Hotels in Philippines
Rooftop hotels in the Philippines are, above all, a story about Manila Bay and the towers that ring it. The site covers Manila, where the country's most famous sunset sinks into the bay to the west and a dense, uneven skyline stretches from the old walls of Intramuros to the high-rises of Makati and Bonifacio Global City.
Terraces along Roxas Boulevard and in the Pasay bayfront district face the water directly, which makes them the natural choice for the golden hour. Hotels further inland in Makati look across a forest of office towers that lights up after dark, while views over Intramuros and Binondo add church domes and the Pasig River to the frame. The dry months from December to May are the main terrace season; from June to October the southwest monsoon brings heavy rain and typhoon risk. Pick a bay-facing room for sunsets, a Makati address for the night skyline and easy dining.
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What to expect
- Bayfront hotels in Manila face west over Manila Bay, the city's classic sunset view
- Rooftops near Intramuros look down on Spanish-era walls and the dome of Manila Cathedral
- Makati terraces sit among the office towers of the Ayala business district, lit up after dark
- Views toward Binondo take in the Pasig River and the bridges of the world's oldest Chinatown
- December to May brings the driest skies and the most reliable evenings on a Manila terrace
- From June to October the monsoon and typhoon season can close outdoor rooftops at short notice