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Serviced Apartment

Serviced Apartments in Manila

Manila's serviced apartment landscape has grown sharply over the past five years, driven by corporate relocations to Makati, business expansions in BGC, and the steady influx of long-stay professionals. If you're landing for a project, secondment, or extended assignment—and you don't want to negotiate a 12-month lease or haggle over furnished vs. unfurnished—serviced apartments are a practical middle ground.

What distinguishes them here: most Manila serviced apartments sit in mixed-use districts close to major offices and transport hubs. Rates track closely with location; a unit in Makati will cost substantially more than the same layout in Malate or BGC-adjacent neighborhoods. Occupancy skews toward corporate assignees and relocation consultants who value the all-in rental model—furniture, utilities, basic housekeeping, laundry—over booking fragmented services.

On Moveandstay, we list only verified properties with transparent unit counts and amenity sets. You contact properties directly through our inquiry form, no booking fees, no hidden third-party layer. That keeps the process lean and the rates honest.

Minimum stays vary (some accommodate four weeks, others require three months), so confirm that detail early with the property. Many also offer flexible payment—monthly, quarterly, or even weekly for emergency placements—though that's negotiated case by case.

FAQ

Frequently asked

  • What's typically included in a serviced apartment rate in Manila?
    Most rates bundle furnished studio or one-bedroom layouts, high-speed WiFi, utilities (electricity, water, gas), weekly or bi-weekly housekeeping, and laundry service. Some add gym access or co-working space. Confirm inclusions with each property—not all cover everything equally.
  • What's the minimum stay requirement?
    Many Manila serviced apartments require a minimum of 30 days, though some accommodate shorter periods during off-peak demand. Others start at 90 days. This varies by building and season. Contact the property directly through Moveandstay to negotiate terms for your timeline.
  • How does booking work on Moveandstay?
    Browse verified listings, check availability and amenities, then submit an inquiry directly to the property through our form. You'll communicate with the management team to confirm dates, pricing, and any special requests. No third-party booking layer or booking fees—you deal directly with the operator.
  • Are long-stay rates treated differently for tax purposes?
    In the Philippines, stays over 30 days may qualify for different GST or withholding tax treatment compared to nightly rates. Corporate relocators often benefit from monthly invoicing instead of daily billing. Consult your HR or finance team and the property to align documentation with your assignment terms.