Robelle HousevsThe Peninsula Manila
Both Robelle House and The Peninsula Manila are recommended by travel writers. Overall, The Peninsula Manila ranks significantly higher than Robelle House. The Peninsula Manila comes in at #3 in Manila with accolades from 4 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Rough Guide and Frommer's.
Robelle House
4402 Valdez Street, off Makati Avenue, Makati, Luzon 1210, Philippines
From $0/night
Lonely Planet
"The location in a residential neighbourhood isn’t for those who are creeped out by isolated side streets. Other than that it’s a brilliant choice, and entirely unlike anything else in the area." Full review
Rough Guide
"The most atmospheric Filipino budget accommodation in the business district. The location isn’t great though: it’s a good walk from the Makati shops... The rooms are no more than serviceable."
The Peninsula Manila
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 Telegraph
8.0
"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