Accelera8 is one of the many co-working spaces cropping up in Metro Manila, particularly in Makati…read more While co-working is a relatively new concept in the Philippines, it is fast-becoming a great way to get work done. Whether you're a startup company that can't afford commercial spaces for an office yet or a freelancer who just needs a quiet area with fast, reliable internet, Acceler8 is a great option to rent seats for a day, a week, a month or even longer. Coffee is free-flowing, printing and copying services come are free of charge and the people are friendly and the space is creative and is conducive to get the work done.

I tried out The Office Project when I needed time away from the home office. The people who run…read morethis place were not there but, the staff was accommodating. The space is very new! It's one big sharing space. I stayed in one of the nest nooks because, at the time, I was in no mood to talk or mingle. Also, there were only 2 other guys who were there. So, we had the whole place to ourselves! The rates are the usual rates you'd get in a co-working space in Makati (Php100 per hour). They do have a cheaper rate for students though (For the full rates, please check the photos I uploaded). What is included is dedicated WiFi access, unlimited brewed coffee, use of the pantry + a desk & chair. The only big downside about this working space is that it is very difficult to get to and you really feel boxed in. It's not so quiet either because there is construction happening nearby.

The Regus staff in Marco Polo are pleasant, professional and client-centric in their approach to…read moreservice. I have used this facility twice already and both visits were very productive for me because a) the WiFi was fast and b) the area was very quiet even though the ThinkPod area was fully occupied. I always have a good experience with Regus. The staff is always there to help you. For me, if you are looking for a place to work in the Ortigas area, this is the best place to get work done. If you are not a member, they also offer a daily ThinkPod rate.

When the WiFi sucks and I just need to get work done, instead of heading to a coffee shop, I now…read morehead straight to Regus. It's my go-to shared office/co-working space when I just need WiFi + unlimited coffee (and I don't usually drink coffee!). Do you need an office for a few months? a day? an hour? They have plans to fit any budget. What I like most about Regus is that they have 21 locations in Metro Manila. What does this mean? With my monthly membership, I can go to any of these locations and use the common area or ThinkPods. That is very convenient for me (especially with all the traffic nowadays!). Whenever I take a break, I walk around the center for a bit. There are members who have individual offices, small room arrangements, and some very nice semi-permanent arrangements. Of course, the semi-permanent offices are closed for privacy and the front desk takes calls for them. Regus 8Rockwell, so far, is my favorite because of the location and flow of the office. Plus, there are many food options in the area. Oh, their coffee machine is amazing! :D

I was looking for a working space and came across One Global Place. The building is very modern and…read moreis the base for a lot of small/medium businesses but some floors are dedicated to working spaces (8th and 20th if I am not mistaken). Very clean, great WiFi and unlimited tea and coffee! Only bad side is that you have to pay extra to print things (quite pricey actually) but they often have meet up events tot network with the other offices, which is nice and the IT guy is always around to help!

As I have been going to the Regus offices at the fort, I thought I'd try the one in Makati too as I…read morewas in the area for a meeting. Unexpectedly, this is not as spacious as the one at the fort, although the staff is extremely friendly and the ambience professional. I would suggest getting there by 8 am latest if you want to find a desk space so, definitely not the right place if you're not an early bird! I think I'll stick to the Regus in the fort myself :D

I live very near the Ortigas area and I usually do my work in various cafes. Well, as you may know…read morethe reliability of the internet/WiFi here, there ar time when it just doesn't work out for me for a myriad of reasons. My problems range from the spotty wi-fi, no printer/scanners, loud noises while trying to make a phone call, no noise while trying to make a phone call, fear of getting my stuff stolen when I need to have a restroom break. The list goes on and on! Enter A Clean and Well-Lighted Place, all those reasons went out the door. I literally dropped by their space one day after the cafe I was working in lost their WiFi connection. Annoyed and frustrated, I used my last bit of 3G to search for a co-working space near me. Their site popped up and I started walking. I arrive on the 27th floor and saw the clearly lit signage! The place is, yes, very well-lit and it's quite spacious. Since I was a walk-in, I didn't need my own private space and there is more than enough space here to get my work done. They have conference rooms and a pantry with a very good coffee machine. I loved that it was quiet but not "library quiet". What impressed me the most is the WiFi connection! Holy Moly! It was so fast! I felt so efficient and productive. Too bad I already arrived pretty late in the afternoon. Seriously, having steady, fast WiFi does wonders with getting work done. Loved it! Right now, the rate is Php100 per hour even though you plan to stay the whole day. But, with their WiFi and location in Ortigas, it's reasonable especially if I really really need to get work done!

Whenever I have people ask me where they can stay in the Vito Cruz-Taft area, I have one usual…read moreanswer: 2470 Dominga Dormitory. As their name suggests, the dorm is located in 2470 Dominga Street, just a stone's throw away from St. Scholastica, Benilde, and DLSU. The word "dormitory" may conjure images of substandard housing with shared bathrooms and dimly-lit rooms, but that's not at all the case for this one. In fact, what sets them apart is their hotel type accommodations. There are rooms for two, four, or more; as well as student lounges; and other common spaces. The best part is that their rates are quite friendly! For transients, last year's rate was Php 700/night for a room for two that comes with its own bathroom! This dormitory is open for both long-term occupants and transients. It's walking distance to the Vito Cruz LRT station, to the three schools earlier mentioned, and to various commercial establishments. Oh, and might I just add: It doesn't flood along Dominga Street, so this is a great place to live in!