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The Peninsula ManilavsMalate Pensionne
Both Malate Pensionne and The Peninsula Manila are endorsed by professional travelers. Overall, The Peninsula Manila scores significantly higher than Malate Pensionne. The Peninsula Manila scores 83 with accolades from 4 sources including Rough Guide, Frommer's and Travel + Leisure.
The Peninsula Manila
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Rough Guide
Forbes Travel Guide
The Telegraph
Ayala & Makati Avenues, Metro Manila, Makati, Luzon 1226, Philippines
From $93/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "The first thing most guests at the Peninsula comment on is the attentive and friendly service, which is almost impossible to fault." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"With rooms that highlight the best of Filipino design, the Peninsula is a Makati veteran that nevertheless appears brand new." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The restored lobby now boasts soaring, 4-story ceilings, a lavish sunburst sculpture, and copious amounts of light thanks to elongated windows." Full review
Rough Guide "Ostentatious five-star that takes up a city block and has a cheesily opulent lobby where people go to drink coffee and to see and be seen."
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"The only recognizable landmark of the Makati district in Manila from 40 years ago is The Peninsula Manila, a grand, elegant luxury spot." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Rub shoulders with the city’s beau monde in the glamorous lobby before you head for dinner at one of the fantastic restaurants, or retire to your well-appointed bedroom." Full review
Malate Pensionne Frommer's
Insight Guides Rough Guide Lonely Planet
1771 M. Adriatico St., Manila, Luzon 1004, Philippines
From $25/night
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
Frommer's "A longstanding favorite of travelers on a tight budget, Malate Pensionne is conveniently located in Malate... and has significantly more charm than some of the really cheap backpacker hangouts." Full review
Insight Guides "Antique furniture, restaurant. A classic backpackers’ haunt with a fresh facelift. Good location for fun."
Rough Guide "Tucked behind Starbucks in an unbeatable position, this has been one of the area’s most popular guesthouses for years."
Lonely Planet "This beautifully maintained and grandly atmospheric travellers’ centre with hardwood detail throughout is justifiably popular." Full review
