Luxury hotels in Philippines
We ranked 5 luxury hotels in the Philippines across Palawan, Makati, Taguig, and Boracay, with nightly rates from $157 to $2,700. Amanpulo leads at 7.5/10, followed by Raffles Makati at 7.0, while Shangri-La, Peninsula, and Boracay properties score notably lower. Here's how the top 5-star hotels in the Philippines compare for 2026.
THE RANKING
Hotels ranked by score
BEST IN CATEGORY · PHILIPPINES
Category leaders
Value
9.7
Raffles Makati
Makati, Philippines · Raffles
Service
9.3
Raffles Makati
Makati, Philippines · Raffles
Rooms
8.7
Raffles Makati
Makati, Philippines · Raffles
Location
8.1
Amanpulo
Palawan, Philippines · Aman
Food
8.0
Shangri-La The Fort, Manila
Taguig, Philippines · Shangri-La
Ambiance
6.4
Amanpulo
Palawan, Philippines · Aman
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the best luxury hotel in the Philippines?
Amanpulo on Pamalican Island scores 7.5/10, the highest-rated luxury property in the country. It's a private-island Aman resort accessible only by a dedicated flight from Manila, with casitas starting at $1,600 and villas reaching $2,700 per night.
Is Amanpulo worth the price?
At $1,600–$2,700/night, Amanpulo is the most expensive hotel in the Philippines and the only one scoring above 7.0. The price covers exclusive access to a private 220-acre island with 40-odd casitas, so rates reflect isolation and space rather than service gimmicks. If you want a Maldives-style private island in Southeast Asia, it delivers.
What are the best 5-star hotels in Manila?
Raffles Makati leads Manila with a 7.0/10 score and rates from $390–$550/night. Shangri-La The Fort in Taguig (4.1) and The Peninsula Manila (3.8) trail significantly, though The Peninsula is the cheapest luxury option in the country at $157/night.
When is the cheapest time to visit luxury hotels in the Philippines?
January offers the lowest average rates across Philippine luxury hotels, despite falling in the dry-season peak. Booking shoulder dates in late January can secure Raffles Makati near $390 and Amanpulo closer to its $1,600 floor. Avoid Chinese New Year week, when Manila rates spike.
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