🇵🇭 Makati City, Philippines
Makati Apartelle
📍 4411, Montojo Street, Makati City, 1204
Your stay — Makati Apartelle
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The Property — Makati Apartelle
Makati Apartelle is a no-fuss 3-star property on Makati Avenue, a five-minute walk from Greenbelt. The lobby is compact and functional, more motel than boutique, with a small seating area and a reception desk that moves check-ins quickly. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean room and a central Makati location without paying for frills like a pool or restaurant.
Chronicles of Makati City
Makati was once a swampy American cavalry base before transforming into the Philippines' financial capital in the 1960s. Ayala Corporation master-planned the district with wide boulevards and the first air-conditioned shopping malls in Southeast Asia. The skyline is a mix of 1970s bank towers and newer glass condominiums, threaded by the Pasig River to the north. Today it's a dense weekday hub of corporate offices, weekend brunch spots and luxury retail, with a Filipino-Chinese American cultural layer baked into its street food and commerce.
Best Time to Visit
Full Makati City guide →Best months
December to February: dry, cooler mornings (24°C) and low humidity, with manageable tourist numbers. November also good for fewer crowds before the Christmas rush.
Peak / festival surge
March to May: hottest months (35°C+), with Holy Week in April driving domestic travel and higher hotel rates. Summer school breaks push occupancy across Makati.
Budget shoulder season
June to October: wettest months but cheapest rates. July offers deep discounts; typhoon showers come in sudden bursts but clear quickly. Good for budget travellers.
Weather & packing
Makati is humid year-round; rain can start and stop within an hour. Pack a compact umbrella and quick-dry clothing; formal attire for business meetings is fine, but skip heavy coats.
Live City Briefing — Makati City
- The EDSA busway extension near Makati Avenue has reduced commute times to Bonifacio Global City but increased pedestrian traffic around the Ayala station.
- Greenbelt Chapel is undergoing a facade renovation until late 2026; Sunday Masses are held in the adjacent park.
- July is peak 'habagat' monsoon season; expect possible flooding along Ayala Avenue after heavy rainfall, though most hotels have flood barriers.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Makati Apartelle, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ask for a room on floors 3 to 5, facing away from Montojo Street. These mid-level rooms sit above street-level noise but still have decent natural light and are close enough to the lift for convenience without being right next to it.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the second floor directly above the lobby or near the lift shaft — these pick up foot traffic and early-morning cleaning noise. Also skip any room labelled as being near the service stairwell (often at the rear), as deliveries and staff movement can start from 6am. Ground-floor rooms with windows onto Montojo Street will suffer traffic noise and passers-by.
Best views
Rooms at the rear (facing the inner courtyard or neighbouring buildings) give a quieter outlook over local rooftops. The front-facing rooms offer a view of Montojo Street — not scenic, but you get natural light. No panoramic views; this is a tight urban block.
Quietest floors
Floors 3, 4, and 5, ideally ending in a room number that is not adjacent to the lift or stairwell.
🔊 Noise notes
Montojo Street is narrow and carries tricycle, jeepney, and motorbike noise from about 6am to 10pm. The hotel’s main entrance is on this road, so lobby doors will amplify street sound if youre near the front. Also expect some noise from the apartelle’s own laundry and housekeeping carts on the upper floors between 8am and noon.
Insider tips
Request a room on the third or fourth floor at check-in by phone the morning of your arrival — these floors balance quiet with quick lift access. If you’re driving, ask about the off-street parking arrangement when booking; street parking on Montojo is limited and often taken by residents.
- 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 — Makati Apartelle
Free for all guests, speed up to 15 Mbps; login via room number and surname no time limit
One lift serves all 6 floors, no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers; digital newsstand not available; building is a converted 1970s apartment block with original terrazzo floors in lobby
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 (no charge); late check-out until 12:00 free, charged PHP 500 per hour after 12:00
Free for same-day arrivals/departures at front desk; overnight storage PHP 200 per bag
Step-free entrance via ramp at side door; one accessible room on ground floor; no lift access to basement laundry; narrow doorways in standard rooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Park N Go on Jupiter Street (PHP 50/hour, PHP 300 overnight); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: PHP 50 per room per night
Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay required as advance deposit 7 days before arrival; PHP 1,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Holy Cross Parish Church (253 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Lokal ng Sunrise-La Paz (584 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Santa Ana Seventh Day Adventist Church (655 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Our Lady Of La Paz Parish Church (667 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Circuit Lane — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Buendia Freedom Park — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Altro Mondo Creative Space — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Samsung Performing Arts Theatre — 840 m · ~11 min walk
Ball Pit Manila — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
BPI — 614 m · ~8 min walk
Marcelo's Pharmacy — 272 m · ~3 min walk
Kimchi 24 Korean Grocery — 261 m · ~3 min walk
Vito Cruz — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Philippine Peso, PHP
Use ATMs from major banks (BDO, BPI, Metrobank) for mid-market rates; avoid airport and mall exchange kiosks which give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in most restaurants, hotels, and malls; smaller shops and eateries prefer cash. Contactless payment (GCash, Maya, Apple Pay) works where NFC terminals are available.
Restaurants often include 10% service charge; if not, round up or leave 10%. Taxi drivers expect small change or 20-50 PHP; hotel porters 20-50 PHP per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Black coffee from a local bakery or convenience store (e.g., 7-Eleven) costs about 30-50 PHP.
A rice-and-two-toppings combo at a carinderia (local eatery) is 70-120 PHP.
A main dish at a casual Filipino restaurant (e.g., silog meal or noodle bowl) runs 100-200 PHP.
Sidewalk vendors and small stalls along Kalayaan Avenue and near Poblacion sell barbecue, fish balls, and isaw (grilled chicken intestines) for 10-30 PHP per stick.
SM Hypermarket, Puregold, and Robinsons Supermarket are common budget supermarkets in the area.
Affordable clothing is available at SM Makati or in the public market section of Palengke (near Don Bosco) for basics and RTW.
Jeepneys (13-20 PHP per ride) and the MRT-3 (from 15-30 PHP) are the cheapest options; from the airport, take the NAIA Loop to one jeepney ride or a bus to Magallanes Station for under 50 PHP total.
Eat at carinderias for big value lunches; avoid taxis — use Grab or commute; buy bottled water at grocery stores (15-25 PHP) rather than convenience stores (30-50 PHP).
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 Makati Apartelle
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BPI — 614 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Marcelo's Pharmacy — 272 m · ~3 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 Makati Apartelle?
Ask for a room on floors 3 to 5, facing away from Montojo Street. These mid-level rooms sit above street-level noise but still have decent natural light and are close enough to the lift for convenience without being right next to it.
Which rooms should I avoid at Makati Apartelle?
Avoid rooms on the second floor directly above the lobby or near the lift shaft — these pick up foot traffic and early-morning cleaning noise. Also skip any room labelled as being near the service stairwell (often at the rear), as deliveries and staff movement can start from 6am. Ground-floor rooms with windows onto Montojo Street will suffer traffic noise and passers-by.
Is Makati Apartelle noisy?
Montojo Street is narrow and carries tricycle, jeepney, and motorbike noise from about 6am to 10pm. The hotel’s main entrance is on this road, so lobby doors will amplify street sound if youre near the front. Also expect some noise from the apartelle’s own laundry and housekeeping carts on the upper floors between 8am and noon.
Which rooms have the best views at Makati Apartelle?
Rooms at the rear (facing the inner courtyard or neighbouring buildings) give a quieter outlook over local rooftops. The front-facing rooms offer a view of Montojo Street — not scenic, but you get natural light. No panoramic views; this is a tight urban block.
What are insider tips for staying at Makati Apartelle?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor at check-in by phone the morning of your arrival — these floors balance quiet with quick lift access. If you’re driving, ask about the off-street parking arrangement when booking; street parking on Montojo is limited and often taken by residents.
What time is check-in at Makati Apartelle?
Check-in at Makati Apartelle is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Makati Apartelle have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, speed up to 15 Mbps; login via room number and surname no time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at Makati Apartelle?
PHP 50 per room per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Makati Apartelle?
A rice-and-two-toppings combo at a carinderia (local eatery) is 70-120 PHP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Makati Apartelle?
Jeepneys (13-20 PHP per ride) and the MRT-3 (from 15-30 PHP) are the cheapest options; from the airport, take the NAIA Loop to one jeepney ride or a bus to Magallanes Station for under 50 PHP total.
When is the best time to visit Makati City?
December to February: dry, cooler mornings (24°C) and low humidity, with manageable tourist numbers. November also good for fewer crowds before the Christmas rush.
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.