The redeeming quality is the view from the roof, but they have implemented an over the top RFID…read moredebit chip wristband system which is visitor-unfriendly, especially considering the drink selection is not particularly impressive nor was the vibe of the place. I've heard this place was the hotspot prior to the pandemic but nowadays they could certainly do more to win back their business.

Tucked away in the busy streets of Makati, this hidden gem of a place is definitely worth a visit…read more My friend and I have once decided to meet up here right after our work just to chill (it was just a walking distance from where I was working then). I never stayed in the hostel so my review is only for the rooftop bar. It has a nice view of the city and the drinks and foods were really cheap. The atmosphere was very casual and chill, especially during early at night. By the time it was getting late, more people had been coming in and the scene was starting to feel more like a club with loud music. Highly recommended if you're looking for a relaxed place to chill and have drinks.

(I am reviewing Tambayan's bar)…read more I really wanted to give Tambayan a higher grade. A gorgeous, fresh, and exciting addition to Malate's food scene, Tambayan is the type of establishment that Malate desperately needs. However, I wasn't too keen on the dishes we had. We ordered their Sisig Rolls and their Chicken Tenders, and while the Tenders were just okay, the Rolls was a bit underwhelming and a bit too oily. The waitress who was assigned to our quadrant also seemed to be a bit out of it, although that could be due to a number of things. Now, to be fair, we didn't order the main entrees as we were hopping from place to place. We've heard a lot of good things about their main dishes that I'm willing to go back for a second try. And seriously, the place is just too gorgeous to fail. It just has to work. It just has to. For now, 3 stars.

The good people of this establishment recreates this colonial mansion to a refuge for the weary…read moretraveler. It offers spacious capsule beds engineered to maximize privacy and accommodate one's creature comforts. The wet areas are always kept clean and it smells clean. The sheets are clean, and crisp. The best thing about this place is the staff. They are kind, accommodating, and would always go out of their way and go the extra mile to deliver an experience beyond what I paid for. Tambayan is more to me than a transient stop; It's my second home.

Every time I go to Zambales, I always stay here. It's the only resort in Sitio Liwliwa that has a…read morehalf pipe, for all the skateboarding enthusiasts out there. Before it was called Good Karma, this resort was called the Pit Bowl. This is because prior to being a half pipe, it used to be a skate bowl. The owner, DK, also has a cute little pitbull-American bulldog mix, so that's where the name partly came from. It's a great little place that's perfect for backpackers who really don't mind roughing it. I say this because there are two outdoor bathrooms, and one has a broken lock that needs to be tied up. Also, at night, frogs tend to congregate outside the bathroom door, so if you're not into that, maybe stay at other hostels in the area. It's within walking distance of the beach and Mommy Phoebe's cafeteria, so you won't have trouble finding food.

Relaxing, hidden, and far away from the hustle and bustle of Manila. Despite the distance, this…read moreresort was worth the 3.5 hour drive from Metro Manila. Crystal Beach is in the town of San Narciso in the Province of Zambales. The resort features air-conditioned rooms, cottages, and beachside camping tents. They also have WiFi in the main area. There are a few bon fire pits and grilling stations for anyone to use. We opted for a day entrance just to experience the food, beach huts, and the sand. The admission fee, parking, and cost of food were very reasonable. The long journey from Manila definitely made us hungry. We decided to try out their restaurant located in the main common area. Seating was easy and we also chose the table closest to the fan for comfort. We ordered sisig, tuna salpicao, halo-halo, rice, and sinigang na hipon. The sisig has a nice mix of crunch with a citrus-pepper marinade. The tuna salpicao was tender and flavorful. The shrimp sinigang, which is a true Filipino favorite, was sour and savory. Halo-halo came last as a dessert. The bowl was filled with various sweet toppings and a generous scoop of ube ice cream. Post lunch coma started to kick-in and we decided to relax in one of the many beachside huts. Beach chairs were available along with the perfect view of the mountains and blue waters. The beach was almost empty and quiet. There are available surfboard rentals and surfing lessons for anyone seeking to ride the small waves. Showers are available near the common area. I would recommend this resort to anyone seeking a tranquil escape.

Very disappointed on this beach..first the sand of the beach is not that clean as you see on their…read morewebsite 2nd price of shake..120 pesos for melon and 100 pesos to mango!!! Any differnce? Cabin itself no restroom, lights need update, outlet for 15 person capacity have 3 electric fan!!! Food is so pricey..restroom is to far for the cabin ..not recommend this beach for my friend

There's nothing like a quick trip to the beach to de-stress. But if you are a bit tired of…read moreBatangas, have a limited budget, and ready to go a little farther from Manila, Zambales is a good option. My sister and I do this and we always stay at The Circle Hostel - bare bones accommodation, but not without its charms. Anyway, all we need is a place for our bags and the use of a shower since we stay at the beach all day. The place is less than a minute's walk to the beach and is near eateries and a convenience store. They have a locker service, and for those staying overnight, offer free basic breakfast (banana, toast, and coffee) and different accommodation types. You can choose to sleep on hammocks, inside tents, or on bunk beds dorm-style. Hammocks are the cheapest and I was surprised at how comfortable it was. No backache in the morning and ready for surfing lessons! The hostel also lets you paint, draw, or write on their walls. It's a nice touch that lends the place extra warmth. I feel like I'm at a hippie surfer's haven in Bali!

Looking for a nice, safe and inexpensive place to stay in Manila?…read moreThe YMCA of Manila Hostel could be your best bet. Located just beside the SM mall in Manila and just behind the Manila City Hall, the hostel has two floors of rooms with different types of accommodations for all budgets. The most affordable are dorm type rooms offering bed space at P250 per person. There are also rooms that go for P1,000 a night for single or double occupancy, with a special rate of P850 for YMCA members. In another floor, the rooms are slightly larger and are available for P1,150 for members and P1,300 for non members. Extra beds are P400 per. All the rooms are air-conditioned, and that's about it. No pool, no gym although there are function rooms. To ease the boredom, there's cable TV for rent, as well as VCD players and karaoke machines at P100 per day each. While not exactly backpacker rates, the tourist and travelers' facility is ideal for those who need to stay for a few days at an affordable cost. The location is obviously a big plus.

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Where 2 Next Manila Hostel is a haven of cool in Malate. Quirky, fun, and comfy, this hostel has…read moreeverything a budget traveller needs. The rooms are spartan but clean. The shared bathrooms are clean and presentable. If you need to chill out, heat food, or just throw back a beer, their rather expansive lobby's got that covered. There's no wi-fi per room, but you're more than free to hang out in the lobby, which does have wi-fi. Where2Next is located in Adriatico St, right in the middle of all the chaos. There are a couple of good restaurants and outlets just outside the hostel, which is a plus. You're also walking distance from the Baywalk, which is another plus. So if you're looking for a place to stay in Manila but you're on a budget, do check out Where 2 Next. Money well spent.

My friends and I were coming from Su Zhou, a great dimsum place in Malate, and we were looking for…read morea cheap place to drink in the area, where we could just chill. A tall order in Malate, where establishments try to one-up each other and clamor for your attention. Luckily, my lady friend Aleli knew of a hostel in the area, whose owner she was close to, Where 2 Next. The sign outside is bright and inviting, and inside it's all swank and freshness, clean lines and colors mixing with more ornate furniture and decor. The lobby is hella spacious, with a lot of seating to kick back and relax. I especially love the balcony with its little bohemian alcove in the corner. It'st just a view of Adriatico below, but it's a nice place to have a chat over cold, cheap beer. The best thing about Where 2 Next is the environment of warmth and friendliness they create. We were having beers in the balcony and I just had a quick whiz in the bathroom when I was quickly greeted to have a shot of tequila with the hotel staff and the foreign guests. My friends and I did not plan to get hammered that night, but we had a great time staying up late.

Hi, Mr. Shin-San and Mrs. Jovita Shin!! It's me-Shirley!!! Geez! I'm so surprised nobody wrote a…read morereview for your ISLAS GUESTHOUSE!!! WHY NOT??? First of all, the bunkhouse was so very spacious and airy due to the very high ceilings; A/C=Aircon was turned on for a little bit then, the fans were used distributing the cooler air throughout the bunkhouse. Hot showers were awesome because it was a hot water on demand tankless unit (I never seen this in United States being used in homes before residing at ISLAS GUESTHOUSE-I want these units in my bathrooms, Mrs. Shin!!) Second, you may use the washing machine to wash your clothes for FREE then, hang them on the clothes line to air dry . . . Mrs. Jovita Shin is so very cool! Third, cooking food is Mrs. Shin's favorite time of the day. Also, you could eat the fruit right from the fruit trees which was an added bonus. Fourth, Mrs. Shin took me shopping and sightseeing around Manila and Chinatown; that was a lot of fun. FYI: I walked everywhere including, walking to the mall down the street from Islas Guesthouse (losing weight was very key); hopped into a Jeepney, walked the rest of the way to SM Asia Mall and the U.S. Embassy. I will return to ISLAS GUESTHOUSE hopefully, next year? \('^ __ ^')/~Maraming Salamat, Mrs. Shin! Konnechewa, Mr. Shin-San!!!

Hotel Paradis is a pretty good hotel all things considered. Located on the sixth floor of the Good…read moreEarth building, entry can be through Bustos or at the Good Earth shopping center itself. Yes, it's essentially a hotel for couples who want to spend some quality time together. But unlike another such hotel nearby, this one has food and beverage service. The heavenly theme is quite amusing, with the receptionists playing the role of angels, with wings and all. With this hotel, there are no pretensions of being what it's not. Minors are not allowed, unlike some similar hotels which allow families to check in with their kids. So Hotel Paradis is really for couples to engage in that most pleasurable of activities, good old fashioned sex. To add to the excitement, this is the only hotel that I know of that also sells sex toys for those checking in. There are a couple of sidewalk vendors along Avenida who sell these adult toys, but most folks are too shy to buy them out in the open.