The luxury Peninsula Manila is a posh and polished property with swanky interiors, an array of features, and a central Makati location that's surrounded by dining and shopping options. Several dining options include Asian cuisine, a fine-dining restaurant serving gourmet fare, and an international buffet, plus there's a decadent 1930s-theme lounge and a handful of others bars. The hotel has an outdoor pool, as well as topnotch wellness features like fitness and spa facilities. Guest rooms feature tasteful decor, well-stocked minibars, flat-screen TVs, and even fax machines. Though the spacious marble bathrooms have both showers and tubs, fixtures could use an update. Travelers might want to compare rates with the neighboring Makati Shangri-La Manila, a similar luxury property with plenty of features.

Dusit Thani Manila is a luxury hotel known for its beautiful Thai-inspired design. Many guests have complained about the rather underwhelming rooms -- but the hotel is currently undergoing renovations, and the newer rooms are elegant, stylish, and high-end. With seven restaurants, a gorgeous spa, an outdoor pool, friendly service, and a well-equipped fitness center, there isn’t much to fault here. The location, adjacent to several malls and corporate offices, is convenient for business and leisure travelers alike.