One of eight vibes
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
2 hotels
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
The Henry Hotel Manila
Restored 1940s postwar family villas arranged around mature tropical gardens in Pasay.
The Manila Hotel
Built under Daniel Burnham’s master plan, the 1912 landmark retains its California Mission design.
2 hotels
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Admiral Hotel Manila
A rebuilt 1939 waterfront landmark honouring Manila pre-war Golden Age society and architecture.
The Bayleaf Intramuros
An adaptive reuse of Gabriel Formoso's 1968 modernist structure beside historic ramparts.
Gold. Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver. Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze. They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed. A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
Design. Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe. Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local. It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Heritage. A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness. You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic. The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort. A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.