As a working professional, a lot is expected from you. You have deadlines to beat, personal relationships to maintain, and bills to pay, and in the midst of all that you’re also supposed to find enough time to get some rest. Due to this overwhelming load, burning out is not uncommon. During this time, you feel overcome with responsibilities and just crave for a vacation—a break from the tiring humdrum of every day.
But again, you’re a working professional. You can’t just drop everything, head off to paradise, and go under the radar for a few days. Not only is it unprofessional, but it is also very inconvenient. As luck would have it, there are more accessible options in the city! Now there are hundreds of condos for rent with pools in Metro Manila that are perfect for a well-deserved staycation. The following are just some of the best ones out there!
1. Corner studio unit with rooftop pool in Taguig
Condo property:McKinley Hill
Price:PhP1,600 per night
The unit also comes with cable TV.
Image: Airbnb Listing
Conveniently situated near various coffee shops, restaurants, and commercial establishments, the studio unit can fit up to four people. The unit also has a bar table, Wi-Fi connection, board games, and a functional kitchenette. Guests can have access to the building’s gym, landscaped gardens, and swimming pool.
You can get all details through the Airbnb listing: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/7254799
2. Sophisticated one-bedroom loft with view in Makati
Just a stone’s throw away from Makati’s high-end hotels like Raffles and Fairmont is this glass-enclosed, one bedroom loft with a total area of 46 square meters. Found within the unit are two flat screen TVs with cable, a kitchen filled with cookware, Wi-Fi connection, and a queen-sized bed. It also comes with access to a private pool, a function room, and a fitness gym.
You can get all details through the Airbnb listing: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/14455227
The unit is also accessible to public transport and convenience stores.
Image: Airbnb Listing
Right along Katipunan, near big schools such as Ateneo and Miriam College, is this studio unit located in the 7th floor of the property. The unit features cable TV with Netflix subscription, a fully-functional kitchen with appliances, and a landline telephone. The unit is also located in the same floor as the building’s pool, and an outdoor dining table is also available at the poolside terrace if you want to dine after swimming.
You can get all details through the Airbnb listing: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/20752084
4. Fully-furnished two-bedroom unit with three baths in Manila
The unit is situated in the 31st floor of the building.
Image: Airbnb Listing
Just a few minutes away from Manila Bay is this two-bedroom unit. It is located in Robinsons Place Residences, so it has private access to Robinsons Manila and is also near museums and other commercial establishments. Both bedrooms are air-conditioned and the unit also comes with Wi-Fi access, cable TV, a usable kitchen, and a desktop computer. All of the property’s amenities such as the swimming pool, gym, and playground are located in the building’s 7th floor.
You can get all details through the Airbnb listing: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/2311047
5. Two-bedroom high-end loft with infinity pool in Taguig
Condo property:Bellagio Tower
Price:PhP3,500 per night
High-speed internet is also available in the unit.
Image: Airbnb Listing
This loft unit is divided into the top and ground floor. Located at the top floor are a TV room, an ensuite bathroom, and the master bedroom with a king-sized bed. Meanwhile, on the ground floor is an open kitchen and dining area, another bathroom, and another bedroom with a queen-sized bed. A gym and an infinity pool are some of the property’s amenities.
You can get all details through the Airbnb listing: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/14340704
Positioned within Resorts World Manila is this unit with a modern style interior design and high-speed internet. It features a kitchen, a patio, central heating, and two bedrooms. The bedrooms come with luxury orthopaedic mattresses and guests will also have access to the property’s fitness gym and swimming pool.
You can get all details through the Airbnb listing: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/25383044
Staycations shouldn’t be viewed as luxuries but as necessities. These short breaks are not only obligatory for your sanity; they’re also a treat you deserve. And thanks to condo units such like the ones mentioned above, taking a breather any day of the week is now made easier.
What condo with pool in Metro Manila would you spend your staycation in? Let us know in the comments below!
* All images were taken from the Airbnb listings.
About Eunice Sheene Fulgencio
Eunice knew that she’d be writing for the rest of her life from a very young age. Naturally introverted, she is selective with how she uses her time and who she spends it with. Has a penchant for sweet treats, sentimental proses, and online personality quizzes. A true-blue INFJ.
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