Best Western Hotel La Corona Manila


  • Classification: Three (3)-Star Hotel
  • Number of Rooms: 54
  • Location: Ermita / Intramuros
  • Address: 1166 MH Del Pilar Cor. Arquiza St. Ermita, Manila, Manila, Philippines

Best Western Hotel La Corona Manila is a three (3)-star hotel conveniently situated right smack in the middle of the tourist belt in Ermita – an area in Manila known for bringing together the rich cultural influences of colonial Philippines and the comforts of the modern world. Its location along the Roxas Boulevard and coast of Manila Bay has double perks: an amazing view of the breathtaking Manila Bay sunset and easy access to museums, historical landmarks, embassies, shopping centers, and the Ninoy Aquino International Airport – which is approximately only 7 kilometers or twenty minutes away.

Proving to be highly influenced by the dual nature of its location, the hotel’s façade mirrors the history of Ermita with its postcolonial architecture, characterized by the elaborate Spanish attention to detail and the more modern and practical approach of American architects. In the same way, Best Western hotel’s competent staff provides efficient service incorporated with the warmth and hospitality of Filipinos – making sure that guests feel as comfortable as they would in their own homes.

The six-storey, 54-room boutique hotel provides more than two-fold services, though. Its distinguishing features cater to business travelers, adventure seekers, and those who simply wish to experience a taste of local culture.

Business travelers would be happy to find that major government offices are less than an hour’s drive from the hotel. The American Embassy and the Philippine International Convention Center are 300 meters away from the hotel (a mere five-minute drive) while the Japanese Embassy is around 9 kilometers away. Handling business deals at nearby cities is just as easy, with Pasay, Makati, and Las Piñas less than thirty minutes from Best Western Hotel Manila.

Guests need not look far for a cozy and relaxed atmosphere to handle business deals, however. The hotel’s Banquet Suite and New Home room are furnished with audio-visual equipment perfect for small private parties and business meetings.

For those rooting for a more natural experience of local culture, guests may opt to ride the uniquely Filipino transport: the jeepney. Found almost everywhere in the area, jeepneys can take guests to historical places, museums, first-class and bargain shopping centers near Best Western La Corona hotel.

The Walled City of Intramuros, an area dating back to the Spanish colonial period, is less than five minutes away (1 kilometer) from the hotel. If the thick high walls and moats surrounding the city isn’t enough to take guests back in time, a visit to Fort Santiago just might do the trick. Fort Santiago is a former defense fortress, now a tourist hotspot, which hosts the Rajah Suliman Theater and a number of museum exhibits, including a collection of the belongings of Philippine National Hero, Dr. Jose Rizal. Golf enthusiasts may also want to visit Intramuros for its well-maintained golf course.

Also less than five minutes from the hotel is the first-class shopping mall, Robinson’s, home to a supermarket and a wide selection of boutiques and shops. For bargain hunters, the Baclaran and Tutuban bargain districts are easily accessible as both are just twenty minutes away from Best Western.

The hotel’s Arquiza Restaurant & Bar completes the whole fusion of tradition and modernity with its array of Filipino cuisine and international dishes coupled with a huge variety of beverages and liquor.

Aside from offering basic hotel amenities, all of Best Western La Corona’s rooms are air-conditioned, furnished with an IDD phone, tea/coffee maker, cable television, and a mini bar. The hotel also provides free WiFi internet connection accessible also from all of its rooms – absolutely perfect for online business conferences, getting in touch with family members, and planning further travel itineraries.

Availability of all these and Best Western Hotel La Corona’s excellent services at affordable rates by easily booking your reservation online now.

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