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Travelling to Manila

Poblacion speakeasies and a thriving live scene. Best time: from January to May · hotels from €30/night.

Manila — city with high rise buildings during night time
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When to go to Manila?

Average temperatures and recorded rainfall, month by month.

Measurejanfévmaravrmaijuinjuilaoûtsepoctnovdéc
°C26°27°28°30°30°28°28°28°27°27°28°27°
Rain mm73412741146278435354358246134158

Shaded columns: the best months — pleasant warmth, outside the rainy season.

Rain: average monthly total over 10 years — above 150 mm, expect the rainy season.

What hotel budget in Manila?

Ranges per night per room, from low to high season — estimates updated on 18/07/2026.

TierFromHigh seasonTypical brands
Budget€30/night€80/nightIbis Styles · Citadines · Red Planet
Comfort€55/night€135/nightHyatt Regency · Marriott · Sofitel
Boutique€90/night€230/nightHenry Hotel Manila · Picasso Boutique Serviced Residences · I'M Hotel
Luxury€200/night€520/nightThe Peninsula Manila · Mandarin Oriental Manila · Shangri-La The Fort

The vibe on the ground

Neighbourhoods to aim for: Poblacion (Makati), BGC.

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