Edsa Shangri-La, ManilavsRed Carabao Manila Hostel & Tours
Both hotels are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Edsa Shangri-La is the choice of most writers compared to Red Carabao. Edsa Shangri-La comes in at 75 with accolades from 5 publications such as Condé Nast Traveler, Lonely Planet and Travel + Leisure.
Edsa Shangri-La, Manila
1 Garden Way, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong, Luzon 1650, Philippines
From $116/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Insight Guides
"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."
Jetsetter
"Located in Mandaluyong, Edsa Shangri-La, Manila is in the business district and minutes from Shangri-La Mall and William J Shaw Theater. This 5-star hotel is within close proximity of..." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Though it stands amid Manila’s concrete jungle, this urban escape teems with tropical greenery." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Slightly less impressive than Shangri-La’s Makati location, yet still a five-star hotel by all rights. The gardens here are truly a sight to behold, and the MRT is just steps away." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"These two white towers are set in a tropical garden in the shopping and residential Ortigas Center district. Interiors have marble floors, wooden rails, Asian paintings, and floral arrangements." Full review
Red Carabao Manila Hostel & Tours
2819 Felix Huertas Street, Santa Cruz, Manila, Luzon 1003, Philippines
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Kitchenette
- Air Conditioning
- Minibar
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Where the cool kids hang out, this hipster hostel offers a more authentic local experience in a nontouristy neighbourhood." Full review