Title: Saint Honore Condo Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Saint Honore Condo Condo connected to the convention centre in Iloilo with 20 restaurants ## Photo gallery for Saint Honore Condo ![Restaurant - Saint Honore Condo (Iloilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102520000/102510700/102510689/3bd44eb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception - Saint Honore Condo (Iloilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102520000/102510700/102510689/4121d5bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers - Saint Honore Condo (Iloilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102520000/102510700/102510689/52e9036c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Saint Honore Condo (Iloilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102520000/102510700/102510689/63341c9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Saint Honore Condo (Iloilo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102520000/102510700/102510689/48a9699c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located close to SM City Iloilo, Saint Honore Condo provides a corner/local shop, an art gallery on-site and a shopping centre on-site. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, aromatherapy and a body wrap at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 20 on-site restaurants. In addition to 2 coffee shops/cafes and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire condo 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2409 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Saint Honore Condo Condo connected to the convention centre in Iloilo with 20 restaurants Along with 20 restaurants, this smoke-free condo building has a full-service spa and an indoor pool. Additionally, an outdoor pool, 20 bars/lounges and a fitness centre are on-site. Each condo provides a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. Guests will appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and an electric kettle, while a Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix provide a bit of entertainment. Saint Honore Condo offers 350 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Accommodation at this 4-star condo has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Iloilo condo provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include rice cookers and an iron/ironing board. An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. The on-site spa has 6 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, Swedish massages and Thai massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - 6 treatment rooms - Aromatherapy - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Couples treatment rooms - Deep-tissue massages - Detox wraps - Facials - Full-service spa - Indoor pool - Manicures/pedicures - Outdoor pool - Pool loungers - Reflexology - Sports massages - Swedish massages - Thai massages ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 1 kilometres - Bus station shuttle (surcharge) - Casino shuttle (surcharge) - Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge) - Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge) - Car hire - Car recommended - Onsite parking available only on request - Uncovered parking on site (PHP 35 per day) - Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cleaning supplies - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Microwave - Mixer - Paper towels - Rice cooker - Spices - Tea bags/instant coffee ### Dining - 2 coffee shops/cafes - 20 bars/lounges - 20 restaurants - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Pillowtop mattress ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Rainfall showerhead - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Toothbrush and toothpaste ### Living spaces - Window screens ### Entertainment - 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels - Art gallery - Evening entertainment - Karaoke - Netflix - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - 2 meeting rooms - 900 square feet of conference space - Business centre ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets or service animals ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 4 steps to reach entrance - Accessible bus station shuttle - Area rug in room - Area rugs in public areas - Bathroom emergency pull cord - Doorbell and phone notification - Front entrance ramp - Hand-held showerhead - Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high) - Lever door handles - Lift (213 centimetre wide door) - Thin carpet in room - Tile flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in room - Visual doorbell notification - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Blackout drapes - Free bottled water - Grocery/convenience store - Hair salon - Iron/ironing board - Luggage storage - Safe ### Location highlights - Connected to a convention centre - Connected to a shopping centre - In a business district - In a shopping district - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a metro station - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the boardwalk/promenade ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Designer stores - Gym - Shopping centre - Bicycle rentals nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Outdoor lighting - Security system - Fire extinguisher ### General - 1 building - 10 floors - 350 units - Access via exterior corridors - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Built in 2023 - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - Individual furnishings - Property does not allow children - Traditional architecture - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Comfort Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Pool Access | Living room | 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110060000/110057800/110057782/255948f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### One Spatial Iloilo Iloilo - 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cash deposit: PHP 5000 per accommodation, per stay - Cash Breakage deposit: PHP 2000 per stay - A damage deposit of PHP 2000 will be collected before check-in. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Uncovered self-parking fee: PHP 35 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking and access to the public bath facility This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and outdoor lighting This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Saint Honore Condo Condo Saint Honore Condo Iloilo Saint Honore Condo Condo Iloilo ## About the area Located in Iloilo, Saint Honore Condo is connected to a shopping centre. Iloilo Museum and Guimaras Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include The Molo Mansion and Nelly Garden. Oro Verde Mango Farm and San Lorenzo Wind Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Iloilo travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Iloilo.dx1588) [View more Condo rentals in Iloilo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Iloilo-Condos.d1588-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C10.71398%2C122.54659&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=x7m3Ezko-f_9qTSI5DL2npIxGWI=) Festive Walk Parade, Iloilo, Western Visayas, 5000 ### What's nearby - Iloilo Convention Center 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - SM City Iloilo 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Plazuela de Iloilo 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - QualiMed Hospital 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Iloilo Esplanade 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Iloilo (ILO-Iloilo Intl.) 31 min drive ### Restaurants - Starbucks One Techno Place 3 min walk - The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf 5 min walk - Chatime 3 min drive - Coffee Break Elite 6 min walk - KFC 5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Saint Honore Condo have a pool? ### Is Saint Honore Condo pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Saint Honore Condo ? ### What time is check-in at Saint Honore Condo ? ### What time is check-out at Saint Honore Condo ? ### Where is Saint Honore Condo located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Saint Honore Condo Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caesar 16 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The Condo was nice and located in a very nice area! ##### Caesar Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosalyn 9 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication It’s very clean. Quiet. Complete with all amenities. Walking distance to Festive Mall. Super host kept in touch and made sure I have everything I need. ##### Rosalyn Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ragnar 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing, felt like home. 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