Escape to Paradise: RedDoorz @ The Vjour Hotel Makati!

RedDoorz @ The Vjour Hotel Makati Manila Philippines

Escape to Paradise: RedDoorz @ The Vjour Hotel Makati!

Okay, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving HEADFIRST into my experience at Escape to Paradise: RedDoorz @ The Vjour Hotel Makati! And trust me, it was… an experience. This isn't going to be your typical, boring hotel review. I'm talking raw, unfiltered, and probably a little bit chaotic, but hey, that's life, isn't it? Let's get real, shall we?

First Impressions and the Whole "Accessibility" Thing (and the Dreaded Elevator!)

Right off the bat, let's talk Accessibility, because let's be frank, it’s a big deal, right? Good news (ish): The Vjour Hotel technically has facilities for disabled guests. Okay, maybe not the most accessible place I've ever been, but the elevator… yep, there's one. Hooray! (I swear, elevators can make or break a stay.) I'm not exactly wheelchair-bound but I hate stairs, so a working elevator is a win in my book. This is a good starting point, but the devil is in the details, so hopefully it is not the 5-star hotel stuff.

Internet Chaos (and Praise!)

Okay, internet. Essential. Free Wi-Fi everywhere they advertise. The good news is, it's true! Free Wi-Fi in the rooms! Free Wi-Fi in public areas! It's like an internet party! And it worked, mostly. And when it didn't, well there’s some LAN cable. So you are pretty much covered in terms of connectivity.

The Room: A Sanctuary…Eventually?

My room! Right, the room. Equipped with Air conditioning, always a good start. It was clean(ish) and had all the usual suspects: Air conditioning, a comfy bed, a desk to work from (crucial), and a mini-bar (always a plus – even if you’re just grabbing a bottle of water). I think. I am a bit blur about what I saw. Oh yeah, it had a freaking safe! And extra-long beds! And it had a freaking opening window! Which, in Makati, is like a small victory. So many hotels are sealed up tighter than a drum. And I want a window that opens, for air and feeling of freedom.

The blackout curtains? Chef's kiss. Absolute bliss for a light sleeper like me. And the bathroom! Private bathroom, oh yes! and a Separate shower/bathtub! With complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, etc. I do appreciate the small touches, you know?

Cleanliness and Safety: The COVID-19 Era

Okay, let’s talk about the elephant in the room: COVID-19. I was REALLY impressed with how seriously the hotel took cleaning and safety. Anti-viral cleaning products? Check. Daily disinfection in common areas? Double check. Rooms sanitized between stays? Absolutely. Hand sanitizer everywhere you looked, staff masked up and trained in safety protocols. They offered you a room sanitization opt-out, which is something I appreciate. The staff took all things seriously.

Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: The Foodie Factor

Food. Crucial. There were restaurants. The Vjour hotel offers you all sorts of things: Asian breakfast, international cuisine, and even a freaking vegetarian restaurant. Breakfast was buffet-style (though pre-COVID times, it was a more lavish spread), they had an a la carte option. They also had a pool bar which is a must-have for me.

Services and Conveniences: The Little Things That Matter

This is where the Vjour Hotel really shines. Do you need laundry service? They got it. Cash withdrawal? No problem. Luggage storage? Of course. A concierge to help you out? Absolutely. And if you feel like shopping, they got a gift/souvenir shop.

Cashless Payment Service: Super convenient! No fumbling around for cash.
Contactless Check-in/out: Quick and easy.
Daily Housekeeping: Yay for clean towels!

But, here's a funny story. I was rushing to a meeting, and I accidentally left my favorite shirt in the room, a particularly snazzy silk number. I called housekeeping, and they literally saved my day! Not only did they find it, but they ironed it (hello, ironing service!) and had it ready for me within minutes. Saved by hotel staff, really. This is hospitality.

Things to Do, Ways to Relax: Spa Day!

Okay, let’s talk about relaxation because, after all, this is "Escape to Paradise," right? They have a spa! And a sauna! And a steam room! (Well, at least that's what the website said). I found the spa and sauna, which was a decent experience (though I'm not sure I'd call it next-level. It got the job done!

For the Kids (and the Young at Heart)

While I didn't have any kids with me, the hotel does offer babysitting service.

Getting Around: The City's a Stage

They provide airport transfer. The hotel has car park (free of charge), Car park (on-site) Car power charging station, Taxi service, and Valet parking. All that stuff.

The Not-So-Good (Because, Let's Be Real)

Okay, here's the brutally honest bit. It wasn't perfect. The soundproofing in the rooms could be better (I heard some of my fellow guests' conversations and, well, let's just say some things are better left unheard). I felt, at times, as if they are not the friendliest hotel in the world.

My Final Verdict: Should You Book It?

Absolutely, yes, with a few caveats. If you're looking for a supremely luxurious, five-star experience, this might not be the place. But if you're after a clean, comfortable, well-located hotel with great amenities, excellent safety protocols, and friendly staff, then "Escape to Paradise: RedDoorz @ The Vjour Hotel Makati!" is a solid, and affordable, choice.

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RedDoorz @ The Vjour Hotel Makati Manila Philippines

Okay, buckle up buttercups, because this ain't your grandma's itinerary. We're going to Manila, baby! And we're staying at a RedDoorz – so, you know, expectations are already… tempered. But hey, every adventure needs a starting point, right? Here's the (highly unedited) lowdown on what I plan to do, and frankly, what probably will happen on my trip to The Vjour Hotel in Makati.

PRE-TRIP ANXIETY BONANZA (aka Before I Even Pack)

Day -3: Panic buying. Seriously, I haven't packed a suitcase in, like, a decade. The last time I did, I somehow ended up with five pairs of bright orange socks. So, yeah, there's that fear. Also, I realize I need a travel adapter. And probably some pepto-bismol. Just in case.
Day -2: Obsessively check weather reports. Because, apparently, knowing the exact temperature will somehow control the whole trip. Spoiler alert: It won't. But I’ll check anyway.
Day -1: Attempt to change currency. Fail. Decide "I'll do it at the airport" which, if I'm being honest, is probably where I'll get the worst exchange rate and then panic about it later. Also, last minute laundry. Why does clean laundry always feel like a victory? Probably because I'm usually surrounded by a mountain of dirty ones.

DAY 1: THE GREAT ARRIVAL (Or, The Art of Surviving Manila Airport)

Morning (aka: the butt-clenching flight): The flight. Honestly, the flight often feels like being trapped in a metal tube with recycled air and questionable snacks. My biggest fear this time? The crying baby. Pray for me. (Update: The crying baby was a thing. And it lasted 10 of the 12 hours. I may need therapy.)
Early Afternoon (aka Manila Airport Madness): Okay, so the airport. It’s… lively. Let’s leave it at that. Finding a cab that doesn’t try to fleece you is like winning the lottery. Negotiating prices feels like a blood sport. Hopefully, I’m not too jet-lagged to haggle. (Side note: My first cab driver literally smelled of cigarettes and utter defiance of authority. Love it.)
Late Afternoon (aka: RedDoorz Realness): Finally! The Vjour Hotel. Google Maps says it’s a ten minute ride. Cross fingers the traffic gods are smiling upon me. I'm expecting… basic. RedDoorz's are usually no-frills. But clean sheets? That's all I really want. And maybe A/C that works. And hopefully the hot water isn't, y'know, lukewarm. (Update: The "lobby" was more of a seating area. But the room? Surprisingly decent! Cleanish! The hot water was like a tiny dribble of lukewarm. Sigh.)
Evening (aka: First Food Foray - Hopefully Not Disaster): Okay, so first things first: FOOD. I've heard Makati has some amazing street food… Which also scares me. I'm envisioning myself, doubled over in pain the day after, regretting everything. But hey, when in Rome, right? (Or, in this case, Makati). Find a local eatery. Sample everything. Take all the adventurous risks. (Okay, maybe not everything. Gotta play it safe. Stomach is precious!) Maybe find a bar that’s open? I'm sure after the flight, I'll be needing something stronger than water.

DAY 2: MAKATI MAYHEM & DISCOVERY

Morning (aka: Coffee & Regret): Wake up. Pray the breakfast situation at the hotel isn't grim. Then, caffeine. Lots of caffeine. I'll need it for the day of adventure.
Morning (aka: Exploring Makati): Time to do stuff. I've heard there are amazing malls. I am not a big mall person. But after the flight, the air conditioning sounds amazing. Also, I'm on the hunt for souvenirs. The family needs something.
Afternoon (aka: Cultural Immersion? Maybe.): Okay, this is the big one. I have vague plans to wander around, maybe visit a museum or two. My plan is to wing it and hope I find something interesting. I'm also prepared to get utterly lost. In fact, I'm counting on it.
Evening (aka: The Foodie Adventure, Take Two): Dinner somewhere that’s recommened. Hopefully it isn’t just a tourist trap. If I am brave, maybe explore some other nearby local restaurants or food hawkers. Hopefully I don’t get food poisoning this time around.

DAY 3: THE ART OF RELAXATION(Or, Attempting To)

Morning (aka: Sleep-in (Attempted)): Okay, I want to sleep in! (This never happens.) But I'll try anyway.
Morning (aka: Coffee, Again): Because sleep is a distant dream.
Afternoon (aka: Something Chill): This is a "do nothing" day. I want to find a park or a cafe. Or just sit and read a book. Maybe get a massage if I'm feeling fancy. Probably not, though. I'm really bad at relaxation. I bet I'll end up obsessively checking my phone.
Evening (aka: Farewell Dinner(ish)): One last meal. Maybe try something new. Or maybe just go back to that amazing place I found on Day 1. (Decision, decisions!)

DAY 4: THE GREAT DEPARTURE (aka, Airport Edition)

Morning (aka: Packing Panic, Round 2): Pack. Pray everything fits. Realize I forgot something crucial. Mentally berate myself for the millionth time.
Afternoon (aka: Back to the Airport): The final cab ride. Hopefully it's a good one. The airport feels like a chaotic, stressful… fun? In a weird, masochistic travel-lover kind of way, yeah.
Afternoon (aka: Flying High on Anxiety): The flight home. More questionable snacks. More hoping for a peaceful flight. More hoping I can remember where I put my passport.
Evening (aka: Home Sweet Home (and Laundry)): Arrive home. Unpack. Collapse. Probably start planning the next trip immediately. Because adventure is addictive, even with all the craziness.

Overall Emotional Reactions (May Vary):

Excited: Always! But also…
Anxious: Always.
Hungry: Most of the time.
Optimistic (ish): About the food, the people, and the potential for unexpected awesome.
Absolutely Terrified (at times): Mostly of the traffic, the food poisoning, and the potential for catastrophic sunburn.
Grateful?: Hopefully, for the experience, even the messy parts.

So there you have it. My totally unrealistic, probably-won't-go-exactly-as-planned itinerary. Wish me luck! And if you see a tired, slightly sunburned, and vaguely overwhelmed person wandering around Makati… that's probably me. Come say hi! And then tell me your best travel disaster stories. We all have them.

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RedDoorz @ The Vjour Hotel Makati Manila PhilippinesOkay, buckle up, buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the murky, glorious depths of **Escape to Paradise: RedDoorz @ The Vjour Hotel Makati!**. This isn't your sanitized, corporate-speak review – this is the real deal. Get ready for a rollercoaster of opinions, questionable choices, and maybe, just maybe, some actual helpful info.

So, Escape to Paradise... Is it actually paradise, or just a glorified room with a bed?

Ugh, that's the million-dollar question, isn't it? Listen, "paradise" is a *strong* word. Let's be real, you're in Makati. Paradise, maybe not. Convenient, certainly. Okay-ish? Probably. Okay, let's be brutally honest: It's a RedDoorz. You know the drill. Clean-ish, functional, and they probably spent more on the neon sign outside than on the actual amenities. I went in with low expectations, and... well, they weren’t *completely* shattered. The bed? Was a bed. The aircon? Blew cold… eventually. *Eventually* being the keyword here. It took a solid hour to cool the room down enough to not feel like you were sweating in a sauna. And that, my friends, is often the first red flag. You know what I mean?

What's the room size like? Cause, let's be honest, Makati rooms are often shoeboxes.

Shoebox… precisely! Don’t expect to be ballroom dancing in there. It’s compact. Like, *really* compact. The bathroom looked like it was designed by someone who hates personal space. You could practically brush your teeth while simultaneously showering and *maybe* doing a quick sit-up. (I didn't try it, but I'm pretty sure it’s physically possible.) I kept bumping into things. My knees, the wall, the... I don't even know. It was a maze of tight angles. But hey, at least the price reflects the size? Right? *Right?*

Okay, bathrooms. The real dealbreaker. What's the situation?

Alright, brace yourselves, because the bathroom experience… well, let's just say it was *an experience*. The water pressure? Let's just say I've seen stronger streams from a goldfish. The hot water was... fickle. One minute it was lukewarm, the next you're being scalded. It oscillated between "I'm enjoying a cool bath" and "I'm convinced I'm being slowly boiled alive." And the tiles! Oh, the tiles. They were *there*. They served a purpose. I won't say they were pristine. Let's settle for "serviceable." Remember your own towel, otherwise, bring a hazmat suit, those towel are suspiciously thin. Overall, The bathroom was… functional. It did the job. Barely.

Location, location, location! How's the neighborhood?

Makati. Gotta love it, gotta hate it. RedDoorz @ The Vjour is *technically* in a good spot. Close to the action, but far enough away to, hopefully, get some sleep. Assuming your neighbors aren't having a karaoke party at 3 AM. (Mine weren't, thankfully, though I did hear a dog barking incessantly, so...). You also have to consider the traffic. *Dear God, the traffic*. Getting a Grab (or any kind of transport) can be a nightmare. So, location: convenient for Makati, but prepare for the usual chaos that comes with it. It’s a blessing and a curse.

The staff. Friendly? Helpful? Or the "just doing their job-but-don't-really-care" kind?

Meh. The staff were… present. Look, I’m not expecting concierge service at a RedDoorz, but a smile wouldn't kill them. They were polite enough, but not exactly brimming with enthusiasm. Checking in was efficient. Checking out was... also efficient. Asking them for directions? Fine. Needing anything outside of the standard? Let’s just say you could be waiting a while. They were *there*, they did their jobs, they weren’t rude. They just weren't particularly memorable. Like a beige wall. You know? You see it, you acknowledge it, and then you promptly forget all about it.

Value for money? Would you stay there again? Be honest!

Alright, deep breath… Value for money? *Ehhhh*. It's cheap. Dirt cheap, even, by Makati standards. But you get what you pay for. So, would I stay there again? If I absolutely *had* to, and absolutely *couldn't* spend more, yeah, probably. Because, you know, sometimes you just need a place to crash. But if I had a *little* more in the budget, I'd probably look elsewhere. There are better options out there. Options with less questionable water pressure and possibly a slightly bigger room. But, for a quick, budget-friendly stay? It'll do. Don’t have too high expectations, and you might actually be… okay.

Any weird or memorable experiences worth sharing?

Okay, this is where it gets *seriously* messy. I swear, the whole aircon situation was a saga. Like, hours I spent trying to get that thing to actually cool the room down. First, it was blowing warm air. Then it was blowing *less* warm air. Then, finally, after what felt like an eternity, it started to emit actual coldness. But here's the thing: it was SO powerful, and the room was so small, that I felt like I was sleeping in a meat locker! I’m talking frost forming on the inside of the window. I ended up having to turn the blasted thing off every few hours, just to prevent hypothermia. Talk about a first-world problem, eh? I had to dress in layers, so I could adjust. Talk about escaping to *freezing* paradise. If I wasn’t freezing, I was sweating. There was no middle ground. It was truly, a memorable experience.

What's the Wi-Fi situation? Because we need to know.

The Wi-Fi? Oh, the Wi-Fi. It was… there. Sometimes. Seriously. It was like a moody teenager. One minute it was fast and responsive, the next it was sluggish and completely unresponsive. I had to tether to my phone several times. You know, the usual. Don't bank on streaming your favorite show unless you're prepared for buffering hell. Bring a data plan, or just accept your fate and embrace the digital detox. Embrace the, the *silence*.

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Escape to Paradise: RedDoorz @ The Vjour Hotel Makati!