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Whether arranging a private car, hailing a taxi or directing you to the nearby light rail line, our hotel staff are there to help you and ensure you arrive at your selected destination comfortably and on time.
Roger’s Place Hotel is 5 minutes from Ninoy Aquino International Airport. To arrange an airport pick-up, simply contact the hotel directly by telephone: (+632) 851.0667 to 69 / (+632) 851.1301 to 02, by telefax: (+632) 854.1986, by mobile phone: (+63922) 896.3023, or by e-m@il: rogersplacehotel@yahoo.com.
Taxis and city shuttle buses can be found on the ground floor of the domestic and international arrival halls. Taxis are metered, and fare between Manila International airport and the hotel generally costs around US$4 per journey.
Car rentals are available at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. For assistance, guests may proceed to the Hotel Airport Lounge located outside the Arrival Area or approach the Airport Representative. Hotel guests receive complimentary daily parking for the duration of their stay.
Taxis are plentiful throughout Manila, and are a cheap and effective way of reaching your destination quickly and on time. Most taxis are metered. If a taxi is not metered, be sure to negotiate a price beforehand.
The MRT or Metro Rail Transit is a quick and convenient way to travel across the city of Manila. Electronic cards may be bought from booths, with prices varying based on distance. MRT prices go from PHP 9.50 - PHP 14. LRT tickets are fixed at PHP 12.
Getting around the city in a car and a driver is a safe and comfortable transport option. Cars can be rented with or without a driver at varying costs depending on the vehicle. An international driving license is required.
Jeepneys are the most common method of transport in the Philippines. Inspired by American military jeeps, these colorful vehicles are well-known for their flamboyant decoration and have become a symbol of Philippine culture. Jeepneys run along set courses and are hailed en route.
The capital city of the Philippines with a population of 10 million, Manila is a teeming metropolis marked by examples of colonial architecture that survived the bombing of the city during World War II. While many people use Manila only as a stop-over for further travel, the more persistent will discover its friendliness and charm.
Type A (US straight plug)
Filipino (primarily Tagalog); English is also widely spoken
10 million
GMT + 8 hours
Metric
220
GSM 900 / 1800
Most foreign visitors do not need visas for stays of less than 21 days. Three-month visas can be obtained in advance and cost around USD 35. For more detailed information on visa requirements, you can visit the Philippine Bureau of Immigration website.
The national currency of the Philippines is the Philippine Peso (Php), which is composed of 100 centavos. Coins come in denominations of 1, 5, 10, and 25 centavos, 1, 5 and 10 pesos; and 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1,000 notes.
Cash and travelers cheques can be exchanged in licensed exchange offices and international hotels.
A 12% VAT tax applies to all food, shopping and hotel purchases in Manila.
A service charge of 10% is usually added to hotel and restaurant bills. If not, a 10% tip is appropriate for waiters.
Bank Hours
9 am to 3 pm, Monday through Friday
Office Hours
8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday (Government)
9 am to 6 pm, Monday through Saturday (Commercial)
Shop Hours
Shopping mall hours are open 10 am to 9 pm on weekdays and 10 am to 10 pm on weekends.
A health certificate is not required for entry to Manila. However, it's always wise to check your health before travelling. International medical services in Manila are of a high standard and are readily available.
We recommend you drink bottled water during your stay.
Cotton is the best choice for clothing in Manila. A lightweight t-shirt and shorts or jeans are appropriate for daily wear. Jackets are good to have during rain storms or the occasional cool period. For formal occasions, men wear a coat and tie or a traditional Barong Tagalog, tailored slacks and leather shoes. Women will often wear cocktail dressed with a light shawl.
