Tambayan Capsule Hostel

Manila


The dorms are the highlight here. Picture beds (capsules) with roll-up privacy blinds, personal charging stations, private safety boxes, bright reading lights and crisp air-con. Alas, the 'capsule' concept is less effective with the windowless private rooms, which feel cramped and overpriced. Bonus points for the beautiful antique house, once a wealthy Chinese merchant's mansion.

The downstairs gastrobar opens at 11am.


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