Budget Hostels from S$8

By staying at a hostel, you can cut your spending on lodging and set aside more of your budget for sightseeing during your trip. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its entertainment venues and festivals.

These dorm-style accommodations come in many different forms, but they all have three main things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks get the highest reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start: Lub d Philippines Makati - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. You’ll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms. Mad Monkey Manila - Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. You’ll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Townhouse Oak VIP Suites - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Manila Pasay Road Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. You’ll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Gramercy Residences 1 bedroom w Balcony - You can take advantage of 3 indoor pools and a 24-hour front desk at this property. Rooms come with free Wi-Fi. Abraham Manila - Hostel - Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. You’ll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms.

If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Makati, one of Expedia’s 23 hostels could be a great option.

The weather is important when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually May and April, with an average temperature of 29°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Makati are July, September, August and June, with each month seeing an average of 381 mm of rainfall.

Generally, Makati is known for its restaurants, bars and cafes. Top attractions include SM Mall of Asia and Newport World Resorts. Get out into nature with places such as Ayala Triangle Gardens, Legazpi Active Park and Pasig River. Cultural attractions include Ayala Museum, Samsung Performing Arts Theatre and Yuchengco Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Makati on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Manila (MNL-Ninoy Aquino Intl.), located 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from the city centre. After you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transport to get around. Walk to nearby metro stations such as Ayala Station, Buendia Station and Magallanes Station. To see more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Manila Pasay Road Station, Manila EDSA Station or Gil Puyat Station.