television and I kept on calling them by the hour to help me out, they would flash their biggest smiles and attend to my needs without a single complaint. Yeah, yeah,I looked like an ignoramus with today's technology--so what?!
Well, another downside -- the window. Yes, this was all we could see-- concrete. Hello wall! 
But i love this place nonetheless. Truly a perfect , nice place for a quick getaway.
Everything is still neat. Everything is new. 
This is how we keep cool at the height of summer. 
We get our backpacks, grab the kids by their hair ( I kid you not! ) and prepare for a hotel staycation. So basically my kids went wild upon entering this air conditioned room and trying to live in cool comfort. 
The next day while waiting for my husband to return from his work seminar, I decided to take my kids and explore the city. 
They offered us a free shuttle ride going to Marquee mall! Yeah!
But of course, we had our breakfast first. I opted for an american and Pinoy breakfast! 
Yum!
Our free shuttle tada! 
 Hello Marquee! 
We often go to malls wherein a lot of family friendly places help us make it easier to take the kids.
We usually find cool play place for time consuming. 
I find this one particular play area most probably the best one in Marquee Mall or in any other malls. It’s easy to locate, why, it’s huge, with lots of room to run around, and has a cute space invasion theme to boot. 
They offer huge space for kids to actually run around. Because it’s monitored, it never gets too crowded and the staff ensure the kids aren’t too big and will intervene if somebody’s not following the rules.
You won't have to wait a long time to get in. 
Just fill out a form with a thumb scan and you're good to go. 
Hand sanitizers are scattered within the play area so you can say that the place is somehow safe enough for your kids. 
 Yes, they are quite expensive. For 410 unlimited per kid,whew. I got 2 more so you do the math.
 See how huge the play area is? If only I can join them inside. 


Therefore , I conclude that impromptu getaways by far are the greatest and there were no regrets staying in this hotel.
I would rate them 4 stars.
And of course,I would love to do that again!

Best Western Mint Hotel is located in the city of Angeles, Pampanga-- a 15-minute-ride from marquee or SM Clarck and 10 minutes away from Diosdado Macapagal Airport.


You can contact them for reservations HERE 

3 comments:

  1. Thanks for sharing. I don't think I remember seeing Mint the last time we went to Pampanga but you said everything's new --our trip was a long time ago. I'm going to keep the name in mind - we do plan to go there sometime this year. :)

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    1. You're welcome dear!
      Please share your experience din when you go there :)
      Godbless!

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  2. This is a cool quick get-away. Would try it sometime. Thanks for sharing!

    I would recommend Clark's Dinosaur Island for family with small children.

    This is a cool quick get-away. Would try it sometime. Thanks for sharing!

    http://juvyann19.blogspot.com/2014/02/dinosoaurroarr-land.html

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