Hotel di Manila Bay, Manila

Our stay at The Manila Hotel was exceptional. The hotel’s historic charm and well-maintained interiors create a unique and welcoming atmosphere. The staff were attentive and courteous, always ready to assist with a smile. The room was comfortable and clean, with everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The view of Manila Bay added a special touch. Dining at Café Ilang-Ilang was a highlight, with a variety of well-prepared dishes that catered to different tastes. The location is also ideal, close to cultural and historical sites, making it convenient for exploring the city. Overall, the Manila Hotel offers a wonderful mix of comfort, history, and excellent service. Highly recommended for a stay in Manila.

Long time renovation, 1+++ no Pool etc availble, no entrance Hall, dringend renoviert, minimum Rezeption, Too expensive dringend renovation. Room, Bed, Aircon, TV 5*****

I love the service and friendliness from the various staffs in Diamond Hotel, concierge, lift lobby staffs, gym staffs, restuarants staffs, doormen. I love the cleanliness of the room, from the bed to the desk to the toilet as well as the closet. I love the gym as well, the equipment was pretty adequate, there's tv for extra entertainment and also water dispenser to quench my thirst during workout. I will definitely come and stay in Diamond Hotel again in the future.

The room appeared clean, but upon entering, I was hit with a bad smell. On the other hand, the location was extremely convenient, close to all the areas I wanted to visit. However, our experience was marred by poor service. Upon arrival, no one assisted us with our luggage. The reception staff on duty was unaccommodating and intimidating. I believe that working in the hospitality industry requires a high level of customer service, even on difficult days. If someone is unhappy in their role, it's better for them to leave rather than jeopardize the company's reputation with rude behavior. Unfortunately, this lack of service continued throughout our stay. No one helped us with our luggage when we departed, unlike other hotels I've recently visited, where staff were eager to assist. I also noticed that most staff members didn't smile, and it seemed that they provided preferential treatment to foreign guests. In terms of amenities, the hotel needs to improve its swimming pool. We were surprised by how small it was, contradicting the hotel's description of having both a swimming pool and a children's pool. In reality, there was only one tiny pool. So, some of my relatives didn't even bother swimming due to the crowds and limited space. In terms of food, my family stayed there for two days, and I noticed that the breakfast options lacked vegetables. It's essential to include vegetables as a choice. This hotel’s restaurant don’t cater to vegetarians.

Friendly and personal service The staff were all very friendly and helpful and no request for assistance was a problem for them. The hotel is well situated, being close to shopping, transport, and the tourist sites. We would definitely stay here again.

checking in was smooth. The room is clean and the bed sheets smell clean and fresh. The shower area has molds in between grouting that needs to be brushed. The location is near the us embassy, intramuros and robinsons manila. The aircon works as expected. Overall, it was a good stay. Thanks!

1. Service: While the staff were diligent, I noticed that fulfilling requests often took longer than expected and sometimes required multiple staff members to complete a single task. This inconsistency, while not overly disruptive, did affect the smoothness of my stay. 2. Birthday Celebration: I requested a birthday celebration, but the offerings were limited to a balloon and a towel shaped like a cake, which didn’t meet my expectations. In my experience, other 5-star hotels usually provide a complimentary cake without needing to ask, especially my actual birthday is during my one week stay. I only received a cake after making a direct request. 3. Amenities: I was disappointed that the room did not include a coffee machine for coffee capsules. This is a standard amenity in many 5-star hotels. 4. Highlight Service: One positive note was that the hotel accommodated my request to reheat squid ink rice from an outside restaurant (see pic for reference)

The location is unsuitable for senior citizens or disabled as the access is up many steps to the entrance. The swimming pool was not available for guests due to a problem, disappointing as was looking forward to a swim. The hotel in general is looking rather “tired” and definitely not worthy of the 4 star rating. On the plus side, the staff were pleasant and friendly.  Breakfast was a buffet and plenty of choice, no complaints there.  When taking a shower water fills the bathroom floor as the door doesn’t seal properly. Quite a few points need addressing to retain the 4 star rating! 

Beautiful hotel and great location. It could be much better if management pays more attention to maintenance like the massive mold in the 3rd floor ceiling hallway, 2 of the 3 elevators were out of service for sometime. Another thing they charge $22 for breakfast which is totally not worth it. No pastries no waffels pancakes or cereal. Not any kind of the cheese. Basic rooms are very small but you get a nice lobby and workout room and security

Value for money is excellent. Location is outstanding as it is nearby a mall and various foodchains/restos. The cleanliness is very good as the room is well-organized, with complete toiletries and smells great. Overall, I highly recommend this hotel for all types of travellers.