Oriental Design Place

I sleep well here even though you can hear some traffic from the nearby skyway. For rooms facing that way, the hotel thoughtfully provides earplugs, and the blanket is really comfy. The location along EDSA is handy if you have paperwork to take care of near Makati. Coming from the north by bus, it’s just a few steps from the drop-off point. Reception is attentive and easy to communicate with. The rooms are spacious, with plenty of storage for bags and clothes, including hangers. Hot and cold water both work well, and the water pressure is good. One thing to keep in mind is the lack of an elevator. Rooms are on the second or third floor, so I wouldn’t recommend it for seniors or people with disabilities.

Getting to malls and other places for fun is easy since it’s right on EDSA, and it’s also very convenient for appointments at VFS Saudi Arabia, about a 7-10 minute walk. NAIA is nearby as well. The staff were really friendly, and deserve a good tip 😉. I had no issues during my stay. I’d give it 4.5 stars, with the missing half being room for improvement, like adding an elevator for older guests.

The rooms were clean and had all the amenities we needed. We stayed briefly before an early flight, and the busy road outside made the room noisy since the place is along Edsa. One heads-up: the entrance is on the side, not at the front.

The only downside was having no elevator. Apart from that, my friends and I enjoyed our stay. The place was easy to find and close to places to eat, and the staff were friendly and accommodating. We liked the service and would book again when we're back in Manila.