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Manila may be one of the best places on earth to book a gay-friendly 5-star hotel room. Here, luxury hotels are available for similar prices to a budget hotel in a major European city, so this is your chance to go all out. The city’s luxury hotels range from classic grandeur to more modern, designer options, and are mostly concentrated in Makati and on the waterfront. Whichever one you choose, you are guaranteed ultimate comfort, top-notch facilities, and unmatchable Filipino hospitality and a gay-friendly reception.
Manila may be known for its exceptionally good value luxury hotels, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t plenty of great budget gay-friendly hotels. If you don’t really need the frills, you can get a clean, modern, and comfortable room in a great central location for an excellent price. That said, many 3-star gay-friendly hotels in Manila have great facilities like swimming pools and gyms.
Almost all hotels in Manila could be described as gay-friendly. The hotels listed below are all popular with gay travelers to Manila with locations near local gay businesses or generally excelling in service and hospitality for LGBT+ guests.
While anti-discrimination laws for LGBT+ rights are lacking nationwide, Manila and other key cities have created non-discrimination ordinances offering limited protection to LGBT+ citizens. However, tourists visiting Manila are unlikely to encounter any hostility due to their sexuality.
Many LGBT travelers choose Malate as the district for them since it is within walking distance from Manila’s main sights such as Baywalk and Roxas Boulevard. The financial district of Manila in Makati offers many great hotels, along with shopping malls and restaurants, and is convenient for traveling around the city.
If you’re in town to party, look out for hotels that are near gay bars and venues in Malate and Quezon.
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Why we love it
♥ Stylish, welcoming rooms with luxe amenities
♥ Residential suites with kitchenettes available
♥ Biggest (and possibly best) spa in the Philippines
♥ Awesome pool with see-through bottom
I’M Hotel is a fabulous recent addition to the Makati line-up of 5-star hotels, featuring sleek modern design in warm tones. Every room is bright and cozy, with high-class amenities like German Grohe rain showers and toiletries by Crabtree & Evelyn. The suites also include a well-equipped kitchenette, making them a perfect choice for longer stays. I’M Hotel stands out thanks to its cool acrylic-bottomed outdoor pool as well as its outstanding spa, the largest in the Philippines. Plus, the expansive international buffet restaurant is exceptional. I’M Hotel is one of Manila’s most booked luxury gay-friendly hotels.
Why we love it
♥ Fabulous rooftop pool and jacuzzi
♥ Good gym overlooking the city
♥ Excellent breakfast buffet
♥ Ideal location for the International Airport
Belmont Hotel is just 5 minutes from Terminal 3 of the International Airport, with the city center about a 20-minute drive away. The rooms are comfortable and homey, with good beds and big windows. The highlight is definitely the rooftop swimming pool and jacuzzi, which offer excellent 360° views. There is also a small but well-equipped gym, also with great views, a sauna and steam room, and a pleasant all-day restaurant that serves up a fresh and tasty breakfast buffet in the mornings.
Why we love it
♥ Massive Vegas-style hotel-casino complex
♥ Over 20 drinking and dining options
♥ Spacious elegant rooms with Japanese-inspired design
♥ Three outdoor swimming pools to choose from
Okada Manila is one of the standout hotel-casinos in Manila’s Entertainment City, the Phillipine’s answer to Vegas. The Okada complex includes a jaw-dropping 21 dining options covering every possible cuisine, a club, a luxury shopping center, three outdoor pools, full fitness and wellness facilities, a barbershop, and almost 1,000 guest rooms. These feature Japanese-inspired designs with rich colors, huge windows, and spacious layouts. Book one of the rooms with a spa bath for the ultimate indulgence, or go all-out in the Manila Bay Suite, which houses up to five people. One of the best stays in town.
Why we love it
♥ Adjacent to the huge SM Mall of Asia
♥ Soothing white-and-grey interiors
♥ High-quality room amenities
♥ Tasty local and Chinese dining
Conrad Manila is part of the monumental SM Mall of Asia complex, making it an unmatchable choice if you are in town to make the most of Manila’s first-rate shopping. This chic Hilton hotel features relaxing white interiors and extremely well-appointed rooms, each with an espresso machine, set of Bluetooth speakers, and invigorating hydro shower – make sure to get a Bay View room if you can. There are a swanky bar and two on-site restaurants, one high-end Chinese and the other focusing on fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Why we love it
♥ Classic luxury feel
♥ Bright, freshly renovated rooms
♥ Excellent fitness facilities
♥ Top-notch authentic Filipino dining
This long-standing luxury hotel in Makati is somewhat of a Manila institution and is infused from top to bottom with old-world colonial charm. The decor blends vintage luxury with modern sensibilities, managing to feel both classic and fresh. The recently renovated rooms are all bright and spacious, with marble bathrooms and tubs in everyone – go for a Premier Suite for added comfort and leafy city views. The breakfast buffet is exceptional, as is Old Manila, the hotel’s signature Filipino restaurant. You’ll also find a spa, an outdoor pool surrounded by lush tropical gardens, and a state-of-the-art fitness suite.
Why we love it
♥ Value for money in a great location
♥ Clean, modern rooms
♥ Cheap and simple
♥ Great staff
Following Red Planet’s usual MO, this hotel offers simple, modern, unpretentious rooms at excellent value. Everything is clean and well-maintained, and all amenities are basic but high-quality. Staff are very friendly and attentive. Although gay venues have become thin on the ground in this part of the city, the location in trendy, leafy Makati is ideal for sightseeing and enjoying the neighborhood’s vibrant nightlife.
Why we love it
♥ Practical and compact studios
♥ Options for solo travelers
♥ Outdoor swimming pool
♥ Directly connected to Makati elevated walkways
As the name indicates, The Mini Suites offers a selection of compact urban suites. However, “mini” may be a bit exaggerated, as even the smallest rooms are a comfortable 18 square meters. Every room features relaxing minimalist design, a plush bed, and city views. Solo travelers will love the Mini Single, while couples and small groups will enjoy the homey comforts of the Deluxe rooms. The hotel also has a basic gym and an outdoor swimming pool and is directly connected to a shopping mall through Makati’s elevated walkways.
Why we love it
♥ Central Makati location
♥ Homey apartment feel
♥ Kitchenette in every room
♥ Big outdoor swimming pool (covered)
A popular gay-friendly hotel in Manila, The A.Venue has a great location surrounded by shopping centers, bars, and restaurants. Rooms are a little bit dated but very clean, and everyone is well-equipped with a basic kitchenette. The larger suites are especially comfortable and feel like having your own Manila apartment. There’s a large outdoor swimming pool, a spa, a basic gym, two restaurants, and a handy in-house convenience store.
Why we love it
♥ Simple and no-frills
♥ Clean modern rooms
♥ Good basic amenities
♥ Convenient Makati location
This hotel is located right on Makati Avenue, a short stroll from the river and from various shopping centers. Rooms are basic, modern, and clean, with no unnecessary extras. For a very good price, you get a cozy bed, a desk, a TV, a safe, a compact en-suite and, in most cases, a city view. It’s everything you need, and nothing else.
Why we love it
♥ Cool contemporary decor
♥ Well-designed loft-style rooms
♥ Dorms doubles and quadruple rooms available
♥ Co-working space on-site
Part of a chain of cool Asian budget hotels, Lub d has a laid-back, friendly vibe and a trendy minimalist design aesthetic. Both dorms and privates are available. The dorms are pleasant and extremely well-designed, with big beds and surprisingly lovely shared bathrooms. Meanwhile, the private rooms are super stylish, feeling like your own little designer loft in Manila – the quadruple room is an awesome choice for a group of friends. Facilities include a rooftop bar, a deli, and a co-working space, making this a great choice for both party travelers and digital nomads.
Why we love it
♥ Fully-serviced apartments for city living
♥ Range of apartment sizes and styles
♥ Bright and airy decor
♥ Big outdoor swimming pool
Located in leafy Makati, this gay-friendly hotel offers a range of bright, airy, and spacious self-catered apartments. These range from studios to 3-bedroom apartments, the latter of which can house up to six people. In the larger apartments, full living amenities are provided, including a well-equipped kitchen with a stovetop, an oven, a dishwasher, and a washer and dryer, as well as cozy living and dining spaces. The decor is modern and soothing, in tones of beige and pale blue. Top-notch facilities include a restaurant, a spa, a large outdoor swimming pool, and a very good gym.
Why we love it
♥ Spacious rooms with awesome beds
♥ Excellent gym with city views
♥ Delicious breakfast spread
♥ State-of-the-art spa facilities
Offering classic 5-star accommodations with elegant modern decor, Fairmont Makati is one of those hotels that get everything right. The rooms are spacious and exceedingly comfy, with extra-big plush beds and floor-to-ceiling windows. There’s a big pool, an expansive luxury spa, and an exceptionally pleasant and well-equipped gym that overlooks the city. The food is great, especially the breakfast buffet and the pastries at the cafe. To top it off, the staff are welcoming and friendly, helping you make the most of your stay.
Why we love it
♥ Across the street from a gay bar
♥ Walking distance to several gay venues
♥ Clean basic rooms
♥ Great value for money
Quezon City is home to a handful of gay Manila hotspots, making it a great location for exploring the local scene. This hotel is conveniently located directly across the street from Club MANKIND, with several other gay bars (and even a sauna) within a 20-minute walk. Understandably, this makes it a popular gay hotel in Manila. Rooms are basic, clean, and convenient, with no unnecessary frills. Overall, an excellent choice if all you want is a nice bed close to some gay bars.
Why we love it
♥ Several gay venues nearby
♥ Simple cheap no-frills rooms
♥ Views from most rooms
♥ Clean and modern
Part of the Hop Inn chain of budget hotels, this Quezon City hotel has a great location for gay nightlife, especially given Manila’s lack of a concentrated gayborhood. Club ADONIS is just a couple of minutes away, and several other gay bars (and a popular gay sauna) are all within walking distance. Rooms are simple and no-frills, but most have good city views and the whole hotel is impeccably clean and well-maintained.
Why we love it
♥ Homey studio apartment vibe
♥ Modern rooms with kitchenette
♥ Swimming pool and gym on-site
♥ Walking distance to several gay bars
This Quezon City hotel offers excellent, modern facilities for the budget traveler. The double rooms feel like your own little studio apartment, each with a bed, small kitchenette and dining area, ample closet space, and an en-suite. There’s a swimming pool on the roof and a small but well-equipped gym with lots of natural light. Meanwhile, several gay bars and clubs are within walking distance, including Club Mankind, The One 690 Entertainment Bar, and Club ADONIS.
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