Where to stay in Manila when you are going alone
14 places read, grouped by the choice you are actually making. Every one has been read rather than listed.
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Women only
Properties or dorms that take women exclusively.
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Hostels
Where most first solo trips start, and where meeting people costs no effort.
- Z Hostel
Sunset views over Makati from the rooftop are specifically called out by reviewers.
Hostel · 4.4 from 1,865 - Abraham Manila
The Poblacion location puts you within walking distance of food, nightlife, and shopping. Bring your own lock for the storage cabinet, the reviews are clear on that.
Hostel · 4.8 from 432 - Mad Monkey ManilaHostel · 4.4 from 218
- Yamato Hostel
Staff carried luggage upstairs without being asked, which tells you something about how this place operates. The quiet policy holds, though dorm guests occasionally need reminding.
Hostel · 4.7 from 183 - 8 HOSTEL
24-hour reception available for late arrivals or early departures.
Hostel · 4.0 from 174 - Manila Gateway Hostel
Quiet, clean Makati stay with responsive staff; check in from 2:00 PM.
Hostel · 4.9 from 148 - Cheese Hostel Manila
Makati location reachable by local transport, with check in from 2:00 PM.
Hostel · 4.3 from 132 - Crossroads Hostel Manila Co. Ltd.
Women book Crossroads for the separated dorms and bathing areas, which one guest names specifically as what made her comfortable. It sits walking distance from Poblacion's restaurants and bars, so evenings sort themselves out easily.
Hostel · 4.5 from 131 - BuenaSentro HostelHostel · 4.6 from 30
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Hotels and guesthouses
A door of your own.
- The Picasso Boutique Serviced Residences
Salcedo Village address in Makati, walkable to restaurants and shops, check-in from 2pm.
Hotel · 4.4 from 1,165 · about $85 a night - Airo Suites MakatiHotel · 4.9 from 861
- The Henry Hotel Manila
Women return for the individually decorated rooms and the garden courtyard, which genuinely cut out the city noise. Staff bent the checkout rules when asked, which tells you something about how the place is run.
Hotel · 4.5 from 679 · about $74 a night - The Peninsula ManilaHotel