Matandang Balara Travel Guide
Manila
Visit Matandang Balara
Popular places to visit
SM Mall of Asia
You can search for that perfect souvenir when you visit SM Mall of Asia, a popular shopping spot in Pasay. Visit the churches and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
SM North EDSA
During your visit to Quezon City, you can enjoy retail therapy at SM North EDSA. Discover the great live music and churches in this culturally rich area.
Manila Ocean Park
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at Manila Ocean Park during your holiday to Manila. Visit the shops and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area.
Fort Bonifacio
Fort Bonifacio is just one of the places to see in Taguig, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Venice Grand Canal Mall
During your visit to Taguig, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Venice Grand Canal Mall. Visit the churches and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
City of Dreams Manila
Why not roll the dice with a visit to City of Dreams Manila during your travels in Parañaque? Visit the churches and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Matandang Balara
Grand Westside Manila Bay
Overall experience was beyond expectations. Courteous, friendly and supportive staff are superior. Clean rooms and general hotel area are clean and organized.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Savoy Hotel Manila near Airport NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
Clean room great breakfast
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Dusit Thani Manila
Parfait
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay
Too packed with people
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Belmont Hotel Manila near NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
Room was spacious and very clean. Bed and bedding was very nice. Staff was gracious and always helpful
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Seda BGC (Bonifacio Global City)
It’s a great hotel and enjoyed their breakfast but the room I stayed in had this damp smell and after reporting it twice and checked by their staff, smell lingered on through our stay. Not sure what exactly they did to remedy the issue but it seems like they just sprayed the room even though they ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Matandang Balara
Cubao
Consider a visit to Smart Araneta Coliseum and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Cubao. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Cubao Station or Araneta Center-Cubao LRT Station.
Eastwood
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Eastwood. You might consider stopping by Eastwood Mall while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Ortigas Center
Travellers to Ortigas Center praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Estancia at Capitol Commons and Asian Development Bank Headquarters.
Poblacion
If you're spending some time in Poblacion, Power Plant Mall and Makati Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Makati Downtown
Makati Downtown is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Power Plant Mall and Century City while in the area.
Bel-Air
If you're spending some time in Bel-Air, Ayala Triangle Gardens and Century City are top sights worth seeing.
