Citadines Bay City Manila is a newly-opened serviced apartment located in Manila's Entertainment City Complex. The property is part of a mixed-use development consisting of office spaces and a shopping mall. Citadines Bay City Manila is part of the Citadines Apart'Hotel brand and is managed by Singapore's The Ascott Limited.
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| Lobby & Residents' Lounge | Citadines Bay City Manila |
Guests arriving at the lobby will be welcomed by the wide open spaces of the lobby. The seating area features plus sofas and Filipino-inspired accent pieces. With splashes of blues and yellows, the interior of Citadines Bay City Manila brings in the coastal vibe of Manila's bay area famous for its golden sunsets. Guests amenities are also available in the property's common areas:
| Floor | Facilities |
| B1 | Carpark |
| 1 | Lobby ● Residents' Lounge ● Bay City Cafe ● Lobby Lounge |
| P1 | Carpark |
| 5 | Fitness Center ● Outdoor Swimming Pool ● Spa ● Launderette ● Function Rooms |
| 6-12* | Serviced Apartments |
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| Residents' Lounge | Citadines Bay City Manila |
With its central location in the city, Citadines Bay City Manila is designed for the jet-setting and adventure seeking urban travelers. Whether on business or leisure trip, you deserve to end your day at Citadines Bay City Manila with a comfortable accommodation and modern conveniences of a home.
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| Lobby | Citadines Bay City Manila |
Citadines Bay City Manila has 212 apartments with three apartment categories designed to the needs of every traveler. Connecting rooms are also available.
| Apartment Type | Room Size (sqm) |
Bed Configuration | Kitchenette |
| Studio Deluxe | 32 | 1 Queen or 2 Twin Beds | No |
| Studio Premier | 32 | 1 Queen Bed | Yes |
| One-Bedroom Premier ► | 49.4 | 1 King Bed | Yes |
TIP: Bigger groups can book a One-Bedroom Premier Apartment with a connecting Studio Deluxe. The living area and dining area of the One-Bedroom Premier Apartment is big enough to seat four persons.
► FEATURED APARTMENT: ONE-BEDROOM PREMIER APARTMENT
The One-Bedroom Premier Apartment is the highest apartment category of Citadines Bay City Manila. Measures 49.4 square meters, the one-bedroom premier apartment has a separate living area and dining area, a bedroom a fully-equipped kitchen and an ensuite bathroom.
The One-Bedroom Premier Apartment features the following ensuite amenities:
- fully equipped kitchenette
- cooking and dining utensils
- washing machine and dryer
- coffee & tea making facility
- two full HD television with cable channels
- body & bath amenities by Crabtree & Evelyn
- daily housekeeping service
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▼ FEATURED RESTAURANT: BAY CITY CAFE
Bay City Cafe is the all-day dining restaurant of Citadines Bay City Manila. It serves buffet breakfast and a la carte lunch and dinner. All-day breakfast is also available. Big Bay Cafe also serves coffee, tea and light snacks such as salads, sandwiches and noodle dishes.
Located on the ground floor, the restaurant features high ceiling and a floor to ceiling glass window. Guests are treated with comfortable chairs and sofas that ensures an enjoyable dining experience. The staff are also well trained to deliver excellent customer service.
▼ BREAKFAST VENUES AT CITADINES BAY CITY MANILA
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| Buffet Breakfast Spread | Bay City Cafe, Citadines Bay City Manila |
Start your day right with a sumptuous breakfast. Whether you are rushing to the office or catching an early flight, or just feeling lazy in bed, there is no reason to skip breakfast here at Citadines Bay City Manila.
- Buffet Breakfast at Bay City Cafe - guests who booked a room rate that includes breakfast can enjoy buffet breakfast for two persons at Bay City Cafe. Choices include breads and pastries, pancakes, continental items, fruits and salads, Filipino and Western hot dishes. Free flowing coffee, tea and fruit juices are also included in the buffet.
- All-Day Breakfast at Bay City Cafe - if you prefer light breakfast over a buffet, you may opt to book a room-only package and dine at Bay City Cafe for their all-day breakfast offerings. Choices include Filipino breakfast, Continental breakfast, Cereals, Pancakes, Congee and Omelette.
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| All-Day Breakfast | Bay City Cafe, Citadines Bay City Manila |
- In-room Breakfast - if you are busy working in your room or too lazy to go down to the restaurant, you can instead order Bay City Cafe's all-day breakfast offering via in-room dining service, available daily from 6:00am to 10:00pm
- Cook Your Own Breakfast - the beauty of staying in a Citadines Apart'Hotel is having the convenience of a fully equipped kitchen in your serviced apartment. This is also a perfect opportunity to bond with family and friends, and of course, to show off your cooking skills. There is a supermarket next door where you can buy fresh ingredients. Please note that only the Studio Premier and the One-Bedroom Premier apartments have a kitchen.
▼ FITNESS & WELLNESS FACILITIES AT CITADINES BAY CITY MANILA
Staying in a serviced apartment such as Citadines Bay City Manila means that guests enjoy fully-furnished accommodation and hotel-level service and amenities. Located on the fifth floor of the property are the fitness and wellness facilities which guests are free to use during their stay.
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| Fitness Center | Citadines Bay City Manila |
The Fitness Center is fully-equipped with the latest cardio and weight training machines, as well as free weights. A gym instructor is on duty to assist you with the machines and should you need supervision over your workout. The fitness center is open 24 hours a day.
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| Outdoor Swimming Pool | Citdadines Bay City Manila |
One of the highlights of staying here at Citadines Bay City Manila is the Outdoor Swimming Pool. Because the property is very new, the swimming pool is almost always empty of people. The full length of the pool is 25 meters, so it is also ideal for morning laps. Kids will also enjoy their time at the wading pool.
Guests who might want to have a refreshing smoothie after a workout or a cocktail to enjoy while bathing under the sun can order their favorite drinks at the wellness bar located next to the fitness center. They also serve sandwiches and light snacks.
▼ CITADINES BAY CITY MANILA: CONCLUSION & RECOMMENDATIONS
Overall, we enjoyed our stay here at Citadines Bay City Manila. For its current price-point, staying here is a great value for money considering the good quality of amenities and level of service. The property's location and the fully-furnished apartments are no doubt the strengths of Citadines Bay City Manila.If you are considering to stay here, below are some pointers which can help you decide:
- Business Travelers - If your client visits or meetings will be located in the Manila Bay Area, then Citadines Bay City Manila is a good choice for you. Working inside your apartment is possible with a comfortable working desk and fast wireless internet connection. If you plan to host meetings here, the Residents' Lounge or the Bay City Cafe are good options for a casual setting. For more formal meetings, you can also book one of the onsite function rooms.
- Leisure Travelers - Citadines Bay City Manila is also an ideal base for exploring some of the historic and heritage sites of Manila as well as some of the biggest shopping malls in the city. The property is also very near the airport so you don't need to worry of missing your flight.
- Balikbayan - If you coming home to the Philippines for holidays, Citadines Bay City Manila is also a good choice for you. Having a fully-equipped kitchen allows you to have a very flexible schedule. The property has a very spacious lobby where you can meet up with relatives or have a meal together at the Bay City Cafe. Flying out of Manila is also hassle-free because the airport is just a few minutes away.
- Staycations - Being a serviced residence, Citadines Bay City Manila is a great option for family staycations. Parents can cook special meals during their stay while kids can enjoy a fun time at the swimming pool. With a huge full HD TV, you can spend the whole day watching Netflix or playing Nintendo Switch with the kids. Or you can just have a relaxing massage at the in-house spa or book an in-room massage and just catch up on much needed sleep the rest of your stay.
▼ CITADINES BAY CITY MANILA: LOCATION & TRANSPORTATION
Citadines Bay City Manila is located in Entertainment City Complex, in the Philippine capital's Manila Bay area. The property is located some 7 kilometers from Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Citadines Bay City Manila enjoys a central location near shopping malls, corporate offices and restaurants. Some of the main historical attractions in Manila such as Intramuros and China Town are also a short drive away from the property.
- Airport Transfer - The most convenient and most reliable way to get to Citadines Bay City Manila from the airport is by using the Grab ride-hailing application. You can either download the app in your smart phone or approach the Grab booth at the arrival area of the airport. Fare is around P250.00 plus P45.00 for the toll fee. Travel time is about 30 minutes. Tourist SIM cards are also available at the arrival area of the airport.
- Moving Around - The Grab app is also our most recommended way to go around the city. Most drivers can speak English. Fare is fixed upon booking the ride. You can approach the concierge if you need help in booking a Grab ride. Concierge call also book a Grab ride for you.
Citadines Bay City Manila
Diosdado Macapagal Boulevard corner Coral Way
Entertainment City Complex, Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Contact: +63 (02) 550 3200
E-mail:enquiry.manila@the-ascott.com
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Very Nice detailed review Ramil about the property. Thanks for the support and we look forward to welcome you back.
ReplyDeleteRennan