Places to Stay
Ascott Makati
This is our first choice for hotels as they have a lot of 2BR and 3BR that make it easy and affordable to share!
Contact
+632 550 3200
Glorietta 4, Ayala Centre
Somerset Millenium
This is another serviced apartment place for those that aren't too eager to share a room. With a central location, this puts you close to all the action!
Contact
+632 550 3200
104 Aguirre Street, Legaspi Village
Fairmont Makati
Hey fancy pants! This is one of Manila's newest hotels, and is said to have excellent service. It is also connected to the uber luxurious Raffles, which we would also recommend if you're flying in on your private jet.
Contact
+ 632 555 9888
1 Raffles Drive, Makati Avenue
Peninsula
A fan of old world sophistication are we? Then this is the place you want to be. With the best lobby in the Philippines, the Pen is known to be the home of Hollywood celebs whenever they come to Manila.
Contact
+632 887 2888
Corner of Ayala and Makati Avenue
Holiday Inn
Saving your money for Boracay and can't find another person/couple to split a room? Then this is the place for you. Still right in the center of what's important, this is another new hotel that has garnered rave reviews.
Contact
+63 2 909 0888
Palm Drive, Ayala Center
Wine and Dine
Blind Pig
Manila's first speakeasy, and in our opinion, the best bar in Asia. No bias. We swear.
Contact
+63 917 549 2264
227 Salcedo St, Legaspi Village
Cirkulo
One of our favorite restaurants. Though its speciality is spanish cuisine, this restaurant offers exceptional Filipino dishes. Try the sisig. It's killer!
Contact
+632 810-8735104
Corner Arnaiz Avenue and Paseo de Roxas
The Exit
The perfect place for a beer and some Black Keys.
Address
121 Paseo de Roxas, inside the Plaza Cafe
Plaza Cafe
If you're looking for a great sandwich or a refreshing salad, this is the place for you. The Turkey and Brie is heavenly.
Address
121 Paseo de Roxas, Makati
Stockton Place
Let's face it, you're not going to find a better restaurant in the Philippines.
Contact
+63 917 856 1419
227 Salcedo St, Legaspi Village
Culture
The Ayala Museum
Perhaps the most civilized museum here. It will undoubtedly give you a better idea of Philippine art and culture.
Address
Corner Makati Avenue and dela Rosa
Carlos Celdran Tour (Walk This Way)
This is THE tour we always try to make sure visitors take while they're in Manila. Provocative, entertaining and inspiring, Carlos Celdran is the man.
Take a leisurely stroll around a selection of Intramuros' most stunning structures and take in an ironically irreverent yet informative analysis of Philippine architecture, culture, & society from Pre-Hispanic Manila until the present. It's theater at street level and a wonderful learning experience.
Learn ALL about Manila literally one step at a time
Contact
+63 920 9092021 (Lesley)
Intramuros