Title: Santa Cruz Travel Guide: Best of Santa Cruz, Manila Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Santa Cruz](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Manila-Hotels.0-n6226706-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Manila](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Manila.d178282.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Manila](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Manila.d178282.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Santa Cruz Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Santa-Cruz.d6226706.Car-Hire-Guide)[Santa Cruz Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz.d6226706.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Santa Cruz Travel Guide ## Manila ![Chinatown, Manila #LifeAtExpedia ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2375/84c1d040-d00e-414e-a213-8209e583bcb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chinatown, Manila #LifeAtExpedia ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2375/84c1d040-d00e-414e-a213-8209e583bcb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Binondo Church is in the center of the Chinatown community in Manila Philippines. The Chinatown is the oldest in the world. The church is the Minor Basilica of San Lorenzo Ruiz - the first Filipino Saint. #architecture #Manila #Philippines ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2375/adcb714f-039c-4eba-917d-a95fdb536f7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Binondo ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2375/69417b74-d5b3-4eb0-9da8-5d9830c4bbfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Binondo is a district in Manila and is referred to as the city’s Chinatown and is the world’s oldest Chinatown. It is the oldest Chinatown in the world, established in 1594. Binondo is the center of commerce and trade of Manila where all types of businesses run by Filipino-Chinese thrive. #Colorful Travel Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2375/7cc3b849-f848-4454-8186-476a7e9e0d0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Santa Cruz Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Manila travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Manila.dx178282) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Temple and ceremonial hall at Chinese Cemetery in Manila Philippines.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081543/7bfc2717-8762-436f-9b0f-7cfd7862dbac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manila Chinese Cemetery You can learn about the history of Manila with a stop at Manila Chinese Cemetery. Discover the great live music and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manila-Chinese-Cemetery-Santa-Cruz.d6081543.Attraction) #### Binondo Church 4/5(1 review) Binondo Church is just one of the places to see in Manila, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the stunning cathedral and shops in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Binondo-Church-Santa-Cruz.d6151187.Attraction) #### Lucky Chinatown Mall 3/5(1 review) During your trip to Manila, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Lucky Chinatown Mall. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lucky-Chinatown-Mall-Santa-Cruz.d553248634016021165.Attraction) #### 168 Mall During your visit to Manila, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at 168 Mall. Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/168-Mall-Santa-Cruz.d6250025.Attraction) #### SM City San Lazaro Shopping Center You can enjoy retail therapy at SM City San Lazaro Shopping Center during your trip to Manila. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/SM-City-San-Lazaro-Shopping-Center-Santa-Cruz.d850656094412951552.Attraction) #### Winford Manila Resort & Casino Why not roll the dice with a visit to Winford Manila Resort & Casino during your visit to Manila? Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Winford-Manila-Resort-Casino-Santa-Cruz.d818567699355983872.Attraction) ### Things to do ![From Manila: Pangasinan Hundred Islands Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47931963/8415d0fa-49a7-47aa-9b88-db77710568a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Manila: Pangasinan Hundred Islands Guided Tour £43 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-manila-pangasinan-hundred-islands-guided-tour.a47931963.activity-details) ![From Manila: Taal Volcano and Lake Boat Sightseeing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48071925/7a570ad4-68de-419f-9f0d-2bba01e9d80b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Manila: Amazing Taal Volcano Island Boat Tour w/ Guide £88 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-manila-amazing-taal-volcano-island-boat-tour-w-guide.a48071925.activity-details) ![Tagaytay Day Tour From Manila ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48529886/c613895f-2476-466c-aa9b-c0c38db6db37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tagaytay Day Tour From Manila £33 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tagaytay-day-tour-from-manila.a48529886.activity-details) ![Manila: Old Manila Intramuros Area Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47804538/bd20097c-2737-438f-9116-a25545428cb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manila: Walled City Intramuros Walking Tour £21 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/manila-walled-city-intramuros-walking-tour.a47804538.activity-details) !["Discover the wonders of nature at the National Museum of Natural History in Manila. ️ #ExploreHistory #ManilaMuseum #NatureWonders"](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47656903/c3d69b64-a8ca-49f9-a4c1-e6f906e6dbe3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Manila Marvels Tour with Personalized Photo Journey £58 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-manila-marvels-tour-with-personalized-photo-journey.a47656903.activity-details) ![Experience the historic walled city of Intramuros on locally crafted bamboo bikes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1936127/0fc4ff0c-1f51-40b2-9b46-f8dcb672180d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Express Bamboo Bike Tour inside Intramuros £16 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/express-bamboo-bike-tour-inside-intramuros.a1936127.activity-details) [See all activities in Manila](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Manila.d178282.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Santa Cruz ![Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4570000/4561300/4561201/34226782_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada by Wyndham Manila Central Ongpin cor. Quintin Paredes Streets Manila Manila £67 13 Feb - 14 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manila. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (412 reviews) Excellent customer service. Thank you to Edward, Marcus, and predegan for helping me with my luggage’s. Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=4561201&PinnedHotelID=4561201&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6226706) ![Grand Westside Manila Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105500000/105496900/105496836/w4144h2759x0y0-bc0dff67_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Westside Manila Bay Bagong Nayong Pilipino, Westside City Parañaque National Capital Region £57 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Parañaque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions SM Mall of Asia and City of Dreams Manila ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,122 reviews) Staff are courteous and accommodating. They allowed us to have early check-in and did not collect for any extra charge. Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=105496836&PinnedHotelID=105496836&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6226706) ![Dusit Thani Manila](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24500/24407/f7ab0d9e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dusit Thani Manila Arnaiz Ave, Ayala Center Makati Manila £103 6 Mar - 7 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Makati. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,798 reviews) Staff are courteous, clean room Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=07%2F03%2F2026&selected=24407&PinnedHotelID=24407&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6226706) ![Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67470000/67468700/67468681/dc06d730_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay Bagong Nayong Pilipino Parañaque NCR £47 27 Feb - 28 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Parañaque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,287 reviews) Clean room Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=67468681&PinnedHotelID=67468681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6226706) ![Savoy Hotel Manila near Airport NAIA Terminal 3 MNL](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22450000/22442900/22442831/1f5254ea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Savoy Hotel Manila near Airport NAIA Terminal 3 MNL 101 Andrews Avenue, Newport City Pasay Metro Manila £60 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Pasay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (3,246 reviews) Hotel in clean and service is great. Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=22442831&PinnedHotelID=22442831&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6226706) ![Seda BGC (Bonifacio Global City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5950000/5943300/5943256/bb9ce752_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Seda BGC (Bonifacio Global City) 30th Street cor. 11th Avenue Taguig Manila £132 15 Mar - 16 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Taguig. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,026 reviews) Level of service was sub par. Breakfast was a zoo and they didn’t ever refill the breakfasts items. Over crowded and unpleasant experience. The rooms were small and basic. . 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Manila-Intramuros.dx179425) ![Ermita featuring a hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049845/d8d10102-ab4e-4e73-8eb9-fa9ca89d79e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ermita 4/5(56 area reviews) SM City Manila and Casino Filipino are top sights in Ermita, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at United Nations LRT Station or Central LRT Station to see more sights in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manila-Ermita.dx6049845) ![Malate showing a statue or sculpture, religious aspects and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179422/5ff66697-1cfb-418c-bd53-485d8f516d9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Malate 2.5/5(3 area reviews) Travellers choose Malate for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Quirino Avenue LRT Station or Vito Cruz LRT Station and check out top sights like Ninoy Aquino Stadium. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manila-Malate.dx179422) ![Makati Central Business District showing street scenes and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6226080/ecdd3a27-9c70-449e-ad17-e6632bf7b9c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Makati Central Business District The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Makati Central Business District. Make a stop by Ayala Triangle Gardens or Greenbelt Shopping Mall while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manila-Makati-Central-Business-District.dx6226080) ![Panoramic view of Makati urban skyline at sunset, Manila, Philippines](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635924384831/2f7d2799-05e6-4e78-af46-1ac0d7a3ed31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Makati Downtown 4/5(53 area reviews) Makati Downtown is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Power Plant Mall and Century City while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manila-Makati-Downtown.dx553248635924384831) ![Aerial of Makati CBD and Bel-Air Village at late night. Midnight in Metro Manila.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635964998465/7cce4265-7b39-4874-a259-d4c54b6a8cd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bel-Air 4/5(10 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Bel-Air, Ayala Triangle Gardens and Century City are top sights worth seeing. 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