Hotel Review: Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa
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Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa
Sabang Beach, Cabayugan, Puerto Princesa, Palawan
Rates start at P9,500 per night (based on best available rate)
At a Glance
The hotel may look familiar to those who have been to Sabang in the past. But the cosmetic similarities to its predecessor are where the similarities end.
Room: Guests can choose from three kinds of no-frills but elegant and chic rooms, each with a different view of Sabang.
Food and drink: There are two restaurants, Evolution and Il Fiore available in the resort. They also have 24-hour in-room dining services for those late-night or early-morning hunger pangs.
Staff: Very helpful and ready to assist guests anytime.
Why you should stay: Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa brings understated luxury to the sleepy coast of Sabang.
(SPOT.ph) Before you can get to the pristine beaches and limestone cliffs of El Nido, San Vicente, and Coron, most tourists pass by the Palawan regional capital of Puerto Princesa. Often seen by most travelers as a transit space to the more secluded parts of the island, Puerto Princesa is rich and worth a visit in its own right. But if you just stay within the city center, it can get quite hectic.
Not to worry, Puerto Princesa is huge. If you're looking for a home base where you can enjoy the best that Puerto Princesa has to offer while at the same time getting your much-deserved rest and relaxation, head over to Sabang Beach and stay at the newly opened Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa with rates starting at just P9,500 per night.
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Check out this new resort in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Four Points by Sheraton:
Nestled along the shores of Sabang Beach, the newly-opened Four Points by Sheraton Palawan is a sight to behold. Boasting 168 rooms, two restaurants, and a sprawling 1,367 square meter pool, this all-in-one resort beckons adventurers and relaxation seekers alike to come and stay in Puerto Princesa longer.
Each of the 168 guestrooms offers modern amenities and breathtaking views of the beach, garden, or pool against a tranquil mountain backdrop.
Your room's sleeping configuration can be a deluxe king or two double beds. Rest assured, your stay will be a personalized retreat regardless of your choice.
Rooms on the ground floor even have poolside access and a small private patio where they can sip their coffee and enjoy a relaxing and slow morning or afternoon.
More than just another hotel, the 5.3-hectare beachfront property is a gateway to Sabang's natural wonders, from the enchanting Mangrove Forest to the cascading Sabang Waterfalls. Regardless of what type of traveler you are, you'll come to find Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa, your home away from home.
What to Do
One of the best things about Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa is that it is at the heart of Sabang Beach. This makes it a great jump-off point for visiting the Puerto Princesa Underground River, as this is just 20 minutes away by boat.
If a visit to this Unesco World Heritage Site has you on a nature adventure binge, you can also hike around and visit nearby waterfalls or go on a paddle boat ride in the nearby Sabang Mangrove Park. It's where you can find a host of wildlife, an opportunity to plant your own Mangrove tree, and try the Palawan delicacy tamilok.
There's also a host of activities you can participate in without leaving the hotel. Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa has many facilities you and your companions can use to get the R&R you need-slash-deserve. Lounge around the poolside and get a tan or chill by the poolside bar.
It can get quite windy at the resort, so if you're feeling chilly, take a relaxing dip in the heated pool.
Worried about all the extra calories you've been taking in during your vacation? Exercise at the 24-hour gym.
But our top pick for the best thing to do in the resort? It's maximizing the wellness and spa facilities. Book a massage, a body scrub, and other treatments at their in-house spa. These treatments were designed to soothe your tired body and get you ready for more adventures.
In addition to the treatments, you can relax in the hot and dry saunas available in the facilit or go for tea time at the lounge, which has a relaxing view of the surrounding mountains.
If you're traveling with kids, the resort has The Cubs Club, a special play area. The indoor and outdoor play space offers an area for the kids to play, do crafts, nap, and join child-friendly activities, all supervised by the Four Points by Sheraton Palawan staff.
The Cubs Club has been such a hit with guests at the resort. In a chat with SPOT.ph, Amie Villena, Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa's Director of Sales and Marketing, recalls an instance where a family who only planned to transit through the hotel before heading over for a week-long trip to El Nido immediately came back. Turns out, their kids couldn't get enough of the play place, so they booked a longer stay at the hotel.
Where to Eat
After a long day, there's no need to leave the resort just to grab a meal or two. There are two restaurants within the property—Evolution and Il Fiore.
Have casual all-day dining at Evolution, which features Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa's farm-to-table ingredients that bring a twist to local favorites. Must-not-miss dishes from their menu include their take on Pork Adobo and Chicken Afritada. You also can't go wrong with ordering any of their grilled fish selection, which are guaranteed.
Soon to open at the resort is their Italian restaurant, Il Fiore, which is meant to sate your craving for pasta and wood-brick oven-fired pizzas.
Aside from these two restaurants, there is also a pool bar that serves cocktails and fresh fruit refreshments to keep you hydrated while you enjoy the property's pool. In-room dining is also available 24 hours a day for those who get hungry at awkward hours.
How to Get There
The resort is 70 kilometers or roughly an hour and a half from Puerto Princesa airport. We strongly recommend booking an airport shuttle service from the resort upon booking. Choose from either a shared transport or a private service, which will pick you up and bring you to Sabang Beach hassle-free.
To get to Puerto Princesa, you can book flights with AirAsia, Cebu Pacific, and Philippine Airlines, which have daily flights from Manila to Palawan.
For more information about Four Points By Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa, call (048)-550-9000 or visit Four Points By Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa's website
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