Santa Cruz Travel Guide
Manila
Visit Santa Cruz
Popular places to visit
Manila Chinese Cemetery
You can learn about the history of Manila with a stop at Manila Chinese Cemetery. Discover the great live music and shops in this culturally rich area.
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
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to SM North EDSA, a favourite shopping spot in Quezon City. Discover the great live music and stunning cathedral 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 churches 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.
City of Dreams Manila
Why not roll the dice with a visit to City of Dreams Manila during your travels in Parañaque? Visit the stunning cathedral and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Santa Cruz
Red Planet Manila Binondo
The area nearby is not very nice, so we stayed in the hotel most of time to "accumulate the energy" for the long journey travel back to Canada.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Peninsula Manila
Great , perfect clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Savoy Hotel Manila near Airport NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
Very nice to stay.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
New World Makati Hotel
Great Location…….Wilson one of the stuff on the 24th floor is always amazing and pleasant to deal with. Highly recommended
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Grand Westside Manila Bay
I like the fact that they provide free shuttle service to and from the airport and nearby malls.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Belmont Hotel Manila near NAIA Terminal 3 MNL
Terrible. Overpriced for tiny room. Pool closed at 8pm. Door was warped going into room so didnt open. Nothing to do at this hotel, overpriced, dont stay at Belmont!
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz
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.
Ermita
Manila Metropolitan Theatre and Robinson's Place 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.
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.
