If you're a first time visitor to Manila, you might prefer a more touristy area, but if you're a solo traveler, a local neighborhood could be more interesting. Some areas have lots of things to do within walking distance, but the hotels may be more expensive. To give you a starting point for your trip research, we looked at what people say about neighborhoods and places to stay in Manila.
The top mentioned neighborhoods and areas that people talk about in and around Manila are:
Here's what Trippy members had to say:
"As Metro Manila is really big, get a hotel in the districts Manila or Makati City." See More
"So here it is, Bonifacio Global City -Taguig Metro Manila, Makati City please follow this link - http://www." See More
"As several people have already pointed out, Makati City is a relatively safe area to stay in." See More
"Makati City business district and the Bonifacio Global City." See More
Depending on the neighborhood you choose, you may want to research hotels in the area. If you'd rather start with the most recommended hotels in Manila, here's a list to get you started.
Here's what Trippy members had to say about hotels:
"Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila in Pasay City is overlooking Manila Bay" See More
"I remember The Peninsula Manila doesnt have one either." See More
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Trippy is a great resource for planning your trip because you get advice from real travelers. We suggested neighborhoods and hotels based on the recommendations of the Trippy community. This gives you a quick overview, but if you're looking to do more research, here are some of the questions that we used to find this information.
Katie Simons from Los Angeles asked:
What's the best neighborhood in Manila for a first time visitor? (6 answers)
Nicole Perry from Minneapolis asked:
Beaches driving distance from Manila? (7 answers)
Maybe you're looking for a happening area with lots to see and do, or you want to be walking distance from tourist attractions. Check out some of these places and see there's a hotel nearby.
Want to research more popular attractions in Manila? Click the blue button below.
This page is just a starting point, to really get personalized advice from Manila locals and experienced travelers, post a question on Trippy! You can start by browsing the questions other people have asked about Manila.
If you've changed your mind and decided to go somewhere else, go to the main page and explore where to stay in any city.
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