8 best beach hotels in Manila

Beach hotels in Manila are best thought of as waterfront bases: places that put you steps from Manila Bay promenades and the city’s busiest leisure corridors, rather than simply offering a “view”. For landmark-led stays, look to Roxas Boulevard / Manila Baywalk, a bayside stretch known for ocean scenery and classic sunset watching (2hottravellers.com; travelandtourworld.com). For a more shopping-and-dining-forward seaside hub, consider SM Mall of Asia (MOA) in Bay City, Pasay, set along Manila Bay’s reclaimed Bay City area (smsupermalls.com; en.wikipedia.org).

Genuinely “beach” suited hotels in Manila are those with (1) easy access to the bayfront for evening walks, (2) transport links that connect you quickly to nightlife and museums, and (3) comfortable room design for long sunset-to-dinner evenings. They suit couples and families wanting a relaxed coastal atmosphere, plus business travellers who still want downtime near major public spaces.

For example, Admiral Hotel Manila (MGallery) and Hotel Okura Manila fit well for travellers who want elevated service in a prime city location, while the 3★ staycation-style options in our selection around MOA—including Shore 2 Moa Staycation, Staycation at Sea Residences, and Shore Residences Moa Dynastel—are ideal for guests who prioritise convenience near the bayfront and nearby entertainment.

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