My friends and I came to play on February 27 between 6:45 to 7:00 . One of my friend was wearing a…read moresanuk flip flop but they did not allow her to go inside the casino because they said that's a slipper. So 4 of us had to leave the casino.we waited for the manager to get her ok. But she has no consideration . We kept telling her it's not a slipper it a fashion flip flop that cost $35.00 US dollar.

Went here for a long needed vacation. Got the idea from a cousin who recently visited and thought…read moreit would be a good place for us to go outside the craziness of Manila, and he was right. Short 4 hours drive from the capital, it is one of 2 resorts of the same name. The second one is south of Manila. This one is located north in La Union. The area is not known for its ocean water or beaches but the location is a beautiful spot for relaxing and quietness. We were quickly checked in and found the room. There are a couple of food options located on premises. Try them but they are limited and just so-so. The breakfast is the best out of all the meals. The staff is friendly and accommodating so please be nice to them. Our suite was excellent. Good size, clean, ocean view, cold with AC and well stocked. Our only issue is the kind size bed was sagging in the middle and made it uncomfortable. The pools were all well maintained and clean. We were able to have the pool to ourselves at night since they close it at 10pm weekdays and 11pm weekends. Suggestion: use the pools at night. Less people and cooler. We were especially impressed with the lit flowers when the sun sets. They are spectacular. The spa is located a short walk from the main building, around the club house. They offer various services but always call first. Sometimes they are short staffed. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our time at Thunderbird Resort. The staff was helpful and friendly. The lunch and dinner service could be better. Include the breakfast service. Highly recommended!

02/16/18-02/17/18 - Very isolated location at the end of the road. If you want to get away and…read morerelax this is the perfect getaway. We rented two huts for 8 people located in a remote location. Super cool, but make sure you bring $Pesos$ they don't accept credit cards and they don't accept US dollar. You drive to the end of nowhere and there you are. Last stop on a beat up road and you arrive at this oasis. Very secluded you can also make arrangements to Bbque by the beach in one of the huts. Bring your own Charcoal and food to cook (maybe next time) We just got fresh shrimp & squid (about 5"'s) & they cooked it for us by the beach. Life is rough. I could get use to this. The squid was chopped into small slices w/green peppers and oyster sauce simple, fresh and delicious. The shrimp were steamed with heads on and a large pan of rice.

Its been more than 20 years since I left this place to study in the US as a young man. This was…read morejust dirt and sea at the time, nothing was here except old huts and fishing villages! Now, its a thriving resort community with a hotel, surfing school, restaurants and a view to a kill from the too of the hotel. San Juan Surf was my home for 4 days, coming back to serve as a commencement speaker and to train their educators and leaders as part of giving back to the old country I grew up in. The hotel offers a variety of rooms according to your preferneces, three floors of rooms that or perfect for vacationers or just stopping by to see the beach and enjoy a stride or better yet, a sunset or perhaps a surfing lesson. The rooms are not too classy, just enough for one or a couple but will offer an extra bed here and there, if you need to. The rooms might need upgrading, its a little old now and kinky but comfortable and cool. Step out into the restaurant and they serve food from 7-9:00 P.M. From Vigan Longaniza (sausages) to milfish and eggs with coffee or chocolate. Prices are very reasonable and the staff are wonderful and nice. If you want to explore and get out of your room at 5 A.M, their gates to the sea opens up life the seemingly metaphorical gateway to paradise, fine sa D, clean landscape with umbrellas and a horde of surf instructors waiting to take you under their wings for about 600 pesos per hour. There's also some of these folks trying to sell you souvenirs and other stuff but what's cool are photographers who'll take your live photos and transfer it on your phone for a couple of hundred pesos! What a deal for a hundred-thousand likes for social media enthusiasts? LOL Drive out to San Fernando and see along lists of food haven from large chains to simple pleasures manner by Mom and Pops serving local delicacies and culinary delights of the north. Don't worry about the menu, many offer fresh fish grilled to perfection and dishes that are not often seen in larger cities of even Los Angeles where I live and work. Drive farther to Pagudpud and you won't ignore the excellent local foods by the sea, too ...from their dinengdeng (vegetables) to dinakdakan (grilled pork with mayonnaise) or a seafood combo with all sorts of clams and shelled galore. I can go on and on but if you happen to go to this wonderful country and travel north, drop by San Juan Surf Resort and experience a little about the sun, sea, surf and wonderful hospitality of the Ilocanos.

3.5 stars! Fun surf resort right on the beach, in front of Ubiztondo break. Nice spot for a simple…read moresurf vacation. We got the deluxe rooms, which are small and basic but clean. We tried to pay with credit card when we checked in but they said only cash was accepted. A day later we saw a sign that said VISA was accepted here, so not sure what the actual deal is. The San Juan surf school is right in front of the resort on the beach and you can take a beginner lesson for 600php per hour or an intermediate/advanced for 700php. Breakfast every day is not included since the restaurant Coast Call Kitchen and Bar is separate from the hotel. The food at the restaurant is pretty good! Overall, it's a nice experience but I wouldn't come here expecting a 5-star hotel experience.

There are other bigger resorts in Patar Beach, Bolinao but it is most ideal for families because it…read moreprovides flexibility. There is a mid sized pool, there are rooms on the main building with the top providing expansive views of the beach. There are also several cottages that can be used during the day if they are not booked or occupied. The beach can stretch to over a hundred meters on ebb tide. Rooms open to the front verandas where you can set up for al fresco dining. Rooms are clean and has airconditioning. Smart TVs where you can plug downloaded movies. There is an outhouse for communal cooking with gas stoves and sinks provided as well as prep areas. This is important because dining out can only give you the same options at some point. There are also hammocks, outdoor seating and lounge chairs and dining huts by the beach side. There is a convenience store by the corner for small stuff if you forgot something. Staff are responsive and accommodating. Prices are reasonable and competitive.

Nice calm beach resort. A bit rocky right in front of the resort but if you venture further out,…read morethe seashore smooths out. Actually it was fun working out your core standing on the rocky areas working out your balance and your core as the waves buffet your body from side to side. My sistah and I also went wild shopping at their resort boutique shop. Altho, it consisted just one rack of clothes, most of the dresses were nicely made and were of a decent price. Food was also very satisfying. Not quite Michelin star but we made do.

This review is for the restaurant. It has a nice setting. A laid back vibe where you can eat and…read moredrink while enjoying the breeze and sunset. The food is good and the price is reasonable. It's good for groups and families. The ocean is literally a few steps away.

My favorite resort in all of La Union! Been going here almost annually since 2018! Their service is…read moretop notch! Everyone is very friendly, from the reception desk, to the restaurant staff and even the housekeepers! The massage offerings are also very nice! Food is as great as you may expect and the fact that it's literally walking distance to the beach! I will always choose Kahuna! Also a huge shoutout to our driver to Vigan, Kuya Edgar! Could not have asked for a better driver to take us around!

Got a massage at Spa Luana (check out my review) and ended up staying for lunch, which was a happy…read moresurprise. They have an extensive American and Filipino menu, and I was craving a burger. The service was pretty good overall! Though there were some small ups and downs like missing condiments or my cousin's Hawaiian burger missing pineapple but, the fries were definitely a highlight, hot and crispy. Prices are pretty affordable for tourists, and the view is absolutely stunning! Overall, it's a really cute resort with beautiful beach views. The prices are decent. If you're planning a big family trip, I'd probably recommend an Airbnb, but if it's just a few people, this could be the perfect spot. A lot of surfers come here, and for around $150 a night, you can get a family suite with 2 queen beds, pretty reasonable. Want something bigger? A 2-bedroom for 8 people with 4 queen beds runs about $330, which breaks down to roughly $45 per person per night if all 8 adults split it. Not bad at all for a fun beach getaway!

I always wanted to visit La Union. Me and my family visited this hostel. We got a room from the…read more3rd floor with the ocean view. The best part about the room was the cool breeze from the ocean when you wake up in the morning. The room was super clean from what I remember. I wanted to learn how to surf, but there were no waves where we were at the time. Bummer! The beach was really clean, because people there really do take care of the place. They also have a place with hanging hammock, where you can just relax. Now lets talk about food! Umm.... During lunch we ordered two pizza. I cant remember the name but there were both really good. And on dinner I remember I ordered one pulled pork adobo, beef bowl, and calamari with mojito and Smirnoff mule. Very affordable!! They also have night party events here. So if you are single, start practicing your dance moves and get your groove on. Haha Overall, our stay here was amazing. If I come back home again. I will definitely book a stay here. Super cheap!! I highly recommend this place.

Good day Flotsam and Jetsam! I just wanted to share with…read moreyou our bad experiences at Flotsam. Your guards are too strict in front, especially those in red polo shirt. We paid 5,000 for the VIP table to Miss Jo but our other friends weren't allowed in because they said it was already cut-off. I talked to the head of the guards to just add a fee, but he answered me (CUT-OFF IS CUT-OFF). We asked them where Miss Jo was so we could talk to her to prove that we had paid for the reservation, but they said she had already go home. Is this Flotsam's standard procedure?

This place has great accommodations, the service is awesome the workers are always so nice, always…read morewilling to do what you need and very helpful if you have questions like places to eat and any activities in the area. The amenities they have 2 pools, restaurant if you want something quick to eat, they have different kind of animals to see, they can accommodate parties such as weddings, birthday parties, reunions, etc. The owners are so accommodating as well. So if you're looking for a place to see check this place out. Their prices are at anyone's budget.

Beautiful location, and the staff is very friendly and welcoming. The location and all the rooms…read moreare very well kept and clean. The location is centrally located and easy to find. Can't wait to return.

Place was superb with good aesthetics, sure it looks cool on photos even better in person. BUT:…read more--The owner/caretakers are biased with the guests. We were asked to get out of the pool at 11pm, only to find out that the other guests were swimming after we were asked to leave. --They will not tell you upfront that there's a corresponding charge if the owner is irked about what you did. --They made up a lot of extra charges for things that are really pointless. Utter waste of time and the staff are very unprofessional. Don't waste your time going there. They don't care about the guests, they only care about how much money they can make. The owner there is very greedy who only cares about how much money he can milk out of the guests. Consider yourselves warned. Just go to other resorts where you CAN get your money's worth, most are just a couple of blocks away anyway. If I could give this place 0 stars I would.