Manila Hotels

Manila Hotels

The colorful and lively city of Manila is split into 16 separate districts, each of which has its own personality, from serious business areas to party hubs. Along the shores of Manila Bay you’ll find golden sandy beaches with clear waters full of coral and tropical fish. The city is also a paradise for shoppers, with huge malls and shopping centers spread across the districts offering low prices on luxury goods.

Things to see

The ultra-modern SM Mall of Asia can be spotted by the huge globe outside, and once you enter the mall you’ll find stores from around the world. Over 2 floors you’ll find local and international brands, a large department store, an ice rink, and a hypermarket. Those looking for luxury goods should head for the Greenbelt Shopping Mall, a stylish glass-fronted mall which hosts some of the biggest brands in the world, all in a contemporary and sophisticated environment. SM North EDSA is a sprawling megamall on the outskirts of town where you can pick up bargain clothes and home ware, and under the impressive Skydome you’ll find a wide selection of casual restaurants and cafés. In the city center you’ll find Bonifacio High Street which has upmarket boutiques and restaurants along palm-tree lined streets, and in this lively district you’ll find contemporary sculptures and performance artists giving it a party atmosphere. Greenhills is the best place to pick up authentic local goods, and you’ll find colorful market stalls both outdoors and under the high roof, with piles of jewelry, clothing, and shoes everywhere you look.

Hotels in Manila

If you decide to travel in Manila and the surrounding areas, you’ll find plenty of accommodation options to suit your needs. The city attracts visitors from business people to backpackers, and the wide range of hotels cater to their different needs. Hotels with 2 to 3 stars are most common, with extra features such as complimentary WiFi, tour and ticket assistance, free parking, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning services. Guestrooms also have plenty of extra amenities such as air-conditioning, LCD televisions, refrigerators, slippers, daily housekeeping, and extra towels to ensure a comfortable stay.

Where to stay

The Makati area of Manila is well-known for being the major financial district of the city and the whole of the Philippines. You’ll find gleaming skyscrapers and busy streets full of business people scurrying around. It’s also home to many major department stores full of high-end stores and boutiques housed in contemporary, glass-fronted buildings. Ermita is the party center of Manila, with neon soaked nightclubs, buzzing casinos, and busy restaurants. It’s also where you’ll find the local government buildings, with traditionally styled architecture and colorful streets. Malate is one of the oldest parts of the city with classic examples of Spanish colonial style buildings, several parks, and the Baywalk area which overlooks the sandy beaches.

How to get to Manila

Manila International Airport is located just south of the city, with the cab ride taking under half an hour. The Manila Light Rail Transit System is a short walk from the terminal, and you can take a direct connection to Araneta Center-Cubao LRT Station which is close to many of the major hotels and tourist attractions. Manila Sucat Station is in the Muntinlupa region, with regular services on the Commuter Express line taking visitors from the suburbs to the heart of the city.