This is La Residencia Almar in Dumaguete City where i stayed for six nights. Actually, this is my second time to stay in this hotel because i was here last year. I opted to stay again in this hotel because i love the view in its front and it is smaller than the usual hotel located in Dumaguete. In front of the hotel is the famous Dumaguete Boulevard where a lot of people, local and tourist gather every morning and at night to see the majestic view of the sea. But what makes me desire to stay once again is tits beautiful interior, a Balinese theme which i always love in every home.
The nice lighting fixture greeted me as I enter the hotel. This is spectacular especially at night. I love the simple but colorful detail at the base of the chandelier. The nuetral paint, with mostly beige, white and brown accentuated by several niches where an old jars are kept in display, trimmings and wooden pieces makes me think that I am in an old world retreat but never forgetting the asian heritage that i have.
There are many seating options on the lobby. With the receptionist facing the door, everyone is free to sit on each side of the lobby. The upholstered two one-seater and a three-seater sofa adjacent to each other and facing the door leading to the their Don Atillano restaurant is a good choice for reading the news.
On the left wing of the lobby, a very nice native sofa with a nuetral cushion is perfect for a small talk with friends. This is also the perfect spot to take a glimpse of the sea and the boulevard. The glass panel wall lets you see and adore the magnificent view of the area.
The baul with mother of pearl inlay is a nice conversational piece and serves as the coffee table for the area. Topped with a wooden sculpture and some local lotus flower, this serves as a clue on what the hotel offers.
The stairs going to the room is so nice. The wooden staircase with blue carpet adds a nice punch of color in this nuetral dominated space. A lot of pillars are evident on the space that adds character and statement to the hotel.
I love the intricate wood carvings distributed all over the hotel that indicates the Balinese theme. The trims in dark wood, with mahongany colored stairs are beautifully combined.
I love the sinamay accentuating the iron console table. The simplicity of the design makes me appreciate the display even more. Notice that the cement wall is roughly finished that adds to the character of the space.
The room is so cozy, clean and nice. There are several lighting options for the guest. Aside from the ceiling, there are lightings on the headboards and at the back of the TV panel. a combination of warm and day lights are perfect for me to choose the moods that I want. Two single size beds or one queen size beds are awaiting for the guests to make himself comfortable during sleep.
A small TV mounted on the wall is perfect for watching while on bed. A small closet wiith two drawers are great for my clothes. In there, i can separate my dirty linens from the clean ones. Again, dark and mahogany wood tones are great for the nuetral wall color.
This is me while waiting for my activities. I love the clean white linens as bed covers. This entails a more relaxing and cleaner vibe on the room. Notice how the warm white lighting sets the romantic mood in the room.
And the bonus is that youll never get tired of the awesome view during sunrise and sunset on the boulevard in front of the hotel. Isnt it amazing?
Great review of La Residencia Almar and the bonus sunset! :-)
ReplyDeleteHope to read more of your coming posts. :-)
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