Mella Hotel

Mella Hotel Overview

Mella Hotel sits in this quiet residential pocket of Las Piñas that honestly feels worlds away from the chaos you’d expect so close to Metro Manila. When I first pulled up to the place on C5 Extension, I’ll admit I was a bit surprised – it’s tucked into Barangay Pulang Lupa Uno where most of the surrounding buildings are houses and small local businesses, not hotels. But you know what? That’s actually part of its charm. The four-star property has this calm, almost residential vibe that makes it feel like you’re staying somewhere locals might actually hang out, rather than in some touristy bubble.

The rooms are honestly better than I expected for this part of Las Piñas. They’ve got that clean, modern Filipino hotel aesthetic down – nothing too fancy, but everything works and feels fresh. The air conditioning is solid (which matters more than you think in this humidity), and I actually appreciated that the windows aren’t just for show – you can crack them open if you want some air circulation. Parking was surprisingly easy too, which anyone who’s driven around Metro Manila will tell you is no small thing. The staff has this genuine friendliness that you get at smaller properties where they actually remember your name after day one.

What really sold me on this place, though, is the location itself. You’re close enough to the main roads that getting to Alabang or even BGC isn’t a complete nightmare, but far enough into the residential area that you’re not dealing with constant traffic noise at night. I mean, it’s still Metro Manila, so there’s always some background hum, but it’s manageable. There’s this little local market about a five-minute walk away where you can grab fresh fruit and actual home-cooked Filipino food – not the sanitized hotel restaurant version, but the real deal. The breakfast at the hotel is decent enough, but honestly, wandering out to try the local spots feels more authentic. For the price point and that 7.5 rating, Mella Hotel delivers exactly what it promises without trying to be something it’s not – which in a city full of places that overpromise and underdeliver, feels pretty refreshing.

Mella Hotel Accommodations

Reviews of Mella Hotel

• Rooms were nice and very clean, breakfast was really good. There are not that many choice to eat from hear by, as it is – Kunj from Canada – September 9, 2025 (8/10)

  The property was nice and clean
  
  What could be improved: The staff gave me a queen when i had a king, and on asking the said they didn’t had any available. I told them as that’s what I had paid for and requested, and all of the sudden one was available

• Wonderful – Brandon from United States – May 15, 2025 (9/10)

  Staff was very friendly and helpful.
  
  What could be improved: I was charged twice for 2 cans of Coke and had no way of disputing the charge.

• Pleasant – Minette from Philippines – April 30, 2025 (6/10)

  The location is good. Breakfast is great. Staff is friendly and pleasant.
  
  What could be improved: The room is good. Bed is comfy as well as the pillows. But the window sills on the loft needs more cleaning.

• Lovely staff, close to airport – Amelia from Australia – January 13, 2025 (8/10)

  Staff were wonderful. Room was fine for what we paid and what we needed. Shower has shampoo and conditioner.
  
  What could be improved: No taxi drivers knew of it by the new name! We ended up going via taxi to another hotel from the same group on the opposite side of town. Old signage is still on outdoor signage etc. Quite Convenient to airport if you go to the right one!

• Comfortable and close to airport – Dina from Israel – October 8, 2024 (8/10)

  Very comfortable and clean.stuff is very supportive.
  There are few small restaurants close to the hotel.
  Hotel is well located for one night stay if you have night/morning flights . This location avoids depending on traffic in the city.
  
  What could be improved: Breakfast is very disappointing relative to the price and level of the hotel

• Manila stopover – Michelle from New Zealand – October 7, 2024 (9/10)

  Amazingly comfortable beds, great spread for breakfast
  
  What could be improved: No Hairdryer:(

• family night – Simon from United Kingdom – September 9, 2024 (8/10)

  the staff very helpful throughout our stay.
  
  What could be improved: in the bathroom, the shower and sink the hot wasn't really hot

• It was okay but probaby not goong to return – Renitz from Japan – September 1, 2024 (6/10)

  Looks elegant
  
  What could be improved: You can hear the loud zumba practice outside at 6:30 am and the next room's noise too. Pool looks cloudy

• Surely i will book again in the future – Marybeth from Philippines – August 28, 2024 (9/10)

  How clean the room and the bed was
  
  What could be improved: I haven't really have time to check everything else because it was really late when i checked in.

• It’s worth it. We’ll be back someday soon. – Menchie from Philippines – August 27, 2024 (9/10)

  Everything looks fancy. It’s clean and smells good.
  
  What could be improved: Poor internet connection.(Maybe because they had some technical problems during our stay).

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