“A luxury hotel complete with a rooftop pool and a spa. The elegant and spacious suites feature spectacular views of the Manila cityscape. The Raffles Long bar serves delicious cocktails and there is also a stylish cafe. Mirèio restaurant serves sensational Provençal-inspired cuisine. ”

Recommended for

  • Museums

    • The Ayala Museum's archaeological, ethnographic, historical, fine arts, numismatics, and ecclesiastical exhibits are fascinating
  • Romantic Break

    • An opulent, romantic city hotel with spacious suites featuring big cosy beds, sink-into bathtubs - and gourmet dining options
  • Other Activities

    • Fantastic private experiences can be arranged by the attentive team - including romantic dinners and city tours
  • Spa breaks

    • Unwind at the beautiful Fairmont Spa, a 1200 square metre wellness escape offering soothing treatments
  • Restaurant

    • Savour Provençal cuisine at Mireio, dishes from China, the Middle East, India & Europe at Spectrum or snacks at Café Macaron
  • Spa

    • 1200 square metres of soothing spa spaces, highlighting traditional Filipino techniques & cultural wisdom
  • Sights nearby

    • Discover the cultural offerings of Manila, The Ayala Museum and SM Makati are nearby
  • Learning

    • Hosting the literary festival has become part of the ethos of the hotel
  • Close to nightlife

    • Get to know the bars and restaruant of Manila's bustling CBD by night
  • Designer Shopping

    • Greenbelt Malls and Glorietta Malls are just a short walk away
  • Lively area

    • In Manila's bustling CBD
  • Yoga

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Roof terrace

  • Designer

  • Views

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Good wine list

  • Opulent

  • Great walks

  • Landmark

  • Chic

  • Gym

  • Wine tasting

  • Child friendly

  • Business Hotel

  • 5* Luxury

  • Disabled access

  • Wellbeing

  • Luxury

  • Romantic

  • Air conditioning

  • Gourmet

Facilities

  • Rooms

    32 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    Savour Provençal cuisine at Mireio, dishes from China, the Middle East, India & Europe at Spectrum or snacks at Café Macaron
  • Bar

    Head up to the Mistral Rooftop Bar, sip drinks at the Lounge Bar, or enjoy the fabulously atmospheric Writers Bar
  • Spa

    1200 square metres of soothing spa spaces, highlighting traditional Filipino techniques & cultural wisdom
  • Library

    The hotel hosts an Authors-in-Residence programme and the first Philippine Readers and Writers Festival
  • Private chef / butler

    Raffles prides itself on exceptional service and dedicated butlers
  • Swimming Pool

    9th-floor swimming pool with striking city views
  • Hairdresser/Beauty Salon

    The Teng Roma Salon is excellent
  • Airport transfer

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Meeting Room

  • Cots available

  • Roof terrace

  • EV Charging Station

  • Massage

  • No pets

  • Lift

  • Bicycle hire

  • Business Centre

  • Babysitting

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Good wine list

  • Disabled access

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • 24 Hour room service

  • Parking

  • Suites

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Wifi

  • Air conditioning

  • Safe

  • Bath robes

Activities

  • Museums

    • The Ayala Museum's archaeological, ethnographic, historical, fine arts, numismatics, and ecclesiastical exhibits are fascinating
  • Other Activities

    • Fantastic private experiences can be arranged by the attentive team - including romantic dinners and city tours
  • Sights nearby

    • Discover the cultural offerings of Manila, The Ayala Museum and SM Makati are nearby
  • Learning

    • Hosting the literary festival has become part of the ethos of the hotel
  • Close to nightlife

    • Get to know the bars and restaruant of Manila's bustling CBD by night
  • Designer Shopping

    • Greenbelt Malls and Glorietta Malls are just a short walk away
  • Yoga

  • Theatre

  • Great walks

  • Wine tasting

Map & Location

Other reviews

Raffles Makati

This intimate, art-filled property – sharing a building with the adjoining Fairmont Hotel in Manila’s central business district – is big on service and comfort. Its spacious suites and excellent facilities make it a perfect refuge from the city's often hectic streets.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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