Cozy Corner Haven near Venice Grand Canal Mall

Hotels
9.7 (42 reviews)
1634 Florence Way , Manila , ph

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Garden
Non-smoking throughout

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly service
Clean and well-furnished rooms
Cons:
Could be a bit cleaner

Categories

Cleanliness
9.52
The room is very neat.
Service
10
The host is extremely kind and welcoming.
Location
10
It's a very nice location, just a few minutes walk to the mall.
Room Quality
9.52
Everything nicely finished in room, all you need is there.
Amenities
9.52
Supermarket and pharmacy are next door.
Value for Money
9.52
The price is fantastic.
Food and Beverage
9.52
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
10
Me and my husband enjoyed our stay and we'll surely come back again.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-07 00:42

Property Description

Luxurious 5-Star Accommodation
Experience luxury at Mariz Cozy and Elegant room, a 5-star hotel in Manila offering stunning garden views. The air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private bathrooms ensure a comfortable stay.

Top-Notch Amenities
Enjoy modern amenities including flat-screen TVs, plush bed linens, and towels in every room. The attentive staff fluent in English and Filipino are available 24/7 to cater to your needs.

Convenient Location
Located just 3 km from Bonifacio High Street, with Glorietta Mall and Greenbelt Mall within a short distance, our hotel is the perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Book your stay at Mariz Cozy and Elegant room now for an unforgettable experience in Manila!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.7
Based on 42 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.52
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.52
Amenities: 9.52
Value for Money: 9.52
Food and Beverage: 9.52
Overall Experience: 10
K
Kostrubiec solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

For more than 1 person it can be bit too small

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Agnes family_with_children us
10
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Iraluna solo_traveller nl
10
Pros:

Everything we like..

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Stavros family_with_children gr
4
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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LERMA solo_traveller ph
9
Pros:

The classy and elegant room

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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CRIS solo_traveller fi
3
Great location and value, but significant issues with odor and maintenance.
Pros:

A Note on Perspective & Intent: A guest’s experience naturally depends on their personal standards and travel history. Having traveled to destinations such as Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Spain, Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Maldives, my observations are shaped by global hospitality standards. However, to keep this comparison fair and relevant to local value, I recently stayed at The Piccolo Hotel in Boracay for €28 (which featured a central, beachfront location and free breakfast, though no kitchen).
I am sharing these details not to unfairly berate a business for irrational reasons, but to provide an objective, transparent benchmark for fellow travelers. This review is intended to offer constructive feedback for the host and to help future guests make a well-informed decision based on real, practical expectations.


The Positives:
1. Excellent Location: The property is in a fantastic, safe, and clean neighborhood that feels similar to Singapore. There are no beggars, it is off the main road, and it is a convenient 5-minute walk to the Venice Grand Canal Mall.
2. Conveniences Nearby: Directly beside the building lobby, you can find a Watsons, ATM machine, a Thai restaurant, and a pizza parlor.
3. Thoughtful Amenities: At €28/night, having a kitchenette is a major plus. The host kindly provided essential supplies like hand soap, dishwashing liquid, wetwipes, hand towel, bath towel, kitchen tissue, rag, and ample drinking water—which was greatly appreciated since Manila tap water is not potable and carrying bottles from the supermarket is a hassle. There is a water heater, and additional fans are provided if the AC isn't enough. The space is ideal for a solo traveler.

Cons:

Areas for Improvement / Issues Encountered:
1. Persistent Odors & Ventilation: The building is older, and there was a noticeable, damp odor from the toilet sewer and cabinets the moment I walked in. Because the room lacks proper ventilation, the smell lingers. If you open the window, you get non-stop cooking smells from the neighbors; if you leave the bathroom door open, the sewer smell fills the studio. I stayed for two nights before my flight date, which was bearable, but I almost moved out on the second night.
2. Inaccurate Photos: The unit looked vastly different from the photos advertised on Booking.com. As guests choose rooms based on online images, I highly recommend the host update the photos to manage expectations and avoid disappointing future clients.
3. Layout and Maintenance: The workspace/dining table was completely set with plates, leaving no usable surface area or giving me additional chore on my holiday. The bar-style table and high chairs make this space unsuitable for a parent traveling with a child. Additionally, minor details are showing wear—there is visible rust and dust, and the bidet cannot be hung properly because the hose is jammed between the sink and the toilet.
4. Noise: The air conditioning unit is quite loud. Neighbour was driling between 8am to 10am. If you are a sensitive sleeper, I highly recommend bringing earplugs or cover your ears with the 4 pillows provided.
5. Unreliable Wi-Fi: Knowing the local internet infrastructure, I expected some lag, but the connection here only supports one device at a time. If I connected my laptop, my phone would lose connection. It was slow to the point where I couldn’t even book a ride-sharing app and had to ask the building receptionist to call a Grab taxi for me.

For €28, the price is very low but even at a budget price point, basic cleanliness, accurate photos, and odor control should be maintained.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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maricel couple ph
10
It was a pleasant stay …..staff was very accommodating making sure everything was provided for our comfort….
Pros:

Its location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Rossbert solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

I loved everything about the room. The location was perfect , a block away from the Venice Grand Canal !!
Marisa, the owner was very accommodating towards my request. Kudos to her. She replies instantly. , love her ...

Cons:

None

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
J
Jacques Knafo couple fr
9
Emplacement et accueil parfait
2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Norman couple ph
9
Simple well located unit. Perfect for our stay
Pros:

Nice unit located in a clean building. Owner greeted us in the lobby which a lot never happens in the Philippines.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Eric solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

Very clean, great location, friendly staff and handler.

Cons:

No complaints

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
F
Franz solo_traveller ph
10
Exceptional experience!
Pros:

Love this property and I definitely be back.

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Eric Peter solo_traveller us
9
Wonderful, clean, and professional kept.
Pros:

The property owner Marie is very social and she truly cares about those who stay at her place. She thinks of residence as family and treats them as such. Any issues that may arise and Marie is more than willing to address them and resolve them. My reservation was not found and she stepped in and offered me a place.

Cons:

The shower water was cold, and I don't like taking cold showers. Though there was a heating system, either I didn't know how to use it or it was defective. A minor inconvenience.

2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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Zina solo_traveller fr
1
Un cauchemar très loin de ce qui est annoncé aussitôt arrivée je suis repartie à 1h30 du matin !!! A fuire ne mérite à p
Pros:

Une très belle entrée quasi somptueuses, extérieur qui en met plein la vue

Cons:

Sale, traces douteuses, meubles délabrés, Clim qui semble ne pas fonctionner et en prime des CAFARDS qui grouillent avec 1 drap house et 1 couverture que je donnerai à mon chien ,

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Tony couple gb
9
Good for a night airport layover
Pros:

We only had a short nighttime layover so it was good as it was close to the airport, although close still about 20 mins away.
Had everything we needed and lots of eating places in the nearby mall.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Arnaud solo_traveller fr
10
Très bon séjour
Pros:

Très bon séjour, je recommande.
A commencer par le self check-in dès 5am.
Dialogue fluide avec l’hôte. Elle est même venue me faire coucou et me donner du PQ supplémentaire.
L’appart est super, bien décoré, le lit ultra confortable et il possède tous les équipements dont j’avais besoin, même pour cuisiner.
Je n’ai pas utilisé la salle de sport au rdc mais la piscine tous les jours était un vrai plaisir.

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Whiteford couple us
10
Awesome stay, will be back for aure
Pros:

The location

Cons:

Nothing, everything is perfect!

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Clandestine couple es
8
Comfortable and good
Pros:

The apartment and how small n convenient it was

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
P
Pasquale couple it
10
Pros:

Very comfortable and nice stay

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Matteo couple it
10
2026-01-21 via Nuitee