It is one of the best Philippine hotels that I have stayed in, but that means it is still a Philippine hotel.
Minor repairs were not done promptly. For instance our shower was broken when we arrived, but they gave us a different room. Sheets and towels were not replaced promptly. Some, all clean, had holes. Windows don't have screens, even the ones open all the time (bathroom, shower), and yes, the flies are annoying.
They just try to save money on the small things (sheets, shower repairs, screens), like all Philippine hotels. Philippine hotels, especially ones that charge these type of prices, should learn to take care of the small details and to spend money on the small things. Sheets, towels, and showers matter.
The food was great, among the best. Breakfast was great, as was the one lunch. And it was great to sit there looking over the beautiful pool.
The place had a good, relaxing design. People came from the outside to be photographed with the vines and Italian-style buildings. The pool was wonderful
The location was in the middle of the island, not too far from the airport and a ride away from beaches and other site. One could sit by the pool or go about easily.
There is nothing nearby, such as restaurants. You have to a Grab or a tuk-tuk for 150-200 PHP.
Use the Grab app to get around. It's cheaper than the un-Filipino, imported tuk-tuks. (Philippine tricycles are better, more comfortable.)
My wife and I would stay there again.
