I enjoy exploring various types of accommodations during my travels, ranging from homestays and hotels to pension houses, hostels, and even a traditional Tboli home. One standout experience from this year was my stay at Pinobretel Suites in General Santos City, which has become one of my favorite budget hotels.
When I travel, I adopt the mindset of avoiding expensive hotels if I plan to spend most of my time exploring outside. That said, I have no issue with hotels; in fact, I occasionally indulge in posh accommodations when I need to unwind and enjoy luxurious amenities. After all, who doesn't appreciate a bit of pampering now and then?
But as I mentioned earlier, when my goal is to explore new places, I prefer to opt for budget-friendly accommodations. Why? Because I see no reason to pay a high price when all I need is a comfortable bed. I don't mind sacrificing a little bit of luxury if the place is safe and meets my basic needs.
Last summer, when my friends Philip, CJ, and I visited General Santos City and stayed at Pinobretel Suites, I was thoroughly impressed by everything we encountered. Normally, when I think of budget hotels, my expectations for amenities and service are modest. However, our experience at this hotel completely defied those expectations. Far from being pinobre, everything about Pinobretel Suites exceeded our expectations!
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Standard room in Pinobretel Suites
Their standard room, priced at Php 750 (approximately 15 USD), featured a private toilet, hot and cold shower, a mini-cabinet, air conditioning, Cable TV, and even included a complimentary breakfast.
My favorite spot in the hotel is the second-floor lobby. It's furnished with comfortable couches and chairs where guests can relax for hours. From personal experience, it's also the ideal place for accessing the Internet. Just outside the lobby is a small veranda overlooking the street, offering a pleasant view of Mt. Matutum depending on the weather.
On clear and sunny days, you can see Mt. Matutum here. It was foggy when I took this picture.Pinobretel Suites surely felt like home, and it felt even more homely when I got the chance to play the piano again. Memories from my childhood of performing for my family in our own living room came rushing back the moment my fingers touched the keys. It was a comforting and nostalgic experience to play the piano once more.
One standout feature of this hotel is its versatile game room, which doubles as a spacious function area capable of accommodating up to 200 guests. It serves as an excellent venue for a wide range of events including seminars, workshops, birthdays, weddings, conventions, and other special occasions.
Pinobretel Suites Location
Pinobretel Suites is situated between Tiongson Arcade and the DepEd GenSan Division Office. It is pretty much accessible via public transportation. There is a convenience store right beside the hotel and several eateries a few blocks away.
If you have any questions regarding the updated room rates and for reservations, you may contact their Reservations & Front Desk numbers: (+63 83) 302 9149 (landline) and(+63 925) 344 3346 (mobile). You may also visit their official website and Facebook page.
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Disclaimer: My entire stay was sponsored by Pinobretel Suites. All thoughts & opinions expressed in this post are solely my own and do not express the views or opinions of the sponsor.