How to Find Luxury Hotels in Manila, Philippines

The capital of the Philippines, Manila is a thriving metropolis providing the perfect mix of East and West. Rich in entertainment, shopping, great food and history, Manila has become a must-see for tourists and offers many luxury accommodations from which to choose. Read on to learn how to find luxury accommodations in Manila, Philippines.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer With Internet Access

Choose the Right Location for Luxury Accommodations

1. Contact the Philippines Department of Tourism by calling [phone] or by visiting the link below. Be sure to research Roxas Boulevard. One of the city's best known attractions, this scenic oceanfront drive provides access to landmarks, museums and luxury hotels on one side and a spectacular view of Manila Bay on the other. One landmark place to consider staying is the Manila Hotel. See the Resources section below for a link to this property.
2. Visit the trendy Makati financial district. Within walking distance of major shopping areas, restaurants and nightclubs, Makati is a favorite among tourists. There are many luxury accommodations in this area.
3. Choose Chinatown. Across the Pasig River from Intramuros, Binondo is Manila's Chinatown, an area rich in Chinese merchants, organizations and architecture. Affordable accommodations are located here, along with various points of interest.
4. Explore Ermita. Once famous as Manila's red light district, Ermita is now the entertainment capital of the Philippines, providing only good clean fun. Mixing a busy modern shopping center with antique stores, local artists and cafes, Ermita also entices visitors with its delicious cuisine. Choose accommodations near this district for a lively time.

Getting Around

5. Rent a car. The cities and municipalities of Metro Manila are connected by well-designed highways and roads, allowing for easy navigation.
6. Take the train. Manila has two public railway systems, the LRT (Light Rail Transit) and the MRT (Metro Rail Transit).
7. Fly. Servicing Manila is the Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

Find Points of Interest

8. Enjoy the outdoors. Manila is filled with parks, some of which feature carriage rides, art fairs, fountains and live concerts.
9. Appreciate religious architecture. There are many beautiful churches to admire in Manila. Among the most popular are the Malate Church and the Quiapo Church.
10. See art. While in Manila, be sure to check out the pottery and gold exhibits at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the local paintings displayed at the National Museum.
11. Steep yourself in history. From ruins to war monuments, the historical district of Intramuros is surrounded by high walls and moats left over from its Spanish rule in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. The 17th century Fortress Santiago and the mid-nineteenth century Casa Manila are just two of the many historic sites worth seeing.

Tips & Warnings

• Manila is notorious for congested traffic. Allow plenty of time for any trip and expect delays.