Quick facts: Diamond Hotel Philippines at a glance
Star rating | 5-star |
Total rooms | 480 guest rooms |
Location | Roxas Boulevard corner Dr. J. Quintos Street, Malate, Manila |
Room types | Deluxe King/Twin, Deluxe Regency, Premier Floor, Diamond Club, Executive Suite, Presidential Suite |
Signature dining | Corniche (all-day buffet and à la carte), Yurakuen Japanese Restaurant, Bar27, Poolside Bar, Lobby Lounge |
Standout facilities | Outdoor pool and whirlpool, Health Club and Spa, Diamond Ballroom (up to 700 guests) |
Check-in / Check-out | 2:00 PM / 12:00 NN |
Nearby landmarks | Rizal Park, Manila Bay, Intramuros, US Embassy |
Diamond Hotel Philippines is a 5-star hotel on Roxas Boulevard with 480 guest rooms, several dining outlets including the well-known Corniche buffet, and a prime spot for watching the Manila Bay sunset.
Diamond Hotel Philippines: property snapshot
Diamond Hotel Philippines Pool
Amenities/What's Included:
✅ Outdoor pool and whirlpool
✅ Health Club and Spa (gym, sauna, massage)
✅ Corniche restaurant and buffet
✅ Complimentary Wi-Fi in guestrooms and public areas
✅ Diamond Ballroom and Events Lounge for functions
💬 What Travelers Say: One guest who booked on Klook says, "Always a classic. We booked three rooms for my senior dad, my senior uncle and aunt, and for me and my husband. The hotel graciously allowed us to check in early... and accommodated a late checkout... Breakfast was, as always, very good." Another said, "Had a great experience staying in this hotel, great food at Corniche restaurant."
📍Address: Roxas Boulevard, corner Dr. J. Quintos Street, Malate, Manila 1000, Philippines
🔑Check-in: 2:00 PM
🧳 Check-out: 12:00 NN
What makes Diamond Hotel Philippines a 5-star favorite on Manila Bay?
Diamond Hotel Philippines has held its spot as one of Manila's classic 5-star addresses for decades, and its Roxas Boulevard location is the main reason why. The hotel faces Manila Bay directly, which means west-facing rooms and the rooftop bar both get a front-row seat to the sunset the boulevard is famous for.
Diamond Hotel leans classic rather than trendy, with a lobby and public areas designed around a garden view and a rock formation waterfall. Repeat guests, including families booking multiple rooms for a multi-generational trip, are common here, and the hotel is known for accommodating early check-in and late check-out requests when it can.
How many rooms does Diamond Hotel Philippines have?
Diamond Hotel Philippines Room
Diamond Hotel Philippines has 480 guest rooms across six categories: Deluxe King and Twin, Deluxe Regency, Premier Floor, Diamond Club, Executive Suite, and Presidential Suite.
Here's how the room categories compare:
Room Type | Bed Setup | Good For |
|---|---|---|
Deluxe King/Twin | King (72" x 80") or Twin (54" x 80") | First-time guests, couples, families needing twin beds |
Deluxe Regency | Garden or bay-facing | Guests wanting a quieter, upgraded deluxe room |
Premier Floor | Higher floor, upgraded view | Travelers who want a better view without booking a suite |
Diamond Club (King/Regency) | 24th–26th floor, lounge access included | Business travelers wanting lounge breakfast, afternoon tea, and evening graze |
Executive Suite | Corner suite with separate living room and study | Longer stays, small meetings in-room |
Presidential Suite | Full dining and living area | Special occasions, VIP stays |
Diamond Hotel Philippines runs seasonal room packages rather than one fixed rack rate, so what you pay depends heavily on the promo running at the time. All Deluxe Room bookings already include a continental breakfast at Corniche, two-device Wi-Fi, and access to the pool and Health Club, so it's worth checking what's bundled in before comparing prices across booking sites.
Where to eat: Corniche and other dining spots at Diamond Hotel Philippines'
Corniche at Diamond Hotel Philippines
Corniche is the hotel's main restaurant, set at the lobby level with a garden view and a small waterfall backdrop. It's open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM and seats around 200 guests, running as an à la carte restaurant for most of the day with scheduled breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffets layered on top.
Corniche’s latest rates:
Meal | Day(s) | Price (PHP, net per person) |
Breakfast Buffet | Daily | 1,538 |
Lunch Buffet | Weekdays | 2,990 |
Lunch Buffet | Saturday | 3,180 |
Sunday Barbecue Lunch | Sunday | 3,580 |
Dinner Buffet | Monday–Wednesday, Sunday | 3,180 |
Themed Thai Dinner Buffet | Thursday | 3,988 |
Themed Seafood Dinner Buffet | Friday | 3,988 |
Themed Surf-and-Turf Dinner Buffet | Saturday | 3,988 |
Note: Prices may change without notice, so confirm current rates directly with the hotel before your visit.
Beyond Corniche, Diamond Hotel Philippines has a handful of other outlets worth knowing about:
- Yurakuen Japanese Restaurant 🍣 – teppanyaki tables and a sushi counter with a tropical garden view, a common pick for couples and small groups.
- Bar27 🍸 – the 27th-floor sky bar, best for evening drinks with a panoramic view over Manila Bay.
- Poolside Bar 🍹 – light bites and drinks right by the outdoor pool.
- Lobby Lounge ☕ – casual coffee and all-day snacks near the entrance.
If you're staying in a Diamond Club room, note that breakfast, afternoon tea, and an evening graze spread are served separately at the Diamond Club Lounge on the executive floors, so club guests have the option to skip Corniche entirely for those meals.
Amenities and facilities at Diamond Hotel Philippines
Conference Room at Diamond Hotel Philippines
This is a hotel built with both leisure travelers and business guests in mind, so the amenity list covers both.
For recreation, there's an outdoor swimming pool with an adjoining outdoor whirlpool, plus the on-site Health Club and Spa, which includes a gym for cardio and strength training along with sauna and massage services. It's a solid setup if you want to fit in a workout or unwind after a flight without leaving the property.
For events and business travel, the Diamond Ballroom is the headline venue, holding up to 700 guests and splitting into three separate function rooms when a smaller layout is needed. The hotel also runs a dedicated Events Lounge with on-site events managers, making it a workable option for weddings, conferences, and corporate functions in Manila. Meeting rooms with standard business equipment round out the offering for smaller corporate bookings.
Location: Malate, Rizal Park, and Manila Bay at your doorstep
Diamond Hotel Philippines sits right on the boundary of Malate and Ermita, two of Manila's most walkable heritage districts. Rizal Park is roughly a 10-minute drive away, Manila Bay's baywalk is essentially outside the front door, and the historic walled city of Intramuros is about 2.5 km away, making this a genuinely convenient base for sightseeing rather than just a bay-view hotel.
If you want to explore Intramuros during your stay, a guided walking tour of Intramuros is one of the easiest ways to see Fort Santiago and the old Spanish-era streets without planning the route yourself.
Guests traveling for business will also find the location practical: the US Embassy is about a 15-minute walk, and SM Mall of Asia is roughly a 20-minute drive, keeping shopping, dining, and errands close by without needing to cross the city.
FAQs about Diamond Hotel Philippines
How many rooms are in Diamond Hotel Philippines?
Diamond Hotel Philippines has 480 guest rooms, based on the figure published on the hotel's official website. The rooms are spread across six categories, from 40 sq. m Deluxe rooms up to two 210 sq. m Presidential Suites, so room size and view vary a lot depending on which category you book.
Is Diamond Hotel Philippines a 5-star hotel?
Yes. Diamond Hotel Philippines is consistently classified as a 5-star property, both on its own site and across major booking platforms. It's positioned as a full-service luxury hotel with multiple dining outlets, event venues, and recreational facilities rather than a boutique or budget stay.
What is included in a Corniche buffet at Diamond Hotel Philippines?
Corniche's buffet pricing depends on the meal and day: breakfast is Php 1,538 net daily, lunch ranges from Php 2,990 to Php 3,580 net depending on the day, and dinner runs Php 3,180 to Php 3,988 net, with themed nights on Thursday through Saturday. All prices are per person and subject to change, so it's worth confirming before you go.
Where is Diamond Hotel Philippines located?
The hotel is on Roxas Boulevard corner Dr. J. Quintos Street, right at the edge of Malate and Ermita in Manila. It's close to Rizal Park, the Manila Bay baywalk, and Intramuros, and it's roughly a 30-minute drive from Ninoy Aquino International Airport depending on traffic.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Diamond Hotel Philippines?
Standard check-in is at 2:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 NN (noon). Early check-in and late check-out can sometimes be arranged directly with the front desk, especially for guests booking multiple rooms or staying with family, though it isn't guaranteed.
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