Less than two weeks from now, 80 women from all over the world will be vying for the title of the most beautiful woman in the universe. And that title will be contested at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. A lot of people from all over the world will be watching the competition from their own homes, but if you want to experience the pageant full on -- and maybe even get a glimpse of third Filipina Miss Universe Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach -- then the next best thing to actually being in the Arena is to stay in one of the hotels near the location. If you can’t make up your own mind as to which place to choose, we’ve got a list of hotels you pageant fans can check out!

If proximity to the pageant is what you’re aiming for, the Hotel 101 Manila is your best bet. Located within the Mall of Asia complex itself, it’s less than a kilometer away from the Arena, and it’s a three-star hotel that won’t burn a hole through your pocket. It’s also near a lot of restaurants and fastfood establishments so you’re spoiled for choice if you want to go out and eat. Room rates vary depending on availability, but you may need to pay a little more if you want a free breakfast included.

Just a kilometer away from the SM Mall of Asia, the three-star Copacabana Apartment Hotel is another good choice for those looking for a place to stay while looking out for any sightings of the Miss Universe candidates. You can even make it a family affair, as the Copacabana has spacious rooms that are perfect for families. The rooms even have a kitchenette, so you can save on food right there. Room rates start at P2142.12 per night.

In the same neighborhood as the previous hotel, the Heritage Hotel Manila is another three-star hotel just a kilometer away from the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Its buffet breakfast is well-reviewed, but what will thrill pageant enthusiasts is the fact that the Heritage Hotel Manila offers free shuttle rides to SM Mall of Asia. That’s one less thing for you to worry about! Room rates for the Heritage Hotel Manila vary depending on the availability.

The Selah Garden Hotel is a little over a kilometer away from the SM Mall of Asia Arena, so it’s still a manageable distance away from all the pageant action. And if you manage to book early, there’s no chance of you getting bored. The hotel provides a wide variety of activities for its guests, such as a rock-climbing wall and an infinity pool that doubles as a classroom for scuba-diving classes. Room rates start at P2642.11 per night.

If you’re working with a bigger budget and want to wait for the pageant in the lap of luxury, look no further than the Hyatt City of Dreams Manila. It’s just three minutes from airport terminals and five minutes from the SM Mall of Asia, and has 362 comfortable, exquisitely appointed rooms. It’s got a 24-hour buffet restaurant with 315 seats and an international selection of dishes. Definitely, not a bad place to spend the days while waiting for Miss U! Room rates vary depending on availability.

Of course, these are just some of the options you have if you want to see the Miss Universe pageant. Know of any other places to stay to catch the Miss Universe pageant? Share it with us on Facebook (@TravelokaPH) or Twitter (@travelokaPH)