**Review of Taal Vista Lodge Stay** (February 25, 2025)
I recently stayed at Taal Vista Lodge and had a mixed experience. Here’s a breakdown of my stay:
1. **Room Reservation:** I originally reserved a Superior King Suite with a choice between a Taal Lake view or Mountain side. I chose the lake view, but upon checking in, I was assigned the farthest building, the last room on the topmost level near the fire escape, with no view at all. Unfortunately, no one assisted me with my luggage up two flights of stairs outside of the building. My room faced the Mountain side, but all I could see was the corner of the building. This was quite disappointing.
2. **Spa Experience:** The spa, however, was highly recommendable. The masseuse was on point, and the price was very reasonable. This was definitely a highlight of my stay.
3. **Staff Service:** The staff service was below par, scoring a 3 out of 5. My wife had stayed here three months ago and recommended the hotel, but my experience was just okay.
Considering I paid $126 for an overnight stay in this area, my expectations were higher, especially given the hotel’s ratings. Overall, I would rate my stay a 3 out of 5.