Escape to Baguio's Serenity: Family Fun at RR Homestay!
Escape to Baguio's Serenity: Family Fun at RR Homestay!
Baguio Bliss (and a Few Quirks!): My RR Homestay Review - Family Fun Forever (Almost!)
Okay, deep breath. Reviewing a place like RR Homestay in Baguio is… well, it's an experience. It's not just about the hotel, it's about the vibe. And this place? This place has a vibe, alright. Let's dive in, shall we? Get ready for some scatterbrained thoughts, because that's how I roll.
SEO & Essentials First, Because, You Know, Gotta Find This Place:
- Keywords: Baguio Homestay, Family Hotel Baguio, RR Homestay Review, Baguio Hotels, Family-Friendly Baguio, Wheelchair Accessible Baguio, Free WiFi Baguio, Baguio Spa, Baguio with Kids, Escape to Baguio, Serenity in Baguio
Right, so let's get the dry stuff out of the way. Accessibility: This is a mixed bag. They do have Facilities for disabled guests, which is great! But I couldn't specifically confirm full Wheelchair accessible across the whole property. CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, and Security [24-hour] made us feel safe, which is always a bonus. *Accessibility is definitely a query to make specifically when Booking.
Internet? Yeah, They Got That!
- Internet access – Check.
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! – Double Check! (Seriously, thank goodness!)
- Internet [LAN] – Probably, but I didn't need it.
- Internet services – Seems decent, haven't tested beyond basic browsing.
- Wi-Fi in public areas – No issues!
Okay, the Good Stuff: What Made us Actually Happy
We went with the kids, right? Hence the name "Family Fun Forever" (almost). Here's where RR Homestay really shines:
- For the Kids – Family/child friendly is an understatement. They had a play area, and I think there might have been Kids facilities (it's a hazy memory with the little monsters running around). Babysitting service is good to know, though we didn't need it. And the staff? They loved kids. Seriously, the smiles were genuine.
- Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: This is where the "almost forever" part comes in. Breakfast was included and while it wasn't exactly Michelin-star quality, it was satisfying. Asian breakfast, Western breakfast, and Breakfast [buffet] were all options, so everyone found something to eat. Coffee/tea in restaurant was a lifesaver. There's a Snack bar which saved us from hangry meltdowns more than once. They have Restaurants but a Room service [24-hour] is the bomb, especially when you just want to chill after a long day.
- Cleanliness and Safety: This is HUGE in my book. Cleanliness is phenomenal. Anti-viral cleaning products, Hand sanitizer everywhere, and Staff trained in safety protocol. Daily disinfection in common areas gives you peace of mind. Rooms sanitized between stays - I really appreciated that! Hygiene certification - they really tried to give you peace of mind, and in this period, it really means a lot.
Now for the Messy Bits, the Things That Made Me Go "Hmm…"
Alright, so no place is perfect. Here's the real tea (not the included tea, mind you):
- Spa-tacular? Mmm, Not So Much. They mention a Spa, Spa/sauna, Sauna, Massage, Body scrub, and Body wrap, but the availability wasn't always clear, and it wasn't a huge selling point. I'd call ahead to confirm, especially if a spa day is your top priority.
- Getting Around: Airport transfer – that's fantastic! Car park [free of charge] – another win! Taxi service – available, but you might have to call.
- The Room Itself (A Random, Rambling Thought): Our room… it was fine. Air conditioning was a blessing. Blackout curtains were life-saving for the kids. Free bottled water was a nice touch. BUT the Mirror was a bit weirdly placed. I almost walked into it multiple times while bleary-eyed at 6 AM. And the Soundproofing… well, let's just say you could hear the happy squeals of the kids next door. But hey, it's a Family Hotel!
- Dining: The A la carte in restaurant and Buffet in restaurant was ok. International cuisine in restaurant: They offered some, but I wouldn't expect a culinary revolution. They do, however, have Vegetarian restaurant.
One Magical Experience - The Pool with a View!
The Swimming pool [outdoor] at RR Homestay? Magnificent. That, I swear, is what I will never forget. It had a view! The sun going down, with golden sunlight, while the kids splashed and I sipped a cup of coffee, it was pure bliss. I swear, for those few hours, I felt like I was actually on vacation. Poolside bar was an amazing extra feature. The Pool with view gave them a serious leg up.
The Verdict: Worth It?
YES!
RR Homestay isn't perfect, but it's got a certain charm. It’s a solid choice. It's great for families, it’s clean, safe, and convenient. The staff is friendly and helpful. Would I go back? Absolutely, I would! The pool, the free WiFi, the smiles of the kids… it's worth all of it.
My Honest Recommendation:
If you're looking for a luxurious, stuffy experience, this isn't it. But if you’re looking for a comfortable, family-friendly base camp in Baguio, with a beautiful pool to unwind in, then absolutely Escape to Baguio's Serenity: Family Fun at RR Homestay!
My Quirky Rating: 4 out of 5 stars (minus one star for the slightly wonky mirror).
BOOKING OFFER!!!
Tired of the Same Old Vacation? Escape to Baguio's Serenity and Make Memories That Last!
Here's the Deal: Book your family getaway at RR Homestay for at least 3 nights and get:
- A Free Family Breakfast! Fuel up for your Baguio adventures with a complimentary breakfast for your whole brood. Asian, Western, or the buffet - eat your way through the day!
- One Free Day Entry for The Pool with a View! Treat the family to a splash in the magnificent Swimming pool [outdoor], and enjoy some sun with a refreshing cold drink at the Poolside bar!
- Free Wi-Fi always, to keep you connected!
Why RR Homestay?
- Family Fun! We're built for kids! We have a play area. And they love kids!
- Clean & Safe! We've got all the precautions to keep you happy!
- Relax & Recharge! Enjoy the Pool with a view. And finally, the Poolside bar!
- Convenient! Close to all the Baguio attractions (and the best restaurants!).
Hurry! This offer won't last forever! Book your family adventure at RR Homestay today and start making memories! Limited spots available! ```
Unleash the Beast: India's Wild Yak Mandi!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because we're heading to RR Homestay in Baguio, and let me tell you, this isn't going to be your perfectly curated Instagram feed. This is the real deal. The messy, beautiful, sometimes chaotic reality of a family trip.
RR Homestay: Baguio Family Adventure (aka. Surviving With Relatives in the City of Pines)
Day 1: Arrival & Altitude Adjustment (aka. The Great Luggage Debacle)
- Morning (6:00 AM): Ugh. Up before the birds, thanks to that flight from Manila. Airport? More like a slow-motion obstacle course with screaming toddlers and rogue luggage carts. My Auntie Edith nearly lost her dentures searching for her carry-on. Good thing she can't seem to actually lose her dentures, ever. They're practically glued to her gums by now. Gotta give her credit though, she always has the best travel snacks.
- (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM): Flight to Clark. Pray to the travel gods the plane doesn't fall apart (or that my screaming nephew settles down). Boarding the flight and it really feels like our lives are a movie.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 3:00 PM): Reached Baguio, Finally! The air immediately feels cooler, crisp, and totally different, like breathing in a giant peppermint. The drive to RR Homestay (thanks, Kuya Ben, for volunteering!) was breathtaking. The winding roads? Less breathtaking, more "hold-onto-your-gut-and-pray-you-don't-get-carsick" kind of thrilling.
- (3:00 PM - 4:00 PM): RR Homestay: Oh, the place is so cute. It's this charming little house with a porch swing, exactly what I pictured. The kids run around, aunties are chatting, uncles are setting up the outdoor grill- this must be paradise. The place is a classic Filipino family place.
- (4:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Unpacking and, more importantly, locating the emergency stash of chocolate biscuits (essential for sanity maintenance). Not gonna lie, the kids tore through their designated snacks, so I had to hide the good stuff. Shhhh, don't tell anyone.
- Evening (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM): Dinner at a local restaurant (forget the name, but the sisig was divine). My cousin, Miguel, tried ordering in Tagalog to impress his girlfriend, only to butcher every single word. The entire restaurant erupted in laughter, including us. But hey, at least he tried!
- (8:00 PM - 10:00 PM): Back to the Homestay. Everyone is talking, laughing, and singing karaoke, the night feels magical. We went to sleep late, but the night was an amazing memory.
Day 2: Exploring & Epiphanies (aka. I Almost Lost My Mind at the Market)
- Morning (7:00 AM): Wake up. It's colder than I expected in the house. Head to the bathroom, there is no hot water. Damn!
- (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM): Breakfast: Breakfast at the homestay with everyone. The breakfast is amazing. Baguio is so peaceful.
- Morning (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Burnham Park. This place is chaotic but good. We are having so much fun. We go to the boat and have fun.
- Afternoon (12:00 PM - 2:00 PM): Lunch. We are eating at a local eatery. So much delicious food and affordable price.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM): Session Road: OMG. Session Road. The traffic. The crowds. The sensory overload! It's like being thrust into a bustling, colourful hurricane of people. I swear, I saw a woman wearing a hat fashioned out of baguettes. Is that normal here? It was a challenge to walk around as people kept bumping into us.
- (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM): Going back, there is a small incident where my nephew accidentally spills his ice cream on my auntie's dress… Oh, the drama!
Day 3: Strawberry Fields & Souvenir Shenanigans (aka. The Great Haggling Game)
- Morning (8:00 AM): Wake up. No hot water, again. Okay, time to embrace the ice-cold shower. Maybe it builds character. Or just makes you colder?
- Morning (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM): Strawberry Farm: Oh, sweet, sweet strawberries! We went strawberry picking in La Trinidad, and it was the cutest damn thing. The kids were in heaven. My uncle tried to bargain with the farmer. God, it's embarrassing sometimes, but at least he got a good price.
- Afternoon (11:00 AM - 1:00 PM): Lunch with the family.
- (1:00 PM - 3:00 PM): Souvenir Shopping at the Night Market! Bargaining with the vendors is a sport in itself. Managed to haggle a cool price for a "genuine" wooden carving of a dragon. Let's hope it doesn't fall apart.
- Evening (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM): Farewell Dinner at our homestay, Everyone is sad, but we know this won't be the last.
- Evening (8:00 PM - 10:00 PM): Last karaoke session with everyone. Last hugs, laughs, and goodbyes. We will be back.
Day 4: Departure & Reflections (aka. Already Planning the Next Trip)
- Morning (6:00 AM): The dreaded packing. Saying goodbye to RR Homestay. That porch swing is pure magic, and I'm probably going to miss the delicious food.
- Morning (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM): The drive back to the airport was filled with sleepy goodbyes and promises to see each other again soon.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM): We're back in Manila, and it already feels different. This trip, despite its hiccups, was one of the best. It was a reminder that sometimes, the messier, more chaotic adventures are the ones we remember most fondly.
Thoughts and Imperfections:
- I missed out on a lot of things, like the botanical gardens and mines view park, but hey, that's life, right? There are things you can't do and things you will not be able to visit. Next time!
- Next time, I'm bringing a portable water heater and earplugs.
- I learned that my family is even more amazing and annoying than before.
- Baguio is beautiful, but it's the people, the food, and the shared moments that make it truly special.
- This trip wasn't perfect, but it was ours, and that's what matters.
This is the kind of itinerary that actually happens. It's raw, it's real, and it's probably going to be completely different for you. But that's the beauty of travel, isn't it? It's about embracing the unexpected, laughing at the mishaps, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Safe travels!
Escape to Paradise: Eco Adventure in Pratappur's Untamed Beauty
Escape to Baguio's Serenity: Family Fun at RR Homestay! (Probably) FAQ
Okay, so Baguio... RR Homestay... is it REALLY as idyllic as those Instagram influencers make it seem? Spill the tea.
Alright, buckle up buttercups. Let's be real. Idyllic? Maybe. But like, the *slightly* wonky, charming kind of idyllic. You know, the kind of place where you expect a perfectly curated Instagram post, but then your kid spills a mountain of spaghetti on the floor just as you're about to snap the pic? Yeah, that's RR Homestay. It *can* be breathtaking. The view of the mountains from the balcony? Gorgeous. Actually made me tear up the first morning. But then the second morning, the coffee machine threw a tantrum and decided to deposit hot, brown liquid EVERYWHERE. So, balance. Always balance. Think... fresh air, pine needles, and the faint, persistent smell of laundry detergent. And maybe a little chaos. It's the good kind, mostly.
The rooms - what's the sleeping situation? My kids are miniature tornadoes.
The rooms. Ah, the rooms. We stayed in the family room - because, you know, miniature tornadoes. It was... spacious. Not the minimalist, perfectly-arranged aesthetic the glossy magazines love, bless their cotton socks. More like "lived-in with love" (read: scattered toys and a suspicious stain on the carpet). The beds were comfy enough, I managed to get a decent night's sleep for once! And the kids? They had *room* to unleash the mini-tornadoes. Luckily, the homestay staff were super chill about it. I'm pretty sure my youngest attempted to 'redecorate' the walls with crayon. The beds are comfortable enough, the sheets are clean, and the pillows are... well, they're pillows. The only downfall is the walls are a tad too thin, and the neighbors have a loud snore. But hey, it is what it is.
Food, glorious food! What's the deal? Can I survive on just *that* adobo everyone raves about?
Okay, listen. The adobo *is* legendary. Seriously. Absolutely worth the hype. Like, I'm drooling just thinking about it. But... don't live on *just* adobo. (Although, trust me, it's tempting). RR Homestay offers breakfast, and it's pretty decent – the usual suspects: eggs, bacon, maybe some rice. They also have a kitchen you can use, which is a lifesaver if you're picky eaters like *my* kids (insert eye-roll here). There are also plenty of restaurants nearby. I recommend *try* the strawberry taho. It's a Baguio staple, and even *I* - who typically hates "healthy" things - devoured a whole cup. (Don't tell anyone). Eating out is relatively cheap as well so it's a win-win.
Activities! Beyond the Instagram shots of pine trees...what is there to do *really*?
Okay, okay, ditch the perfectly-posed shots for a moment. Baguio *is* more than just scenery. It's where the real magic happens. Of course, there's Burnham Park – a must. You can rent a boat, which the kids LOVED (until the inevitable sibling squabble about who got to steer). Mines View Park for the obligatory photo, but BEWARE the crowds! And Session Road at night – a total sensory overload of lights, sounds, and smells. We took the kids to the Baguio Museum. The most amazing place where you can learn all about the history plus some cool facts about the city. The kids had an absolute blast. The younger one, ran off playing hide and seek in the middle of the museum, so all in all, a great experience, and great childhood memory. Also, the camp john hay is a good place to chill, or go hiking. The pine trees are actually quite spectacular in person, I'm gonna be honest.
Is it *actually* family-friendly? My kids make a mess of everything.
Oh, honey. I *get* it. My kids could turn a pristine white room into a Jackson Pollock painting in approximately 3.2 seconds. RR Homestay *is* genuinely family-friendly. The staff are patient (bless them), there's space for the kids to run around (kinda), and they understand that kids are, well, kids. They're not going to judge you if your kid throws a tantrum in the middle of breakfast (it happened to me), or if you accidentally leave a trail of crumbs leading to your room (also happened to me). Just... pack extra wipes. And maybe a spare travel-sized bottle of sanity.
What about the weather? Is it freezing cold all the time?
Baguio weather...it's part of the charm, right? Yes, it's generally cooler than the lowlands. Yes, you'll want layers. Yes, you'll probably get caught in a sudden downpour at least once. I went in december, and it was freaking *freezing*! Bring a good jacket, some warm socks, and maybe a portable hand warmer to keep your spirits up. It can vary though. One day it can be sunshine, and the next, it's grey skies and a chill that goes straight to your bones. Pack for all eventualities. And embrace the cozy factor. Sitting by the fireplace with a hot chocolate after a day of exploring - pure bliss!
Is there Wi-Fi, because... #momlife.
Yes, there's Wi-Fi. Thank goodness! But... let's be honest. It's not always the most reliable. It's Baguio, after all, not Silicon Valley! It'll work well enough for checking emails, uploading the occasional photo of your precious kids, or desperately searching for answers to your parenting woes at 3 am (we've all been there). But don't expect to stream HD movies without a hitch. Also, be warned. The kids got *really* into online games one afternoon. They were so loud. I almost lost it. It's a vacation, though, right? Try to switch off, unplug, and connect with your family. That said, having the option of Wi-Fi is definitely a win.
Transportation woes...how do I get around? Car? Taxi? Is it *that* traffic?
Baguio traffic... *shudders*. It's legendary. If you can swing it, a car is helpful for getting to RR Homestay (it's a little outside theComfort Zone Inn
Post a Comment for "Escape to Baguio's Serenity: Family Fun at RR Homestay!"