Deciding in which serviced residence to stay while traveling is a no-brainer when you have a trusted name like Oakwood. In its Manila branch, the service, facilities, and location all rise to the occasion.

Text By: Kenny Santana

Location
Located in Ortigas, Oakwood Premier Joy~Nostalg Center Manila is 30 minutes from the airport and literally right next to major shopping centres and prime business addresses. A few point of interests within walking distance include the high-end mall called the Podium, the SM Megamall, Robinsons Galleria and Asian Development Bank headquarters. From this central location, it’s an easy starting point to go anywhere in Manila,

Room
With a minimum area of 41sqm, Oakwood Premier Manila probably has one of the biggest standard rooms in the city. Every room comes with a city view, a fully-equipped kitchen, dining area and a separate living room. We were impressed not only by its size, but also by its modern furnishing, retractable waterproof TV in the bathroom, 40-inch home entertainment system with surround sound speakers and the built-in DVD and multimedia interface, perfect for post-business down time. Speaking of which, it was nice to have such a big bathroom with a separate bathtub and shower for unwinding, that and not having to share a basin.

Facilities
Oakwood’s indoor 24-metre long swimming pool is right next to the jacuzzi, spa and fitness centre for those in need of a work out and chill. If you care to entertain in-house the Oakroom serves authentic Filipino and Asian cuisine while the nearby Oakroom Bar is perfect for “Happy Hour.” Don’t pass up their many varieties of soufflé in Enchanté, the French-Mediterranean restaurant—with touches of Filipino influence—which is owned by the popular Chef Jessie Sincioco. They are a bit of a delicacy we hear.

Breakfast
Breakfast in The Oakroom is an intimate affair. Located on the 6th floor, it is furnished with comfy sofas on one side, and dining tables plus chairs on the other. The food is made fresh and served buffet-style without the hectic rush of a big hotel breakfast. It is a stylish place to start the day and the atmosphere and personal service put the mind at ease. Best of all, it never feels cramped so you can spread out and enjoy the morning papers.

Bottom Line
I’ve been to Manila several times and have stayed in many different five-star business hotels and resort-style accommodation, but so far Oakwood Premier Manila has topped them all. With swift service, spacious rooms with modern amenities, wonderful breakfasts and great location, you just can’t go wrong.

Oakwood Premier Joy Nostalg Center
17 ADB Avenue Ortigas Center
Pasig, Manila
Tel: +63 2637 7888

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