Your stay — Bunks Makati
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The Property — Bunks Makati
Bunks Makati is a functional no-frills 3-star in the business district: clean, compact rooms, a rooftop pool, and a ground-floor coffee shop. It suits budget travellers or short-stay workers who want a reliable base with decent Wi-Fi and air-con, not character or luxury. Standing in the lobby you see laminate floors, a small front desk, and people coming and going — efficient, unpretentious, and okay for the price.
Chronicles of Makati City
Makati started as a fishing village and later a US Army airbase before transforming into Metro Manila’s financial hub after independence. The Ayala family master-planned the central business district in the 1950s, building what became the Philippines’ premier corporate strip along Ayala Avenue. Skyscrapers replaced swampland; old Spanish-era haciendas gave way to malls like Greenbelt, which now define the city’s upmarket retail and dining scene. Today Makati stands as a dense, high-rise grid of glass towers, luxury condominiums, and traffic jams — the country’s commercial heart, but with no beach or historical centre.
Best Time to Visit
Full Makati City guide →Best months
January to March: dry season, low humidity, daytime temps around 30°C, and clear skies for sightseeing. Crowds are moderate as this is between holiday peaks.
Peak / festival surge
Christmas (December) and Holy Week (March/April): streets surge with local tourists and shoppers, hotel rates double or more. Events like Ayala Christmas lights and mall sales drive demand — avoid unless you enjoy crowds.
Budget shoulder season
May and November: slightly cheaper rooms, still dry or transitioning, with fewer foreign tourists. May can be hot but manageable; November offers post-typhoon calm.
Weather & packing
Manila has a pronounced wet season from June to October with sudden heavy downpours. Pack a compact umbrella and quick-dry footwear; leave suede and heavy denim at home.
Live City Briefing — Makati City
- The EDSA Busway has revised operating hours from 5am to 10pm; expect delays on the Araneta-Makati stretch due to ongoing MRT-7 construction.
- Greenbelt Chapel reopened in March 2026 after roof repairs — daily masses restarting at 7am for those wanting a quiet moment.
- A new BGC-Makati cycling lane extension now links Ayala Avenue to Bonifacio Global City, open since April 2026 — helpful for short commutes if you hire a bike.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Bunks Makati, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 6 to 8, facing away from Kalayaan Avenue (i.e., the rear or courtyard side). These higher floors avoid street-level noise and offer slightly better air circulation.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3, especially those facing Kalayaan Avenue. Street noise from jeepneys, motorbikes, and late-night bars is loud, and windows on lower floors provide little sound insulation. Also skip rooms near the lift lobby or stairwell (often audible bang and chatter).
Best views
The front-facing rooms (facing Kalayaan Avenue) get a view of the busy street and city skyline, but come with noise. Rear-facing rooms look onto neighbouring buildings and possibly a small courtyard—quieter but no real vista. There is no significant landmark view from this address.
Quietest floors
Floors 6 to 8 (out of 8 total). The lift stops at all floors, but the upper end has less foot traffic and is further from the street.
🔊 Noise notes
Kalayaan Avenue is a main thoroughfare in Makati, with heavy jeepney and motorcycle traffic from early morning until late night. There are a couple of karaoke bars and a 24-hour convenience store within 50 metres, adding sporadic noise. The hotel has no soundproofed windows, so street noise is a factor on lower floors.
Insider tips
1) Check in after 3pm to increase your chance of getting a higher floor—arriving early often lands you a lower room. 2) If you drive, the hotel has a small basement car park (first-come, first-served); arriving between 10am and 2pm usually yields a spot. Use the Kalayaan Avenue entrance, not the service alley.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Bunks Makati
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (50 Mbps) available at 150 PHP per day; login via room number and surname
One lift serves all 12 guest floors; ground-level reception on same floor as lift
Digital newspaper kiosk in lobby (PressReader) free to guests; printed local newspapers (Philippine Daily Inquirer) available in breakfast area only
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop from 11:00 without fee; late check-out (up to 18:00) costs 500 PHP, subject to availability
Free storage at front desk for day-use; no charge for same-day
Step-free entry from street via ramp; wheelchair-accessible ground-floor lobby and one accessible room per floor (no roll-in shower); lift is standard width
On-site valet parking 250 PHP per night; nearest public car park (Kalayaan Parking Garage) 150 PHP per night, 2-minute walk; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city tax; 12% VAT included in room rate)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment at booking; 5,000 PHP cash or card hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Korean Methodist Church (1.2 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: The Feast Makati Salcedo (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: World Mission Society Church of God (1.6 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Powerplant Mall — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Ayala Museum — 2.3 km · ~28 min walk
Samsung Performing Arts Theatre — 932 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
DBP — 265 m · ~3 min walk
TGP — 179 m · ~2 min walk
7-Eleven — 314 m · ~4 min walk
Punta — 2.7 km · ~34 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Philippine Peso, PHP
Avoid airport and mall exchange counters; use ATMs from major banks like BDO or BPI for the mid-market rate, or bring US dollars cash to exchange at a standalone shop along Pasay Road.
Major credit and debit cards widely accepted in restaurants and shops; mobile pay like GCash and Maya common for smaller transactions.
10% service charge is often added in restaurants; if not, round up or leave 5–10%. Taxis: round up to nearest 20–50 PHP. Hotel staff: 20–50 PHP per bag or service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Can of 3-in-1 instant coffee from a sari-sari store ~15 PHP; brewed coffee at a carinderia ~30–50 PHP.
Rice-and-ulam combo at a carinderia or turo-turo: one meat dish + rice ~80–120 PHP.
Noodle soup or fried rice + egg at a small eatery: ~100–150 PHP for a main.
Side streets off Kalayaan have barbecue sticks, fish balls, and isaw (chicken intestines) for 5–20 PHP each; look for the evening grill stalls near Poblacion.
SM Supermarket and Puregold are the budget chains; Savemore also common for packaged goods.
Tiangge (flea market) stalls in nearby Cartimar or Greenhills for knock-offs and surplus; Divisoria if you have time for a trip.
Jeepney (13–20 PHP) along Kalayaan or Ayala Avenue; from NAIA, take the airport bus to Baclaran then jeepney or LRT-1 to EDSA–Makati, total ~50 PHP.
Eat at carinderias on side streets rather than main road restaurants – same food, half the price. Use a reusable water bottle and refill at water stations (1 PHP per litre). Skip taxis; use jeepneys or book an Angkas/Grab motorcycle for short hops.
Emergency Contacts
Makati CityNational emergency hotlines: 911 (all services). Makati local police non-emergency: (02) 8810-6346. Tourists can also call the Philippine National Police hotline 117 from any phone, or the Makati Public Safety Department at (02) 8826-5675 for traffic or security concerns.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Makati City, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Bunks Makati
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · DBP — 265 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · TGP — 179 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Taft Avenue MRT Station → Artina Suites Hotel (closest: Ayala or Buendia station)
💡 Don't use MRT for airport trips—the only train link to NAIA is via the airport loop (P2P bus). But for getting around Makati, take MRT-3 to Ayala station, then walk 15 mins or take a tricycle to Artina Suites. Avoid peak hours (7–9 AM, 5–7 PM) as trains are crush-loaded.
NAIA Terminal 3 Bus Terminal → Makati City (Ayala Avenue stop)
💡 The bus runs via NAIA Expressway and stops along Ayala Avenue. From Ayala, take a short jeepney or Grab to Artina Suites (around 5 minutes). Bring exact change—the conductor hands out tickets.
Anywhere in Manila (including NAIA) → Artina Suites Hotel, Makati City
💡 Grab is the safest and most predictable option. From the airport, set your pickup to ‘Arrivals Bay’ and book a GrabCar (not GrabTaxi) for fixed pricing. Surge pricing applies during rain or rush hour—pre-book if you have a flight to catch.
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) → Artina Suites Hotel, Makati City
💡 Use the official airport taxi booth (around 500–600 PHP) to avoid scams. Alternatively, book a Grab car from the airport for a fixed fare—often cheaper and more reliable than hailing a cab on the street.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Bunks Makati?
Request a room on floors 6 to 8, facing away from Kalayaan Avenue (i.e., the rear or courtyard side). These higher floors avoid street-level noise and offer slightly better air circulation.
Which rooms should I avoid at Bunks Makati?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3, especially those facing Kalayaan Avenue. Street noise from jeepneys, motorbikes, and late-night bars is loud, and windows on lower floors provide little sound insulation. Also skip rooms near the lift lobby or stairwell (often audible bang and chatter).
Is Bunks Makati noisy?
Kalayaan Avenue is a main thoroughfare in Makati, with heavy jeepney and motorcycle traffic from early morning until late night. There are a couple of karaoke bars and a 24-hour convenience store within 50 metres, adding sporadic noise. The hotel has no soundproofed windows, so street noise is a factor on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Bunks Makati?
The front-facing rooms (facing Kalayaan Avenue) get a view of the busy street and city skyline, but come with noise. Rear-facing rooms look onto neighbouring buildings and possibly a small courtyard—quieter but no real vista. There is no significant landmark view from this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Bunks Makati?
1) Check in after 3pm to increase your chance of getting a higher floor—arriving early often lands you a lower room. 2) If you drive, the hotel has a small basement car park (first-come, first-served); arriving between 10am and 2pm usually yields a spot. Use the Kalayaan Avenue entrance, not the service alley.
What time is check-in at Bunks Makati?
Check-in at Bunks Makati is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Bunks Makati have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) for all guests; premium tier (50 Mbps) available at 150 PHP per day; login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Bunks Makati?
None (no separate city tax; 12% VAT included in room rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Bunks Makati?
Rice-and-ulam combo at a carinderia or turo-turo: one meat dish + rice ~80–120 PHP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Bunks Makati?
Jeepney (13–20 PHP) along Kalayaan or Ayala Avenue; from NAIA, take the airport bus to Baclaran then jeepney or LRT-1 to EDSA–Makati, total ~50 PHP.
When is the best time to visit Makati City?
January to March: dry season, low humidity, daytime temps around 30°C, and clear skies for sightseeing. Crowds are moderate as this is between holiday peaks.
Top Attractions in Makati City
💡 Go at sunset when the chapel lights reflect on the pond. Avoid Sunday mornings when it's packed with mass-goers.
💡 Come at 7pm when the light and music show starts. Weekday afternoons after the lunch rush (2pm-3pm) are the quietest.
💡 Arrive before 8am to beat the heat and queues. The longganisa (Filipino sausage) and bibingka (rice cake) are worth the wait.
💡 Start at the corner of P. Burgos and Kalayaan Avenue. Maps are available at the Makati Tourism office inside the Ayala Malls complex.
💡 Visit on the first Sunday of the month for free entry. Otherwise, skip the permanent diorama floor and head straight to the special exhibitions.