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Sleep area · Manila

Makati: Ayala & GreenbeltMakati

Late-arrival base: business hotels with 24h desks, door drop-off, malls next door — but 30–60 minutes from the old city, so allow a transfer each way.

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Rules in force · 6Intramuros is cobbled and uneven, and Ermita pavements ar…
  • Philippines ↗Complete the free eTravel registration on the official government site within 72 hours before arrival; ignore lookalike sites that charge.
  • Philippines ↗Typhoon season runs roughly June to November: flights and boats are cancelled at short notice; buy flexible tickets and keep a spare day.
  • Philippines ↗Carry pesos in small notes; many stalls, jeepneys and taxis are cash-only.
  • Metro Manila ↗Rush hours are 07:00–10:00 and 16:30–20:30 on weekdays; a 10 km ride can take 90 minutes. Book flights and transfers outside them.
  • Manila ↗Intramuros is cobbled and uneven, and Ermita pavements are broken: large suitcases go from the car to the door, never on a walk.
  • Manila ↗In heavy rain streets flood within an hour: do not walk or drive through floodwater; wait indoors.

First night

From Car to the hotel door: 10 m, flat surface. Desks around here are typically staffed 24h. 28-inch bags: easy. Morning to Makati: Ayala & Greenbelt: 6–10 min.

Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) · intl checked · land 21:00feasible

Take Ride-hailing car or airport taxi to the door at 23:50. Bed by ~01:32 (+1) (p90).

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Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) · intl cabin · land 21:00feasible

Take Ride-hailing car or airport taxi to the door at 23:05. Bed by ~00:47 (+1) (p90).

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Area facts

Reception
staffed 24h · forwarding not accepted
Walk to clusters
Makati: Ayala & Greenbelt: 5–9 min · Intramuros: 90–120 min
Night lighting
ok
Taxi drop-off
door
Fits
family · age70 · wheelchair
Lodging tax
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Cons

  • Pricier; fewer street stalls than Ermita.
  • The old city is 30–60 minutes away by car in traffic.

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