Manila Hotels

[Old And Ugly]

Will girls from the Korean bars balk at commuting to my AirBNB in BGC near High Street?

I'd prefer not to stay near the bars.Everything has a price.

[WestCoast1]

Will girls from the Korean bars balk at commuting to my AirBNB in BGC near High Street?

I'd prefer not to stay near the bars.There are numerous condos in Makati that are not near Burgos St. Gramercy, Knightsbridge, Milano. Jazz Residences. In Saucedo and near Ayala, just a mile away. Closer than BGC I think.


Everything has a price.Pay for her Grab or Joy ride, no problem.

[Goferring]

There are numerous condos in Makati that are not near Burgos St. Gramercy, Knightsbridge, Milano. Jazz Residences. In Saucedo and near Ayala, just a mile away. Closer than BGC I think.

Pay for her Grab or Joy ride, no problem.Or the Residential blocks that ring Greenbelt.

[JoeS82]

Looking for a short term hotel near City state Ermita (catching the sikat to PG). I'm landing at 5:30 am, girlie is meeting me at the airport, going to taxi or grab it to ermita and bang out a quick round or two before the 9:30 SiKat, what are my options besides stopping at a sogo on the way?

[ShaggerAu]

On my recent trip I was arriving latish on a Sunday night. I booked a simple room at St Giles Makati which has been mentioned in various forums a few times.

Less than $50 deal with breakfast at the time.

Easy walking distance to Burgos without it being in your face.

A hoped the check-in process was handled simply and quickly.

Hotel was and is girl friendly. There is a simple book for the girls to sign in.

Breakfast was more Filipino style than western. It was a good reminder of what to expect over the next week, cold eggs, lots of rice.

After this one night I relocated to an airBNB.

[PhilJoy]

Looking for a short term hotel near City state Ermita (catching the sikat to PG). I'm landing at 5:30 am, girlie is meeting me at the airport, going to taxi or grab it to ermita and bang out a quick round or two before the 9:30 SiKat, what are my options besides stopping at a sogo on the way?Hey Joe_ I can't see any other options because the time frame is so tight between landing and getting the Sikat. My experience of landing at terminal one has always been a good wait for luggage, and that's hoping that you land on time. I've never had any delays in customs though, and have always just walked straight through. And then there's the issue of Manila traffic, especially depending if you're arriving mid-week as opposed to weekends.

Maybe don't limit your choice of transport to PG with Sikat as they only have the one trip per day in each direction.

Jam Liner busses run hourly from Buendia Bus Terminal to Batangas Pier and you just have to buy your fastcat ticket in the terminal. This also might be a cheaper option. And you could stretch your time out to an 11 am or a midday bus heading towards Batangas.

Having said that, in answer to your original question, I can't think of any other options apart from a Sogo.

The only other option would be to head straight to the bus station from the airport, get to Batangas early, grab a short time hotel there, which there are options, and then travel by water from the terminal after you've banged out a quick round or two.

Hope this helps _ Phil.

[ShaggerAu]

Looking for a short term hotel near City state Ermita (catching the sikat to PG). I'm landing at 5:30 am, girlie is meeting me at the airport, going to taxi or grab it to ermita and bang out a quick round or two before the 9:30 SiKat, what are my options besides stopping at a sogo on the way?In and around this Hotel Ava Cuneta are many places which are designed for drive-up privacy and quick in-room performance.

https://hotel-ava.com/contact-us/ used to be Victoroa Court group.

No need to book ahead, just get your grab to take you there and choose. I used to use this place when my driver brought me from AC to the airport and I'd go there for a farewell sendoff from my GF.

If arriving at NAIA late night I do book a room though.

[JoeS82]

I had a friend meet meat the airport, took a grab to the city state tower, and inquired at the desk. They gave me a room for 1500 for 12 hours so I could "shower". It was good enough for 2 hours, didn't ask about guests so I just brought her up with me. It wasn't the cheapest option but to be fair it wasn't terrible.

[WestCoast1]

Looking for a short term hotel near City state Ermita (catching the sikat to PG). I'm landing at 5:30 am, girlie is meeting me at the airport, going to taxi or grab it to ermita and bang out a quick round or two before the 9:30 SiKat, what are my options besides stopping at a sogo on the way?City-State hotel is about a 3-minute walk to LA Cafe. There is a short time hotel next door to LAC. Not suggesting you pull from LAC, but its a short walk from CST. I can't remember the name of the place, does anyone else remember the ST hotel name?

[Pekkakoo]

Any recommendations around Poblacion for about $50 a night for 4 nights? Other than St Giles. Was thinking about City garden grand but of course it is a bit over the budget. Is Red planet too basic or even girl friendly? Makati palace too old or Travelers inn? Not a fan of cockroaches. Royal bellagio too noisy? Or just increase the budget for a better one?

[WestCoast1]

Any recommendations around Poblacion for about $50 a night for 4 nights?


Not a fan of cockroaches. These first two items don't go together. Anything less that your dollar amount might be an invitation for the little critters.


Or just increase the budget for a better one?Yes.

Why don't you want St. Giles?

TI, Sunette Tower, and Bel-Air Soho are lower-end condo / residences (you get on a first-name basis with the little critters). That doesn't stop me from staying there sometimes.

CG would be a better bet. CGG will be about 2 x your nightly rate.

Just up the street is Fersal Neptune hotel, just across the street from Century mall. Clean, but a bit older building. Probably within your price. There is a Sogo 2 blocks away.

[ShaggerAu]

Any recommendations around Poblacion for about $50 a night for 4 nights? Other than St Giles. Was thinking about City garden grand but of course it is a bit over the budget. Is Red planet too basic or even girl friendly? Makati palace too old or Travelers inn? Not a fan of cockroaches. Royal bellagio too noisy? Or just increase the budget for a better one?What sort of experience are you expecting to have in Makati? If you want girls to stay around then you have to have a reasonably dig. Yes, you can save money on cheap accom for your "budget" but you are not seeing the big picture.

St Giles is quite acceptable plus they feed you.

[Old And Ugly]

So far I didn't see any place in South US or SA or SEA regardless of price, free of the pesky critters, just the density on sq ft varies, depending on price.

I guess if you like nice weather, they like it too.

It's a reverse ratio of nr of roaches to the poison that you're breathing in the room, you'll have to find a compromise.

[WestCoast1]

It's a reverse ratio of nr of roaches to the poison that you're breathing in the room, you'll have to find a compromise.This should be added to the Murphy's List set. Possible we have a new math / science item to teach in college physics: The OAU Quotient.

[PhilJoy]

CG would be a better bet. CGG will be about 2 x your nightly rate.

Just up the street is Fersal Neptune hotel, just across the street from Century mall. Clean, but a bit older building. Probably within your price. There is a Sogo 2 blocks away.Agree Westie,

I usually do the City Garden. The staff are great and there's no problem with guests unless they're really dodgy freelancers. City Garden Grand I haven't tried, but I've heard mixed reports for the higher price.

My first ever Makati hotel was the Fersal about 20 years ago and I imagine it hasn't changed too much. But it's in a really good location and although the rooms were fairly basic, it wasn't a worry.

(I can't remember any problems with roaches in any of these establishments, but they don't worry me when I've got a hot Filipina bouncing around the bed).

Did the Sogo once for a one hour session and the place seemed a bit seedy and not the sort of place you'd want to stay other than a short term fix.

Just my experience_ Phil.

[Old And Ugly]

I stayed at Grand Rivera across from the US embassy, few minutes walking distance from the Midnight Heaven (ex LA Cafe) which is packed with FLs, the most I've seen congregated in one place in PH, 5 minutes walk to the giant Robinsons Mall, and the Rizal Park and museums, all teaming with young girls walking around, careful, they may be too young.

I booked via Agoda, but the place is kind of Airbnb managed. At The Grand Rivera the entry lobby is wide, with the place where you wait for the elevators around the corner and out of sight, and there are tons of people going in and out at any moment, therefore no problem bringing in anybody, as long as you're not part of a walking circus, attracting everybody's attention.

If you get an online hooker, just outside the entrance there is Zus Cafe where you can have the initial job interview, before letting them in to your den. Also there is a 7/11 to buy stuff that you may need.

Have Fun!

[PhilJoy]

I stayed at Grand Rivera across from the US embassy, few minutes walking distance from the Midnight Heaven (ex LA Cafe) which is packed with FLs, the most I've seen congregated in one place in PH, 5 minutes walk to the giant Robinsons Mall, and the Rizal Park and museums, all teaming with young girls walking around, careful, they may be too young. Have Fun!Thanks Ugly,

One day I'll have to try and stay near Midnight and thanks for the tip. I'm so used to flying in and heading straight to Makati. Basically because the business meetings I have are around Rockwell, which is close by, and the Buendia Bus Station is close for a quick trip to PG and Sabang. I also have a few regulars who visit me at The City Garden, but I suppose they'd meet me anywhere for a few pesos. I've just heard a lot of negative reports on Midnight / LA Cafe. But I must say it's intriguing.

_ Phil.

[Aml3740]

I've stayed in Newport City several times. Savoy Hotel, Megaworld, Belmont Hotel. This location is across from Terminal 3, and is easily accessible by an air-conditioned pedestrian foot bridge.

I went for the weekend to meet my partner. I booked two rooms, two nights, for just over 12 k pesos total (one room for us, and another room for her mom, who was helping care for our baby so we could spend more time together). Accommodations were good, and the bed was really comfortable. Shower is large and ready for fun, if that's what you're into. Lots of dining options, from Macdo near the footbridge (don't they have the best fried chicken? To finer dining options. Warren's and 711 just a short walk for any needs you may have. It's a nice area. If you want to treat your girl to shopping for cheap, take her on jeepney to Baclaran. It's about 15-30 minutes from there, and super cheap. I bought her several things, then she bought pasalubong for her entire family, too. Extended family. And it was about $60 total.

This location is not close to mongering hotspots. However, they do not really restrict guests. You just have to meet the girl outside and bring her inside because the elevators are key card operated. It's not the worst setup, IMHO. I've brought freelancers there on a couple of occasions before without issue.

[Kazeu]

I recently searched for a Holiday Inn and noticed this hotel which I did not even know existed. Theres been a lack of well located decent IHG hotels in Manila ever since the Intercontinental shut down many years ago. Has anyone stayed here or have any intel on this hotel? Is it GF? I've read a bunch of the tripadvisor reviews and they seem to say its a decent hotel, but the elevators are slow and theres a lot of security, not much about ability to invite guests up to the room.

[PhilJoy]

Is it GF? I've read a bunch of the tripadvisor reviews and they seem to say its a decent hotel, but the elevators are slow and theres a lot of security, not much about ability to invite guests up to the room.Hi Kaz,

While I can't comment on this particular hotel, I've found that any hotel I've stayed in, that if you tip the security and doormen and are really friendly to them, there won't be an issue taking girls back.

That is of course, unless they're really dodgy and 'known' to them.

Sure, the girl will have to register as a guest at reception, but slipping 200 pesos into the security guy's palm during a friendly handshake can work wonders for the remainder of your stay.

Just my experience _ Phil.

[SethMacfarlane]

Any recommendations around Poblacion for about $50 a night for 4 nights? Other than St Giles. Was thinking about City garden grand but of course it is a bit over the budget. Is Red planet too basic or even girl friendly? Makati palace too old or Travelers inn? Not a fan of cockroaches. Royal bellagio too noisy? Or just increase the budget for a better one?1898 hotel colonia en las Filipinas is a nice hotel. Very clean, guest friendly, pool / spa, and resto / bar. Normally priced about mid 40's a night on agoda. I'll be staying there Mid March, should be good times. Last time I was there I had multiple girls ordered in, and some I brought from Burgos without any issues, but they did make the ordered in girls sign in and called me down to meet them in the lobby. The security was cool, gave me a heads if a trouble maker or ladyboy was trying to talk to me on the street.

[Benja85]

Hello.

I arrive in Manila on the 18th for a quick layover before flying to the M. E. For work on the evening of the 19th.

I was wondering if there are any hotels in Manila that offered free late checkout possibly after 8:00 pm That's not the Peninsula Hotel.

[WestCoast1]

Hello.

I arrive in Manila on the 18th for a quick layover before flying to the M. E. For work on the evening of the 19th.

I was wondering if there are any hotels in Manila that offered free late checkout possibly after 8:00 pm That's not the Peninsula Hotel.You might want to contact hotels yourself. Booking dot com and Agoda both have a messaging system to contact the hotels or condo hosts. Expect 24 hours for the return message from the hotel. You can also get the hotel's number from their website and call them directly.

The reason to contact the hotel directly, as opposed to trusting what the gents say here, is that policies change over time, possibly since the last time another fella stayed in the hotel he recommends.

[GDreams]

Hello.

I arrive in Manila on the 18th for a quick layover before flying to the M. E. For work on the evening of the 19th.

I was wondering if there are any hotels in Manila that offered free late checkout possibly after 8:00 pm That's not the Peninsula Hotel.I have been top tier with a number of chains. The chance of a free 8 pm checkout is close to none. If you have status 4 pm is usually it without paying a half day rate. I usually book a really cheap hotel if you just want somewhere to stay.

[Transporter]

Hello. I arrive in Manila on the 18th for a quick layover before flying to the M. E. For work on the evening of the 19th. I was wondering if there are any hotels in Manila that offered free late checkout possibly after 8:00 pm That's not the Peninsula Hotel.Don't know of any off hand, but you might want to consider some of the short stay hotels, and book an extra half day.

[WestCoast1]

Don't know of any off hand, but you might want to consider some of the short stay hotels, and book an extra half day.Good catch. Short time hotels Sogo, and also Lokal, are at either end of Burgos. Sogo is located a few steps from the Burgos / Makati Ave corner, and Lokal is just steps from the Burgos / Kalayaan corner. I think both places offer 3, 6, and 10-hour ST rates.

Also at the Kalayaan corner is The Clipper hotel. A hundred meters away towards Makati Ave is Coro hotel. You can always just book an extra night, or ask before reserving to book until 8 pm.

On the attached map, those hotels and several others in the area are marked with a red circle. Also circled are the Red Planet hotel and St. Giles. The blue arrows are where the gogo bars are located. If this is your first time, you can walk the entire length of the arrowed Burgos area, from Makati Ave to Calderon, in about 3-4 minutes. There are 15-20 gogo bars available.

Release the tension, and then tell us about the experience.

[PhilJoy]

Hello. I arrive in Manila on the 18th for a quick layover before flying to the M. E. For work on the evening of the 19th. I was wondering if there are any hotels in Manila that offered free late checkout possibly after 8:00 pm That's not the Peninsula Hotel.Hi Benja,

The other guys have offered some really good advice for you in previous posts.

My flights back to Australia with PA always leave at midnight, so I always just pay and book an additional day at my hotel.

Whilst this may seem like a waste of money, it saves the hassle of moving to a short-stay for the afternoon, or worry about where you can leave your luggage until your flight.

And you can have a pretty wild time with your contacts leading up to that time you have to check out and head to the airport.

I've often thought it might be an idea to open a bar with short time rooms right by NAIA. Or at least a decent bar close by for departing travelers.

But I've got too much other business stuff going on at the moment.

Maybe ten years ago_Phil.

[Old And Ugly]

Hi Benja,

The other guys have offered some really good advice for you in previous posts.

My flights back to Australia with PA always leave at midnight, so I always just pay and book an additional day at my hotel.

Whilst this may seem like a waste of money, it saves the hassle of moving to a short-stay for the afternoon, or worry about where you can leave your luggage until your flight.

And you can have a pretty wild time with your contacts leading up to that time you have to check out and head to the airport.

I've often thought it might be an idea to open a bar with short time rooms right by NAIA. Or at least a decent bar close by for departing travelers.

But I've got too much other business stuff going on at the moment.

Maybe ten years ago_Phil.Yes, a bar with ST rooms and luggage storage will be the best business investment for somebody that's in the know.

Sometimes I go to SOGO hotels for by the hour rental, even if is not for fucking purposes, only to have some place to rest or keep the luggage if the flight is too far from the 12 pm checkout time, it's cheaper than paying for another day at the hotel where you're staying.

[Wadesi]

Greetings, will be in Manila for a week towards the end of March. Staying in Publacion to be walking distance for mongering. It seems like both Coro and 1898 both fit the bill for our budget (60-70/ nt). Any strong preference in the group between the two? Will be a group of 4 guys in our mid 40's getting our own rooms. Rooftop bar would be nice but it's hard to tell if either have one. Any other strong recommendations within walking distance? Your experience is appreciated. Cheers!

[Raftaar]

Hi,

Any knows if the Grand Hyatt in BGC is girl friendly? Stayed there before but with a GF. Outcall / Gogo girl needs to show ID at reception or can I take her from the lobby directly to the room?

Thanks.

[Kazeu]

Hi,

Any knows if the Grand Hyatt in BGC is girl friendly? Stayed there before but with a GF. Outcall / Gogo girl needs to show ID at reception or can I take her from the lobby directly to the room?

Thanks.Its GF, I've never had a problem. But I'm not aware of their official policy. All I know is that I just take the girl up and no one really seems to care.

[DomBull]

Hello, I just want to alert that at Air Residences Condo, the entrance during the night is not really Guestfriendly. Sometimes, any guests must be announced during daytime with full name, name must be indicated in the list of visitors at the security!

I stayed low cost at Jupiter Suites, very close to P Burgos St, paying about 2 k online for a very big room, old but clean and everything working. No issues to bring even 2 guests.

[WestCoast1]

Hello, I just want to alert that at Air Residences Condo, the entrance during the night is not really Guestfriendly. Sometimes, any guests must be announced during daytime with full name, name must be indicated in the list of visitors at the security!Thanks the update. However, registering guests at the entrance guard (or front desk at some hotels) is considered 'guest friendly', is fairly typical, and protects you (somewhat) if she does something stupid in your hotel room. Non-guest friendly would be a complete rejection at the hotel of you non-registered girls.


I stayed low cost at Jupiter Suites, very close to P Burgos St, paying about 2 k online for a very big room, old but clean and everything working. No issues to bring even 2 guests.Also good to know. Jupiter Suites is just steps away from The McDo on Jupiter St corner Makati Ave.

[DomBull]

Thanks the update. However, registering guests at the entrance guard (or front desk at some hotels) is considered 'guest friendly', is fairly typical, and protects you (somewhat) if she does something stupid in your hotel room. Non-guest friendly would be a complete rejection at the hotel of you non-registered girls.
.Just to clarify, it was not the problem to register a guest at the entrance guard.

I have been asked to register any possible guest until 8 pm by WhatsApp, and with preference with attached ID.

That makes night hunting complicated.

[WestCoast1]

Just to clarify, it was not the problem to register a guest at the entrance guard.

I have been asked to register any possible guest until 8 pm by WhatsApp, and with preference with attached ID.

That makes night hunting complicated.Thanks the update. After 8 pm, in order to bring in your guest, you had to send the hotel a picture of her ID via WhatsApp? Or alternately, if you plan to bring in a guest after 8pm, you must register via WA before 8pm? And if you so register the girl this way, does this avoid the walk of shame (can she enter, show her ID to the guard, and proceed directly to your room)?

Never heard of that before.

[WestCoast1]

Greetings, will be in Manila for a week towards the end of March. Staying in Publacion to be walking distance for mongering. It seems like both Coro and 1898 both fit the bill for our budget (60-70/ nt). Any strong preference in the group between the two? Will be a group of 4 guys in our mid 40's getting our own rooms. Rooftop bar would be nice but it's hard to tell if either have one. Any other strong recommendations within walking distance? Your experience is appreciated. Cheers!Nobody bit at this. I am not aware that either place has a rooftop bar. Nearest such would be just up the street at City Garden Grand hotel. Lovely resto / bar area on the roof next to a nice pool, most nights they have live band up there. Probably a bit more on budget ($100/ night, just guessing). Or stay at Coro /1898 and walk up to CGG.

[PhilJoy]

Nobody bit at this. I am not aware that either place has a rooftop bar. Nearest such would be just up the street at City Garden Grand hotel. Lovely resto / bar area on the roof next to a nice pool, most nights they have live band up there. Probably a bit more on budget ($100/ night, just guessing). Or stay at Coro /1898 and walk up to CGG.


Rooftop bar would be nice but it's hard to tell if either have one. Any other strong recommendations within walking distance? Your experience is appreciated. Cheers!Hi Westie and Wadesi.

The other City Garden hotel across the road is another option with a rooftop bar, pool and a little cheaper I think. However I can't compare the two as I've never stayed at the Grand.

Staff are great and it's basically 'no questions asked' at reception as long as your girl has ID.

_Phil.

[Docwiltro]

Hello, I just want to alert that at Air Residences Condo, the entrance during the night is not really Guestfriendly. Sometimes, any guests must be announced during daytime with full name, name must be indicated in the list of visitors at the security!

I stayed low cost at Jupiter Suites, very close to P Burgos St, paying about 2 k online for a very big room, old but clean and everything working. No issues to bring even 2 guests.I used to stay there back in the day: not bad, but no pool or resto plus the road noise from Jupiter St was bothersome.

[Dg8787]

I used to stay there back in the day: not bad, but no pool or resto plus the road noise from Jupiter St was bothersome.Was the road noise overcome by her moaning?

[Old And Ugly]

I never use the public swimming pools, because as was clearly stated in one of the South Park episodes, the composition of the water is 50% H2 O and 50% pee.

At home at least l know that's only pee from family and close friends.

[Ostracon]

Regarding the Okada, it IS very girl friendly, actually. Both the girls I called to my room just went to hotel reception, who called my room, confirmed I wanted them there, and escorted them straight over. When I personally brought two of my local female staff up to my room for actual work-related meetings, not a single question was asked by any of the elevator staff.

Let's be honest, this is a casino hotel where the clientele is apparently 50% Chinese. That means lots of escorts haha. Hotel won't even bat an eye.

Also. The food was fucking awesome, some of the best hotel dining I've had in a while. Even the in room service was good, while the Kappou Imamura had some truly phenomenal Japanese food. Was highly impressed.I just got back from a layover in Manila for 36 hours staying at the Okada. But I was traveling with my wife so decided it was probably not going to work out to have an escort visit even if my wife was pre-occupied at the casino 😊. This was my first trip to the Philippines and doesn't really count as a trip since I went from the airport directly to the Okada. I pre-arranged a limousine with Okada and I think I paid USD $70 for both ways. For a first timer, this was money well spent. The scene outside the arrival terminal is pretty chaotic. I think there are two entrances to the Okada, not counting a VIP entrance. There is the Coral lobby and the Pearl lobby. I went to the Coral. The hotel is located in what looks like a tourist zone that is being developed so it is not anywhere near any of the rest of the city and not somewhere you would walk around. There is a serious security entrance as you drive in. There is a policeman with a military assault rifle, another guy with a mirror looking under the car, and a sniffer dog. At the hotel entrance, you go through a metal detector. There was security in the lobby and one security person at the elevators on the ground floor. Mostly they were very helpful with directions. No security on any of the other floors. I guess it would be pretty discreet meeting a lady in the lobby and going up to your room. There are lots of non-guests coming to the Okada for the gaming and maybe the shopping if you are into overpriced designer type stuff. When I checked in, the clerk told me the hotel policy is no guests after 10 pm. I am not sure how they would enforce this and whether you would haver to register a guest. It would be very easy meeting a girl in the lobby then going to the casino. There are multiple ways out of the casino and some elevators with no staff. However, if I was coming to Manila on my own, I don't think I would choose Okada. Although the dining options were pretty good. The "Medley" buffet was outstanding. I had a massage in the Retreat Spa that was one of the best I have had but I am 100% sure there would be no he. The spa is excellent and prices were reasonable. I had the pool to myself until I notice a young woman sitting in the shade reading her iPhone. Turns out she was the lifeguard and explained this was a requirement even though the pool was 3 feet deep.

[Ostracon]

As posted, the Medley Buffet at the Okada was outstanding. All you can eat lobster, self-serve wine (a drinkable selection of white / red / bubblies) and included cocktails (limited selection but as many as you want). Breakfast buffet was also excellent. Okada is a foodie paradise especially for Asian options. There is a row of sit-down restaurants as well as high end Japanese, Chinese, and Korean options that looked quite elegant but reasonable prices.

[PhilJoy]

As posted, the Medley Buffet at the Okada was outstanding. All you can eat lobster, self-serve wine (a drinkable selection of white / red / bubblies) and included cocktails (limited selection but as many as you want). Breakfast buffet was also excellent. Okada is a foodie paradise especially for Asian options. There is a row of sit-down restaurants as well as high end Japanese, Chinese, and Korean options that looked quite elegant but reasonable prices.So, did you get get to taste the gristle gripper?

_Phil.

[Alexandra2525]

Hey all.

I'll be visiting Manila for the first time later this year and am looking for hotels. I'd like to stick to hotels that belong to chains that I have a loyalty sign up to.

I'm not sure exactly what I'll do in Manila yet but will want to hit Burgos, LA Cafe and anywhere else that has mongering activities to be enjoyed. Can anyone recommend which of these would be best placed geographically please?

(I know I can look at maps but that's not the same as local knowledge).

1) Admiral Hotel Manila MGallery.

2) Sheraton Manila Bay.

3) The Westin Manila.

Also, would the hotels in New Port be too far from the action?

Thanks.

[Transporter]

Hey all.I'll be visiting Manila for the first time later this year and am looking for hotels. I'd like to stick to hotels that belong to chains that I have a loyalty sign up to.I'm not sure exactly what I'll do in Manila yet but will want to hit Burgos, LA Cafe and anywhere else that has mongering activities to be enjoyed. Can anyone recommend which of these would be best placed geographically please?(I know I can look at maps but that's not the same as local knowledge).Also, would the hotels in New Port be too far from the action?Thanks.1) Admiral Hotel Manila MGallery.

Looks to be a good location as it is on roxas so easy to get to both la cafe and makati and other areas. Mostly GM type clubs nearby.

2) Sheraton Manila Bay.

Walking distance from la cafe, 20 min no traffic to burgos, 1 hour traffic. Of the 3 I would go with this one, its at least next to robinsons.

3) The Westin Manila.

Also, would the hotels in New Port be too far from the action? Thanks.

This one looks like it is in mandayulong / marikina and that is about 1 hour no traffic to la cafe, and no idea what it is in traffic. But it gets you close to fisher / cubao area which is very good for online fishing but requires a bit more experience.

[Alexandra2525]

1) Admiral Hotel Manila MGallery.

Looks to be a good location as it is on roxas so easy to get to both la cafe and makati and other areas. Mostly GM type clubs nearby.

2) Sheraton Manila Bay.

Walking distance from la cafe, 20 min no traffic to burgos, 1 hour traffic. Of the 3 I would go with this one, its at least next to robinsons.

3) The Westin Manila.

Also, would the hotels in New Port be too far from the action? Thanks.

This one looks like it is in mandayulong / marikina and that is about 1 hour no traffic to la cafe, and no idea what it is in traffic. But it gets you close to fisher / cubao area which is very good for online fishing but requires a bit more experience.Thank you.

What is a GM Club?

You mentioned Sheratons is next to Robinsons. Robinsons is a mall right? Are you saying that it's a good thing for general convenience for shopping or that there is some kind of fun to be had there?

How about New Port? What's the travel time like from there to Burgos or LA Cafe?

Thanks for your help?

[Docwiltro]

Hey all.

I'll be visiting Manila for the first time later this year and am looking for hotels. I'd like to stick to hotels that belong to chains that I have a loyalty sign up to.

I'm not sure exactly what I'll do in Manila yet but will want to hit Burgos, LA Cafe and anywhere else that has mongering activities to be enjoyed. Can anyone recommend which of these would be best placed geographically please?

(I know I can look at maps but that's not the same as local knowledge).

For your purposes, I'd choose the Sheraton which is the old Pan Pacific: quite centrally located. The best bet in the area other than LA Cafe is ZZYZX which is just down the street on Adriatico situated on the circle. That action there starts a little late, but there are some lookers in that club. There is this YTuber named Asian Night who has done some good vids on ZZYZX and the KTV bars in the area.

[Aml3740]

I've looked through the forum and I'm not sure I found the answer to what I am wondering, so I will post here. If the information is already here, I apologize.

I have a short 2-3 hour window after I arrive in Manila to have some fun before I will be meeting someone else, and I need a hotel near the airport (T1). Just keeping the room all night is not an option. I do not mind paying for an entire night, even for just 2-3 hours, if that is allowed. I am not sure what I will do. I have a contact that wants to meet again. I may rent the hotel room for her, in her name, or get one in my name and invite someone else over. But the key is it must be near the airport.

I've stayed at Savoy and Belmont and the condos in Newport City several times, as that is right near T3, but my time is really limited, so looking if something may be closer to T1. Any advice would be appreciated!

[Old And Ugly]

I've looked through the forum and I'm not sure I found the answer to what I am wondering, so I will post here. If the information is already here, I apologize.

I have a short 2-3 hour window after I arrive in Manila to have some fun before I will be meeting someone else, and I need a hotel near the airport (T1). Just keeping the room all night is not an option. I do not mind paying for an entire night, even for just 2-3 hours, if that is allowed. I am not sure what I will do. I have a contact that wants to meet again. I may rent the hotel room for her, in her name, or get one in my name and invite someone else over. But the key is it must be near the airport.

I've stayed at Savoy and Belmont and the condos in Newport City several times, as that is right near T3, but my time is really limited, so looking if something may be closer to T1. Any advice would be appreciated!There is no problem checking out earlier from any hotel in the world, as far as I know.

[Dg8787]

I've looked through the forum and I'm not sure I found the answer to what I am wondering, so I will post here. If the information is already here, I apologize.

I have a short 2-3 hour window after I arrive in Manila to have some fun before I will be meeting someone else, and I need a hotel near the airport (T1). Just keeping the room all night is not an option. I do not mind paying for an entire night, even for just 2-3 hours, if that is allowed. I am not sure what I will do. I have a contact that wants to meet again. I may rent the hotel room for her, in her name, or get one in my name and invite someone else over. But the key is it must be near the airport.

I've stayed at Savoy and Belmont and the condos in Newport City several times, as that is right near T3, but my time is really limited, so looking if something may be closer to T1. Any advice would be appreciated!Use Savoy. Check out early.

Use the skyway and Savoy will order you a Grab car. Or walk out to the curb and get a taxi.

[Miss MaryHinge]

I found this hotel that looks ok, good reviews. It seems to be girl friendly. Any input on its position for SWs or other places like bars in the area for P4 P action? Is it too far from some decent places I should be considering staying near?

[WestCoast1]

I found this hotel that looks ok, good reviews. It seems to be girl friendly. Any input on its position for SWs or other places like bars in the area for P4 P action? SG is just a 40-second walk to the SW scene and also the Burgos St gogo bars. Rooms are relatively inexpensive for the area. A somewhat nicer hotel (City Garden) is next door. And just across the street is an even nicer hotel called City Garden Grand. And just 2 short blocks away is Oxford Suites, about the same price as SG, and right on Burgos St.

We have a Search function in the upper-right corner of every page on ISG (see pic). Type 'St Giles' into the box and hit enter. Past reports from other gents who reported on the place will pop up. In fact there is discussion of these hotels at the bottom of this page and the previous page.

[Miss MaryHinge]

SG is just a 40-second walk to the SW scene and also the Burgos St gogo bars. Rooms are relatively inexpensive for the area. A somewhat nicer hotel (City Garden) is next door. And just across the street is an even nicer hotel called City Garden Grand. And just 2 short blocks away is Oxford Suites, about the same price as SG, and right on Burgos St.

We have a Search function in the upper-right corner of every page on ISG (see pic). Type 'St Giles' into the box and hit enter. Past reports from other gents who reported on the place will pop up. In fact there is discussion of these hotels at the bottom of this page and the previous page.Thanks WC1 for info and suggests. My bad for not searching.

[Miss MaryHinge]

I'm a bit torn which area to stay in. A taxi between the two areas doesn't seem to be a 5 ride, more like 35 mins in average traffic. So if I book for one area I'll be put off schlepping to another if that's the journey involved.

Could there be a bit more choice in Malate near Robinson Mall and around? Imagine there's a decent amount of SWs on these streets too.

TBH I'm not really into the club / gogo scene. Regular Bar scene maybe.

Looking at Las Palmas Hotel now, which is a shade more than St Giles I've provisionally booked. And it's close to the beach.

[WestCoast1]

I'm a bit torn which area to stay in. A taxi between the two areas doesn't seem to be a 5 ride, more like 35 mins in average traffic. So if I book for one area I'll be put off schlepping to another if that's the journey involved.That's the choice. An evening drive between the two areas, around 10-11 pm, will be about 20-25 minutes most nights, adding 10 minutes on Fri / Sat evenings. When traffic is very light, it can be as little as 15 minutes. Cost is about p300 ($6 USD).


Could there be a bit more choice in Malate near Robinson Mall and around? Imagine there's a decent amount of SWs on these streets too.LA Cafe, 100-ish FL Monday-Thursday, 200 FL on Fri / Sat nights. 5 blocks away is G-Point bar on Padre Faura St, about 15-25 older / fuglier FL most nights. Handful of FL hanging on the steps in front of Robinson's at Pedro Gil corner Adriatico. Walk south on Adriatico about 5 blocks to the Remedios Circle, and tauts on the street will show you pics of honies and promise you college girls. They will walk you to a house in the area with girls. No idea the asking price, but they are usually right about having young cuties. Also not sure if you bang the girl on their premise, or take her ST to your place.


TBH I'm not really into the club / gogo scene. Regular Bar scene maybe.Bit confusing. 'Regular Bar' refers to what? A bar filled with locals having a good time? A disco with locals and FL mixed in?

Couple of live band bars in the area. None of these are pickup places. Cowboy Grill (the biggest) on Mabini corner Arquiza has 1-2 bands nightly. Calle Cinco also on Mabini, near Faura. And Chillz bar on Bocobo, across the street from Birch Tower. Good places to tap your toes.


Looking at Las Palmas Hotel now, which is a shade more than St Giles I've provisionally booked. And it's close to the beach.Fox News Alert! There is no beach nearby. Someone correct me if I am wrong. The Manila bay is a few blocks away, but there is no swimming.

[Miss MaryHinge]

That's the choice. An evening drive between the two areas, around 10-11 pm, will be about 20-25 minutes most nights, adding 10 minutes on Fri / Sat evenings. When traffic is very light, it can be as little as 15 minutes. Cost is about p300 ($6 USD).

LA Cafe, 100-ish FL Monday-Thursday, 200 FL on Fri / Sat nights. 5 blocks away is G-Point bar on Padre Faura St, about 15-25 older / fuglier FL most nights. Handful of FL hanging on the steps in front of Robinson's at Pedro Gil corner Adriatico. Walk south on Adriatico about 5 blocks to the Remedios Circle, and tauts on the street will show you pics of honies and promise you college girls. They will walk you to a house in the area with girls. No idea the asking price, but they are usually right about having young cuties. Also not sure if you bang the girl on their premise, or take her ST to your place.

Bit confusing. 'Regular Bar' refers to what? A bar filled with locals having a good time? A disco with locals and FL mixed in?

Couple of live band bars in the area. None of these are pickup places. Cowboy Grill (the biggest) on Mabini corner Arquiza has 1-2 bands nightly. Calle Cinco also on Mabini, near Faura. And Chillz bar on Bocobo, across the street from Birch Tower. Good places to tap your toes.

Fox News Alert! There is no beach nearby. Someone correct me if I am wrong. The Manila bay is a few blocks away, but there is no swimming.Yes, 'regular bar' is a bit vague. I'd hoped / wondered if FLs hang in regular bars looking for clients. Not like Thermae in BKK exactly, but then not as you refer to just locals out with friends. LA Cafe sounds like a good source. , though.

The beach I saw on a Google maps photo point. A bit misleading. A long wide stretch of sand. Not so important anyway.

Thanks.

[WestCoast1]

Yes, 'regular bar' is a bit vague. I'd hoped / wondered if FLs hang in regular bars looking for clients. Not like Thermae in BKK exactly, but then not as you refer to just locals out with friends. LA Cafe sounds like a good source. , though.LA Cafe (Midnight Haven now) would be the closest to Thermae. There is nothing else like it.

Alternately you might consider Club ZZYZX in the Remedios Circle (pic) as something different. The bourgeoisie hang out there, and I'm curious if there are high-class working girls in the place.


The beach I saw on a Google maps photo point. A bit misleading. A long wide stretch of sand. You might be talking about the Manila Bay Beach (see pics). Just off Roxas Blvd near the US Embassy. AKA Manila Dolomite Beach. That's not sand, its dolomite: Practically like walking on cement (don't take your shoes off). You can walk on it, but its uncomfortable to sit on, there are few (or no) umbrella'd areas, and you can't swim there. People just go down there to walk on it for a few minutes, then they leave. Not 100% sure about this but I thought I saw signs saying NO SWIMMING! Better beaches would be Subic and Lipa / Batangas. Its odd that a metropolis of 15 million people sitting on a beautiful bay doesn't have a beach.

[PhilJoy]

Better beaches would be Subic and Lipa / Batangas. Its odd that a metropolis of 15 million people sitting on a beautiful bay doesn't have a beach.I'd have to say that Subic beaches are shit Westie. Not too sure about MNL sitting on a 'beautiful' bay either.

In Subic, all the plastic waste runs down from the locals and washes up on the so-called beaches, and the sand and water quality is crap.

Agree, getting towards Batangas is a better bet, but better off taking a fast cat over to Mindoro, and from there and you'll find nice sand and some sex in places like Sabang and freelancers all over the place.

Unfortunately a mongering area combined with an 'advertised' perfect white beach in The Phils doesn't exist in theory.

However, I've had a great time in Boracay thinking outside the box and at other nice island spots in Cebu.

I personally prefer a nice location and putting a little extra work into the hunt, than opposed to spending all my time in the mayhem of MNL or ugly Angeles.

Just my experience and preference _ Phil.

[Goferring]

Yes, 'regular bar' is a bit vague. I'd hoped / wondered if FLs hang in regular bars looking for clients. Not like Thermae in BKK exactly, but then not as you refer to just locals out with friends. LA Cafe sounds like a good source. , though.

The beach I saw on a Google maps photo point. A bit misleading. A long wide stretch of sand. Not so important anyway.

Thanks.For a normal resto bar, skip Makati entirely and go to High St. , BGC. Lots of options with no hookers but good meals and atmosphere. If you're young, good looking and have game you may get some numbers but it's definitely not a point a shoot for 70 year olds to chase $20 BJs.

For bars and clubs with cold beers and a few freelancers hanging around, just pick anywhere in Makati. The definition of hooker in Manila is very blurred and many girls in Makati will go home with a guy that night if the vibe is right. Most will want taxi money but some don't. A few will be straight out cash for services and will make that very clear.

WC1's list has bars that are hook up joints. 99% of girls there are available for hire. Zzyzx is Asian focused but a freelancer bar none the less. You can try your luck.

You also have P. Burgos which is well, Burgos. Often a good night but bring at least 10 K.

Or my personal favourite, just go get lost for the night and see what you stumble across. I've had some mind altering nights like this before. Perhaps even just get in a cab and say you want to try something different.

Enjoy. G.

[Old And Ugly]

You might be talking about the Manila Bay Beach (see pics). Just off Roxas Blvd near the US Embassy. AKA Manila Dolomite Beach. That's not sand, its dolomite: Practically like walking on cement (don't take your shoes off). You can walk on it, but its uncomfortable to sit on, there are few (or no) umbrella'd areas, and you can't swim there. People just go down there to walk on it for a few minutes, then they leave. Not 100% sure about this but I thought I saw signs saying NO SWIMMING! Better beaches would be Subic and Lipa / Batangas. Its odd that a metropolis of 15 million people sitting on a beautiful bay doesn't have a beach.Don't go for a walk on the beach at night, you may come back with an extra pocket, and the existing ones empty.

[PhilJoy]

Or my personal favourite, just go get lost for the night and see what you stumble across. I've had some mind altering nights like this before. Perhaps even just get in a cab and say you want to try something different. Enjoy. G.Great point G.

The unexpected, and somewhat unplanned, has always resulted in the most memorable memories for me.

_ Phil.

[Pekkakoo]

Do you know if Gramercy residence in Makati is girl friendly? Is there a need to register? I think as an older joint it should be pretty GF.

[WestCoast1]

Do you know if Gramercy residence in Makati is girl friendly? Is there a need to register? I think as an older joint it should be pretty GF.Gram is GF. Age of facility will have nothing to do with:

1) Current residence Admin's GF-ly (or un-friendly) policy.

2) Current policy of the current guard on duty. The regular guard is out sick, and his agency sends an evening shift replacement. He has no idea that the residence is guest-friendly with registration, and he turns every guest away. Or the opposite situation; the residence has a no-guest policy, but he lets in every guest by registering them for the night. Or worse, he is the long-time guard at a residence, and he has a completely opposite policy in his mind than the current administration's policy.

While these things are rare, they occur, and some monger gets cock-blocked. I think Goferring had a similar situation in Davao. The good news is that almost ALL places are G-friendly. In fact its hard to see which ones aren't.

Now I am going to cut thru the fog and tell you how you can find out in advance: Call the residence before you book in airbnb, and ask their guest entry policy. I'm about 99% sure they will tell you "Just you register any guest at the guard (or front desk) sir".

Now that I said that, its also possible that a residence has a 'no-guests' policy (to appease owners), yet does not inform the guards. The guards quietly accept your girl's registration and sends her up. Nobody is the wiser. You call the admin office and they tell you "No guests"! And you reserve at another location. You chat a mate later who stayed there at the same time, and brought in girl after girl. Go figure!

[PrinceyHot]

This is my second time to ph. First time I have stayed in.

Oxford suites Makati. Check ID and call to your room when girl is leaving.

Score birds Angeles. Same as above.

Wild orchid Subic. No checking girl tried to scam me, had to pay 1 k and kick her out.

Palm hotel Emrita. Same no checking.

This time planning to stay only in Manila, 3 different hotels Wanted to get suggestions hotels around Makati and Emrita which has ID checking and call when girls are leaving to avoid any mess. Just want names I will search for reviews here Thanks.

[Skyline25]

Do you know if WESTIN MANILA is girl friendly? Is there a need to register?

[PhilJoy]

This time planning to stay only in Manila, 3 different hotels Wanted to get suggestions hotels around Makati and Emrita which has ID checking and call when girls are leaving to avoid any mess. Just want names I will search for reviews here Thanks.City Garden and City Garden Grand Makati. Good hotels, friendly and helpful staff and close to the action. Always a phone call to the room before they give them their ID back when leaving.

Bayview Park Ermita has fairly strict conditions. Thorough check of the girls. Make sure you book a room for two and sign her in as your GF / partner, otherwise they'll kick them out at 1000 pm.

_ Phil.

[DanhhonkaiSR]

Hello everyone:

Does anyone know if the lyf Malate Manila situated at Malvar, corner Vasquez St, Manila, 1004 near the Robinsons Place Manila shopping center is Girl-friendly? I have been stayed there and the hotel was excellent and staff very helpful, don't know if they will also be "helpful and professional" in terms of the hobby?

Also in BGC area I found Hotel101-Fort looks nice with good reviews and price, does anybody tried this hotel? Is this hotel GF?

Thanks a lot in advance.

[Dg8787]

Hello everyone:

Does anyone know if the lyf Malate Manila situated at Malvar, corner Vasquez St, Manila, 1004 near the Robinsons Place Manila shopping center is Girl-friendly? I have been stayed there and the hotel was excellent and staff very helpful, don't know if they will also be "helpful and professional" in terms of the hobby?

Also in BGC area I found Hotel101-Fort looks nice with good reviews and price, does anybody tried this hotel? Is this hotel GF?

Thanks a lot in advance.Just walk in with the girl and go to your room together. Maybe hold the card key in your hand as you are walking.

[WestCoast1]

Do you know if WESTIN MANILA is girl friendly? Is there a need to register?


Does anyone know if the lyf Malate Manila situated at Malvar, corner Vasquez St, Manila, 1004 near the Robinsons Place Manila shopping center is Girl-friendly? I have been stayed there and the hotel was excellent and staff very helpful, don't know if they will also be "helpful and professional" in terms of the hobby?

Also in BGC area I found Hotel101-Fort looks nice with good reviews and price, does anybody tried this hotel? Is this hotel GF?For both fellas, there is a simple solution to your requests. Call the hotel and ask their guest policy. If one of us told you that the Westin is GF because we stayed there before, then you stayed there and found out the opposite, that's not our fault. Things change. Calling the hotel or condo Admin directly resloves it for you.

WC.

[Banana Boi]

Just wanted to give a heads up for those staying in BGC AirBNB's. Don't make the same mistake I made by booking these.

I purposely chose BGC since it's more in line with the area and living quality I wanted. I correctly made the assessment that staying near Burgos would be like staying near Walking Street in Pattaya. Too dirty for my preference. The first AirBNB I stayed in was down near High Street. 2 girls wanted me to BF them and did not balk at all when I told them I was staying in BGC. So distance wise it seems to be a non issue for girls. I also assume they would gladly stay overnight in a high end condo as well. The problem in lies the security. Even I had issues getting myself in to the first AirBNB. I didn't realize that the host had to get my ID and forward it to the condo just for me to get in! Then I had to let them keep my ID when I arrived in exchange for an elevator key. They asked me if any other guest is staying there and I said my GF may show up later. They said that the host needed to send them a copy of a girl's ID in order for them to allow her up. Could I have snuck her up? No chance. Always 1 or 2 people at the door guarding it like a hawk.

I'm now in my 2nd AirBNB which I had already prepaid with no refund. Security not as tight as the first one but the process that the host needs to send them an ID is the same. You also have to go for an "interview" in a separate building. Could I sneak a girl up at the new AirBNB. Much higher probability but there is usually a guard at the door too. He seems more relaxed though. There is also a front desk girl. Don't really want to BF a girl only to have her rejected at my AirBNB. So basically if I find a bar girl now I would have to book a second hotel room for the night. Not as much a money issue rather just a huge PITA.

Serves me right for not RTFF about BGC accommodations. Too used to Thailand.

[Goferring]

Just wanted to give a heads up for those staying in BGC AirBNB's. Don't make the same mistake I made by booking these.

Serves me right for not RTFF about BGC accommodations. Too used to Thailand.It's not just BGC. I had the same problem in Davao. Actually, it was worse: no guests at all after 10 pm. After one night I walked away from a prepaid one week booking.

I used Airbnb in Greenbelt as well but there was no problem there having visitors at any time of the day. No need for signings or permissions at all. Worked for me but the lack of security was also a risk that I had to accept. While it was in a great location, it definitely wasn't a high end condo. If I wanted high-end, I would book a hotel. They are familiar with having hookers come and go 24/7.

Enjoy. G.

[Old And Ugly]

Just wanted to give a heads up for those staying in BGC AirBNB's. Don't make the same mistake I made by booking these.

I purposely chose BGC since it's more in line with the area and living quality I wanted. I correctly made the assessment that staying near Burgos would be like staying near Walking Street in Pattaya. Too dirty for my preference. The first AirBNB I stayed in was down near High Street. 2 girls wanted me to BF them and did not balk at all when I told them I was staying in BGC. So distance wise it seems to be a non issue for girls. I also assume they would gladly stay overnight in a high end condo as well. The problem in lies the security. Even I had issues getting myself in to the first AirBNB. I didn't realize that the host had to get my ID and forward it to the condo just for me to get in! Then I had to let them keep my ID when I arrived in exchange for an elevator key. They asked me if any other guest is staying there and I said my GF may show up later. They said that the host needed to send them a copy of a girl's ID in order for them to allow her up. Could I have snuck her up? No chance. Always 1 or 2 people at the door guarding it like a hawk.

I'm now in my 2nd AirBNB which I had already prepaid with no refund. Security not as tight as the first one but the process that the host needs to send them an ID is the same. You also have to go for an "interview" in a separate building. Could I sneak a girl up at the new AirBNB. Much higher probability but there is usually a guard at the door too. He seems more relaxed though. There is also a front desk girl. Don't really want to BF a girl only to have her rejected at my AirBNB. So basically if I find a bar girl now I would have to book a second hotel room for the night. Not as much a money issue rather just a huge PITA.

Serves me right for not RTFF about BGC accommodations. Too used to Thailand.I don't understand the obsession with Airbnb if someone is not staying there for a month or so. Hotels are a much better alternative for short stays.

If I'm there for a month, and maybe I want to cook, then yes Airbnb is the logical choice, but I would be doing some research before renting it to make sure I can do whatever I'm there for. Also I always grease the security and front desk daily with a small amount (50-100), they will be ashamed to even ask you questions, and always open the door wide for you to walk in with whoever you want.

[WestCoast1]

I'm now in my 2nd AirBNB which I had already prepaid with no refund. Security not as tight as the first one but the process that the host needs to send them an ID is the same. You also have to go for an "interview" in a separate building. Could I sneak a girl up at the new AirBNB. Much higher probability but there is usually a guard at the door too. He seems more relaxed though. There is also a front desk girl. Don't really want to BF a girl only to have her rejected at my AirBNB. So basically if I find a bar girl now I would have to book a second hotel room for the night. Not as much a money issue rather just a huge PITA.

Serves me right for not RTFF about BGC accommodations. Too used to Thailand.That procedure of advance providing your ID and anyone staying in your unit with you, ala your significant other (not temporary / overnight guests), is standard for condos in Phils. Most of them state it in the description somewhere, and I am surprised your condo owner / host didn't insist on it at some point as your arrival date neared. Many condos use a magnetic key-card to access the elevator (the key-card might not look like a typical card, it might be inserted into the keychain or such), and they won't provide such until they have your (and your SO's) ID. They Admin office makes these cards, and are often not open evenings and weekends, so you might have to surrender your ID until they make your card. I haven't had an airbnb condo owner not advance require and ID for at least the past 7-8 years here (even in dumpier places like the Soho near Burgos).

I think I reported here, around 2018, that I had to wait several hours at Gramercy in Makati when the owner didn't mention it in advance. The condo front desk and Admin is not responsible for this mess, and this is not tight security (its standard). When I contacted the Gramercy unit host, asking him to meet me and get me upstairs as Admin would not allow it, he informed me that he was in Thailand on vacation, and that I was on my own. 24 hours of flying from the US midwest and jet-lagged, what a mess. The host sent his representative, who arrived several hours later, and got me into the unit temporarily.

Another thought for you BB: Complain to airbnb. The owner / host not collecting your ID in advance, it is his error, not yours. Similar complaints from myself have forced the owner to return part of my money for the headache / delay involved (airbnb doesn't take kindly to owner errors).

OTOH, most residences have a 'guest' policy that covers your girls, which requires them to give up a valid ID and sign in a registry, then get their ID back when they depart. If your condo does not allow this (its rare, but some might not), then you got the short end of the stick.

Another condo warning: Losing either the magnetic key-card, or the key itself, could cost you several thousand pesos (and a long wait) for a replacement, as it must be re-done by Admin, when they are on-duty.

[Banana Boi]

Are the rooms at City Garden Grand significantly nicer than City Garden to justify the price difference?

[KbNagar]

Are the rooms at City Garden Grand significantly nicer than City Garden to justify the price difference?Yes, I like the Grand. Its significantly nicer. Very girl friendly. Rooftop is clean and nice. Some girls that I have been with do enjoy the nicer place. Book a king deluxe corner rooms. They have windows on two sides. Way better for my tastes.

[KbNagar]

Have been in Aibnbs in BGC. The upstreet one is nice for sure. I now have a simple rule -- (1) Chose airbnb if you know the girls that you plan to be with. If you plan to host a fun party with a few girls, some singing, nothing like a spacious 2 BR condo. Girls can drink and crash in the place. No worries about transportation. You can do preregistration and be done with. (2) Chose hotels if you plan to go with the flow and find girls from everywhere. They have their place. I have a feeling that seniors like Westie or Gofer may not agree my assessment. Has worked for me though.

[PhilJoy]

Also I always grease the security and front desk daily with a small amount (50-100), they will be ashamed to even ask you questions, and always open the door wide for you to walk in with whoever you want.My golden rule Ugly.

A small price to pay for many happy entrances.

_Phil.

[PhilJoy]

Are the rooms at City Garden Grand significantly nicer than City Garden to justify the price difference?Hi BB,

I've always been happy with the regular City Garden.

Great staff who know me by name and appreciate my efforts at Tagalog.

The roof-top restaurant and bar staff always welcome me back.

The doormen know they're going to get slipped 50-100 p all the time for an easy check-in process with the girls.

The issue I have, is bringing back some hot looking things I've hooked up with on Pina, and avoiding some freelancers who camp outside and who I've done in the past. It all seems quite territorial where the same girls hang out every night. And the Bakla too.

I know the two hotels are really close in proximity, but I'm about to give The CG Grand a shot on my next work trip.

No doubt, a report will arrive thereafter.

_ Phil.

[KbNagar]

Any intel on imhotel? Is it as open as grand and city garden? Asking for a friend.