The Southern Cross Hotel Manila, Manila ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1125 M.H. Del Pilar St., Manila, Philippines, 1000

The Southern Cross Hotel Manila is a 3-star establishment located in Ermita, featuring a restaurant and bar, along with free Wi-Fi in public areas. It is a short drive from notable attractions like Rizal Park and Intramuros.

Rooms & Amenities

Guests can choose from 25 air-conditioned rooms equipped with refrigerators, minibars, and cable TV. Each room includes a private bathroom with a shower, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Dining & Nearby Options

The Southern Cross Hotel Manila features a bar serving Australian and international food, with a live band performing most nights. Nearby dining options include Royal Korean Restaurant and Cowboy Grill, both within 0.3 miles.

Leisure & Services

Recreational amenities include a nightclub and billiards available at the bar. The hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and has a travel office for excursion bookings.

Local Attractions & Transportation

Manila hotel locations like the National Museum of the Philippines and Intramuros are easily accessible, being 1 miles and 1 miles away, respectively. Public transportation options nearby include Recto and Legarda subway stations within walking distance.

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Manila 1.5 km

Airports

Ninoy Aquino International (MNL) 10.0 km

Clark International (CRK) 95.8 km

Train

Ayala MRT Station 6.2 km

Buendia MRT Station 6.6 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Bag Handling Service

“I really appreciated the bag handling service; they kept my luggage safe when my flight was delayed, allowing me to explore the area without worry.” view full review

Delicious Fish & Chips

“The food was surprisingly good! I had the fish and chips, which were generously portioned and reasonably priced, making for a good dining experience.” view full review

Comfortable Air Conditioning

“The newly fitted air conditioning unit in my room worked wonders, keeping the space cool and comfy without much noise throughout my stay.” view full review

Convenient Mini Bar

“The room's fridge was a great touch! It allowed me to store some drinks and snacks, making my stay even more enjoyable and convenient.” view full review

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Room features

Air conditioning
In-room safe

Media

Television

Location

1125 M.H. Del Pilar St., Manila, Philippines, 1000

Map view

1125 M.H. Del Pilar St., Manila, Philippines, 1000

City landmarks

Church

San Agustin Church

1.6 km

Bonifacio Dr & Padre Burgos St

Intramuros

1.8 km

Square

Fort Santiago

2.3 km

Padre Burgos Ave

National Museum of Anthropology

1.1 km

Church

San Sebastian Church

2.5 km

Church

The Minor Basilica and Metropolitan Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

1.9 km

Museum

National Museum of the Philippines

1.4 km

Public Building

Manila City Hall

1.9 km

Roxas Boulevard

1.1 km

Shopping Area

Robinsons Place Mall

910 m

Park

Paco Park

1.3 km

Church

Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene

2.3 km

Museum

Casa Manila

1.6 km

Public Building

Malacanang Palace

2.4 km

Roxas Boulevard

Centennial Clock

680 m

Amusement Park

Star City

2.6 km

Padre Burgos Ave Ermita

National Museum

1.4 km

Museum

National Museum of Natural History

880 m

Shopping Area

SM City Manila

1.8 km

52 Sampaguita Rd

Yexel's Toy Museum

690 m

Padre Burgos Drive National Museum

Planetarium

670 m

Zoo

Manila Zoo

2.0 km

Roxas Blvd

Plaza Rajah Sulayman

1.3 km

368 Sta. Lucia

Baluarte de San Diego

1.7 km

Nearby

Park

Rizal Park

570 m

Roxas Boulevard

Museo Pambata

400 m

Monument

Rizal Monument

510 m

Roxas Blvd

Manila Bay

180 m

Museum

Money Museum

300 m

Maria Orosa Street corner Padre Burgos Street

Japanese Garden

450 m

Restaurants

Yellow cab pizza co

220 m

Lot 4 Block 322 U. N. Cor. Roxas Blvd

Pizza Hut Ermita

190 m

# 1212 M.H. del Pilar cor. Arquiza St

Chowking

340 m

Corner A. Mabini and Padre Faura Streets Ermita

Chic Boy ERMITA

400 m

533

Niro pizza restaurant

470 m

1313 Adriatico St. Ermita

Gayyah's

670 m

Padre Faura St. corner M. H. Del Pilar St. Ermita

Greenwich

850 m

Corner Taft and United Nations Avenue Ground Floor

Burger King

860 m

1st Level

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

7.8

Location

7.8

Service

8.2

Dining

7.2

Jeff

United States, June 2024

8.0/10

The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms at a reasonable price, with friendly staff and a great location for exploring historic sites and shopping in Ermita. The dining options are good and affordable, though the facilities could use some improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very clean and large, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful with all guest requests.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location in Ermita is convenient, with nearby restaurants, bars, and stores within easy walking distance.

Dining

7.0

The dining options offered good, cheap, and fresh meals, including home-made muffins.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities provided were adequate for a comfortable stay.

Mark

United States, May 2024

6.8/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were kept clean and tidy each day, which was great after late nights out at the nearby bars. However, the water pressure in my room was a major issue that needs urgent attention to avoid complaints from guests.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were acceptable and cleaned daily, which was convenient after late nights out in the area. However, the water pressure was a notable drawback.

Service

8.0

The staff provided a friendly service with great Australian food options at reasonable prices. However, there were some uncomfortable situations when certain inquiries were made, implying potential inappropriate services.

Location

6.0

The hotel is located in a small but functional area, suitable for visiting historic sites and the Robinson Shopping Center. It's a decent location for both local and international experiences, but more suitable for short trips.

Dining

7.0

The dining options offered good, cheap, and fresh food, which was a positive aspect.

Facilities

6.0

There was a lack of exciting amenities compared to pricier options in the area.

Alan

United States, May 2024

7.8/10

My stay at Southern Cross Hotel was a pleasant experience overall. The rooms, though recently refurbished and equipped with a modern split aircon system, were clean and tidy. The service from the friendly and helpful staff added to the enjoyable atmosphere. The hotel's prime location in Ermita, close to key attractions, was a definite highlight. However, the dining options were limited, and the price for certain amenities was a bit high.

Rooms

8.0

I stayed in a backside room with a modern split aircon system that worked quietly and cooled decently. The room was neat, tidy, and clean with all basic amenities provided.

Service

9.0

The service from the staff, especially in the bar and restaurant, was first-class. The bar staff were friendly, creating a lovely atmosphere.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location in Ermita is one of its best attributes, with easy access to key places either by walking or a short ride away. However, the area's development status makes walking a bit hazardous.

Dining

7.0

Dining options were available at an additional cost starting from 1500 PESOS a night. The meals on offer were good, cheap, and fresh, featuring dishes like shabu shabu.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel's facilities are decent, catering to basic needs adequately.

Charles

United States, October 2023

7.0/10

My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The rooms were clean, although a bit dimly lit, starting at 1500 PESOS per night, inclusive of breakfast for one, and facing the streets. The service had its ups and downs with friendly bar staff but lacking in some professional aspects. The location was very convenient for exploring the city, with easy access to key attractions, albeit with some maintenance issues on the streets. The dining options were not included but offered good, fresh choices. The facilities were adequate with room for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean but could use more lighting.

Service

6.0

The service was a mix of friendly bar staff and some professionalism lapses.

Location

8.0

The location was very convenient for exploring the city with various attractions nearby.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were good and fresh but not included in the stay.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were average and could be improved.

John

United States, June 2023

8.4/10

I couldn't be happier with my stay at this hotel! The rooms were impeccable and came at a great value for the price I paid. Everything was neat, tidy, and had all the basic amenities I needed. The service was top-notch, the bar staff were incredibly friendly, and the atmosphere was just lovely. The location was very convenient, with plenty of key places within walking distance or a short ride away. However, the developing country setting did present some dangers with uneven pavements. The dining experience was good, though not included in the price, and the grilled cheese was a tasty option. The facilities were excellent, meeting all my needs during my stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms had been fitted excellently with hardly any noise, and the value for the price paid was exceptional. Neat, tidy, and clean with all the basic amenities provided.

Service

9.0

The service was first class, with incredibly friendly bar staff and a lovely atmosphere.

Location

8.0

The location was very, very good, with key places within easy reach by walking or short rides. However, the developing country setting had some dangerous spots.

Dining

7.0

The dining was good but not included in the price. The options were satisfactory, and the grilled cheese was a nice choice.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch and enhanced my overall experience.