HOTEL101 Manila

Arriving for a two-night stay, I was expecting overall mediocrity. I'm glad to say it wasn't mediocre. Location-wise, it's walking distance (about 600m) from Mall of Asia with tons of shops, restaurants, and cash points nearby. The rooms are surprisingly adequate with the standard features such as a mini-fridge, kettle, and hot shower. What was a nice surprise, however, was that each room comes with a microwave and a kitchen sink. Beds are comfortable with the standard duvet and down pillows allowing for a good night's rest. I should probably separate the restaurant's review, but since it's in the hotel, I'll throw in it here. We only at Horizon for breakfast, and it was okay at best. They don't have a wide array of food choices, but what was available was quite tasty. While the hostess for the restaurant was really helpful, the rest of the staff seemed a bit apathetic and unmotivated. All in all, I highly recommend Hotel 101 if you have business in the area, and/or are on a budget.

Everything was great! Wifi worked perfectly, hotel was in good condition and very clean. AC worked great. Staff was awesome! Nice pool area. We really enjoyed our stay. Would definitely recommend.

Minutes away from the airport and downtown this hotel is in a good location. Close to the Mall of Asia which is the biggest in Asia. The rooms are simple, clean, comfortable beds and the staff is very friendly. The hotel has a pool, good breakfast and the reception is more than willing to help if you need something, being a taxi or sightseeing stuff. Would use it again, as it’s good value for money.

The hotel is in a great location. Walking distance to the Hugh SM MALL OF ASIA! And a number of other shops and restaurants. I gave my room a three star only because the AC is an old unit, and it makes the room smelly. I turned it off but the smell is in there for good. I am getting headaches in the morning. I think it's from the AC. I am drinking lots of water too. No difference. But the room itself is great! Comfortable bed. A little kitchen area. A microwave, coffee maker, and a safe. Huge 50" TV! The pool area is nice. Even have a hot tub. Pool is only 1.5 meters deep (4'). That's fine. Staff are super friendly. If it wasn't for the AC, it would be 5 stars. There's a restaurant downstairs. A 7-11 on the main floor outside.

We read the reviews and they are generally correct. We checked in fairly quickly (only 10 minutes). There is always a queue for the lifts, but they seemed to be quick. Our room had been partially refurbished. New paint/wallpaper and new furniture. But bathroom, despite new fittings, was still original. Mould in corner and generally neglected. Our room had no towels and the beds no pillowcases. Had to chase down towels (but was told there weren’t enough shower mats) and pillowcases. Had to go downstairs in the evening (and skip the call confusion) for pillowcases as they hadn’t arrived when requested. They did arrive within ten minutes of going to reception. Air conditioner was loud enough to wake the dead and the noise from the hallway felt like someone was in the room. Small bug/baby roach did crawl on me. May be a fluke but didn’t inspire comfort. Based on reviews we had asked for a room facing the swimming pool- so we didn’t get any street noise. But 7 am noise of someone with a plastic bag (they are refurbishing rooms next to ours) was not a welcomed way to wake up. The hallways seemed like a war zone. Broken tiles, tape on floor and battered walls/doors. Location is great, next to a mall which you can walk to (just note the streets smell of sewage).