Durban Street Inn

If you want to get a touch of the upscale lifestyle of Manila minus the over the top expense that it will bring, you should definitely try Durban Street Inn. This quaint yet elegant mini-hotel is perfectly situated in the middle of Makati's busy hub so you are just a few blocks away from everything Manila has to offer. The Durban Street Inn is just a few blocks from Makati Boulevard and as such, can also be found a few streets away from Ayala Ave. In this way you can get the best out of both prime business districts in Manila.

With thirty rooms found inside this hotel, guests can enjoy a pleasant stay because of its neat and well-kept rooms. Rates are considerably cheap compared to others in Manila and they are also available in dollar currency. It can range from 16 US dollars on up. However, you will not find any elevator inside the hotel as it really has an old style appeal to it. But you shouldn't be too worried about it anyway because the building on has a total of four floors. And on their first floor they also have their own internet cafe which stays open for twenty four hours although they sometimes also close it down.

Inside the room itself, you will find the usual expected features such as colored TV, mini fridge, telephone, and a western styled bathroom. The television comes with cable channels so you can surf through it while watching. Although you cannot cook within your room, the mini fridge still serves as a very handy feature. The telephone is also an added bonus since not most budget hotels within Manila have such. And of course, the bathroom is also an added plus by the Durban Street Inn considering it has a water heater for people who might want a lukewarm bath. Also for a Manila inn, the Durban Street Inn has a comfortable bed for its guests as well as fully air-conditioned rooms.

Aside from these amenities, you will also find that the Durban Street Inn will let you get an easy taste of the Manila night life. The inn is also situated near Burgos Street which is a known night life hub for after work or yuppies all over Manila. You will find a range of bars and Westernized food available in such areas. With all of these in place, you will definitely find that the Durban Street Inn is among the best places to stay right around Manila.