Thanks to a booming Asian economy, Manila, the capital of the Philippines, has become a well-established international business center for executives from all over the world. Manila offers a varied list of business-friendly hotels that range from luxury properties to no-frills accommodations for budget-conscious travelers. Choose from well-known international brands such as Hyatt or Marriott, or individual local hotels that offer a unique touch of Filipino culture.
The Mandarin Oriental brand is synonymous with luxury and upscale business travel all over the world. The Mandarin Oriental, Manila, is one of the city's most prestigious business addresses. For business entertaining, it features fine Continental cuisine at its flagship The Tivoli restaurant. Enjoy an after-dinner drink and smoke at Kipling's Cigar Bar. Get pampered and take in panoramic views of the city from the spa on the top floor.
Mandarin Oriental, Manila
Makati Ave. Metro Manila
Makati, 1226
Philippines
011-63-2-857-4782
mandarinoriental.com
The 699-room Makati Shangri-La in Manila is another luxury hotel just 20 minutes from the airport, at the heart of the central business and financial district. Unique flourishes include Zen waterfalls on each floor. Enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine at Inagiku or casual fare at Circles Event Café.
Makati Shangri-La Manila
Ayala St. at Makati Ave.
Makati, 1200
Philippines
011-63-2-813-8888
shangri-la.com
The Hyatt brand is a familiar one for many international business travelers. The 378-room Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila features a business center, hotel limousine service, a Regency Club and four restaurants. Its top amenity after a long day of meetings is the Club Oasis Spa.
Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila
1588 Pedro Gil at M.H. Del Pilar
Malate,
Manila, 1004
Phiippines
011-63-2-245-1234
hyatt.com
Another popular brand for business travelers is Marriott. The 342-room Manila Marriott Hotel is located within the Resorts World Manila complex that offers everything from dining to shopping to after-hours leisure. The hotel has four restaurants, including Cru Steakhouse. For entertainment options, visit the nearby Bonifacio Global City Taguig, Manila's newest business and dining hub.
Manila Marriott Hotel
10 Newport Blvd.
Manila, 1309
Philippines
011-63-2-988-9999
marriott.com
For budget-conscious business travelers, the Best Western Hotel La Corona Main offers, clean, safe accommodations at reasonable prices. At the center of the tourist district, it's close to the National Library and U.S. Embassy. The room rate includes a complimentary breakfast.
Best Western Hotel La Corona Manila
1166 M.H. de Pilar and Arquiza St.
Ermita
Manila, 1000
Phillipines
011-63-2-524-2631
bestwestern.com
