St Giles Makati HotelvsThe Peninsula Manila
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Peninsula Manila scores significantly better than St Giles Hotel. The Peninsula Manila comes in at 84 with endorsements from 4 publications like Rough Guide, Frommer's and Travel + Leisure.
St Giles Makati Hotel
Makati Ave., Makati, Luzon, Philippines
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet
"The gym, rooftop pool and compact-but-fashionable rooms will please business travellers." Full review
Rough Guide
"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."
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