Manila Hotels

[Mogwai]

Narrowed down my hotels to three medium priced hotels, all have pools but only the hotel by the greenview mall offers a breakfast option for two for a few bucks more. The hotels are the Berjaya hotel, the 1898 Hotel Colonia and the Prince Plaza II Condotel. I like having a couch in the room which the Prince Plaza has. I'd guess being close to the mall would allow me to find freelancers as well as meet any internet girls before taking them back to the hotel. So what's the better option: being close to Burgos or close enough for a quick taxi ride? But I'm also looking for a hassle free hotel where I can easily bring back multiple girls without an issue.

I've stayed at the Berjaya a few times which was ok for a couple of days. The upside is that most of the rooms are facing a quiet side street. The downside is that the rooms are not very well kept (eg. sticky furniture). The Berjaya has a breakfast buffet so I guess they offer a breakfast option for two as well.

I've stayed near Greenbelt too a few times (but not at the hotels you mention) and that was much better than staying near Burgos. Better and more food options and a nicer environment overall.

[Mogwai]

P.S. I hate auto correct changing tower letters to words.

Then please click on 'Edit Post' after you have uploaded your post and correct the auto correct. It will not auto correct twice.

[X Man]

I have nothing good to say about Berjaya. Reception was a bit rude. And they wanted to charge me extra for an early check in. When checking out they demanded to see the receipt for the deposit.

Narrowed down my hotels to three medium priced hotels, all have pools but only the hotel by the greenview mall offers a breakfast option for two for a few bucks more. The hotels are the Berjaya hotel, the 1898 Hotel Colonia and the Prince Plaza II Condotel. I like having a couch in the room which the Prince Plaza has. I'd guess being close to the mall would allow me to find freelancers as well as meet any internet girls before taking them back to the hotel. So what's the better option: being close to Burgos or close enough for a quick taxi ride? But I'm also looking for a hassle free hotel where I can easily bring back multiple girls without an issue.

[Breadman]

Narrowed down my hotels to three medium priced hotels, all have pools but only the hotel by the greenview mall offers a breakfast option for two for a few bucks more. The hotels are the Berjaya hotel, the 1898 Hotel Colonia and the Prince Plaza II Condotel. I like having a couch in the room which the Prince Plaza has. I'd guess being close to the mall would allow me to find freelancers as well as meet any internet girls before taking them back to the hotel. So what's the better option: being close to Burgos or close enough for a quick taxi ride? But I'm also looking for a hassle free hotel where I can easily bring back multiple girls without an issue.

[Kabul Guy]

In my experience AirBnb often offers better value for money than hotels, especially for stays longer than a couple of nights when cleaning fee is spread across the nights. I was looking for a place in Makati for the upcoming trip in March, was wondering if anyone has any specific tips at least about the condo complexes to look at?

Also, what is the story for bringing visitors? Some listings flat out say this is not allowed, some even say its not allowed by condo rules. Some are silent on this issue. In the past, I've had mixed experiences in other countries where some places completely refused to allow a girl in, some were somewhat hesitant, some didn't have any issue with it. What is the norm in Manila and again does anyone have tips for proven girl-friendly condos?

Thanks so much everyone!!

I stayed at Jazz Residence a few times. Most places I got were Airbnb but also took a 6 month lease there.

Even though some places say no visitors it is up to the guards to enforce. I stayed in Towers A,'be' and 'see' the and in all of them never had an issue with visitors, sometimes 3 or 4 at a time. Never saw an ad for tower see so cannot comment on it.

If they come alone or obviously look like working girls they will be asked to sign in and leave ID. No call to your room for verification coming or going. They doneed yop know your name an.

Just about any time I was with a girl or more who looked like a regular girl, especially in in afternoon no issue. Once a girl became a regular visitor, she would be able to just walk in.

Jazz is about 600 m from Burgos street and a 10 minute walk to Greenbelt. Facilities include nice pool and gym. Usage is supposed to be only for residents or a 150 p cost (300 on weekends and holidays) but when I was Airbnb I just walked in, signed the register like I belonged and if asked said I just moved in and did not have my tenet ID yet (tales a few weeks to get.). Never refused access to the pool, sometimes with guests and did not have to pay.

You do not want a south view in tower 'be" or to be in tower A due to traffic noise. Worst was a low room in tower "the" the the north side, just above the air conditioners and near to traffic with adjacent building blocking view. Best room I had was high pool view from tower 'A'. It is far enough away from the other towers that nighttime balcony sex was possible, good view and quiet. North view Tower 'D' cannot be seen from the street if high enough so daytime balcony sex is achievable. (Best time was daytime balcony 3 some. LOL).

P.S. I hate auto correct changing tower letters to words.

[Phuket90]

Does anyone know the Ritz Asor Hotel in the Makati area near Burgo St. Is guest friendly or not?

Hotel looks very new and quite nice.

Thanks!

[Dart13]

In my experience AirBnb often offers better value for money than hotels, especially for stays longer than a couple of nights when cleaning fee is spread across the nights. I was looking for a place in Makati for the upcoming trip in March, was wondering if anyone has any specific tips at least about the condo complexes to look at?

Also, what is the story for bringing visitors? Some listings flat out say this is not allowed, some even say its not allowed by condo rules. Some are silent on this issue. In the past, I've had mixed experiences in other countries where some places completely refused to allow a girl in, some were somewhat hesitant, some didn't have any issue with it. What is the norm in Manila and again does anyone have tips for proven girl-friendly condos?

Thanks so much everyone!!

[Kabul Guy]

Grab drivers use Waze and know how to get there.

I will arrive internationally 10 minutes before her domestic Cebu flight (according to schedule anyway). I will take a grab from Term 1 to Term 3 then on to the hotel.

I will just about always use Grab instead of a taxi for various reasons, that they usually can find the spot is a good reason.

[SaltyPete]

Good to hear. Just booked it for a weekend.

Everyone is very friendly and accommodating. I hope you enjoy it. If you take a cab, ask them to drop you off via Apartment Ridge Road; there isn't a drop off point in front of the hotel. If the cab driver doesn't know the hotel, tell him it is next to the Peninsula. I had an ass taxi driver who dropped me off half a mile away and wouldn't listen to my directions ("no drop off zone! I think he was mad because I insisted he use the meter. Grab drivers use Waze and know how to get there.

[BrainDrain]

When judging the hotel's website prices with prices on sites like Expedia, don't forget to look into whether the prices include service charge and taxes (which could be $50+ per night). Sites like hotels.com don't include these surcharges in their initial prices.

It's actually very difficult to know. For example for Australian users using these sites from Australia territory the sites are using All-In prices, so it is easy to compare. When we use the same site from within Philippines then they snake oil comes out. Wherever possible I book direct with hotels and avoid those hotel engine behemoths.

[Kabul Guy]

I haven't read any reports yet about the Discovery Primea. It is grouped right up there with New World, Peninsula and Shangri La. I think it has only been open for a year or so. Very comfortable and modern, right across Ayala from Glorietta Mall with an underpass walkway. .....

Good to hear. Just booked it for a weekend.

[SaltyPete]

Sorry to hear of your illness. I came down with the flu on my last trip, on the way home. It was the longest 24 hours of my life. I just wanted to be in my own bed.

[Lefeu]

My wingman and I arrived today in Manila, from AC. We are staying at the fairmont in Makati. Wow, what a nice hotel!, night and day between this hotel and the ABC hotel in AC. Unfortunately, I came up with the flu and I am sidelined tonight. My wingman, although disappointed gladly took my offer and went to Burgos by himself, of course armed with some intel. This was his first time mongering in the Philippines and he was impressed by Greenbelt and Manila in general.

He has already written off AC, but I have a feeling he will be coming back to Makati. I was happy for him. As for myself, I have already written off this portion of the trip. I will try to do better next time, and I will definitely be back.

[SaltyPete]

I haven't read any reports yet about the Discovery Primea. It is grouped right up there with New World, Peninsula and Shangri La. I think it has only been open for a year or so. Very comfortable and modern, right across Ayala from Glorietta Mall with an underpass walkway. I had a girl visit yesterday afternoon, no questions asked. Decent Infinity pool with poolside bar, and a roof top bar as well, although it was closed for a private party last night. I'm going to try the Spa massage this afternoon. The breakfast buffet is ok, nothing to write home about so don't feel like you are missing much if you decide not to prepay with your reservation. Hotels.com had a good price on the hotel this weekend.

When judging the hotel's website prices with prices on sites like Expedia, don't forget to look into whether the prices include service charge and taxes (which could be $50+ per night). Sites like hotels.com don't include these surcharges in their initial prices.

[SaltyPete]

This site is not lonely planet LOL.

The nerve, asking for Guidance on a place to have Sex with his girlfriend of 5 years in a foreign location! There should be a website for that. Oh, wait.