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2819 Felix Huertas Street, Manila, Philippines

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jlagoy
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The Real Alternative-Style Hostel Aug 14, 2009

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When it comes to classy, this place is it. Easily one of the cleanest and homiest hostels I have ever stayed at. Very friendly and personable staff. Seriously, ask them anything and watch them go out of their way to make your stay just a little bit more satisfying at Red Carabao and in Manila. And at such an affordable price for so many perks (A/C, cleanliness, breakfast, kitchen, service, internet, proximity to the LRT/MRT lines, etc.), this place is the perfect fusion for everyone from stingy backpackers to those seeking all the comforts of home in one place. Definitely a 5-star place at a 1-star fleapit price. For all it's pluses, I was only disappointed that I could stay just one night. You too will hope you could stay longer as you realize all that Red Carabao and Manila have to offer.

Red Carabao Information and Description

Looking for a place to rest after a long and arduous walk in the heat of Manila? Red Carabao is your place. Opened in July 2009, Manila's newest, modern, alternative, self-service hostel is located in a quiet, clean, safe & peaceful neighborhood outside the Main Gate of the historic Chinese Cemetery in Santa Cruz district of Manila, just north of Malate. Away from the 'sensuous' (and sketchy) red light district, but within easy & close reach of everything Manila has to offer, it's the only hostel next to an...(see more) LRT station- your cheap, fast, green, and convenient way to reach essentially all of Metro Manila. (Believe us, you don't want to roam the neon-lit Malate/Ermita area, notorious among locals for cheap, dirty nightlife. The Tomas Morato/Timog neighborhoods is where real clubs are at-- and we're closest to it! Google it.) In addition to squeaky-clean bathrooms, fresh linens, free internet, a modern kitchen, and eco standards, Red Carabao is above all, every guest's home away from home. And it is a home on a mission, promoting everything Filipino and contributing 10% of all our proceeds to charities in Manila. So if your goal isn't to explore shady bars, we're your honest-to-goodness best choice. Our rates, the free amenities, and the LRT will save you time, money, and even your Manila trip altogether (from unwanted pain and regret). Not to mention, the crowd here is much, much cooler than, say, other hostels lacking a common lounge. Whether backpacking, on a business travel, or just taking a pit stop, Red Carabao is committed to help you have a safe, wonderful time in Manila. So see you soon! Or as we say in Tagalog, hanggang sa muli! (Because part of Red Carabao's proceeds benefit charities in Manila, we invite our guests to help us give more by avoiding the 10% online commission and hideous service charges here. We'd be delighted to welcome you with or without prior notice. Come as you are! We've got beds for you, just follow the directions.) ================================================= HOW TO REACH US. ================================================= 1) BY LRT (cheapest, fastest, most reliable, recommended): From the airport, take a taxi to the LRT-1 BACLARAN Station and head 20 minutes north to ABAD SANTOS Station for only P15. Then below the station, take a tricycle to the 'Main Gate of Chinese Cemetery' at the end of Felix Huertas Street (In Filipino: 'Sa dulo ng Felix Huertas, malapit sa Chinese Cemetery'), for P20. We are 5 houses from the Main Gate in the tallest white building on the block. Cost: approx. P75. 2) BY CAB (convenient only if with more than a backpack): From the Manila International Airport, direct the driver to the 'Chinese Cemetery near the Chinese General Hospital in Santa Cruz' (In Filipino: 'Sa Sementeryo ng Intsik malapit sa CGH sa Santa Cruz'). The 6-km ride should take you north along Roxas Boulevard by the Manila Bay, then past the City Hall, National Museum, & Quiapo Church. Once by the hospital, have the driver take you to the Main Gate of the Chinese Cemetery on Felix Huertas Street (cross street: Aurora). Our 7-storey white building is impossible to miss. Fare should be around P350 in moderate traffic. Email us for exact directions. ================================================= PLEASE UNDERSTAND BEFORE YOU BOOK: ================================================= Red Carabao is a hostel for international backpackers. Unfortunately we don't accept bookings by Philippine nationals anymore. Reservations made by Philippine nationals will be deemed void. Also our facility also does not allow us to welcome guests under 16. And we have the balls to say: absolutely no sex tourists. It violates the laws and dignity of our countrymen.

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