The mall was clean and pleasant to stroll and do some shopping. There are a medium amount of retail…read moreshops. Several cute coffee shops are also located on the upper levels and would be a good place to take a break and enjoy a Cappuccino. There are restaurants not only on the lower level but in the upper levels as well. A movie theater is located at the top level. Security check are located at all entry points. Highly recommend all guests staying at the Hilton Manila to take a walk to see this lovely mall.

Glitzy Shopping Mall in Pasay [MANILA Philippines]…read more Across the NAIA Terminal 3 is the Newport World Resorts and this very nice mall with high-end shops for the high rollers and the jet-setters. Maybe I'm exaggerating a little bit but the stores do look fancy: Longines, Pandora, LaCoste, Tissot, Bocu, Marks & Spencer. Honestly I wasn't paying much attention to the shops but more of the restaurants like Wolfgang's Steakhouse. There is also a casino and a movie theater inside the mall. I like this mall also because not only is it pleasing to the eyes but it's less crowded. If you have a lot of money to blow by all means shop till you drop, otherwise, I prefer dropping my money at the Mall of Asia (or even Divisoria) LoL Instagram: @newportmall_ Review #3304

So it's been 17 years since last went to the Philippines, and I didn't know what to expect…read more What a pleasant surprise it was when my parents and I checked in to the Airbnb and we find out that the Venice Grand Canal Mall was just across the street. I spent a lot of time here. As soon as you walk into the mall, it doesn't feel like you're in the Philippines anymore. The canal was nice to see during the day and at night. You can even take a gondola through the canal. They also have an area where you can feed pigeons seeds. They have a lot of the stores and the restaurants that we have in the US. I was joking around saying that I traveled 7200 miles to eat at a Denny's in the Philippines. Lol. And you know I had to hit up the Uniqlo here! Will I be back? Of course. Especially if I stay at the same Airbnb. I'll see you when I see you Venice Grand Canal Mall!

The Venice Grand Canal Mall is a large lifestyle center located in Taguig, Philippines…read more The Venice Grand Canal Mall should be viewed within the context of a master planned development. Encircling this mall are apartments, condos and office towers. The mall offers a lot: a supermarket; bookstores; fast food and casual dining restaurants; a multi-screen movie theater; spaces for dance and play--and a lot of retail shopping. You can also buy tickets for a gondola ride or rent a swan boat. This location provided an opportunity for me to people watch; examine products and brands unfamiliar to me; and to price compare goods in the PHL, versus back home. It was interesting.

I had accidentally placed an order online noticing that their prices were double of what I could…read morefind on Amazon. I contacted them immediately to cancel my order and they refused to refund it to my original payment method and only to store credit even though the item was literally just purchased and no processing or shipping was done. I told them I'd refuse the package as well but they shipped it regardless. Extremely shady business practice.

This was the High End Mall, before all the other High End Malls appeared. And to this day, it…read moreretains a lot of the class and style that defined it as THE mall of choice of Manila's elite. Rustans is special because they were handpicking and curating the vendors and suppliers for a sensible, classy experience even before curation became a thing. And that's probably why Rustans has remained relevant. While other malls and department stores are content with featuring whoever and whatever, stepping inside Rustans was an experience in itself. If you had the scratch to spend on a place like this, you could step out of there in style. The men's section in particular gives you the whole "Manly and Classy" vibe that is just almost impossible to find nowadays. An amazing, amazing place.

Bastos yung security guard dito (Castillo). Yung security ng tao d niya seneseryoso. Bara bara mga…read morechexk ng bag tapos pinipili niya lang. tamad na tamad mag work. Galit pa pag sinita kung bakit d niya chenichwck lahat ng pumapasok. Encountered today October 20, 2025 sa may KFC entrance siya naka assigned around 2:10PM

From the outside and from its very location, not too many people would be eager to go shopping a…read morethe Metro Point Mall. Not when the humongous Mall of Asia is just a few blocks away. There is, however, one good thing about Metro Point which may not be appreciated by shoppers. The place is managed by Ayala Malls, which means that one can expect it to be professionally managed, A visit to this place will confirm this. It may be crowded compared to all other malls, but it is also quite secure. Ayala has long been known to place a premium on security to ensure the safety of its clients. This is easier said than done, considering that Metro Point Mall is located at the Pasay Rotonda, which not too long ago was a no man's land where safety was concerned. You also know that this is an Ayala managed mall because it has one of those pay toilets at the second floor. Some people consider this unfair, so for those who think that paying P10 for the one-time use of a toilet is a bit much, there's a regular free toilet at the ground floor. Metro Point also has access to the MRT for those heading for destinations along EDSA, and the LRT for those heading for Taft Avenue destinations, all the way to Monumento in Caloocan City. This mall may be small, but its clean besides being safe. It has the usual fastfood joints, of course, plus shops for clothes, shoes and electronics.

One, if not the most beloved SM branch in the country for me, is, SM Quiapo. It is actually one of…read morethe two Outlet Stores of SM. It is still one of the best kept secrets in Manila because its hidden in the streets of Quiapo and it's a haven for bargain hunters. Most, if not all, of the sale items in different SM stores that weren't bought are delivered here. From clothes to toys to appliances and even school supplies, SM Quiapo offers its clientele the orange to red tags, denoting that original prices are marked down. One of the nicest polo shirts I bought came from this store. Originally priced at Php799, I bought it for only Php250! A pair of running shorts and a gray undershirt cost me only Php 150. It packs a lot of people especially during weekends but come on an early morning weekday and the store has a few buyers. A tip for everyone: Learn to ask for the cheapest racks for clothes, anyway, you wouldn't go here if you are not looking for quality and cheap clothes.

For starters, I don't know why this place is called SM Department Store Quiapo when in fact it's…read morelocated in Sta Cruz, very near the Carriedo station of the LRT. Maybe Henry Sy prefers to keep it this way. The story of SM's growth from mere shoe store in the '60s to the biggest department store chain in the country begins near this branch. The original SM was located a few meters away but the building where it was located has seen better days. This SM is known as a clearance outlet and I've known for the longest time that it's one of the best places in town to buy imported chocolates. For several Christmases, I bought assorted chocolates here to give to my family, friends and office mates. A friend who worked briefly for SM tipped me off about this branch. He told me that some items were being sold below cost. Now what can be a bigger deal than that? In my latest visit, the bargain sweets were still there, and I hope they will be for as long as there's an SM. I've also bought small items here in the past and was not surprised that the prices are not too far off from the sidewalk vendors outside. Since the place is comfortably air-conditioned, it's also a nice place to cool off and shop at the same time. Of all the SM department stores inside their malls, this place definitely has the lowest prices. That's saying a lot because SM already has a reputation for having the best prices in town.

I can't remember how many times I've been to the Landmark since I moved to Manila. I guess it was…read morethe first store my husband showed me. I remember that entering there was like a baptism, a début. I could almost hear the voice over: "Welcome, Danyella! This is the one and only Landmark! Here you'll find EVERYTHING you may need from now on. And for a cheaper price!". Did I say EVERYTHING? Yes, because that's exactly the feeling you have when you enter the Landmark. I just cannot decide where to look at. All products catch my attention. It's crazy. I'll give you a short list of what I already bought there, so you can feel the vibe: a Hello Kitty towel as a monito monita gift; a beautiful tea pot; maternity clothes; comfortable shoes; baby onesies; underwear; step ladders to reach high shelves; cute notebooks; toiletries; Instax instant film; scarfs; bags; a wallet; table linens and much more items. Oh, and I can't forget to mention the grocery. It's cheaper than Rustan's and even SM and you can find great variety. TIP: They sell Santis's meats and cold cuts at Landmark! I highly recommend it because of the quality. It's great to have this facility, so I don't have to split my grocery list anymore and go to Santis Deli at Rockwell.

So many cutesy butingting, so little room in the house…read more There is a section at the Landmark Department Store that can be considered a haven for hipsters - in that it features products that are shabby chic, and full of typography and graphic designed travel stuff. As you enter from the walkway that connects it to Greenbelt, you'll see the area on travel-inspired designs of notebooks and planners. And then there's the tin-can containers reminiscent of the things we used in the 80s as kids but the design is more English rose country and shabby chic. Still some of the home decor items are of prints and typography that would fit any room occupied by a hipster. Not that I'm a hipster, lol. But they are soooo cute!

I love trips to the grocery. Just the thought of food being inches from my fingertips puts a smile…read moreon my face. Puregold isn't really the type of place I'd be excited to go to, it's not anything fancy nor filled with all kinds of neat imported junk food, but I know it's one of the best when it comes to getting stuff for cheap. When we pay the nearby Puregold a visit, it is always filled to the brim with sari-sari store or mini groceries owners buying products by the box, and you can see that these people are the same faces every weekend - you can really tell that this is the place to shop without dreading the receipt. This is one of the places where my mother doesn't even flinch when she hears my "mom can I get this?" questions.

The size of this mall always means that this can be a great spot to hang out with friends and…read morefamily. I mean, there are so much things you can do to plan out some activities. There are arcades, boba spots, cafes, archery, bakery class, digital art museum, nail salon, hair salon etc and even a sports arena that holds concerts too. We came across a couple of artists promoting music and there was a stage and sound set-up in one of the big spaces. I got to say though, the most recent time I came here I was very grossed out by the strong smell of the ice skating rink!!! It feels as if there isn't enough cleaning done on those ice skate rentals and it totally put off me and the rest of our group from entering in to see the prices. I don't remember the spot stinking so much pre-COVID so that's very unfortunate. It's across from one of the food courts in the mall too. You can eat food of various types!!! Food court options or literal restaurants. I definitely think coming here for two days is best but you can still explore a majority of the mall in one day. I like the security for checking bags upon entry when going into the different buildings. Expect a ton of banks, restaurants and stores. A BIG PLUS. If you are struggling to find a store, ask one of the security personnel inside. They immediately know the directions on where to go and were super impressive in their knowledge!!! The staff here in the Philippines are very courteous and professional. Always a good visit to come here especially to enjoy the AC also.

Lives up to being one of THE malls to visit in the Philippines. Over three levels of dozens of…read morestores, from affordable to high end luxury. The space is so large I stumbled on a basketball tournament happening in the mall to public spectacle! Walking it in one day was doable but most tourists tend to take two days at minimum to see the entire property. There is little to no service within the mall itself and Wifi is spotty so bear that in mind when strolling around. Well maintained and with a gorgeous view of the bay!

Greenhills Shopping Center is one of my favorite shopping mall in the Philippines. I've been going…read moreto this mall since the 80's. It's known for its diverse range of stores and products like clothing, cellular phone sales, repairs and accessories, jewelry store, toys, pearls, souvenir items, restaurants, bars, video arcades, religious facilities and the ever popular tiangge that sells imported and local products for bargain hunters. A lot has changed but it is still one of the most beloved malls in the country.

Bring comfortable shoes. Of course, keep an eye on your belongings. Negotiate. Understand that…read moreeverything here is like the original, and I have found that the anime figurines are worth the value because they look very well constructed. There are a lot of great knickknacks that you can pick up, but I'm not the type of person to go for labels

Located in Ayala Center in Makati, this very popular department store is very well known all around…read moreThe Philippines. Very family friendly place that has a lot to offer. Parking can be found here, but I don't suggest you drive in Manila as traffic can be mentally exhausting. If you have a driver, he will know exactly where to park at SM. The Store is filled with everything you need for yourself, your home, your family, friends, pets. SM is growing with products it's unbelievable! Products are either locally made items to luxury brands from all around the world. From perfumes, cologne, shampoos, conditioners, body lotions. It was a little hard for me to sample something then move on to the next fragrance counter as there is so much to see all around the mall. What was most important is that the Foreign Exchange Counter was found on the Men's Floor of the department store. It was operated by BDO Bank and they offered a very competitive exchange rate. Also In the basement of the mall, you'll find SM Supermarket. They will have all your household items, snacks, food items, anything you forgot to pack for your trip such as toiletries. I honestly can't remember which floor it was, but there is a wing that connects you from SM to Glorietta Mall. It's the floor where one of the coffee shops were located either 2F or 3F. Happy shopping!!!

I'm not from around these parts but I've been to a few SM since my first visit in '88. This place…read moreis so bright. So there is a full sized grocery store here with food stalls lined up after paying at the grocery register. The escalator belt down and up from the grocery allows use of the carts (no escalator steps). There is a home appliance SM center. There is a toy store SM. There is a SM beauty store. Other brand stores are there too. I can go on and on. This will have most of what your looking for all in a multi level SM mall. It is right next to the MRT and other malls in Makati with plenty of parking. Every SM has at least two employees within earshot that'll be able to help at moment's notice.