Lanson Place Manila: At a glance
What | Details |
|---|---|
Classification | 5-star aparthotel (hotel + serviced residences) |
Location | Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City, Metro Manila |
Room sizes | Roughly 25 sqm (Superior hotel rooms) to 77 sqm (Grand Suite Residences) |
Standout features | Rooftop infinity pool, Manila Bay sunset views, in-suite kitchenettes |
Best for | Couples, families, and long-stay corporate travelers |
Check-in | 3:00 PM |
Check-out | 12:00 PM (noon) |
Yes, Lanson Place Manila is a 5-star aparthotel. That means it combines hotel-level service with apartment-style living: kitchenettes, longer-stay suites, and a "home away from home" feel rather than a standard hotel room. It sits inside the Mall of Asia (MOA) Complex in Pasay City, right on Manila Bay, which is why it shows up constantly in searches for bay-view stays near MOA.
If you're trying to figure out whether Lanson Place Manila fits your trip, whether that's a weekend staycation or a month-long work stay, this guide breaks down exactly what "5-star aparthotel" means here, how the rooms and pricing work, and what's walkable from the property.
What is Lanson Place?
Luxury Suite at Lanson Place
Lanson Place isn't a single hotel, it's a hospitality brand under Wing Tai Properties, a Hong Kong-listed company. The brand runs "Personal Hotels and Residences" across cities like Hong Kong, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne, and Manila, and the Manila property is officially called Lanson Place Mall of Asia Manila.
Aparthotel vs traditional hotel, explained
An aparthotel sits between a hotel and a serviced apartment. You get daily housekeeping, a front desk, and hotel-style amenities like a pool and restaurant, but your room can also include a kitchenette, full-size fridge, and washer/dryer. This is exactly the setup at Lanson Place Manila, where guests can choose a standard hotel room for a short trip or a residence-style suite if they're staying longer. Multiple booking platforms list the property as a 5-star aparthotel, and it's the highest-tier hotel classification recognized in the Pasay area listings.
Lanson Place Manila Bay: apartment-style rooms, amenities, and bay views
The pool at Lanson Place Manila
Located at Lanson Place Mall of Asia Manila, this aparthotel is built around Manila Bay views and a genuinely homey layout, not just a room with a bed. Rooms range from compact Superior hotel rooms to the 77 sqm Panorama Grand Suite Residence, and several categories include a private balcony or terrace facing the bay or the skyline.
The rooftop, on the 11th floor, is where the property earns most of its praise: an infinity pool with sunset views over Manila Bay, plus a kids' pool and play area for families. Guests traveling with kids will also find a supervised kids' club and a family-friendly all-day dining restaurant on-site.
Amenities/What's Included:
✅ Rooftop infinity pool with Manila Bay and skyline views
✅ In-suite kitchenette, full-size fridge, and induction cooktop (residence categories)
✅ 24-hour fitness centre and co-working space
✅ Kids' pool, play area, and supervised kids' club
✅ All-day dining restaurant serving buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner, and high tea
✅ Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
💬 What Travellers Say:
One Klook reviewer staying for a big MOA event called it "the gold standard" for cutting out Manila traffic, saying it removes the logistical friction and lets you focus on the event itself. Another guest kept it simple: staff are hospitable and accommodating, and everything just runs smoothly.
📍Address: Block 12, Palm Coast Avenue corner Seaside Boulevard, Mall of Asia Complex, Barangay 76, Pasay City, Metro Manila, 1300, Philippines
🔑Check-in: 3:00 PM
🧳 Check-out: 12:00 PM (noon)
Nightly vs extended-stay rates: how pricing works at a serviced residence
Lanson Place Manila Lobby
Because Lanson Place Manila runs both a hotel side and a serviced residence side, pricing works a little differently than a standard hotel booking.
For short stays, you book a nightly rate just like any hotel room, and pricing shifts with dates, season, and room category the same way it would anywhere else in Metro Manila.
For longer stays, the property runs a separate serviced-residence pricing structure with discounted rates at set thresholds, typically 7, 14, 30, and 60 nights. Extended-stay guests get added perks that short-stay hotel guests don't, including a discount on hotel car hire and transport, complimentary weekly hours at the co-working space, and one parking space per residence. This structure is aimed at expats, corporate travelers, and anyone relocating to Manila who needs a furnished home base rather than a hotel room.
The practical takeaway: if you're staying under a week, compare nightly hotel rates directly. If you're staying two weeks or longer, ask about (or book through) the serviced-residence rate instead, since it's usually the better value once you cross the 7-night mark.
Location: MOA area, what's walkable, and Manila Bay sunset access
Lanson Place Manila
Lanson Place Manila sits inside the Mall of Asia Complex, which is one of the most self-contained areas in Metro Manila for a car-free stay. From the property, it's a short walk to SM Mall of Asia (the mall the complex is named for), the Mall of Asia Arena for concerts and games, and the SMX Convention Center Manila for expos and events.
The Manila Bay waterfront and its well-known sunset views are a short walk away as well, along the MOA seaside promenade, so you don't need to travel out to Roxas Boulevard just to catch the sunset. Ninoy Aquino International Airport is roughly 5-6 km away, about a 9-19 minute drive depending on traffic.
This location works especially well if you're in Manila for a mall-based event, a business trip built around the convention center, or simply want a walkable, bay-facing base without needing to rely on Metro Manila traffic to get around.
Nearby Klook attractions and booking guide
Since Lanson Place Manila sits right inside the MOA Complex, most of the best add-ons for your stay are a short walk from the lobby:
- SM Mall of Asia ice skating — a well-known novelty activity inside the same mall complex
- SM By the Bay amusement park pass — good for families staying at the aparthotel's family-friendly rooms
- NAIA airport transfer — worth booking ahead given the property's distance from the airport
If you're building a longer Metro Manila itinerary around your stay, it's worth pairing the aparthotel with a full-day Manila city and food crawl or an Intramuros walking tour for the historic side of the city, both of which are easy day trips from the MOA area.
FAQs about Lanson Place Manila
Is Lanson Place Manila a 5-star hotel?
Yes. Lanson Place Manila is classified and marketed as a 5-star aparthotel, and it's listed under the 5-star category on major booking platforms covering Pasay City. It combines hotel-style service with apartment-style rooms, some with kitchenettes, rather than functioning purely as a traditional hotel.
What's the difference between Lanson Place Manila's hotel rooms and its residences?
The hotel rooms are smaller, standard-style rooms meant for short stays, similar to a typical hotel booking. The residences are larger, apartment-style units with kitchenettes, full fridges, and sometimes washer/dryers, meant for extended stays of a week or more. Both share the same building, pool, and amenities.
Is Lanson Place Manila walkable to Mall of Asia?
Yes. The property sits inside the MOA Complex itself, so SM Mall of Asia, Mall of Asia Arena, and the SMX Convention Center Manila are all within a short walk, no car or rideshare needed.
Does Lanson Place Manila offer discounts for long stays?
Yes. The property runs separate serviced-residence rates for stays of 7, 14, 30, or 60 nights, with added perks like discounted transport and free co-working access, on top of the standard nightly hotel rate for shorter visits.
How far is Lanson Place Manila from the airport?
It's roughly 5-6 km from Ninoy Aquino International Airport, generally a 9-19 minute drive depending on traffic.
Ready to book your stay?
Lanson Place Manila earns its 5-star aparthotel label through the combination of hotel service, apartment-style flexibility, and a rooftop pool with genuinely good Manila Bay sunset views, all inside a walkable, self-contained complex. Whether you're booking a short MOA event weekend or a month-long work stay, it's worth comparing the nightly and extended-stay rates before you book to make sure you're getting the right one for your trip length.
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