Ayala Land Hospitality’s newest baby, Seda Manila Bay, is a cosy urban hideaway oozing with a minimalist yet relaxing ambiance
Location
Tucked away conveniently in the fast developing mixed-use Aseana City, Seda Manila Bay is merely 20 minutes away from Manila’s international airport and easily accessible from Makati, BGC, Manila Bay Area, and other parts of the metro.
The hotel is directly connected to Ayala Malls via a walkway on the fourth floor, with shopping malls and restaurants just a short walk away.
Accommodation
With 350 keys, the hotel fits families and business travellers alike. It has 30m² Deluxe rooms for solo travellers and short-stay guests; 40m² Premier room for couples; 54m² Family rooms with a separate kids’ room furnished with a double-decker; and 54m² Seda Suites with a separate living, dining area and a kitchenette.
Club rooms and Club suites occupy an entire floor with access to the elegant Club Lounge which has its own dedicated staff for a personalised service, express check-in and check-out, buffet breakfast, all-day refreshments and cocktails, a private meeting room, and an iMac Station.
My 45m² Premier room is a delightful cocoon of calm and comfort, with minimalist furniture and a soothing grey and cream colour scheme. The king bed is complemented by quality lighting, and the room is equipped with multiple sockets for devices at the bedside and on the multi-purpose table. The spacious bathroom features a large bathtub, separate shower, dual vanity sinks, and an expansive vanity mirror.
F&B
The all-day dining Misto restaurant is on the ground floor and the Straight Up Roof Bar is next to the pool area. At Misto, I had a grand time catching up with a couple of friends, which caused our late lunch to extend into dinner, and we overstayed until late into the night. The wait staff allowed us to stay in our corner while still being attentive to our needs.
We savoured with gusto lip-smacking dishes, including beef salpicao and several varieties of pasta. The Quattro Formaggi pizza is superb, so much so we ordered it again for dinner. As for dessert, the cheesecake was certainly addictive.
I was lucky to preview the upcoming cookie corner near the lobby. The cookies were so delectable that I devoured all four in one go. The banana cake, filled with chocolate, milk chips, and various nuts, tastes even better after a few days.
For the books is sipping cocktails at Straight Up Roof Bar while watching the sunset over Manila Bay. Many hotels are deprived of this view and the once halcyon seas due to the extensive reclamation ongoing in Manila Bay.
Facilities
What makes Seda Manila Bay great for a staycation are its diverse recreation facilities and activities. These include a mini-golf course in the courtyard, Seda Spa for relaxation, a fully-equipped gym, an infinity pool, a water playground with a kiddie pool, and an indoor play area for kids. The hotel also offers wheelchair access and parking.
For business travellers, the hotel offers the 390-seat Sampaguita Ballroom with a spacious pre-function area, as well as small and medium-sized meeting rooms for 10 to 48 people.
Service
Checking in and out is a breeze. The lobby staff assisted me to the lift and taxi area, while the servers at Misto were attentive.
Verdict
True to its name, Seda, which means silk, pampered us with smooth service and a relaxing overnight stay.
Contact details
Website: https://www.sedahotels.com/hotel/view/2/seda-manila-bay-paranaque
