The second best thing about Rothman Hotel is its location. It is very centrally located in d heart of Ermita, just 100m to d left from Robinsons Mall. Next to Pan Pacific hotel, Rothman is also just 200m to d right from d famous Malate pubs n bars. It is also a 100m shortcut through sister property Riviera Mansion to Mabini street and Hyatt hotel casino. D location is unbeatable!
But even better than that, to me, is the value. Only Peso1870 (US$45) gets U a very decent, large Standard room (no free wifi, no breakfast). Well maintained & clean. No nasty surprises. A/C works fine. Water is hot n water pressure is good (tho shower head needs changing). A little renovation is overdue (esp in d toilet, old tiles) but that wud mean higher rates! If it aint broken, dont fix it! (Minor blessing - <ants yes but> no roaches seen at all during my stay - rare feat in Manila!)
Rooms at d back are extremely quiet (quieter than a library!), n a small dining room separating d bedroom from d corridor eliminates all hallway noise... Real peace & quiet in d heart of Manila! Unheard of!
Recommendations: Hotel is just across d road from a great "genuine" massage spa (peso 1100 for 90min massage, ask for Susan), from Freddie "Anak" Aguilar's pub Ka Freddie n is next to Phils. imitation of (Bonchon) Korean fried chicken - Charlie Chicken.
Location can't be beat! I've paid a lot more n gotten a lot less in many Manila hotels. Hands down, Rothman has d best value rooms in Manila!
- Rothman Hotel Manila
