A Businessclass Verified Hotel
Set on the edge of Manila Bay, The Manila Hotel stands as the Philippines’ most enduring luxury hotel experience. Since opening its doors in 1912, this grand dame has welcomed royalty, heads of state, and luminaries, earning its reputation as the country’s flagship heritage hotel. Designed to rival the opulence of Malacañang Palace, the Manila Hotel has been woven into the fabric of Philippine history and culture. Ernest Hemingway once remarked, “If the story is as good as Manila Hotel, it is a fine story indeed.”
Today, the property boasts 570 recently refreshed rooms and suites, each blending contemporary comfort with classic Filipino artistry. Expect warm earth palettes, hand-carved wood furnishings, marble surfaces, and signature local accents—like capiz shell wall panels and rattan lounge chairs—creating an atmosphere of understated elegance. Spacious bathrooms feature modern amenities, including integrated television screens for a touch of indulgence.
Guests begin their day with an extensive breakfast spread at Café Ilang-Ilang, celebrated for its diverse international and Filipino offerings. Red Jade serves refined Cantonese cuisine, while the Champagne Room, with its ornate interiors, is a destination for French-inspired fine dining. For evening cocktails and live jazz, The Tap Room remains a beloved gathering place steeped in nostalgia. The expansive outdoor pool, fully renovated in recent years, offers a tranquil oasis overlooking lush landscaped gardens. The hotel’s spa draws inspiration from timeless Filipino wellness traditions, providing a restorative sanctuary for mind and body.
Art aficionados will appreciate the hotel’s ongoing collaboration with Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation, which since 2018 has transformed the Art Gallery by The Manila Hotel into a vibrant showcase for the country’s emerging and established artists. This dynamic space continues to champion the evolving contemporary art scene in the Philippines, offering guests a window into the nation’s creative spirit.