Fame Residences Tower 3, 1550 Manila, Philippines
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Royal Fame Residency Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first walked into Royal Fame Residency, I wasn’t expecting much from what looked like just another tower building in Manila. But you know what? This four-star place actually surprised me in the best way possible. The lobby has this understated elegance that doesn’t try too hard, and the staff genuinely seemed happy to see guests arrive (which, if you’ve stayed in Manila hotels before, you know isn’t always a given).

What really sold me on this place was the attention to detail – I mean, the kind of stuff you only notice when you’re actually living there for a few days, not just passing through. The rooms are spacious enough that you’re not bumping into furniture every time you open your suitcase, and honestly, the beds are some of the most comfortable I’ve encountered in the Philippines. The air conditioning works like a dream too, which matters more than you’d think when Manila’s humidity hits you. I stayed on the 18th floor and had this incredible view of the city sprawl – you can actually see all the way to Manila Bay on clear days, though let’s be real, clear days in Manila are sort of rare. The bathroom setup impressed me too; they’ve got this rainfall showerhead that actually has decent water pressure, plus enough counter space for all your toiletries without everything falling into the sink.

Location-wise, you’re right in the heart of everything without being stuck in the absolute chaos of some Manila neighborhoods. I could walk to decent restaurants within five minutes, and there’s a 7-Eleven literally across the street (trust me, this becomes important at 11 PM when you need snacks). The building itself feels secure – you need key card access for the elevators, which gave me peace of mind. Parking was surprisingly hassle-free too, though I’d recommend booking a spot in advance if you’re driving. One small thing that bugged me initially was the Wi-Fi speed in the evenings when everyone’s streaming, but it’s perfectly fine for work calls and basic browsing. The housekeeping team does a thorough job – they even folded my clothes that I’d left scattered around, which was above and beyond. If you’re looking for a place that feels more like a temporary home than just another hotel room, and you want to be centrally located without paying Makati prices, this is honestly a solid choice.

Royal Fame Residency Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
One-Bedroom Apartment1 queen bed and 1 sofa bed for Max. people: 2$34
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Reviews of Royal Fame Residency

  • Wonderful – Gary from Philippines – August 4, 2025 (9/10)

  • The property was newly renovated, which was a nice touch. However, our stay was a bit uncomfortable due to a few issues. – Meutia from Indonesia – April 18, 2025 (8/10)

    Newly renovated

    What could be improved: The toilet tissue provided only 1 (we stay 4 days 3 nights) and no bathroom floor mat, no AC in the living room while Mandaluyong was very very hot

  • Best so far! – Danilo from Canada – March 4, 2025 (10/10)

    Best condotel I’ve stayed. Bed and sofa was very comfortable. Unit was immaculate.

    What could be improved: None

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Sinag: 600 m
  • Pet Camp: 650 m
  • Kids Club: 1 km
  • Paragon Pool: 200 m
  • Carlton 2 Carpark: 750 m
  • Dutchs Playground: 900 m
  • DJNC Computer Shop: 400 m
  • PCM Ping Pong Area: 450 m
  • St Francis Shang Play Room: 850 m
  • Tamarind St South Forbes Park Makati: 250 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Potato Corner: 50 m
  • Cafe/Bar Starbucks SM Fame: 30 m
  • Cafe/Bar McCafé-Pioneer Reliance: 200 m

Top attractions:

  • Paco Park: 8 km
  • Intramuros: 10 km
  • Rizal Park: 10 km
  • Fort Santiago: 11 km
  • Museo Pambata: 10 km
  • Pinto Art Museum: 15 km
  • Malacanang Palace: 8 km
  • GT International Tower: 5 km
  • National Museum of the Philippines: 10 km
  • Manila Zoological and Botanical Garden: 9 km

Beaches in the Neighborhood:

  • Manila Bay Beach: 9 km

Public transit:

  • Subway Gilmore: 5 km
  • Subway J. Ruiz: 6 km
  • Train Boni Station: 650 m
  • Train Shaw Boulevard MRT Station: 550 m

Closest Airports:

  • Clark International Airport: 92 km
  • Ninoy Aquino International Airport: 9 km
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House Rules at Royal Fame Residency

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 3:00 PM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • Available 24 hours

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

7.5

Comfort:

10

Location:

9.2

Facilities:

9.2

Cleanliness:

9.2

Value for money:

9.2