Marco Polo Ortigas Manila
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Character and identity
Rising 24 storeys above the Ortigas business district, this "sky hotel" sits atop a mixed-use tower and was the first of its kind in Manila when it opened in 2014. The architecture by Mohri Architect & Associates pairs with Glyph Design Studio's interiors, and works by Filipino artist Jinggoy Buensuceso run through the 23 hotel floors. Expect Cantonese dining, a buffet restaurant, the rooftop Vu's with views over Antipolo, Marikina and Laguna Lake, plus a 22nd-floor wellness floor with gym, spa and an indoor infinity pool framed by floor-to-ceiling windows. Service runs polished and attentive.
Who's it for
Best for:
Business travellers and regional visitors who want a smart base in Ortigas with strong food and drink, city panoramas and a serious wellness floor. Couples who value design-led interiors and Filipino artistry will find plenty to like, and Continental Club bookers get a genuinely elevated lounge experience with library, bar and butler service.
Should look elsewhere:
Anyone after a resort feel, a beach, or the heritage-Manila atmosphere of Intramuros or the bayfront. Families wanting dedicated kids' programming and travellers who prefer low-rise, garden-set properties over a vertical urban tower should look at other options in the city.
Bottom line
What sets this place apart is the vertical drama: a wellness floor and rooftop restaurant that make the most of being stacked above Ortigas, paired with confident Cantonese cooking and visible Filipino artistry. Book the Continental Club for lounge access and butler service, or stretch to the 1,615-square-foot Marco Polo Suite if you want a residential layout with a proper kitchen and dining area.