About this hotel
General information
The Peninsula Manila was the group's first hotel beyond Hong Kong, and the city still calls it simply "the Manila Pen". It rises as two towers joined by a shared lobby in Makati's business district. That lobby is the hotel's centre of gravity: a 12-metre sculpture, the Sunburst, set beneath a sky-coloured dome lined in silver leaf, twin sweeping staircases and a pair of large hand-stitched tapestries depicting Philippine landscapes.
There are 351 rooms and suites, styled in a contemporary Filipino idiom of natural textures, warm wood, rattan and woven detail in muted blues, greys and greens. Outside lies a tropical garden of palms, a koi pond and an outdoor pool, while the dining runs from a French restaurant and Asian kitchen to afternoon tea in the lobby and the hotel's own patisserie.
Location
The hotel sits at the heart of Makati's business district in Metro Manila, among office towers, shopping galleries and restaurants. Manila's international airport is about 9 km away and the domestic airport 6 km; the concierge arranges airport pick-ups, and the hotel has its own helipad for arrivals by helicopter. Suite guests can ride around Makati in the hotel's own jeepney free of charge, booked at least 48 hours ahead.
Spa
The Peninsula Spa draws on both Western and Eastern traditions. Its signature is Filipino bodywork, notably hilot massage with ventosa cupping, alongside massages and face and body rituals; treatments can also be taken in the room. The spa is open to guests aged 18 and over.
Sports & leisure
The fitness centre has Life Fitness cardio machines, Keiser spin bikes, strength stations, free weights and an InBody body-composition analyser, with personal trainers, stretching sessions and regular yoga classes. Beside it lies a 22-metre outdoor pool in the tropical garden. The Peninsula Academy introduces Filipino culture through private classes and outings:
- a walking tour of the old walled city of Intramuros;
- workshops in burda hand embroidery and puni, the folding of young coconut leaves into decorative shapes;
- a Filipino cooking class in the hotel kitchens, and a weekend chef-led visit to a Makati village market followed by a hands-on cooking session;
- The Art of the Pour, a mixology lesson;
- an introduction to Philippine contemporary art, a session on Philippine South Sea pearls and a flight-simulator experience.
For children
Young guests have Playful Lively Activities, a programme of Filipino games, scavenger hunts, exercise sessions and other play that lets children meet one another. Through The Peninsula Academy, children from age 4 can also join Little Chefs, a three-hour class in making halo-halo and decorating a chocolate Peninsula bear; parents are welcome to take part.
Restaurants & bars
Dining ranges from refined French cooking to casual poolside bites, with in-room dining around the clock.
- Old Manila — contemporary French cuisine in an Art Deco room, with sommelier-led wine pairings and a private dining room;
- Escolta — international buffet with live stations, regional dishes and Filipino favourites from breakfast to dinner;
- Spices — Southeast Asian and Indian cooking beside the koi pond and pool garden; halal-certified;
- The Lobby — all-day dining, classic afternoon tea, the signature halo-halo, live piano and Sunday jazz;
- Salon de Ning — an evening lounge styled on 1930s Shanghai, with live music, cocktails and themed private rooms;
- The Bar — leather seating and dark wood in an Old Havana mood, with cocktails, whiskies and wines;
- The Peninsula Boutique — patisserie and café for pastries, cakes, macarons, handmade chocolates, fresh bread and gift hampers;
- The Pool Snack Bar — light dishes, snacks and tropical drinks by the pool;
- The Gallery Club Lounge — a club lounge for suite guests overlooking the lobby and hung with works by Filipino artists, serving breakfast, afternoon tea and evening cocktails.
Swimming
The 22-metre outdoor pool is framed by palms, tropical planting and the koi pond, suited to laps as well as an afternoon in the sun. Drinks and light dishes come from The Pool Snack Bar at the water's edge.
Rooms
The 351 rooms and suites, in seven categories, are styled in a contemporary Filipino manner with views over Makati or the garden. All suites include access to The Gallery Club Lounge.
Bedside electronic control panel, smartphone charging station, individual climate control, work desk, safe, coffee and tea facilities, minibar, smart TV, free Wi-Fi, PressReader access, marble bathroom with separate shower, bathtub and toilet, La Bottega toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer.
Executive Suite
An 11th-floor suite with city or garden views: a living area with daybed, sofas and dining table for four, a walk-in closet with vanity and a marble bathroom. King or twin beds, for up to two adults and two children; access to The Gallery Club Lounge.
Deluxe Room
A bright room on floors 2–10 with large windows over Makati, warm wood and woven accents. King or twin beds, for up to two adults and two children.
Grand Deluxe Room
The largest of the guestrooms, on floors 3–11, filled with natural light and dressed in embroidered linens. King or twin beds, for up to two adults and two children.
Premier Suite
A suite with broad windows onto a leafy city park: a living room with rattan sofas and daybeds, dining for four, a powder room and a king bedroom with walk-in closet and vanity. For up to two adults and two children; access to The Gallery Club Lounge.
Deluxe Suite
An 11th-floor suite with wraparound windows on two sides, an open-plan living and dining area and a king bedroom with vanity and marble bathroom. For up to two adults and two children; access to The Gallery Club Lounge.
Two Bedroom Executive Suite
An Executive Suite joined to an adjoining twin-bedded Grand Deluxe room, giving two bedrooms with their own bathrooms around a generous shared living and dining area. For up to six adults; access to The Gallery Club Lounge.
The Peninsula Suite
A penthouse on the 11th floor with two king bedrooms, a living room with library, a dining table for 12, a full kitchen, a solarium, an entertainment room and a whirlpool bath. A 24-hour butler, a private entrance and direct access to the helipad.
Photos are for illustrative purposes only. Actual room layout, furnishings, décor, views and amenities may differ from those shown and may vary between rooms of the same category. Hotel and room descriptions are based on information provided by the property and are believed to be accurate at the time of publication, but are not guaranteed. The hotel may renovate or change its rooms, facilities, restaurants and services at any time without notice. The final details of your stay are confirmed at the time of booking. See our Terms of Use.