Manila will appeal to those who are attracted by the unique charm of colorful, bustling, multicultural metropolises in Southeast Asia. There is much to see for enthusiasts of historical attractions — the old district of Intramuros, Fort Santiago, old Catholic churches, and interesting museums.
Nature lovers will enjoy Paco Park and José Rizal Park, the botanical garden, and the zoo. The Manila Ocean Park is a great place to visit with the whole family — it features an aquarium, fish, birds, and attractions. For shopping fans, there are various markets, malls, and shopping centers where you can buy everything from sea delicacies to exclusive local artworks. At night, numerous bars and clubs shine with neon lights and sound with music.
There are excellent places for family vacations — theme parks with attractions for both adults and children. And if you choose 4-star hotels in Manila, your trip will be comfortable and quite budget-friendly.
Hilton Manila 4*
The stylish glass facade of the modern building overlooks a large, beautifully designed open pool with turquoise water, divided into different zones. According to former guests, it is perfect for families with children. Next to it, the Freestyle pool bar operates, and the entire perimeter is well-equipped for relaxation.
Guests are welcomed into spacious rooms and suites with double-height ceilings, original lighting, and elegant interiors.
You can expect a buffet or à la carte breakfast at the Kusina restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open all day. The authentic Chinese restaurant Hua Tin operates à la carte. Guests enjoy cocktails in the Port bar and the Madison lounge bar.
The fitness center is open 24 hours. Staying here, you won’t lack entertainment — the Hilton is connected by an overhead walkway to the Newport World Resorts entertainment complex. Here you can shop, dine in luxurious restaurants and bars, visit cinemas, casinos, and attend one of the many shows held here: live concerts, world-class musicals, and theatrical performances that always attract large audiences.
Guests praise the location — the most famous city attractions can be reached within 15 minutes.
Seda Residences Makati 4*
Located on the capital’s main thoroughfare — Ayala Avenue, the “Madison Avenue of the Philippines.” The avenue passes through the central business district of Makati. Nearby is the Ayala Center shopping complex, consisting of several malls. The nearest to Seda — Greenbelt, has 5 buildings where you will find various shops, boutiques of global and local brands, food courts and restaurants, cinemas, and other entertainment venues.
At Seda, you will find deluxe and premier studio rooms, suites, and apartments with 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms. The interiors are minimalist, in light gray and cream tones with blue and red accents.
On the 35th floor, there is a spacious restaurant and bar on a panoramic terrace — offering a luxurious view of Manila Bay, with an unforgettable sunset scene.
The 19th floor is dedicated to the comfort of residents — here you can swim in the large open pool with clear turquoise water, work out in the bright fitness room, and relax in the “e-lounge,” where you can sit with a MacBook, relax on comfortable sofas, and socialize with other guests. There is a cute playroom for children.
Somerset Central Salcedo Makati 4*
The modern high-rise towers over the business district of Makati — here you can stay in studio rooms and apartments with different numbers of bedrooms. This new place of rest is characterized by an original and memorable design of residential and public spaces — a unique interpretation of high-tech style in captivating shades of gray and beige, with well-thought-out lighting schemes.
At Nonya café, they offer not only local and international menus but also dishes from Malaysia and Singapore. Within walking distance, there is an Italian restaurant, Starbucks, and a Chinese bistro, as well as the small charming Jaime C. Velasquez Park.
To stay in shape, there is an open panoramic pool (nicely decorated with live greenery) and a spacious gym. Guests with babies can use nanny services, and a mini-club is available for older children.
Guests praise the beautiful view from the windows and the attentive attitude of the staff. Somerset is a good choice if you love shopping — the Greenbelt and Glorietta malls are 15 and 20 minutes away by a leisurely walk. These large shopping complexes are equipped with entertainment areas for all family members.
Citadines Bay City Manila 4*
In what appears to be an ordinary high-rise building, you will find ultra-modern design in public spaces and traditional, stylishly decorated, cozy, and compact rooms in three categories: deluxe studio, premier studio, and one-bedroom apartments. The dominant color in the interiors is calm blue.
You can cook yourself in the small kitchen in the room or visit the Bay City café — a buffet is served, and you can also have lunch and dinner there. Another option is the pizzeria, café-bar, and restaurant located just 100 meters from the entrance to Citadines.
On the 5th floor, there is a 25-meter open pool with a children’s section and a well-equipped fitness room where both individual and group classes are held.
The location in the Pasay district-city offers many conveniences within walking distance: malls, shops, various dining establishments, and nightclubs.
Nearby is the W.Mall shopping center, and the largest shopping center in the Philippines, Mall of Asia, can be reached within a few minutes’ walk. It is worth dedicating a whole day to visiting it — it is a true mini-city with many stores and entertainment areas.
Holiday Inn & Suites Makati, an IHG Hotel 4*
Located in the business district of Makati, near Ayala Avenue, and close to the large Glorietta and Greenbelt malls where you can buy literally everything — from groceries to luxury brand clothing, and visit numerous entertainment zones and venues. There are 348 rooms and suites, decorated in soft, pleasant light tones.
The Flavors restaurant is open all day. At Citron café, there is an Asian and Western menu, and the Oz rooftop bar-restaurant specializes in Asian delicacies.
The excellent open pool is decorated with live greenery. There is a fitness center. A free program is organized for children — if your young travelers are under 12, they can stay and even eat for free.
All former guests note the convenient location of the Holiday Inn, the politeness and friendliness of the staff, and the quality service — they praise the pool, the equipment, and the cleanliness of the rooms.
Novotel Manila Araneta City Hotel 4*
The well-known hotel chain chose the “Philippine Hollywood” or the “Entertainment Capital” — Quezon City, for a good reason. You certainly won’t be bored here. It is within walking distance of four public transport stops and two buildings of the impressive Gateway shopping complex.
The hotel has 401 rooms: superior, executive, deluxe, and two types of suites, all spacious with elegant and expressive interior design. Guests can also enjoy a cozy panoramic lounge decorated with giant woven lamp shades.
You can dine at Food Exchange Manila (international cuisine and buffet), Gourmet bar, and Prana Indian restaurant. On the 1st floor, there is a pastry shop + ice cream store, and on the 6th floor, there is a pool bar where oysters are served on Thursdays, and a DJ plays in the evenings.
There is a fitness center and the InBalance spa with a steam bath and professional masseuses. There are two outdoor pools, one for adults and one for children.
Next to the children’s pool is a play area. There is a mini-club with a colorful playroom, including a playhouse where kids can stand upright. Families with children are welcome here, and guests are delighted, with many compliments directed at the pleasant, hospitable staff.
Coro Hotel 4*
You will stay in a modern and compact high-rise building in the Makati district. The hotel includes cozy superior rooms and spacious suites — you can choose a variant with a balcony or a mini-kitchen. You will like the carefully thought-out, restrained, and elegant design of the interiors.
Meals are organized in the Mezzo Food Hall restaurant. On the roof, next to the excellent outdoor pool with a panoramic view, which consistently receives compliments from guests, there is the Coda Wet bar with a great cocktail menu.
There is a gym with modern equipment. A visit to the Sonata spa is recommended for anyone feeling excessive tension or chronic fatigue — the masseuses here are excellent. For young guests, there is a compact but quite functional play area.
Former guests find this place convenient and well-located — you can visit the Poblacion park with a children’s playground and an indoor tennis court or stroll through the numerous cafes, malls, and entertainment venues of Makati.
Belmont Hotel Manila 4*
You can reach here via an overhead walkway directly from the airport. You will stay in the Newport World Resorts entertainment complex, which includes a mall, a three-story casino, cafes and restaurants, nightclubs, cinemas, and the Newport Performing Arts Theater. The complex is located in the prestigious Pasay district — many guests of the Philippine capital compare it to Los Angeles.
Rooms include standard, superior, family, and deluxe options. All are bright, stylish, and cozy, though quite compact. The windows overlook the city or the airport.
Guests praise the diverse menu of the Belmont restaurant, where you can have breakfast, lunch, and dinner à la carte. On the roof is a panoramic pool with a pool bar, popular with families with children. There is a spacious fitness center with the most in-demand equipment. After excursions and city walks, you can relax in the spa complex with a steam bath, sauna, and jacuzzi.
Manila’s city center, with all its attractions, is within 9 km, but it is easy to reach by any public transport.
Kingsford Hotel Manila 4*
The 18-story building, belonging to the Filipino hotel corporation Megaworld, invites you to its 519 deluxe, junior suite, and suite rooms with panoramic windows and cheerful interiors in light tones with golden, lilac, and blue details.
Kingsford Café, stylishly decorated with wall mirror panels with drawings, lamps, and retro-style chairs, has an interesting concept. The chef team studied menus from countries with royal families and selected the best dishes from them. Here, Eastern and Western culinary traditions are elegantly combined. The Zabana bar has a good wine list. For those who want to take a “snack” on an excursion, there is a fast-food station with sandwiches and juices.
On the 6th floor is the spa & wellness zone: an outdoor infinity pool, pool bar, gym, and bath complex consisting of a sauna and steam bath.
Staying here, you can visit E-City — the gaming and entertainment complex called the City of Entertainment, where numerous casinos and other establishments are located.
Winford Manila Resort and Casino 4*
Guests are impressed with the elegant decor and beautiful lighting from the moment they step into the lobby. The 128 deluxe and suite rooms are done in pleasant tones with Asian nuances in the interiors. They are spacious and extremely comfortable, maintaining perfect cleanliness. Guests consider this place the best for family travel.
The restaurant offers Chinese and Spanish menus. The buffet breakfast has received rave reviews from guests — delicious and varied.
The outdoor pool around the perimeter of the building allows you to enjoy the cityscape while swimming. The fitness center’s size allows the whole family to train together.
The well-equipped gaming zone on the 2nd floor is very popular. The casino is versatile and diverse, suitable for fans of traditional table games and slot machines.
Tournaments are held for the most enthusiastic players. The Hippodrome lounge bar serves various alcoholic drinks to your taste, and live music always plays. Local stars periodically perform here.
Hotel H2O 4*
This is a unique themed place to stay — if you love the romance of the sea, you simply must stay at this fabulous complex, partially located directly on the water of Manila Bay! H2O is located on the grounds of the Manila Ocean Park aquarium in Rizal Park.
There are 128 rooms and suites with stunning decor — you probably have never stayed in a room where a large aquarium with colorful marine inhabitants is built directly into the wall. Panoramic glazing allows you to enjoy views of the bay and the endless sea horizon. The suites are decorated with sandalwood, marble, natural textiles, and modern art objects.
Gourmets who prefer cuisines from different countries will love staying here. You can get Italian pizza, hot dishes from the “retro grill,” and Asian rice masterpieces. The garden café and White Moon bar are open. And the pan-Asian “gastronomic village” Makansutra offers a huge selection of various dishes from all regions of vast Asia.
The outdoor pool is equipped with hydro-massage installations. Zenyu Eco Spa offers modern, eco-friendly, and innovative spa services from Japan.
You won’t have to think about entertainment. This is an ideal option for families with children. The most interesting and educational places are just steps away. These include the aquarium, the penguin park, the eerie serpentarium with a live collection of all crawling creatures — from bugs and spiders to large snakes, and bird and sea lion shows. There are souvenir shops where you can find thematic sea-related souvenirs and children’s toys.
The Bayleaf Intramuros 4*
The name matches the reality — you will be staying in the heart of Manila’s famous historical district, next to its enclosing wall. The unusual architecture of the building looks especially impressive with lighting at night. Nearby is a beautiful green zone and a 24-hour store, within walking distance of Rizal Park and all famous attractions.
Guests can choose from deluxe and suite rooms with colorful accents in light interiors: choose the color you like — deep blue, olive, purple, or cheerful orange.
At Raffaele restaurant, you will find a transparent interior (walls and ceiling made of glass) and various kinds of Italian pizza, while 9 Spoons offers an international menu. Cioccolata Churros café offers delightful desserts and fresh pastries with coffee, and the Sky Deck bar invites you for cocktails and various local snacks, with a 360-degree panoramic view of Intramuros.
There is an outdoor pool on the premises. Guests note the cleanliness of the rooms and the excellent location — nearby are malls, restaurants, mini-markets, and museums.
Savoy Hotel Manila 4*
This vacation spot of the world-renowned “Savoy” chain is located in Pasay. The modern 10-story building is located along Andrews Avenue.
The hotel consists exclusively of suites ranging from 21 to 50 m² with panoramic glazing, stylish interiors, and beautiful textiles — there are 684 in total. The windows offer stunning views of the cityscapes.
Guests dine at the Savoy café, which is open all day with an international and local menu. There is a bar with an extensive drink menu. Literally, a few steps away are restaurants and other dining establishments, both Asian and Western. Nearby, you will find the Resorts World Manila entertainment complex and the Newport Mall.
There is a convenient lounge where you can socialize and sit quietly with a laptop, a comfortable and clean pool with a pool bar, and the Move wellness center — it has a spa, sauna, and gym.
You will need to take public transport to reach the main attractions of the Philippine capital, but the nearest city train station is a 5-7 minute walk away.
Golden Phoenix Hotel Manila 4*
Located in a quiet and clean area of Pasay, you need to walk just over a kilometer to the grand Mall of Asia shopping complex. Within walking distance are metro and ground public transport stations. Nearby are several park areas, the famous cockfighting arena, the botanical garden, and the zoo.
Room categories include superior, deluxe, and suite, with interiors predominantly in soothing beige and cream tones. The Gold Spice restaurant menu is diverse: Middle Eastern, Chinese, Filipino, American dishes, and seafood are offered.
Guests have access to an open panoramic pool — small, but according to reviews, convenient and popular. The fitness center is spacious and clearly designed for group workouts. In the spa center, you can get traditional high-quality Filipino massage services.
Former guests note the friendly and always helpful staff and the good location — if you live near the Mall of Asia, you don’t have to worry about finding entertainment: there is enough for the whole family.
The B Hotel Quezon City 4*
Staying here, you will live in the Philippine Hollywood — Quezon City, which was the capital of the Philippines from 1949 to 1976 and is called the “city of stars” because major film studios are located here and most Filipino actors and actresses live here.
Quezon City, adjacent to Manila in the southwest, has earned the nickname “Entertainment Capital” — so this industry is well-developed here. There are many historical and cultural attractions, a botanical garden, a zoo, and a tourist zone in the Kamuning district: nightclubs, chic dining establishments, spa centers, and shops.
The complex has an excellent location (many tourist infrastructure facilities are nearby) and expressive minimalist design of the superior rooms and suites — the interiors are done in natural gray and brown tones. They have everything necessary for comfort — and nothing extra.
On the 2nd floor in the lobby is a café open all day — serving a breakfast buffet with international cuisine. On the 1st floor is a paradise for meat lovers: Johnny’s Steak & Grill, serving fabulous steaks (both meat and fish) with all possible side dishes and sauces. On the 3rd floor, there is a pool bar, and also functioning are a mezzanine bar and a pastry corner on the 2nd floor with coffee, a variety of pastries (you’ll love the cakes), sandwiches, and salads.
On the level of the 3rd floor, there is a small pool with a panoramic view of the city. There is also a gym and the Prettylooks beauty center, offering all kinds of cosmetic services.
