13 Best Airport Hotels in the Philippines for Long Layovers

Layovers, especially those brutally long ones, can be tiring. If you have, say, five hours of free time, you can just go out of the airport and take a quick tour of the city. But what if you’re not in the mood to roam around or the weather’s not inviting?

A simple solution is to book a hotel near the airport where you can relax as you wait for your flight.

We’ve made the job easier for you and compiled a list of hotels where you can chill at during a layover. If you want to avoid traffic or if you have to catch an early flight, booking at these accommodations are also recommended:

• Metro Manila
• Cebu
• Kalibo
• Puerto Princesa

 

Metro Manila

1. Belmont Hotel Manila

From the airport, you can easily reach Belmont Hotel Manila by crossing Runway Manila, the bridge directly connecting Newport City to NAIA Terminal 3. All it takes is a 15-minute stroll and a short elevator ride after which the accommodating staff will welcome you with a smile.

Bonus: The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service going to and from the airport.

• Location: Newport Boulevard, Newport City, Pasay City
• Distance from the airport: 323 meters (from NAIA Terminal 3)
• Check the latest Belmont Hotel Manila rates

 

2. Go Hotels Manila Airport Road

Go Hotels Manila Airport Road is ideal for travelers looking for a layover hotel without breaking the bank. While waiting for your flight, you can pamper yourself with a rejuvenating spa and massage session. Luggage storage is also available for a small fee.

• Location: 608 Quirino Avenue, Barangay Tambo, Aseana City, Parañaque City
• Distance from the airport: 946 meters (from NAIA Terminal 4)
• Check the latest Go Hotels Manila Airport Road rates

 

3. Golden Phoenix Hotel Manila

Golden Phoenix Hotel Manila is a three-star property perfect for the traveling shopaholic, as it is just a 10-minute drive away from the SM Mall of Asia. Free airport shuttle services are also available. Make sure to check the schedule first and book your reservation ahead of time.

• Location: Sunrise Drive, Oceanaire Building, CBP D. Macapagal Avenue, Pasay City
• Distance from the airport: 4.3 kilometers (from NAIA Terminal 4)
• Check the latest Golden Phoenix Hotel Manila rates

 

4. Hotel 101 Manila

If you’re looking for affordable comfort and multiple recreational choices, Hotel 101 Manila is the right accommodation for you. Not only is the property close to several restaurants and commercial establishments, but it also has cozy rooms, a restaurant, and pools for those looking to stay indoors.

Airport transfers can be requested. Note that this may come with an additional fee.

• Location: EDSA Extension, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City
• Distance from the airport: 2.5 kilometers (from NAIA Terminal 4)
• Check the latest Hotel 101 Manila rates

 

5. TRYP by Wyndham Mall of Asia

As you kill time before your next flight, you can appreciate the stunning views of Manila Bay from a room at TRYP by Wyndham Mall of Asia. The hotel is conveniently located a quick stroll away from SM Mall of Asia, where good eats are always waiting.

Shuttle services and airport transfers are also offered for free.

• Location: Seaside Boulevard, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City
• Distance from the airport: 5.5 kilometers (from NAIA Terminal 4)
• Check the latest TRYP by Wyndham Mall of Asia rates

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Cebu

1. 1521 Hostel Mactan

If you’re feeling adventurous, you can book a room at 1521 Hostel Mactan. Close to it is a private beach where you can have some fun under the sun—definitely a superb way to add activities on your getaway. The Instagram-ready Magellan Shrine is a little more than a kilometer away, too.

An airport shuttle service can be arranged at an extra charge.

• Location: M.L. Quezon Highway Seabreeze, Mactan, Lapu-Lapu City
• Distance from the airport: 2.76 kilometers
• Check the latest 1521 Hostel Mactan rates

 

2. Halfway House Hostel (Mactan Cebu Airport)

Halfway House Hostel features an in-house bar and restaurant, a chill-out lounge, and a garden. You don’t have to go out to make something out of your free time. But if you want to explore further, you can take a quick trip to the nearby beaches where you can go island-hopping and diving.

The hotel also offers rentals of motorbikes and bicycles. Airport transfers can be requested for a small charge.

• Location: 3160 Sangi New Road, Pajo, Lapu-Lapu City
• Distance from the airport: 1.68 kilometers
• Check the latest Halfway House Hostel (Mactan Cebu Airport) rates

 

3. Mactan Backpackers Inn

Mactan Backpackers Inn is a practical choice for travelers looking for a clean and decent room to stay at during a layover. Aside from its low rates, it is close to the central market and is easily accessible even by a jeepney.

If you have a long layover, you can have a quick city tour arranged by the staff. They also offer airport transfers for a fee.

• Location: Tiangue Road, Babag-Looc Road, Lapu-Lapu City
• Distance from the airport: 3.64 kilometers
• Check the latest Mactan Backpackers Inn rates

 

4. Waterfront Airport Hotel and Casino

Coming in for a quick layover? You’ll enjoy your stay at the Waterfront Airport Hotel and Casino. Aside from its proximity to the airport, it has easy access to Cebu’s top tourist attractions and shopping malls. The size of the rooms is worth noting, too. You can schedule an airport transfer at no extra charge.

• Location: 1 Airport Road, Lapu-Lapu City
• Distance from the airport: 1.05 kilometers
• Check the latest Waterfront Airport Hotel and Casino rates

Read Mactan Cebu International Airport Guide: What You Need to Know
 

Kalibo

1. Cess Summer Boutique Hotel

Take in the wonders of island life by booking a short stay at Cess Summer Boutique Hotel for your layover. The rooms have a terrace where you can read a book as you breathe in the fresh air. Before you leave the hotel for your flight, fill your tummy with Asian delights at the in-house cafe.

• Location: Jaime Cardinal Sin, Andagao, Kalibo
• Distance from the airport: 1.39 kilometers
• Check the latest Cess Summer Boutique Hotel rates

 

2. Discover Boracay Hotel and Spa

Discover Boracay Hotel and Spa is a three-star property located within the Kalibo International Airport Complex, making it a popular choice for quick layovers. If you’re coming in during the Ati-Atihan season, it’s best to book a room here as it is only a few minutes away from where all the action is.

You may request an airport transfer service that comes with a minimum charge.

• Location: Kalibo International Airport Complex, Kalibo
• Distance from the airport: 900 meters
• Check the latest Discover Boracay Hotel and Spa rates

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Puerto Princesa

1. Best Western Plus the Ivywall Hotel

Best Western Plus the Ivywall Hotel provides top-class accommodations and features premium rooms with complete amenities, a restaurant, and a swimming pool. If you have time to spare, you can have a quick detour to Honda Bay and Arrecife Island.

The hotel also offers free shuttle service to and from the airport.

• Location: Rizal Avenue Extension, Bancao-Bancao, Puerto Princesa
• Distance from the airport: 763 meters
• Check the latest Best Western Plus the Ivywall Hotel rates

 

2. Canvas Boutique Hotel

A stone’s throw away from the airport, Canvas Boutique Hotel is a beautiful hotel that combines art and comfort for a truly memorable stay. All rooms in the hotel have stylish decorations and hand-painted wall designs.

Make sure to book an airport transfer in advance and inform the staff of the time of your flight.

• Location: Puerto Princesa North Road, Barangay San Miguel, Puerto Princesa
• Distance from the airport: 430 meters
• Check the latest Canvas Boutique Hotel rates

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