turkel
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Marriott Shadow Ridge
Marriott Grand Chateau
We arrived after dark on Sunday so our first glimpse of the resort came early Monday. Since we had never been here prior our only request was to be on a high floor. There are 4 levels and we where placed on the 4 th floor room 1143. The property is quite sprawling and the pathways uneven. I would think guests needing a flat even hazard free surface would have difficulty here.
We have a pond and jungle view. Which really is quite lovely and gives a feeling of privacy. Our villa is located closest to the quiet adult pool. After visiting the opposite side pool which seemed to be "nicer" and more private based on its design we have decided the pool closest to our villa is our preferred location.
This large property has 3 pools with the middle pool being part of the JW Marriott resort. It seems the JW is interconnected with the timeshare in a way we have not experienced before. Since arriving on Sunday we have received 2 notices. The first the pool closest to us will be closed all day from 6 am until 7 pm for a private party on Tuesday and the second was the Beach closest to us will be closed on Wednesday evening for a private party and fireworks display.
Contrary to others recommendations we did rent a car. We spent much of the day driving along the coast sightseeing and planning where we may want to return. We do not regret our decision to rent a car. I will say though that I personally wouldn't drive. My husband has a unique skill set for this and feels perfectly comfortable behind the wheel. I have only gasped once and a few reminders from my husband which side of the car is my side has helped. Although most maps only show the major highways and not the "streets" we never felt lost and found some hidden gems. Patong Beach is not one of these hidden gems. Overcrowded with 20 something's, a place we were happy just to drive through.
Not sure what's on the agenda today. Hubby says he wants a day of rest, with the pool closest to us closed I am not sure where we'll end up.
We have a pond and jungle view. Which really is quite lovely and gives a feeling of privacy. Our villa is located closest to the quiet adult pool. After visiting the opposite side pool which seemed to be "nicer" and more private based on its design we have decided the pool closest to our villa is our preferred location.
This large property has 3 pools with the middle pool being part of the JW Marriott resort. It seems the JW is interconnected with the timeshare in a way we have not experienced before. Since arriving on Sunday we have received 2 notices. The first the pool closest to us will be closed all day from 6 am until 7 pm for a private party on Tuesday and the second was the Beach closest to us will be closed on Wednesday evening for a private party and fireworks display.
Contrary to others recommendations we did rent a car. We spent much of the day driving along the coast sightseeing and planning where we may want to return. We do not regret our decision to rent a car. I will say though that I personally wouldn't drive. My husband has a unique skill set for this and feels perfectly comfortable behind the wheel. I have only gasped once and a few reminders from my husband which side of the car is my side has helped. Although most maps only show the major highways and not the "streets" we never felt lost and found some hidden gems. Patong Beach is not one of these hidden gems. Overcrowded with 20 something's, a place we were happy just to drive through.
Not sure what's on the agenda today. Hubby says he wants a day of rest, with the pool closest to us closed I am not sure where we'll end up.