5 Reasons The Charter House Hotel is Budget Travelers' Choice in Manila

Are you a budget traveler visiting Metro Manila, and crashing with friends is out of the question? The Charter House Hotel in Makati, Philippines is the next best place to go. You will definitely enjoy your time here because of the accommodation's uncompromising brand of hospitality that comes with very reasonable rates.

Here are 5 reasons that make The Charter House in Makati City your go-to hotel in Metro Manila:

1. Great accommodations you can afford

You may choose among 105 Deluxe, Standard, and Executive Suite guestrooms, which all come with attractive rates. Each has an en-suite bathroom, cable TV, free Wi-Fi Internet connection, refrigerator, mini-bar, and safe. Whether you're staying for the weekend or the whole week, these accommodations guarantee that sense of home throughout. Spartan, clean and functional, every room features a no-frills air that lets you focus on the things that truly matter.

2. A lineup of reliable facilities

Aside from comfort and security, The Charter House also provides convenience. There is a coffee shop and rooftop swimming pool for when you find some downtime in your schedule. Are you visiting the metropolis to hold important meetings and other social events? The hotel presents a great venue for you with its Executive Conference Room and Ivory Function Room.

3. Friendly staff and helpful services

Leave it to the hotel's courteous and attentive staff to take simple daily tasks totally out of your to-do list. Just call the front desk for room service, laundry and ironing assistance, and even to make arrangements for airport transfers. The hotel also has fax and photocopying facilities, as well as authentic Chinese-style body and foot reflexology services.

4. Special budget-saving promos

This Makati, Philippines hotel has special packages that can give greater value for your money. For example, the Easy Travel Promo, which is valid until June 29, 2014, already comes inclusive of set breakfast and 1-way airport transfer. There are also weekend deals that give 5 percent discount on The Charter House's already affordable regular room rates.

5. An address close to everything

If you want to see the latest blockbuster flick or party through the night, visit the cinemas and hangout spots in Greenbelt and Glorietta. Both are just within walking distance from the hotel. Exploring neighboring cities is also easy when staying at this hotel in Makati, Philippines, because the nearest MRT Train Station is just a 10-minute walk away.

The 3 Makati City Spots for Christmas Sightseeing Trips

If you've decided to spend the Christmas holidays without leaving Metro Manila, one of your best options would be Guijo Suites in Makati, Philippines. The hotel's restaurant is sure to provide you and your company a sumptuous breakfast that will let you explore the city's main commercial and financial district for the rest of the day. Now,  since it's already the holiday season, expect that some establishments might be closed for the holidays. It doesn't mean, however, that you have less reasons to go around and take in the sights. Remember that the holidays present you with an opportunity to see the city up close without being bothered by the heavy traffic. Try to see iconic high-rise buildings, tree-lined streets, and convenient pedestrian walkways at your own time.

To make the most of your stay, head to these places to enjoy the festive sights and sounds that mark the Christmas season in the country's financial capital.

1. Ayala Avenue

Take advantage of the short breather the season has granted to one of the city's busiest roads by visiting Ayala Avenue and admiring the light sculptures that pepper the sidewalk. Best time to visit would be a little after sunset so you can see how the lights play out.

2. Ayala Triangle

Swing by this lush garden and view the spectacular light show that plays to the tune of well-known Christmas carols. The park is right beside the avenue of the same name. The place is surrounded by dining options so drop by in time for dinner.

3. Glorietta 4 Park

Hit 2 birds with one stone by doing your Christmas shopping at the mall and taking commemorative pictures beside the giant tree at the park. Like Ayala Triangle, the mall also lets you enjoy proximity to restaurants, bars, cafes, and snack shops.

If you chance to drop by Makati on a weekday, sometime before or after December 25, you can also see the many museums and art galleries in the city. Choices close your hotel in Makati, Manila include:

• View artistic collaborations on display at Alliance Française de Manille in Bel-Air II.
• Visit the Ayala Museum at Makati Avenue corner De la Rosa Street, Greenbelt Park.
• See the paintings and sculptures at Galleria Nicolas, located at 3/F Art Space, Glorietta 4, Ayala Center.
• And for big artworks, visit Gallery Big at 2/F LRI Design Plaza, 210 N. Garcia St., Bel-Air.

Book an accommodation today at Guijo Suites Makati and bring yourself closer to a stress-free Christmas holiday in the city.

Makati Art Galleries to Visit Before the End of 2013 – Part 1

If you're just itching to get out of your hotel in Makati City to escape the lull between parties and events this Christmas season, you can consider visiting the art galleries that call the country's financial capital their home.

Alliance Française de Manille
209 Nicanor Garcia Street, Bel-Air II, Makati City, Philippines

Founded in 1920, this nonprofit institution encourages friendly relations between the Filipinos and the French through programs that highlight art and education. If you're in the city between October 30 and November 28, you can visit Alliance Française de Manille and view the exhibit by Fernando Sepe, Jr. called Vanishing Point. The exhibition features black and white photos of ox-pulled carts containing hand-crafted wood and basket-woven wares — a sentimental vision of which that used to travel the streets of Manila in search of costumers.

Altro Mondo · Arte Contemporanea
3rd Level, Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center, Makati City, Philippines

Altro Mondo has served as a venue for contemporary art exhibits. Since is foundation in 2010, the gallery has earnestly promoted young and emerging painters and sculptors. Altro Mondo has also actively participated in furthering the arts through online platforms, forums, projects, and events. It has also hosted local and foreign artists, and partnered with independent curators and artist collectives, as well as fellow galleries and museums, to promote cultural and critical exchange. The gallery closes 2013 and opens 2014 with the following exhibits: The Calling of Saint Matthew from November 7 to 29; PITIK at the Picasso from November 14 to December 20, 2013; and Gines Serran-Pagan from December 5 to January 3, 2014.

Ayala Museum
Makati Avenue corner Dela Rosa Street, Greenbelt Park, Makati City, Philippines

Envisioned by the late artist Fernando Zobel de Ayala y Montojo in the 1950's, Ayala Museum was realized in 1967 as a project of the Ayala Foundation, Inc. The museum has two permanent collections. The first is the Diorama Experience that depicts events from the prehistoric Philippines to the 1986 People Power Revolution. The other one is the Boat Gallery with its finely crafted ship models. With 4 floors, the museum offers a lot to its guests. You can easily get a detailed list of the museum's current and upcoming exhibits by visiting its website.

If you have time, why not set the whole day as an art and culture escapade? Your trip would be made even easier if you take time to plot out the itinerary of your art-binge day while you're still enjoying the comforts of your hotel accommodation in Makati City, Philippines.