This pension house near the Malate Church is a favorite of US Peace Corps volunteers.
There is a shaded patio that offers protection from the sun if you want to eat outdoors. It's really nice on hot days!
Guys that have Filipina girlfriends are not encouraged to stay here because there is a strong Catholic influence in the management and they do not want to be a short time place for people that have just left the bars in the area.
Manila is not a budget destination anymore unless you choose to stay at the low end local pension houses which often refuse foreigners just to avoid the hassle.
Gabby seems to be a down to earth type of guy and has an accommodating style.
His staff has gotten more efficient over the years and they speak fairly good English.
There is a basketball court and off street parking available but check with Gabby for availability.
Dorm room - 400 peso
Rooms with fan - outside cr are 900 pesos.
Rooms with fan - inside cr are 1,000 pesos
AC Rooms - 1,400 pesos
Pension Natividad
Gabby De Leon
1690 M.H. del Pilar
Malate, Manila 1004
Philippines