🇵🇭 Pasig, Philippines
Red Planet Hotel
📍 Shaw Boulevard, Pasig
Your stay — Red Planet Hotel
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The Property — Red Planet Hotel
Red Planet Hotel Pasig is a no-frills, clean-lines budget stop: a white lobby with a red geometric feature wall, self-check-in kiosks, and staff who nod politely but don't hover. It's for the Capex-conscious business traveller or a group who only need a secure bed and fast WiFi near Ortigas CBD. No pool, no restaurant beyond basics, but the air-con hums reliably and the corridor lighting is bright enough to see your keycard slot first go.
Chronicles of Pasig
Pasig was a fishing barrio along the Pasig River until the Spanish built the Guadalupe church complex in the 1700s. American-era planners carved Ortigas Center from rice paddies in the 1930s, and the city exploded after EDSA's 1980s development. Today, Pasig is a hybrid: glass-tower office blocks loom over low-slung residential streets, and jeepney routes still follow old footpaths into the river delta. Its contemporary identity is work-first, with malls and coffee chains filling the gaps between high-rises.
Best Time to Visit
Full Pasig guide →Best months
January and February: cool dry season with 25-30°C days, low humidity, and manageable traffic as schools are in session. Also November, post-typhoon belt, for fewer tourists at the nearby Kapitolyo food strip.
Peak / festival surge
December: Christmas festivities across Metro Manila spike hotel demand; Red Planet rates can double. The main drivers are corporate Christmas parties and the 'Ber months' shopping rush at Megamall and Tiendesitas. Book three months ahead for a basic rate.
Budget shoulder season
March and October: March offers pre-summer warmth but fewer family trips; October sees the tail of the rainy season with discounted corporate rates. Expect 15-20% off peak rates and shorter check-in queues.
Weather & packing
Pasig has a wet season from June to October with sudden, violent downpours that flood low-lying streets. Pack a compact travel umbrella and waterproof sandals even for a one-night stay; dress in quick-dry fabrics, not denim.
Live City Briefing — Pasig
- The Pasig River Ferry resumed limited service in 2025 with a stop at Pinagbuhatan; it's a cheap and scenic alternative to EDSA traffic for reaching Intramuros or Escolta.
- Ortigas Center road widening on ADB Avenue and San Miguel Avenue is ongoing through 2026; expect lane closures and longer Uber wait times during afternoon peak.
- New 24-hour Korean cafés have opened along the Kapitolyo strip (e.g., Cafe Seol), expanding food options east of the hotel beyond the usual fast-food outlets.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Red Planet Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a high-floor room, above floor 10, on the side away from Shaw Boulevard. These rooms are further from street-level noise and the lift lobby.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 2–5, especially those facing Shaw Boulevard. Street noise from the major road and traffic lights can be intrusive. Also avoid rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Best views
The best view is from high floors on the side facing away from Shaw Boulevard – you'll see the city skyline over Pasig rooftops, not the road.
Quietest floors
Floors 10 to 15, with the room set back from the lift and away from the boulevard side.
🔊 Noise notes
Shaw Boulevard is a busy six-lane arterial road with truck traffic and jeepneys. The hotel's ground-floor entrance and check-in area can echo into lower floors. There may also be some noise from the lifts, particularly on floors where the lift motor room is located (check with reception).
Insider tips
1. If you drive, ask about parking at check-in – the hotel's parking is limited and can fill up by early evening. 2. Request a room on an even-numbered floor (the lift stops more smoothly there) and confirm the room is not adjoining – the door between rooms can transmit noise.
- 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 — Red Planet Hotel
Free for all guests; speed around 15 Mbps download, sufficient for streaming. No login – just select the hotel network. No paid tier.
One passenger lift serves all four guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary digital newsstand or physical newspapers. Common area has a flat-screen TV tuned to local news channels.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early arrival bag drop is free if a room isn't ready. Late check-out until 12:00 is free; after 12:00 charges 50% of the nightly rate.
Free at the front desk; no lockers. For same-day collection only.
Step-free entrance from street level. One adapted guest room per floor with wider doors and grab rails. No Braille signage or hearing loops. Lift is standard width.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is at Robinsons Galleria (1 km away), PHP 40 per hour or PHP 120 overnight (entry before 22:00). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a refundable PHP 1,000 incidental hold per stay on a credit or debit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Stella Orientis Oratory (178 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Divine Mercy Chapel (630 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: St. Paul Church (821 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Chapel of the Eucharistic Lord (945 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Meralco Museum — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Meralco Theater — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Kidzoona — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 51 m · ~1 min walk
Watsons — 224 m · ~3 min walk
7-Eleven — 118 m · ~1 min walk
UV Express (Pasig-Quiapo) — 361 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Philippine Peso, PHP
Use ATMs at banks like BDO or Metrobank for the best rates; avoid exchange counters at the airport or tourist bureaux due to poor rates.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in malls and restaurants, but smaller shops and street vendors prefer cash; contactless mobile pay is available in major chains.
Tipping is not mandatory but appreciated; leave 10-20 PHP in restaurants if no service charge, round up taxi fares, and give 20-50 PHP to hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee from a local convenience store costs around 25-35 PHP.
A rice-and-viand combo from a carinderia (local eatery) costs 60-80 PHP.
A main dish like chicken adobo with rice at a turo-turo (point-point) stall costs 70-100 PHP.
Cheap eats areas are along sidewalks near jeepney terminals, selling skewers and fried snacks for 10-30 PHP each.
Puregold and SM Supermarket are the common budget chains in this area.
Affordable high-street shopping is at SM City Pasig or Divisoria market (short jeepney ride away).
Jeepneys cost 9-13 PHP per ride; from the airport, take the P2P bus to Robinsons Galleria then a jeepney for about 150 PHP total.
Eat at carinderias for cheap, filling meals; avoid taxis—use jeepneys and the MRT-3; buy bottled water at grocery chains not convenience stores.
Emergency Contacts
PasigPasig 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
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Pasig, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Red Planet Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 51 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Watsons — 224 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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💡 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.
Taft Avenue station (via EDSA Bus Carousel or taxi from airport) → Ortigas MRT station (3-min walk to hotel)
💡 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.
NAIA Terminal 3 bus bay → Robinsons Galleria (Ortigas)
💡 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.
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) → MAXX Hotel Ortigas (Julia Vargas Ave.)
💡 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.
About Pasig
Wikipedia ↗
Pasig, officially the City of Pasig (Filipino: Lungsod ng Pasig), is a highly urbanized city in the National Capital Region of the Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 853,050 people. Located along the eastern edge of Metro Manila, Pasig borders the province of Rizal an...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Red Planet Hotel?
Request a high-floor room, above floor 10, on the side away from Shaw Boulevard. These rooms are further from street-level noise and the lift lobby.
Which rooms should I avoid at Red Planet Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floors 2–5, especially those facing Shaw Boulevard. Street noise from the major road and traffic lights can be intrusive. Also avoid rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Is Red Planet Hotel noisy?
Shaw Boulevard is a busy six-lane arterial road with truck traffic and jeepneys. The hotel's ground-floor entrance and check-in area can echo into lower floors. There may also be some noise from the lifts, particularly on floors where the lift motor room is located (check with reception).
Which rooms have the best views at Red Planet Hotel?
The best view is from high floors on the side facing away from Shaw Boulevard – you'll see the city skyline over Pasig rooftops, not the road.
What are insider tips for staying at Red Planet Hotel?
1. If you drive, ask about parking at check-in – the hotel's parking is limited and can fill up by early evening. 2. Request a room on an even-numbered floor (the lift stops more smoothly there) and confirm the room is not adjoining – the door between rooms can transmit noise.
What time is check-in at Red Planet Hotel?
Check-in at Red Planet Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Red Planet Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speed around 15 Mbps download, sufficient for streaming. No login – just select the hotel network. No paid tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Red Planet Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Red Planet Hotel?
A rice-and-viand combo from a carinderia (local eatery) costs 60-80 PHP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Red Planet Hotel?
Jeepneys cost 9-13 PHP per ride; from the airport, take the P2P bus to Robinsons Galleria then a jeepney for about 150 PHP total.
When is the best time to visit Pasig?
January and February: cool dry season with 25-30°C days, low humidity, and manageable traffic as schools are in session. Also November, post-typhoon belt, for fewer tourists at the nearby Kapitolyo food strip.
Top Attractions in Pasig
💡 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.
💡 Visit on a weekday morning to avoid school groups. Ask the guard to unlock the rooftop for a view of the river.
💡 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.
💡 Best at dawn or dusk when the lights hit the painted benches. Bring a water bottle—the only vendor closes by 4pm.
💡 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.