Have you ever been to the Manila Hotel? The first time I stepped inside (that I can remember), was back in December 31, 2010. I knew it was a five-star hotel, but I didn’t really know what to expect. Though not modern as hotels nowadays favor, it was grand and decked out in holiday decorations, it was simply magical.<\/p>\n
The Manila Hotel brings out the decorations in full force this year with a Nutcracker holiday theme. Towering Nutcrackers stand among the pillars, while festive decors in red, green and gold dot the hotel interiors. A huge Christmas tree is the focal point of the lobby, with twinkling fairy lights, decked with hundreds of ornaments and topped with an angel.
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Back in 2010, my friends and I were able to snag a great rate for a room for New Year’s Eve. Where better to end the year with a last glimpse of the sun as it sets on Manila Bay and in good company? I’ve been lucky enough to have the opportunity to stay in three, four, and five star hotels. Some lag behind, some really stand out. What stood out for me about the Manila Hotel is its Filipino accents. Maybe I’m just being overly sentimental about the wooden headboards that reminds you of home, the lattice work on the closet doors, or the local crafts that you see around the room. Whatever it is, it does bring on the nostalgia.<\/p>\n