El Cielito InnvsManila Lotus Hotel
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, El Cielito Inn scores marginally higher than Lotus Garden Hotel. El Cielito Inn is ranked #36 in Manila with approval from 2 publications like Lonely Planet, Rough Guide.
El Cielito Inn
 Lonely Planet
 Rough Guide
804 Arnaiz Ave, Makati, Luzon, Philippines
From $65/night
- Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 - Restaurant
 - Free Parking
 
 "If you want to be near the Ayala Centre malls but don’t want to pay five-star rates, this is your obvious choice... Rooms have little things that matter like desks and ample bathroom counter space." Full review
 "Small but clean glass-fronted mid-range hotel close to Makati’s malls, with modern, carpeted a/c rooms and a coffee shop." 
Manila Lotus Hotel
 Rough Guide
 Lonely Planet
1227 A. Mabini St., Manila, Luzon 1000, Philippines
From $36/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 
 "Swish modern rooms, excellent location and decent buffet breakfast make this chain hotel a good deal – book online for the best rates." 
 "An impressive midranger with a glamorous curved staircase... As you rise through the price range you gain light and amenities such as a kitchen. Extras include a gym." Full review