While I have not sampled every villa in Pampanga, I have done a fair few through my work in the stag party arena. And I have to say that not only is Casa J Private Villa one of if not the best, it is also frankly ridiculous.
And I mean that in the best possible way, as in Angeles Beach Club type ridiculous. This is the place to stay if you have a group, or merely a few mates coming to Angeles City and its surrounding fun.
What the Angeles City
Angeles City is one of those places that grew out of chaos and sin into something that somehow still makes sense. Originally a small agricultural town, it shot to fame during the American era when Clark Air Base became one of the largest US military installations outside of the States. With that came the nightlife, the girls, the bars, and the famous Fields Avenue, a street that has seen more madness than most capital cities.
When the Americans left in the 1990s people thought Angeles would die. Instead it just evolved. Today it is a neon soaked playground for expats, stag parties, and anyone who likes a bit of edge with their fun. Beyond the debauchery there are golf courses, spas, international restaurants, and one of the best Koreatowns in the Philippines.
The Casa J Villa Amenities
This place is freaking insane, having six rooms of similar size with twin or double beds, and a few even with ensuites. It is spread across two floors with a balcony overlooking a lush garden and private swimming pool. But that is not what sets it apart.
No, what makes Casa J truly legendary is the entertainment on offer. There is a karaoke stage outside, a proper pool table, table tennis, chess, a fully equipped kitchen, and even a cinema room. There is also a barbecue area, an outdoor bar, a jacuzzi, and more LED lights than an EDM festival. Full use was made of all of the above, let me tell you.
Amenities include
- Private swimming pool and jacuzzi
- Six bedrooms some with ensuite bathrooms
- Karaoke setup
- Billiard table and table tennis
- Movie theatre room
- Full kitchen with dining area
- Outdoor barbecue and bar area
- Fast WiFi and smart TVs
- Secure gated parking
- Air conditioning throughout
- Owners with discretion…
It is basically a private party compound with all the comfort of a small hotel, except you and your crew are the only guests.
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Location Location Location
Casa J Villa sits tucked away in a quiet residential area of Balibago, just a few minutes drive from the madness of Fields Avenue. It is far enough to enjoy some peace but close enough that you can be in the thick of it with a five minute Grab ride. From the villa you can walk to small local bars, sari sari stores, and some genuinely good Filipino and Korean restaurants. The neighbourhood has a friendly laid back vibe, locals give you a nod rather than a side eye.
Grab prices at the time of writing are around 100 pesos to SM Clark, 120 pesos to Fields Avenue, 120 to Baby Dolls, 140 to High Society, 100 to Red Light District, and about 200 to Clark Airport. The villa complex itself has 24 hour security, with guards who actually do their job and only let in guests who are supposed to be there. For Angeles that is gold.
How to Book Casa J Villa
Casa J Villa usually runs around 500 US dollars a night depending on season, but you are getting what you pay for, an entire private resort that can host up to 20 people in style. It is listed exclusively on Airbnb and that is where you will find the most up to date availability.
The owners are ridiculously helpful if shit needs fixing, but for the most part just leave you alone, which is what you really want.
To Summarize
Location, amenities, price, ambience and helpfulness of the owners make Casa J Villa THE place to party in Angeles City. This is so much so that it has inspired me to revamp Asia Stag like a phoenix from the flames.
One day at least, perhaps when I grow up…..