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Commercial airport serving Metro Manila, Philippines
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Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), commonly called NAIA, is the airport serving Manila, the capital of the Philippines, and its surrounding metropolitan area.
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This is the official airport church and NAIA is probably the only airport in the country, if not the world, with one. A large statue of the Virgin Mary stands on an island across from the church, at the corner of NAIA Road and Ninoy Aquino Avenue.
The church of Newport City and the seat of the Military Ordinariate of the Philippines, it is a popular venue for weddings. Its dome is visible from all parts of the airport complex.
Founded in 1974 as the Marcos Museum, today it's a modern museum showing the history of the Philippine Air Force and Philippine military aviation, as well as general aerospace science. A collection of historic PAF aircraft is on display outside the museum in the Aircraft Park, including the now-retired F-5.
Host to the Philippine Masters several times, it is a relatively flat course, but still challenging because of the trees, the terrain and the occasional strong wind. Some golfers claim it to be the best course in Metro Manila.
In a streamlined Art Deco style, the lounge competes with the MIASCOR Lounge for the title of NAIA's best lounge. One of two pay lounges at Terminal 1, it has a Wi-Fi bar, a buffet spread and a shower. The lounge is also known for its large fish tank. Access is free to American Express Platinum and UnionBank Gold and Platinum cardholders, BPI "Preferred Banking" clients, BDO Diamond Rewards members, and business class passengers flying on Malaysia Airlines, Philippine Airlines and United Airlines.
The larger of the two lounges at Terminal 3, it has a modern ambiance with ample seating, a large buffet spread and a shower room. Access is free to Priority Pass, DragonPass, BPI SkyMiles Platinum, and Citibank Prestige and PlatinumMiles cardholders, SkyTeam Elite Plus members, and business class passengers flying on Delta Air Lines and KLM.
It has a native feel. Reading materials, a buffet spread and business facilities are available, but no bathrooms. There is a separate buffet with halal-certified food. Access is free to The Club Card, Priority Pass and Diners Club cardholders, BPI "Preferred Banking" clients, BDO Diamond Rewards members, and business class passengers flying Air Niugini, Asiana Airlines, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, EVA Air, Gulf Air, Korean Air, Qantas, Turkish Airlines and XiamenAir.
Formerly known as the MIASCOR Skyview Lounge, it is known for its tasteful decor and its delicious buffet spread, although the spread is not as plentiful as the MIASCOR Lounge at Terminal 1. While it is the smaller of the two pay lounges at Terminal 3, there's lots of seating and outlets, and it also has a shower. Access is free to Priority Pass, Priority Access Club, AmEx Platinum, Citibank Platinum and PremierMiles, Diners Club and UnionBank Platinum cardholders, holders of certain RCBC Bankard credit cards, BDO Diamond Rewards members, Globe Telecom Platinum subscribers, and business class passengers flying on ANA and Emirates.
It has multiple sleeping facilities and is available to the public for a fee. Sleeping facilities include reclining lounge chairs, a small capsule hotel, twin rooms that can fit two people and a single family room that can fit four people. Twin rooms and the family room are outfitted with bunk beds. Access to shower facilities are made available when purchasing a package that includes either a capsule unit, a twin room or the family room. They also provide bathroom amenities, like shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothbrush and toothpaste. They also provide unlimited finger foods, non-alcoholic drinks, pay services like a massage and a foot spa, free wifi and a place to store your luggage. Their business center is rather small consisting only of a small table on top of which are two computers and a printer.
A local coffee chain known for its large selection of pastries, it has branches at Terminals 1 and 3.
The airport store of the Philippines' largest bakery sells a variety of pastries, pies and sweets, including their famous ensaymada and mamon.
Serving traditional Filipino carinderia (traditional eatery) fare, it has branches at Terminals 2 and 3.
The Philippines' largest fast food restaurant has branches at Terminals 1, 2 and 3. Serves typical American fast food fare, but with a Filipino twist.
This restaurant is a sister to Kaishu, said to be one of Manila's best Japanese restaurants.
Known for its entirely locally-sourced sustainable coffee and organic salads and sandwiches, it has branches at Terminals 2 and 3.
This restaurant serves food in the style of the local carinderias, with branches at Terminals 2 and 4. It is the only restaurant in Terminal 4. Food here, however, is severely overpriced relative to what is being served.
A decent Japanese restaurant in Terminal 3 best known for their gyudon and, of course, their Hokkaido ramen. One of the more popular restaurants in Terminal 3, it is often full.
Starbucks' sister chain has a branch at Terminal 3. Unlike other dining options at NAIA, prices here are the same as in other Seattle's Best Coffee branches outside the airport.
The Philippines' largest coffee chain is one of the newest offerings at Terminal 1, serving coffee and cold drinks, as well as other coffee shop fare.
This Canadian doughnut chain has a couple of dozen locations in Metro Manila, including one at Terminal 3's foodcourt. They serve brewed filter coffee, not espresso; many Canadians consider it far superior to Starbucks.
This Singaporean chain has one of its four branches in the Philippines at the airport, where it serves both its famous kaya toast and a number of traditional Singaporean dishes.
One of two mid-range options among the four hotels in Newport City, it has standard rooms, deluxe rooms and suites. No free breakfast.
Formerly the Remington Hotel, it is the largest and cheapest of the four hotels in Newport City, equipped with standard and deluxe rooms. No free breakfast.
The Philippines' first Marriott Hotel, it is one of two mid-range options for hotels in Newport City. Rooms have a panoramic view of either the airport or the Villamor Golf Course, and the hotel has its own casino. No free breakfast.
The most expensive hotel in Newport City and the first six-star hotel in the Philippines with 171 all-suite rooms which are all equipped with kitchens, bar facilities and a massage room, as well as individual in-room Wi-Fi and a personal butler. Unlike the Marriott, Belmont and Holiday Inn, there is free breakfast.
Go Hotels Manila Airport Road is a budget-friendly hotel strategically situated in Pasay City, Philippines. Located 10 to 15 minutes from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminals 1, 2, 3, and 4, the hotel offers convenience for travelers seeking quick and stress-free airport access. Its prime location also provides easy access to Metro Manila’s prominent shopping centers, lifestyle hubs, dining establishments, entertainment venues, and gaming destinations, making it a popular choice for both leisure and business travelers.
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This bookstore, which has stores at Terminals 1, 2 and 4, sells novels, travel guides, maps and periodicals in addition to Christian literature.
Known as the "pioneer of Philippine handbag design", its airport store has a variety of items from its collection on sale.
The Philippines' largest bookstore has two stores in Terminal 3: one each at the International and Domestic Wings. It has a good selection of books and periodicals, and has a nominal school supplies section.
A trendy clothing store in Terminal 3, it carries Team Manila merchandise, which make good souvenirs.
This souvenir shop has a variety of Filipino souvenirs, but it is better known for the giant, purple morion (a localized Roman soldier found in Marinduque) statue standing outside the entrance.
A famous retailer of Filipino handicrafts and souvenirs, it has stores at Terminals 1 and 3.
NAIA is famous for being difficult to transit through, especially if your connecting flight leaves from a different terminal. The terminals are in completely separate buildings that are not connected.
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