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The Manila HotelvsSt Giles Makati Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, The Manila Hotel scores significantly higher than St Giles Hotel. The Manila Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 91 with approval from 6 publications like Insight Guides, oyster.com and Travel + Leisure.
The Manila Hotel
Frommer's
Insight Guides
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Rough Guide
Oyster
Afar Magazine
One Rizal Park, Manila, Luzon 0913, Philippines
From $121/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
"Its public areas and older rooms could use a renovation in places, but the newer rooms are arguably the best and most luxurious in the city -- and you simply can't beat it for Old Manila charm." Full review
"This legendary hotel will appeal to World War II history buffs. One of the oldest buildings in the capital, it once hosted General Douglas MacArthur."
Top Choice
"As the Mandarin Oriental is to Bangkok and Raffles is to Singapore, so is the Manila Hotel to Manila." Full review
"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." Full review
"Esteemed establishment that is undoubtedly past its best but nevertheless reeks of history, at least in the old wing where General Douglas MacArthur stayed during World War II."
Luxury
"This 510-room property is Manila’s grand dame." Full review
"The undisputed grande dame of Filipino hospitality, the Manila Hotel has so many tales to tell, even Hemingway was impressed." Full review
St Giles Makati Hotel
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
Makati Ave., Makati, Luzon, Philippines
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"The gym, rooftop pool and compact-but-fashionable rooms will please business travellers." Full review
"Smart hotel that opened in 2010, close to all the action. There’s a pool and gym, and the rooms are elegantly furnished in light neutral tones. Free wi-fi in the lobby."