Crossroads Hostel Manila  

In Mandaluyong, at the heart of Metro Manila's business district. This lime-green backpackers' hostel sits a short drive from Ayala Center and SM Megamall (about 15 minutes), roughly 10 km from SM Mall of Asia and around 6 km from Smart Araneta Coliseum. Ninoy Aquino International Airport can be as close as 15 minutes in light traffic, but allow up to 45 minutes during peak times.

A renovated home turned 30-bed, 6-room dormitory-style hostel with an edgy lime-green vibe. Rooms are soundproofed and air-conditioned, with prefabricated steel double-deck beds that have privacy curtains. The common area doubles as a roomy reception and hangout, and several rooms include flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms are gender-separated and fitted with shower cubicles, water heaters and bidets.

Complimentary Wi-Fi (wireless and LAN), lockers, daily housekeeping, taxi service, on-site convenience store, luggage storage and laundry facilities. Shared kitchen and communal dining make self-catering easy. City-buzz mornings and a comfy common area set the scene for budget travel and backpackers.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout and concierge services. Luggage storage and laundry help with short-stay logistics.

An on-site coffee shop/café for quick bites and a shared/communal kitchen where guests can prepare their own meals.