🇵🇭 Pasig, Philippines

Marco Polo Ortigas

★★★★★ 5-star hotel

📍 Meralco Avenue, Pasig, 1605

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Your stay — Marco Polo Ortigas

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Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Marco Polo Ortigas, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

For the best experience at the Marco Polo Ortigas, request a room on the higher floors (above 20th floor) to minimize potential traffic noise from Meralco Avenue and the nearby EDSA highway. The hotel has 34 floors, so floors 21 and above should provide a quieter stay.

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Rooms to avoid

Rooms near the service entrance (usually floors 1-5) may experience noise from delivery and service staff, and rooms near the lifts (elevator floors) may have more noise from guests and staff activity.

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Best views

Rooms with a southeast or southwest orientation (facing the Ortigas business district or the Pasig River) may offer views of the city skyline. However, be aware that the hotel's Meralco Avenue address means that high-rise buildings and highways may obstruct some views.

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Quietest floors

Floors 21-34 are likely to be the quietest, as they are farthest from the street and service entrance.

🔊 Noise notes

Guests may experience some noise from the nearby highway and Meralco Avenue, especially during rush hour. Additionally, being in Pasig, the hotel is close to several bars and restaurants, which may generate some evening noise.

Insider tips

Request a room with a high floor and a southeast or southwest orientation for a better view of the city. Take advantage of the hotel's secure parking, which is available for guests and has designated areas for electric vehicle charging.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Hotel Facilities — Marco Polo Ortigas

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Wi-Fi

free in all rooms and public areas, speeds up to 100 Mbps, no login constraints

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Lift / Elevator

serves all floors, including historic wings

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Media & Newspapers

complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) and physical newspapers available at the lobby

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Check-in / Check-out

check-in at 2:00 PM, early check-in available at PHP 2,500; late check-out until 2:00 PM, PHP 2,500 fee after 2:00 PM

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Baggage Storage

available 24/7, PHP 200 per piece per day

Accessibility

step-free access, wheelchair-accessible entrances, and rooms available upon request

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Parking

on-site valet parking available at PHP 600 per night; nearest public car park at Robinsons Galleria at PHP 300 per day; no EV charging

Fees, Taxes & Deposits

City / tourist tax: PHP 500 per night per person, mandatory and inclusive of 12% VAT

Deposit & card hold: PHP 3,000 as deposit and PHP 3,000 as incidentals, to be settled upon check-in

Faith & Dietary Nearby

  • Church: St. Joseph the Worker Chapel (633 m · ~8 min walk)
  • Church: Chapel of the Eucharistic Lord (876 m · ~11 min walk)
  • Church: The Feast Shangri-la Plaza (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
  • Church: Stella Orientis Oratory (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)

Local Lifestyle & Recreation

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Museums & Galleries

Meralco Museum — 818 m · ~10 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Meralco Theater — 548 m · ~7 min walk

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Kids & Family

Kidzoona — 198 m · ~2 min walk

5-Minute Radius Essentials

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Nearest ATM

BPI — 80 m · ~1 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Watsons — 123 m · ~2 min walk

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Convenience Store

Uncle John's — 96 m · ~1 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Shaw Boulevard — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk

Money & Currency

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Local currency

Philippine Peso, PHP

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange at the airport and tourist bureaux due to poor rates and high fees.

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Cards & contactless

Cards accepted at major malls, hotels, and chain restaurants; smaller eateries and market stalls prefer cash; contactless payments are limited but growing.

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Tipping etiquette

Not mandatory but appreciated; round up fares for tricycles/taxis, leave 10% at mid-range restaurants, and give 20-50 PHP for hotel staff services.

Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget

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Cheap coffee

Brewed coffee from local bakeries or roadside stalls: around 30-60 PHP.

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Best-value lunch

Rice-and-ulam (viand) combo at a carinderia: 50-80 PHP for a filling meal.

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Affordable dinner

Grilled pork or chicken with rice at a weekend night market: 80-120 PHP per main.

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Street food & cheap eats

Kapasigan and the vicinity of Pasig Cathedral have pop-up street food stalls after dark; try isaw (chicken intestines) and fish balls for 5-20 PHP each.

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Budget groceries

Savemore and Puregold are common budget supermarkets in the 1605 area.

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Affordable clothes

Ukay-ukay (thrift) shops near Pasig Public Market offer very cheap second-hand clothing; new cheap basics at SM Department Store.

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Cheapest way around

Jeepney rides (12-15 PHP) are the cheapest way around; from the airport, take a P2P bus to Ayala then jeepney to Pasig (total under 100 PHP), or book a shared van via Grab for around 200-300 PHP.

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Money-saving tips

1. Eat at carinderias or public markets instead of malls. 2. Use jeepneys and tricycles over taxis or Grab. 3. Buy water in 1-litre sachets from sari-sari stores (less than 10 PHP) rather than bottled water from convenience stores.

Emergency Contacts

Pasig
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Police
117
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Ambulance / Medical
911 or 117
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Fire Department
160

Pasig local police station: (02) 8642-0035; Pasig City Hall hotline: 163

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Starbucks Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Phò Bac vietnamese
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
3
Zhu Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Pancake House Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Pasig, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Marco Polo Ortigas

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · BPI — 80 m · ~1 min walkpharmacy · Watsons — 123 m · ~2 min walk

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Getting Around

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Not Applicable

💡 The Philippines has no tram system. Use jeepneys or tricycles for short 1-3km hops in Pasig. Jeepney from MRT Ortigas station to hotel costs 9-13 PHP.

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MRT-3 (from Taft to Ortigas) 15 PHP (train) + 250 PHP (EDSA bus/taxi)

Taft Avenue station (via EDSA Bus Carousel or taxi from airport) → Ortigas MRT station (3-min walk to hotel)

90 min · Every 3-8 mins · 5:30am-10:30pm

💡 Avoid during peak 7-9am / 5-8pm – shoulder-to-shoulder. Tap a stored-value Beep card at entry. From airport, take a taxi to EDSA-Ortigas bus stop, then MRT one stop north.

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P2P Bus (NAIA to Ortigas) 150 PHP

NAIA Terminal 3 bus bay → Robinsons Galleria (Ortigas)

60 min · Every 30-45 mins · 5am-10pm

💡 Limited luggage space; fine for backpack or one suitcase. Drop-off at Robinsons Galleria is a 5-min walk from MAXX Hotel. Exact change required.

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Airport Taxi (NAIA to MAXX Hotel) 350-500 PHP

Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) → MAXX Hotel Ortigas (Julia Vargas Ave.)

45 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Use the official airport coupon system at the taxi counter. Avoid touts outside arrivals. Trip takes longer (up to 1.5h) in rush hour 7-9am or 5-8pm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best rooms at Marco Polo Ortigas?

For the best experience at the Marco Polo Ortigas, request a room on the higher floors (above 20th floor) to minimize potential traffic noise from Meralco Avenue and the nearby EDSA highway. The hotel has 34 floors, so floors 21 and above should provide a quieter stay.

Which rooms should I avoid at Marco Polo Ortigas?

Rooms near the service entrance (usually floors 1-5) may experience noise from delivery and service staff, and rooms near the lifts (elevator floors) may have more noise from guests and staff activity.

Is Marco Polo Ortigas noisy?

Guests may experience some noise from the nearby highway and Meralco Avenue, especially during rush hour. Additionally, being in Pasig, the hotel is close to several bars and restaurants, which may generate some evening noise.

Which rooms have the best views at Marco Polo Ortigas?

Rooms with a southeast or southwest orientation (facing the Ortigas business district or the Pasig River) may offer views of the city skyline. However, be aware that the hotel's Meralco Avenue address means that high-rise buildings and highways may obstruct some views.

What are insider tips for staying at Marco Polo Ortigas?

Request a room with a high floor and a southeast or southwest orientation for a better view of the city. Take advantage of the hotel's secure parking, which is available for guests and has designated areas for electric vehicle charging.

What time is check-in at Marco Polo Ortigas?

Check-in at Marco Polo Ortigas is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Marco Polo Ortigas have Wi-Fi?

free in all rooms and public areas, speeds up to 100 Mbps, no login constraints

Is there a city or tourist tax at Marco Polo Ortigas?

PHP 500 per night per person, mandatory and inclusive of 12% VAT

Where can I eat cheaply near Marco Polo Ortigas?

Rice-and-ulam (viand) combo at a carinderia: 50-80 PHP for a filling meal.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Marco Polo Ortigas?

Jeepney rides (12-15 PHP) are the cheapest way around; from the airport, take a P2P bus to Ayala then jeepney to Pasig (total under 100 PHP), or book a shared van via Grab for around 200-300 PHP.

Top Attractions in Pasig

Casa Real (Old Municipal Hall) Free

💡 Tours are free but need to be booked through the Pasig tourism office in advance. The building's Art Deco details are best seen from the mezzanine.

Pasig City Museum Free

💡 Visit on a weekday morning to avoid school groups. Ask the guard to unlock the rooftop for a view of the river.

Sta. Clara de Montefalco Parish Church Free

💡 Visit during 6am mass for the full acoustic experience—the choir sings without microphones. The bell tower climb costs 20 pesos but requires good knees.

Rainbow Park (Kapitolyo) Free

💡 Best at dawn or dusk when the lights hit the painted benches. Bring a water bottle—the only vendor closes by 4pm.

Pasig River Esplanade Free

💡 Start at the Rainforest Park end and walk towards the Rizal Bridge—the sunset reflections off the water are striking. Mosquito repellent essential after 5pm.

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