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Oriental Zen Suites

3.0 star property
3-star Art Deco hotel near Manila Bay

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A lobby with a reception desk, a statue, and a decorative tree with lights.
A reception area with a wooden counter, a Buddha statue, and another statue on the right.
Exterior
A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, and a lamp.
Elevator

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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1545 Alfonso Mendoza St., Sampaloc, Manila, Metro Manila, 1003
  • Place, University of Santo Tomas
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, SM City San Lazaro Shopping Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Winford Manila Resort & Casino
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Manila (MNL-Ninoy Aquino Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Studio with Window but No View

A hotel room with a dark headboard, two bedside lamps, a shelf with decorative items, and a window with curtains.

Standard Studio with Window but No View

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Studio with Window but No View

A neatly made bed with white linens and a yellow blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and a trash bin.

Superior Studio with Window but No View

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette, Tower

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette, Tower

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed, City View, Tower

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, and a lamp.

Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed, City View, Tower

  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Manila

Heart of Manila.With a stay at this Santa Cruz hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of University of Santo Tomas and 2 miles (3 km) of Quiapo Church. Lucky Chinatown Mall and Manila Metropolitan Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Santo Tomas - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • SM City San Lazaro Shopping Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Far Eastern University - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Winford Manila Resort & Casino - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Quiapo Church - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Bambang LRT Station - 7 min walk
  • Manila Laong Laan Station - 12 min walk
  • Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fusebox - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Angkong Dimsum House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starr's Famous Milkshake Laon Laan, UST - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lovelite - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Samgyupsalamat - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Oriental Zen Suites

3-star Art Deco hotel near Manila Bay
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business center on site. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Oriental Zen Suites. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Manila hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Oriental Zen Suites offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and slippers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchens with refrigerators. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Oriental Zen Suites

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for PHP 875.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: PHP 875.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Oriental Zen Suites to the airport?

Oriental Zen Suites is 9.2 mi (39-min drive) away from the Ninoy Aquino Intl. Airport (MNL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Oriental Zen Suites?

As of Aug 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oriental Zen Suites on Aug 7, 2026 start from CA $37, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Oriental Zen Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Oriental Zen Suites.

Does Oriental Zen Suites offer free breakfast?

Oriental Zen Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Oriental Zen Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but City of Dreams Manila (13-min drive) and Newport World Resorts (15-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Oriental Zen Suites?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Oriental Zen Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Oriental Zen Suites have a pool?

Oriental Zen Suites does not have a pool.

Does Oriental Zen Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Oriental Zen Suites to downtown Manila?

Oriental Zen Suites is 1.5 mi away from Manila.

Oriental Zen Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 50 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. And perfect for honeymoon for newly wed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jim

To be in Manila I think it's a good place to stay. They have really made some efforts in construction and
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was friendly and room was just perfect for one person.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel has been nicely remodeled and the rooms are clean and well appointed. There’s nothing else in terms of amenities - no restaurant, cafe, or anything else - but there are plenty available in the neighborhood. I would stay there again, but would request a room not overlooking the road. The traffic noise just can’t be blocked out. I had to change rooms after a noisy first night, but the staff were very gracious about it.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a little walk to the SM Mall AC kept the room cool
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dewayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly love the guard's very nice friendly very clean beautiful place and nice low price really like the place very peaceful
Verified review

8/10 Good

Reylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mariaroselli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything about it! The staff is very accommodating and nice. The place is safe too with the security guard every night and day
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Florepis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a very pleasant stay. Room is spacious and clean. Staff is very accomodatin. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff worked to help with a room change that my our stay more enjoyable. always smiling and security was excellent.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic value reasonably priced rooms. Clean, comfortable and well furnished. Reception staff are lovely. Always happy to help and assist. Security Guards are excellent.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Reumel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the staff, security and front desk help was amazing...rooms are not good
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Carla

The bathroom curtain needs to be changed. AC and TV should be checked before being ready for occupancy. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mariaroselli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the staff! I just dont like the internet service
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An amazing city hotel

My stay was amazing !! The hotel is in a really good location meaning that getting a grab to tourist attractions is really cheap. The staff on the reception desk were so helpful and also allowed me to get an early check in to my room after getting a night flight to Manila. The room was very comfortable. The wifi unfortunately doesn’t reach the rooms but that wasn’t really an issue for me. The only other thing I would mention is that the address of the hotel given is actually across the road from the hotel so don’t be alarmed if you get a taxi to the address and can’t see the hotel - it’s a little further up the road on the other side but very easy to see.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A great little hotel of Thai or East Asia vibes. There's some effort put into architecture and construction making it a relaxing and cozy place of rest. A good find to be in Manila with good value for the price. Staff helpful and I had a courtesy. The only things to improve a bit is that there should be a 24 hrs service at front desk instead of as of now 6am-11pm. There could perhaps be a need of change of toilets since they are of the older type. Had some minor issues with them. For the noise sensitive: To be in Manila and especially in that area it is relatively quiet. You'd hear a garbage truck for 10-15 mins from about 6-7am in mornings from some viewless rooms. Not the view rooms to the Mendoza road. There's some other smaller sounds outside the building to be heard at times. But not from the building itself. It's remarkable quiet between doors normally.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

J

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property started to show its age. There were conwebs in my room. Free breakfast no longer offered.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 Stars from me. This is an excellent place located very close to the University of Santo Tomas (where I needed to be). It was my second visit, as I consider that the overall value, for the price paid, is superb. Very clean rooms - adequate for purpose. The staff at reception are lovely and always willing to help. Security guards are efficient, professional and extremely helpful. I have no hesitation in recommending this hotel to other travelers. If only they could improve the quality of the Wi-Fi in the rooms it would be perfect. I would happily pay a bit more for good room WiFi. Having said that, the Wi-Fi in the Lobby is excellent, so I downloaded Netflix Films in the Lobby, to watch in my room. Thanks again Oriental Zen for an exceptionally good value experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Vusumzi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Remodelling of the property is needed. Bigger bathrooms with AC. I didn't have a window & my circadian rhythym was getting messed up. Would be best if the whole place moved to another location because it's in a terrible spot. No dining options. They would not let me check in 2 hrs ahead of time even though the room was ready. Terrible. Phils is not now I had to go around to pass time & come back to check in... 😐😏 The staff was nice but the room was not.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Yusuke

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
インターネットが接続できなかった。ロビーも部屋もルーターには繋がるんですが。テレビもつかない。
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Please do not believe about their parking. It says on their booking “parking included” but my niece and nephew were told that they have to park on the street and need to pay 100 pesos for tanod fee.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and the staff were great but the pillows were hard - my only complaint.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
security and service are okay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

You get what you pay for

I didn’t expect much from the hotel, since I only needed a place to stay in the area. The staff was very helpful and pleasant. I noticed that the lobby didn’t have any airconditioning. When I got to my room, the furnishing was very basic, with crooked cabinet doors and creaking headboard. There was a toothbrush packaging left at the base of the sink maybe from a previous occupant. Air-conditioning was a window-type model, which was working well, but couldn’t handle the heat coming in from the windows spaces (not insulated). The ad said there would be a Queen-sized bed, but I was surprised to see 2 single beds joined together. I hurt my knee on the wooden bed frame in between the beds. The wifi was almost non-existent. I actually chose this hotel over another one because they claimed there was free in-room wifi.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019