Where to stay in Makati, Manila — pick the right hotel, book in 3 clicks
Makati is the main business and financial district of Metro Manila, full of skyscrapers, five-star hotels and upscale malls like Greenbelt and Glorietta. The area around Ayala Center is the most popular place to stay for travellers in Manila — safe, clean, easy to get around, and packed with restaurants, bars and nightlife. It suits business travellers, couples and shoppers who like big-city comfort.
Why stay in Makati, Manila
Shopping capital
Greenbelt, Glorietta and SM Makati bring luxury brands and restaurants together in one spot.
Poblacion nightlife
A hip district of bars and craft beer, plus international restaurants buzzing into the night.
Best place to stay in Manila
Safe, clean and close to the airport and MRT — a great base for exploring Metro Manila.
City-centre parks
Ayala Triangle Gardens and the green spaces of Greenbelt, places to relax amid the skyscrapers.
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Local dishes to try in Makati, Manila
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Sisig
Chopped pork and offal sizzling on a hot iron plate, boldly tangy and spicy.
📍 Local eateries - 2🍲
Adobo
Pork or chicken braised in soy sauce, vinegar and garlic — rich and well-rounded, Filipino style.
📍 National dish - 3🍜
Pancit
Filipino-style stir-fried noodles with vegetables and various meats.
📍 Citywide - 4🍧
Halo-halo
Shaved ice with beans, jelly, ube ice cream and condensed milk — a popular dessert to cool off.
📍 Dessert - 5🍱
Fine dining & international
Upscale dining rooms and world-class international restaurants spread across Ayala Center.
📍 Greenbelt
- 1🛍️
Greenbelt (Ayala Center)
An open-air luxury mall in 5 zones, with gardens, a lagoon and a striking chapel in the middle.
📍 Ayala Center - 2🛒
Glorietta
A large mall connected to Greenbelt, bringing together shops, food and entertainment.
📍 Ayala Center - 3🌳
Ayala Triangle Gardens
A shady triangular park amid the towers — a popular spot for jogging and relaxing.
📍 CBD centre - 4🖼️
Ayala Museum
A museum telling Philippine history through dioramas and ancient gold.
📍 Ayala Center - 5🍸
Poblacion
An old district turned into a buzzing hub of hip bars, cafes and restaurants.
📍 Poblacion - 6🏞️
Salcedo Saturday Market
A popular Saturday market with homemade dishes and international street food.
📍 Salcedo Village
Things to do in Makati, Manila
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3 Makati, Manila hotels our team picked for you
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★ 9.3Luxury
★ 8.9Luxury
★ 8.8Upper-midThe Picasso Boutique Serviced Residences
#5 Art boutique · Salcedo Village
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The Mini Suites - Eton Tower Makati
#8 spacious-room value · from $51
BSA Tower Serviced Residences
#9 serviced residence · steps from Greenbelt, garden views
Jinjiang Inn Makati
#7 Chinese chain · 10-minute walk to Greenbelt
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🚆 Getting around Makati, Manila
MRT-3
The metro runs along EDSA with an Ayala station in the heart of Makati, helping you skip the traffic.
Grab
The most popular and safest ride-hailing app, with clear fares even in heavy traffic.
Elevated walkways
Skywalks connect the malls and buildings in Ayala Center, easy to walk between.
NAIA Airport
Close to Makati — a taxi or Grab into the district takes about 20 to 40 minutes depending on traffic.
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Why do travellers like staying in Makati?+
Because it's safe, clean and easy to get around, close to the airport and MRT, with malls, restaurants and luxury hotels all at hand.
How does Makati differ from old Manila (Intramuros)?+
Makati is a modern business district, while Intramuros is the historic Spanish-era walled city — they're in different zones of Metro Manila.
How long does it take to get from Makati to the airport?+
It's close, about 20 to 40 minutes, but Manila traffic is unpredictable, so allow plenty of time during rush hour.
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