Mt. Tarak: A promising resort, restaurant, and guest house in Mariveles, Bataan

If you are looking for accommodation in Mariveles, Bataan, try the Mt. Tarak guest house for a comfortable stay. It's just 50 meters away from the highway and this guest house is echoed  as, soon to be one of the Bataan's finest.

Adult and Kiddie Pool

There are total of 8 room units for accommodation. For rooms with one bed, the accommodation price is 2000 per night, while room with two beds is 2500, inclusive of two servings of mineral water and instant coffee. Each room has personal refrigerator, flat television (with cable connection), air-conditioning unit. Furniture is well selected and rooms are fully furnished. The check-in time is 2:00 pm and the check-out is 12:00 noon.

Rooms

The amenities are videoke bar, restaurant, function room (40 person), cottage (three tables, 30 person), 8 room units, shower area, stage (outdoor), kiddie and adult recreation pool. The food selections are sizzling gambas, crispy pata, beef broccoli, gising gising while the beverages are dinosaur chocolate shake,  cookie monster shake.

The Restaurant

A big cottage that can accommodate up to 30 persons is only Php 1000. Shower areas and rest rooms are clean. Pool is well-maintain and truly inviting to swim. For walk-in swimmers, pay only 200 pesos (day and night swim) and you can already enjoy the pristine pool water. Proper swimming attire is strictly observe.

Cottage

Mt. Tarak is specifically located at MAAP Road, Brgy. Alas-asin, Mariveles, Bataan. According to Mr. Benedicto Caag, Owner and Operations Head, Mt. Tarak is preparing for the construction of its 400pax function hall, more villas, cabanas and an additional pool. Something big is about to happen. Something that is truly promising. For inquiries please contact Mt. Tarak Office at 0917 534 28 87 or (047) 6121093.

Basic gym equipment

Outdoor shower area

2-Bed Room

Touch of Sun, Sea, and Pool Water at Sofitel

It is truly breathtaking and relaxing with the touch of Sofitels' captivating recreation resort located in its prime location in CCP Complex, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City.

The pool is lagoon-type, it is well-landscaped, and with a view of the sea. It has well-maintained shower areas, cottages, artificial waterfalls,  slides, and a tropical garden with sun beds and beach chairs. The pool management is strict and has its rules. This is expected in five star hotels to maintain the standards of their services. The swimming pool rules are as follows:

-Only the registered guest and hotel members are allowed to swim.
(If one of your friends is a member, maybe you can  have access to the pool)
-Outside food and drinks are not permitted within the pool/garden area
-Children under 14 must be under adult supervision at all times
-Make use of the pool side shower

-Swimming is not allowed for individuals who carry communicable disease, open wounds, and/or under influence of any substances
-No diving, running, jumping
-Appropriate swim wear must be worn
-The hotel does not take liability for any kind of harm  caused within the pool
-Children who cannot swim must wear swimming and floating gear

The pool is made-up with white cement (not tiled) and painted with white and blue. The paint enhances the beauty of the pool as it reflects in the water. The pool is ornamented with lights that makes it more inviting for night swimming in the evening. The yachts also add to the fantastic view.

I was able to visit the pool due to a national convention. It was a truly amazing visit and I am looking forward to personally make a splash in that luxurious recreation pool in the future. Try and experience a luxury visit at Sofitel!

Related link: www.sofitelmanila.com

A Luxurious Splash at "The Legend Villas" Swimming Pool

It's an amazing discovery. There is a small but homely recreation pool in Mandaluyong City. Summer is really full of great surprises. I was able to experience a luxurious splash in one of the best hotels in Mandaluyong, The Legend Villas. FreelaceAquaticsSolution facilitated the swimming lesson event of Mom and Me. Mom and Me is an event organizing company that advocates the importance of mother and daughter bonding. The "The Legend Villas", is the major Sponsor of such fun-to-fit mother and daughter summer swimming activity.

The pool is kidney shape with approximately 15 meters in length and 5 meters in width. Its deep is 4 feet to 7 feet. It has poolside jacuzzi and artificial waterfalls. The comfort rooms are clean and air-conditioned. Water is distinctly clean and chlorine content is just enough for the volume of water. The pool deck (walkway area) is made-up of wood . According to the Marketing Officer, the pool area is one of the favorite venues of parties and events. Pool is a potential venue of kids swimming lesson with six students per class for ages 6 to 12. A function hall is situated beside the pool area that can be used as extension of pool parties. The pool is open daily from 8:00am to 6:00pm. It is exactly  located at 60 Pioneer Corner Madison Streets, Mandaluyong City. It can be reached via Boni Avenue MRT station and a ten (10) minutes walk from Robinsons Mall.

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My Top 5 Best Recreation Pool

Swimming in your most preferred pool is really cool. In Metro Manila, there are lots of swimming pool to choose from, whether its a private or public pool, lap or recreation pool. In my area, I am blessed to have three lap swimming pools, namely Philippine Army Swimming Pool, Philippine Navy Swimming Pool, and Philippine Air Force Swimming Pool. These three pools became the venue of my swimming activities. As part of my promotions and love for swimming, I used to explore swimming pools. Among the pools that I visited for pool hopping or swimming activities,  I listed the top five of my favorite recreation pools. Recreation pool is generally design for relaxation and leisure.

Top 5. Caliraya Recreation Center 

(photo credit: www.panoramio.com)

I was able to experience this pool (resort) twice. First, was due to retreat, and second, was due to company outing from my former employer. It has a diving board suited for basic and advance level. This pool is one of the amenities of the recreation center. There were only one pool during my stay, now there were two. Water is very cold since it is located in a mountain. The deepest part is about 10 feet, while the shallowest is about 4 feet. There is lifeguard on duty, so nothing to worry about safety. For info about Caliraya, visit www.caliraya.net.

Top 4. White Corals Beach Resort

(photo credit: www.willexplorephilippines.com )

White corals is the only saltwater pool I have known so far. It's cool to experience this kind of amenity. You can enjoy both the stylish shape of a recreation pool and the saltwater. They also have a freshwater pool as an option if you want something usual. While swimming in the saltwater pool, you can experience the view of the beach. Other activities are kayaking and snorkeling.

Top 3. Club Balai Isabel

(Club Balai Isabel Infinity Pool)

Club Balai Isabel offers an amazing scenery of Taal lake. This is famous in weddings and team-building activities. I was able to visit this place as part of a team building activity. The best attraction (being a swimming enthusiast) is the wide infinity pools facing the lake area. Great for relaxation. You can have a touch of nature. You will also love the food as well and the good service. For more info about the club you can visit www.balaiisabel.com

Top 2. Serendra One

(One of Serendra One's Pool)  

I ranked this pool in the second spot not because it is part of a high-end  high-rise condominium in the metro but because of its water. This pool is the only non-chlorinated I have known (aside from the free-flowing freshwater falls and spring water pool). This pool uses the latest technology in pool maintenance and management. I was able to swim in this pool five times due to my of private swimming lessons.

Top 1. Ace Water Spa

(photo credit www.sassyzeal.com)

My top one is the Ace Water Spa. This pool offers leisure, relaxation, and health. You can enjoy the water while experiencing their water massage facilities. There are saunas and steam baths. The most fascinating part of all are the herbal pools that will surely relieve you from your daily stress. This is one way of  pampering and rewarding yourself from your hardworking days. Swimming lessons are also offered in the resort spa. Visit www.acewaterspa.com.ph  for info.

My choice may not be the same with other bloggers. Please check my personal choice of related links to give you more information about swimming pool rankings. Have a happy swimming!

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My Pool Listing

Over the years of coaching, I realized that I have explored 27 swimming pools to date and still counting. This is part of what I call “pool hopping activity” . Some of them was captured by my phone. I would like to share the beauty of those pool which could be a motivation for you to love swimming at least for recreation.  I believe that no matter how busy we are, we really need to find time to engage in fitness activities. I hope that the pictures below will encourage you engage in swimming activities.

(photo source: littlepoets.wordpress.com)

My Pool Listings

1. Philippine Air Force Pool (Pasay)
2. Philippine Army Swimming Pool (Taguig)
3. Philippine Navy-Marines Pool (Taguig)
4. Pasay City Sports Complex
5. Makati Sports Club Swim Pool
6. SeaBreeze Resort
7. Hampton Tower Two Pool
8. Serendra One
9. Fifth Avenue Place Pool
10. Caliraya Recreation Center Pool
11. Asian Mansion
12. Ace Water Spa
13. Makati Palace Hotel
14. La Mesa Eco Park Pool
15. Pearl Hotel Manila
16. Rizal Sports Complex Pool
17. Makati Aquatics Sports Arena
18. Hotel Ivory and Convention Center
19. Balai Isabel, Batangas
20. Century Park Hotel Pool
21. Cityland Condominium Pool
22. YMCA Pool Manila
23. Robinsons Tower Malate
24. Makati Executive Tower Pool
25. Palm Garden Mandaluyong
26. Bee Farm Pool Bohol   
27. Sibul Resort 
28. Villa Amanda Resort 
29. Pacific Residences Club House Pool
30. Pope Pius Swimming Pool 
31. Navy-Marines Pool (Manila)
32. Jacinto Ciria Cruz Swimming Pool
33. Legend Villas Pool
34. White Corals Beach Reasort
35. Sofitel Manila Swimming Pool
36. Mt. Tarak Resort