This being my 9th trip to Philppines, I am aware of the difference in accomadation standards and so the Mansion wasnt expected to be a pretentous 5 star, I was expecting exactly what a got,, a clean room that was spacious and included a kitchenette with utensils and stove, hot and cold water {far better than in some provinces where... More

We got a 2-bedroom suite with the following: 1. dead roach in the kitchen sink 2. dim kitchen area 3. doors with wood putty 4. dirty area at the back of the bedside table (i saw it when my phone fell in that area) 5. dilapidated center table 6. dilapidated sliding windows 7. cabinet with kids' graffiti 8. no cellphone... More

Mabini Mansion is marketed as an art-deco apartment block. We were not sure that it dated back as far as the 30s, but it is certainly an older-style apartment, with a degree of faded period charm. Its wallpaper, vinyl sofas and large lampshades reminded us more of the 1960s- like a 'Mad Men' interior showing its years. The plus side... More

Arrived from Manila airport at 1 AM. Night manager was very friendly and had us in our room within 10 minutes. Clean and comfortable. Kitchenette with basic pots and pans. Bathroom very clean. Balcony view of building right behind ours. Cable TV and A/C. Hotel restaurant for breakfast. Cold toast but good coffee. Menu is a little pricey. Hotel WI-FI... More