The Ultimate Gay Travel Guide
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Manila may be one of the best places on earth to book a gay-friendly 5-star hotel room. Here, luxury hotels are available for similar prices to a budget hotel in a major European city, so this is your chance to go all out. The city’s luxury hotels range from classic grandeur to more modern, designer options, and are mostly concentrated in Makati and on the waterfront. Whichever one you choose, you are guaranteed ultimate comfort, top-notch facilities, and unmatchable Filipino hospitality and a gay-friendly reception.
Manila may be known for its exceptionally good value luxury hotels, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t plenty of great budget gay-friendly hotels. If you don’t really need the frills, you can get a clean, modern, and comfortable room in a great central location for an excellent price. That said, many 3-star gay-friendly hotels in Manila have great facilities like swimming pools and gyms.
Almost all hotels in Manila could be described as gay-friendly. The hotels listed below are all popular with gay travelers to Manila with locations near local gay businesses or generally excelling in service and hospitality for LGBT+ guests.
While anti-discrimination laws for LGBT+ rights are lacking nationwide, Manila and other key cities have created non-discrimination ordinances offering limited protection to LGBT+ citizens. However, tourists visiting Manila are unlikely to encounter any hostility due to their sexuality.
Many LGBT travelers choose Malate as the district for them since it is within walking distance from Manila’s main sights such as Baywalk and Roxas Boulevard. The financial district of Manila in Makati offers many great hotels, along with shopping malls and restaurants, and is convenient for traveling around the city.
If you’re in town to party, look out for hotels that are near gay bars and venues in Malate and Quezon.
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Why we love it
♥ Incredible lagoon pool
♥ Endless high-quality variety at the signature restaurant Spiral
♥ Private balcony in every room
♥ Scenic waterfront location
This high-end resort features an original design by Filipino artists and reflects Sofitel’s usual commitment to blending classic French elegance with the local style. Every spacious room comes with a signature MyBed, quality amenities, and a private balcony with either a city or a bay view. A signature restaurant with 21 different food stations makes every meal unique, and a full suite of spa facilities and services will keep you pampered. The hotel’s highlight, however, is the huge free-form lagoon swimming pool, surrounded by tropical gardens and loungers.
Why we love it
♥ Close to Malate gay bars
♥ Lively central location
♥ Comfy beds
♥ Clean, basic, and cheap
This budget hotel is located less than 5 minutes from the few gay nightlife spots left in Malate, such as Che’lu Bar and PILOTO Men’s Entertainment Bar, making it a popular gay hotel in Manila. The offering here is simple: clean, basic rooms with comfy beds, fast WiFi, and plenty of plug outlets. Staff are friendly and helpful, and there are plenty of cool bars and restaurants in the surrounding area. Great value for money if all you need is a nice bed to rest your head in.
Why we love it
♥ Massive Vegas-style hotel-casino complex
♥ Over 20 drinking and dining options
♥ Spacious elegant rooms with Japanese-inspired design
♥ Three outdoor swimming pools to choose from
Okada Manila is one of the standout hotel-casinos in Manila’s Entertainment City, the Phillipine’s answer to Vegas. The Okada complex includes a jaw-dropping 21 dining options covering every possible cuisine, a club, a luxury shopping center, three outdoor pools, full fitness and wellness facilities, a barbershop, and almost 1,000 guest rooms. These feature Japanese-inspired designs with rich colors, huge windows, and spacious layouts. Book one of the rooms with a spa bath for the ultimate indulgence, or go all-out in the Manila Bay Suite, which houses up to five people. One of the best stays in town.
Why we love it
♥ Adjacent to the huge SM Mall of Asia
♥ Soothing white-and-grey interiors
♥ High-quality room amenities
♥ Tasty local and Chinese dining
Conrad Manila is part of the monumental SM Mall of Asia complex, making it an unmatchable choice if you are in town to make the most of Manila’s first-rate shopping. This chic Hilton hotel features relaxing white interiors and extremely well-appointed rooms, each with an espresso machine, set of Bluetooth speakers, and invigorating hydro shower – make sure to get a Bay View room if you can. There are a swanky bar and two on-site restaurants, one high-end Chinese and the other focusing on fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Why we love it
♥ Short walk to Malate gay nightlife
♥ Floor-to-ceiling and extra-large beds in every room
♥ Pleasant pool area and gardens
♥ Cool Sunset Bar with views
Sheraton Manila Bay’s location – less than 5 minutes away from some of the only remaining gay bars in Malate (including long-standing favorite Che’lu Bar) – makes it a great luxury gay hotel in Manila. Formerly the Pan Pacific Manila, this hotel offers a range of classic rooms and suites, all with floor-to-ceiling windows, extra-large beds, and marble bathrooms with separate shower and tub. The outdoor pool and its surrounding terrace are extremely stylish, as is the laid-back Sunset Bar with city views.
Why we love it
♥ Excellent location on Roxas Boulevard
♥ Ultra-comfortable rooms
♥ Top-notch dining
♥ Cool free-form tropical swimming pool
Diamond Hotel benefits from a privileged position on Roxas Boulevard, Manila’s iconic waterfront promenade. Every room boasts a large amount of floor space, heavenly beds, classic decor in warm tones, and lovely bay windows – upgrade to an Executive Suite for even more room and views of the Bay. Both the International and Japanese on-site restaurants are delicious and gorgeously designed, and the large freeform swimming pool has perfect chilled-out tropical vibes. The Health Club includes a well-equipped gym, a spa, and even a reflexology studio.
Why we love it
♥ Spacious rooms with awesome beds
♥ Excellent gym with city views
♥ Delicious breakfast spread
♥ State-of-the-art spa facilities
Offering classic 5-star accommodations with elegant modern decor, Fairmont Makati is one of those hotels that get everything right. The rooms are spacious and exceedingly comfy, with extra-big plush beds and floor-to-ceiling windows. There’s a big pool, an expansive luxury spa, and an exceptionally pleasant and well-equipped gym that overlooks the city. The food is great, especially the breakfast buffet and the pastries at the cafe. To top it off, the staff are welcoming and friendly, helping you make the most of your stay.
Why we love it
♥ Fully-serviced apartments for city living
♥ Range of apartment sizes and styles
♥ Bright and airy decor
♥ Big outdoor swimming pool
Located in leafy Makati, this gay-friendly hotel offers a range of bright, airy, and spacious self-catered apartments. These range from studios to 3-bedroom apartments, the latter of which can house up to six people. In the larger apartments, full living amenities are provided, including a well-equipped kitchen with a stovetop, an oven, a dishwasher, and a washer and dryer, as well as cozy living and dining spaces. The decor is modern and soothing, in tones of beige and pale blue. Top-notch facilities include a restaurant, a spa, a large outdoor swimming pool, and a very good gym.
Why we love it
♥ Homey studio apartment vibe
♥ Modern rooms with kitchenette
♥ Swimming pool and gym on-site
♥ Walking distance to several gay bars
This Quezon City hotel offers excellent, modern facilities for the budget traveler. The double rooms feel like your own little studio apartment, each with a bed, small kitchenette and dining area, ample closet space, and an en-suite. There’s a swimming pool on the roof and a small but well-equipped gym with lots of natural light. Meanwhile, several gay bars and clubs are within walking distance, including Club Mankind, The One 690 Entertainment Bar, and Club ADONIS.
Why we love it
♥ Across the street from a gay bar
♥ Walking distance to several gay venues
♥ Clean basic rooms
♥ Great value for money
Quezon City is home to a handful of gay Manila hotspots, making it a great location for exploring the local scene. This hotel is conveniently located directly across the street from Club MANKIND, with several other gay bars (and even a sauna) within a 20-minute walk. Understandably, this makes it a popular gay hotel in Manila. Rooms are basic, clean, and convenient, with no unnecessary frills. Overall, an excellent choice if all you want is a nice bed close to some gay bars.
Why we love it
♥ Several gay venues nearby
♥ Simple cheap no-frills rooms
♥ Views from most rooms
♥ Clean and modern
Part of the Hop Inn chain of budget hotels, this Quezon City hotel has a great location for gay nightlife, especially given Manila’s lack of a concentrated gayborhood. Club ADONIS is just a couple of minutes away, and several other gay bars (and a popular gay sauna) are all within walking distance. Rooms are simple and no-frills, but most have good city views and the whole hotel is impeccably clean and well-maintained.
Why we love it
♥ Cool contemporary decor
♥ Well-designed loft-style rooms
♥ Dorms doubles and quadruple rooms available
♥ Co-working space on-site
Part of a chain of cool Asian budget hotels, Lub d has a laid-back, friendly vibe and a trendy minimalist design aesthetic. Both dorms and privates are available. The dorms are pleasant and extremely well-designed, with big beds and surprisingly lovely shared bathrooms. Meanwhile, the private rooms are super stylish, feeling like your own little designer loft in Manila – the quadruple room is an awesome choice for a group of friends. Facilities include a rooftop bar, a deli, and a co-working space, making this a great choice for both party travelers and digital nomads.
Why we love it
♥ Central Makati location
♥ Homey apartment feel
♥ Kitchenette in every room
♥ Big outdoor swimming pool (covered)
A popular gay-friendly hotel in Manila, The A.Venue has a great location surrounded by shopping centers, bars, and restaurants. Rooms are a little bit dated but very clean, and everyone is well-equipped with a basic kitchenette. The larger suites are especially comfortable and feel like having your own Manila apartment. There’s a large outdoor swimming pool, a spa, a basic gym, two restaurants, and a handy in-house convenience store.
Why we love it
♥ Simple and no-frills
♥ Clean modern rooms
♥ Good basic amenities
♥ Convenient Makati location
This hotel is located right on Makati Avenue, a short stroll from the river and from various shopping centers. Rooms are basic, modern, and clean, with no unnecessary extras. For a very good price, you get a cozy bed, a desk, a TV, a safe, a compact en-suite and, in most cases, a city view. It’s everything you need, and nothing else.
Why we love it
♥ Super-close to the popular local gay bar
♥ Stylish locally-inspired design
♥ Pleasant cafe and restaurant
♥ Outdoor swimming pool on the rooftop
This chic boutique hotel is located a couple of minutes from the popular gay Manila bar Che’lu, so there will always be a gay party near you. The rooms feature stylish contemporary decor in red, black, and white, and are extremely well-maintained. There’s a nicely laid-back cafe-restaurant-bar downstairs, which serves tasty Western and Filipino food. An outdoor swimming pool and basic gym on the roof round off the facilities.
The Gay Passport is your complete Gay Travel Guide. Looking to Drink, Play or Sleep we have reviews to help. Award-winning & Updated 2025.