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Powered By TripAdvisorDesigned by award-winning architect Kenzo Tange, Discovery Primea, Manila is an urban hotel unlike any other: effortlessly refined, exceptionally stylish, and with impeccable service throughout. Gleaming marble floors and a vintage tapestry welcome you to the lobby; guestrooms blend timeless elegance with superb connectivity; and a heated outdoor infinity pool, 24-hour gym, and Turkish-style spa help you to unwind. Other highlights of the hotel include:
- 140 luxurious rooms and one- and two-bedroom suites featuring floor-to-ceiling windows
- Terazi Spa and its array of restorative experiences including traditional Hammam and Hilot massage
- Master chefs at Flame restaurant expertly create modern and sophisticated Asian fare
- Sip handcrafted cocktails and watch Manila's lights from the 16th-floor al fresco restaurant and bar
At Discovery Primea, Manila, the refined atmosphere and warm Filipino hospitality go hand in hand with contemporary business culture.
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Accommodations
The 140 guestrooms, suites, and lofts at Discovery Primea, Manila are airy, spacious, and timelessly elegant, with muted tones, dark-wood furniture, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Choose your preferred pillow from the menu, and stretch out on a hypoallergenic goose-down mattress. Feel at home with a Nespresso machine and iPad docking stations. Modern bathrooms feature rain showers, deep soaking tubs, and Internet Protocol Television (IPTV). Larger suites come with sleek kitchens, open-plan living areas, and a washer and dryer.
Tablet-equipped staff can complete the check-in process wherever you feel most comfortable, from the bar to your guestroom. During your stay, take advantage of 24-hour in-room dining, complimentary shoe shine, and a well-equipped business center. The hotel’s meeting rooms offer 5,134 sq ft / 477 sq m of indoor and outdoor space.
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Dining
With six superb restaurants and bars, Discovery Primea, Manila makes dining and entertaining a highlight of your stay. Flame has won a following with its creative modern Asian food; Flame Al Fresco highlights exquisite cityscapes; Tapenade offers Mediterranean cuisine from morning to night; and The Gilarmi Lounge is a favorite for having one of the most extensive collections of gins in the city; 1824 specializes in fine scotch and cigars; and Plunge offers relaxed poolside dining.
Flame – Located on the 16th floor, this chic dining destination features floor-to-ceiling windows and wooden floors, and serves modern Asian cuisine, Josper-grilled specialties, and wines from around the world.
Flame Al Fresco – Discovery Primea’s al fresco restaurant and bar lies 16 stories above the city, offering panoramic city views, a modern Asian grill menu, impressive wine list, and inventive cocktails.
Tapenade – Savor the flavors of the Mediterranean at this all-day restaurant with an open kitchen. Dine on wood-fired pizzas, gourmet salads, and an extensive continental set breakfast.
The Gilarmi Lounge – This stylish lobby lounge serves Filipino-inspired bar fare, burgers, and cocktails, alongside a variety of gins from around the world.
1824 – An elegant, wood-paneled bar with contemporary art on the walls. Fine whiskeys and cigars are its specialties; cognacs, wines, and champagne by the glass are available, too.
Plunge – Sip on seasonal fruit shakes, refreshing cocktails, and indulge in comfort food in between dips in the infinity pool.
Activities at Discovery Primea Manila
Treat yourself to a traditional Turkish Bath or Hammam treatment and a menu of healing therapies in Terazi Spa, or unwind in the steam room and Jacuzzi. Stay in shape with Technogym equipment at the 37 Degrees Gym, and swim some laps in the heated infinity pool.
To learn more about Filipino culture and history, take a guided tour of the ultra-modern Ayala Museum, and visit Intramuros, the 16th-century Spanish citadel known for its colonial architecture and historic fort. Head to the National Museum of Fine Arts to admire a strong collection of 19th-century Filipino painters and the Metropolitan Museum of Manila for contemporary Filipino art.
Location
Discovery Primea, Manila is in the heart of Makati, a central business, shopping, and entertainment district. Restaurants, bars, boutiques, and the offices of local and multinational corporations are all on your doorstep. Glorietta shopping mall is just across the street, while the Greenbelt shopping complex and the Ayala Museum are around a 10-minute walk away.
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6749 Ayala Avenue, Manila, PhilippinesTransportation
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- Ninoy Aquino International Airport is 5 mi / 9 km from the hotel.
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Unforgettable truly "Wow" birthday celebration staycation
Sun Mar 09 2025 04:58:44 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by RonManila
We stayed in one of Primea suites to celebrate the birthday of our son, and it turned out to be an unforgettable truly “WOW” experience for me and my family. We enjoyed our stay with the hotel room facilities & amenities, and ambiance, swimming pool as well as our breakfast at Tapenade restaurant. The staff were incredibly hospitable, who valued guests’ time, who had a pleasant attitude and delivered extraordinary services. My family was greeted with a warm welcome at check-in to attentive service by front desk staff during our stay. You will feel that everyone aims to exceed expectations with gestures that go the extra mile. We were surprised by the birthday bedding arrangement-set-up on the bed, birthday cake, and lastly, a handwritten birthday card greeting from the GM of the hotel. Kudos to housekeeping, Primea suite is an immaculately clean room. Fresh linens and spotless bathrooms have created a very positive impression of a genuine luxury hotel in the heart of the Makati business district. The beds are incredibly comfortable, and the support provides us with exceptional quality sleep throughout the night. Thanks to Concierge team as well on their pro-active assistance on their valet services to our cars. We will definitely return on this hotel and highly recommend to our friends and family
Still One of my Favorite Hotel
Tue Feb 25 2025 11:41:04 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by doctorfoxtrot
Always liked the Primea. The spot on location , easy underground access, homey and complete amenities , good room service menu options and the classy restaurants make it rank among the top. Actually stayed here several times but it was years when I finally got the opportunity to come back . Some observation though , the TV needs major upgrade , to make it a smart , streaming type. The Tv in the bathroom is also quite hard to navigate . The breakfast buffet experience in Tapenade seem a little off , I can’t explain. To think it was a weekend. Finally , even I verbally mentioned that I was staying at the hotel since I’m celebrating my birthday , nothing came out of it. My daughter several years back had hers being also ignored to the point she chooses to have her occasion at the nearby property instead. Anyway it is just an observation. Would still consider and recommend it .
Excellent customer service- Thank you
Sat Feb 22 2025 11:11:48 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by 293ag3000
My entire experience was outstanding. From the time I checked in to departure, the entire staff was very kind and courteous. The property is beautiful and the bed is one of the most comfortable beds I’ve ever slept in. Highly recommend this property. Thank you to the entire staff.
Repeat Traveller : Small issue during breakfast
Tue Feb 18 2025 07:31:20 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by jambzilustre
We booked the Primea King Suite (2BR) and stayed for 2 nights. Not much has changed and very much enjoyed the stay, this time we pushed to relax by the bar and the pool on seperate occassions. Another great stay at Discovery, although we did have a few issues and I wish Dsicovery would do better with it: Issue during breakfast : 1. We were stopped on the way to breakfast due to my child's attire not up to par with the dress code (wearing PJs). The Manager (big man in a suit) was apologetic. We complied to this and had our child change her attire, but right after - we noticed that other people disobeying the dress code, and they were present during breakfast. eg. Person wearing a Sando and Gym shorts as well as another person wearing almost the same Bright Red Pajamas. We'll happily comply to the dress code, but seeing other people ignore this rule and the Manager not doing anything about it makes us feel like the rules are only enforced selectively / sparingly. Otherwise, it would feel like prejudice is being applied to certain people. not a good look.
Excellent Choice
Sat Feb 15 2025 12:39:41 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by CaitlinCA
We were very pleased with our stay at Discovery Primea. The staff was very hospitable and gracious. We had a two bedroom suit and an additional room nearby for our party of 5. The suit was a great space to relax as a family. It also had a small washer/dryer. We loved the infinity pool with views of park and city. The rooftop restaurant was stunning and the food was excellent. The concierge was very helpful in planning for dinner reservations and private city tour. The location of the hotel was wonderful. We enjoyed walking to different restaurants and shopping areas. As tourists we felt comfortable walking in this beautiful area even at night.
