Halina Hotel Sta. Mesa

On hotel row in the Santa Mesa district, this hotel seems to cater to... er... intimate experience. They rent by the hour, 12-hours, 24-hours. I stayed there (by myself unfortunately), for 4 nights. At first the system seems shady. You pay cash in advance-- no receipt-- and, if staying for 24 hours, you choose your breakfasts (2 breakfasts for every room)) and room delivery time. Stay another night, pay again. But it's a great system (unlike US hotels which have the same check-out time no matter when you check in)... you get a full 24 hours for each 1000 pesos (about $20). The rooms are clean, though poorly lit. There is air conditioning, a shower, sink, toilet, toothbrush, soap, but NO toilet paper. Wifi is spotty. Except for the huge mirror next to the bed, accommodations are basic... but the staff is great, and you get more than your money's worth.