philippines

philippines

pick a budget or a base below — we'll quote your dates.

room budget, per nightup to ₹20k

our favourites

the stays we’d put our own family in first.

the peninsula manila
two teddies — a family favourite

makati

the peninsula manila

The default choice for a reliable, high-end stay in Manila.

typically

₹13.5kper night

ascott makati
one teddy — family-ready

makati

ascott makati

A reliable choice for families or business travelers needing a home base in Manila.

typically

₹11.5kper night

sheraton manila bay
one teddy — family-ready

manila

sheraton manila bay

A dependable choice for those prioritizing comfort and logistics over unique design.

typically

₹13.5kper night

raffles makati
two teddies — a family favourite

makati

raffles makati

A top-tier choice for those who value service and location over resort amenities.

typically

₹29.5kper night

fairmont makati
one teddy — family-ready

makati

fairmont makati

A reliable, high-performing choice for those who value convenience above all else.

typically

₹14,531per night

by budget

smart rooms, sharp prices — still family-vetted

the peninsula manila
two teddies — a family favourite

makati

the peninsula manila

The default choice for a reliable, high-end stay in Manila.

typically

₹13.5kper night

ascott makati
one teddy — family-ready

makati

ascott makati

A reliable choice for families or business travelers needing a home base in Manila.

typically

₹11.5kper night

sheraton manila bay
one teddy — family-ready

manila

sheraton manila bay

A dependable choice for those prioritizing comfort and logistics over unique design.

typically

₹13.5kper night

fairmont makati
one teddy — family-ready

makati

fairmont makati

A reliable, high-performing choice for those who value convenience above all else.

typically

₹14,531per night

sheraton at newport world resorts
one teddy — family-ready

newport city / pasay

sheraton at newport world resorts

A high-utility choice for travelers who value time over atmosphere.

typically

₹17.5kper night

by teddies

worth the stay — we’d happily send our own family here

ascott makati
one teddy — family-ready

makati

ascott makati

A reliable choice for families or business travelers needing a home base in Manila.

typically

₹11.5kper night

sheraton manila bay
one teddy — family-ready

manila

sheraton manila bay

A dependable choice for those prioritizing comfort and logistics over unique design.

typically

₹13.5kper night

fairmont makati
one teddy — family-ready

makati

fairmont makati

A reliable, high-performing choice for those who value convenience above all else.

typically

₹14,531per night

sheraton at newport world resorts
one teddy — family-ready

newport city / pasay

sheraton at newport world resorts

A high-utility choice for travelers who value time over atmosphere.

typically

₹17.5kper night

the westin manila
one teddy — family-ready

ortigas center

the westin manila

A consistent, high-quality choice for those prioritizing comfort and efficiency.

typically

₹21.5kper night

on the map

13 stays, where they actually sit. tap a pin for the price.

by neighbourhood

Baroque churches in Intramuros. Two days, then the islands.

the peninsula manila
two teddies — a family favourite

makati

the peninsula manila

The default choice for a reliable, high-end stay in Manila.

typically

₹13.5kper night

raffles makati
two teddies — a family favourite

makati

raffles makati

A top-tier choice for those who value service and location over resort amenities.

typically

₹29.5kper night

ascott makati
one teddy — family-ready

makati

ascott makati

A reliable choice for families or business travelers needing a home base in Manila.

typically

₹11.5kper night

sheraton manila bay
one teddy — family-ready

manila

sheraton manila bay

A dependable choice for those prioritizing comfort and logistics over unique design.

typically

₹13.5kper night

fairmont makati
one teddy — family-ready

makati

fairmont makati

A reliable, high-performing choice for those who value convenience above all else.

typically

₹14,531per night

best for the younglings

quiet floors, a cot that actually arrives, and a kitchen for the bottles.

the peninsula manila
two teddies — a family favourite

makati

the peninsula manila

The default choice for a reliable, high-end stay in Manila.

typically

₹13.5kper night

ascott makati
one teddy — family-ready

makati

ascott makati

A reliable choice for families or business travelers needing a home base in Manila.

typically

₹11.5kper night

sheraton manila bay
one teddy — family-ready

manila

sheraton manila bay

A dependable choice for those prioritizing comfort and logistics over unique design.

typically

₹13.5kper night

sheraton at newport world resorts
one teddy — family-ready

newport city / pasay

sheraton at newport world resorts

A high-utility choice for travelers who value time over atmosphere.

typically

₹17.5kper night

the westin manila
one teddy — family-ready

ortigas center

the westin manila

A consistent, high-quality choice for those prioritizing comfort and efficiency.

typically

₹21.5kper night

know before you go

everything else, at a glance.

when to go

mar–novsweet spot
dec–febpeak
may–octoff-season

who loves it

young kids●●●○○
teens●●●●○
grandparents●●○○○

quick facts

flight6.6 hrs
direct flightsyes
veg & jaingood
why philippines

7,000 islands, too many for one trip. pick a region and go deep.

Touch down in Manila and the humidity hits you like a wall. Jeepneys roar past, belching diesel. Street food sizzles on every corner. The Philippines doesn't hold back.

It's a country of islands, each with its own personality. Palawan is postcard-perfect — turquoise water, limestone cliffs, dive spots teeming with life. Cebu is more developed, with a thriving food scene and easier access. Luzon is the biggest, home to Manila's urban sprawl, the rice terraces of Banaue, and volcanoes you can hike.

Don't try to do it all in one trip. Island-hopping is the name of the game, but internal flights can be delayed, and ferries aren't always reliable. Pick a region and explore it properly.

The diving is world-class. The beaches are stunning. The food is a mix of Filipino, Spanish, Chinese, and American influences — adobo, lechon, halo-halo, all worth seeking out.

Best time to visit is November to May, during the dry season. Be prepared for crowds during peak season. Infrastructure can be patchy, but the people are some of the friendliest you'll ever meet. Pair with Hong Kong for a city contrast.