Sampaloc Travel Guide
Manila





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 Sampaloc

Grand Westside Manila Bay
Staff very helpful and fabulous breakfast
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Savoy Hotel Manila near Airport NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
Easy check in and room was very clean!
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Dusit Thani Manila
Yes
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

The Peninsula Manila
Service is always the best, every time.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Kingsford Hotel Manila Bay
Clean, airport pick up & drop off but make sure to reserve going back to airport it only takes 6 passengers. We only stayed 1 night w/o breakfast. Bar by the lobby has better food choices than cafe I had a hearty arroz caldo. Check in was a few minutes more time as it was 3pm. Lobby was somewhat ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Belmont Hotel Manila near NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
Compact accommodations but extremely comfortable, and super convenient when traveling through NAIA terminal 3 since it's literally across the street from the foot bridge. The restaurant is small and very crowded, so best avoided if possible. There's a Starbucks on the property which has Belgian waffles, ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sampaloc

Ermita
SM City Manila and Casino Filipino are top sights in Ermita, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at United Nations LRT Station or Central LRT Station to see more sights in the area.

Intramuros
Intramuros is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by San Agustin Church and Fort Santiago while in the area.

Malate
Travellers choose Malate for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Quirino Avenue LRT Station or Vito Cruz LRT Station and check out top sights like Ninoy Aquino Stadium.

Makati Central Business District
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Makati Central Business District. Make a stop by Ayala Triangle Gardens or Greenbelt Shopping Mall while you're exploring the area.

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.
