Manila

The restored lobby now boasts soaring, 4-story ceilings, a lavish sunburst sculpture, and copious amounts of light thanks to elongated windows. — Travel + Leisure

The capital's Manila Hotel, with its embroidered linens... and black-and-white floor tiles, reflects the antithesis of the sleek design aesthetic that pervades much of Southeast Asia. — Travel + Leisure

Staking its claim as Manila's most luxurious hotel, Raffles' stunning suites pay tribute to the original Singapore colonial design mixed with contemporary touches. — Lonely Planet

The specs: Two hotels with shared common areas, housed in a new high-rise in the fast-growing (though still somewhat sketchy) business and shopping district of Makati. — Condé Nast Traveler

The whitewashed walls, tile floors, and wooden staircases of this restored colonial mansion immediately transport you back to the Spanish era. — Fodor's

True Shangri-La style; close to Megamall in the Ortigas/Pasig City area northeast of Makati. Tennis, fitness center, pool. Italian and Chinese dining, popular for business lunches. — Insight Guides

Serviced apartments offer stylish, modern furnishings that belie the very competitive prices... In keeping with the artistic theme, an in-house gallery showcases contemporary Filipino visual art. — Frommer's

Close to the amenities of Makati, such as the popular Power Plant mall, but without the hefty price tag of an international chain... All rooms are nonsmoking. — Frommer's

The Bayleaf is an oasis of calm in the heart of old Manila. Service in this medium-sized establishment is friendly, efficient, while the spacious rooms are contemporary. — Fodor's

Manila's first resort-style hotel, the Sofitel is in a class of its own and hard to beat at this price level. — Frommer's

Delivers all the amenities expected of a luxury business property: solid and varied dining options, a well-equipped fitness center, a pool, a spa, and high-tech meeting space. — Oyster

The 236-room Pan Pacific is a luxury hotel in Malate, a short walk from Manila Bay and several shopping malls. — Oyster

This beautifully maintained and grandly atmospheric travellers’ centre with hardwood detail throughout is justifiably popular. — Lonely Planet

Stone House Quezon City is a basic hotel option near nightlife along Tomas Morato Avenue. — Oyster

This is QC's chicest address for the wannabe hipster in you...Throw in legit green credentials and you have a real gem. — Lonely Planet

Spacious, impeccably clean rooms in a quiet old family house... One of the best budget places to stay in the area and handy for the airport. — Rough Guide

Well removed from the hustle and bustle of Malate and Ermita you’ll find this friendly neighbourhood hotel. — Lonely Planet

A one-time artist compound, The Henry Hotel Manila in Pasay City is a sanctuary of creativity in the heart of the city. — Mr & Mrs Smith

As you step out of Conrad Manila’s elevator into the main lobby, the unobstructed view of Manila Bay welcomes you, radiating the warmth of the tropical sun and world-class Filipino hospitality. — Forbes Travel Guide

Opened in 2016, this gleaming luxury hotel signals the Fort's ambitions to become Manila's new epicentre of business and commerce. — Lonely Planet