Franchise One Hotel

Firstly, every taxi driver we had found it extremely difficult to find our hotel. not sure of this is part of their game of whether it really is located somewhere obscure. The hotel was what you would expect for the price. Wifi is only available downstairs in the lobby. When we arrived there was an advertisement for half price accommodation and discounted meals and massages if it was your birthday during your stay. It was my birthday however they wouldn't honour the offer as I had booked online. There is also no lift. For western tourists I would recommend staying in Pasay City or Malate as there is not much happening in Makati, only smaller malls mor suitable for local shoppers and no apparent restaurants only take away type places

Before my flight last 13 Nov 2012, I was cramming to find a hotel in Makati. As I lived there for years, I practically know which location is convenient and safe for travellers. I saw this Franchise One and got interested because the owner of St. Illian’s Inn at the same place is basically the owner of this Franchise One. And for years I know that St. Illian’s Inn is a nice place for foreigners. So when I reached the airport, I called them to assist if they can book for me on that same day and I was accommodated promptly. The place is definitely not so far to the airport, the giant malls like Glorietta, Landmark and SM Makati. Just walking distant, you will see the Waltermart Mall and Makati Square for cheap items. Fast foods are around the corner and the IRD is equally nice to try. The room itself is cozy with the soft bed and pillow, clean bed sheets and towels which are very important for travelers as you only get to stay in the room in the night after one whole day of exploring the place. The staffs are genuinely helpful and accommodating. The room got amenities like refrigerators, TV, hot and cold shower and blower. The water is excellent and you don’t have to worry about being late for your appointment. You can bathe as long as you want as it won’t run out. The price for a night is satisfactory considering the area is in Makati. The rest of the Inns or Hotels within the area might be of the same or higher price. And personally, I’m very familiar with the place because I was once a bed spacer in Washington and Evangelista Street. If there is a room for improvement that is the water in the bath area clogs. For two rooms I occupied, 3050 and 4050, the issue is the same. And having no lift, going to the room by stairs is not a big issue (As they assist in bringing your luggage and things!). And the best part that any traveler should consider is the security. Being a small hotel or Inn, they can monitor closely the people coming up to the floors because they locked the gate to the rooms and it’s so great!

taxis didnt know the hotel but found it without any problem. plenty of hot water and internet access was good. the people working there were very friendly and helpful

I just stayed at Franchise One in Makati and and found it to be a very comfortable, value hotel. The staff were friendly, the facilities clean and orderly and the location is excellent... just a short walk away from the Makati Central Business District. The hotel has a small restaurant in the lobby that serves value meals. I had some fettachini and a sandwich, both were excellent at about US$5-6 each. I was also impressed with hotel security, which included cameras at strategic locations and a security door controlled by the receptionist, at the main entrance. They provide free internet in the lobby and room internet service for about US$5 a day. I found my room to be clean and comfortable, nothing fancy... but very nice for the money. The restroom was also good with an excellent hot and cold shower and nice fixtures. The water pressure (which is a big deal in Manila) was also outstanding! The only downside I can report, is the hotel only has a few parking spaces. But most visitors, like myself just walk or take taxis, so is not big deal. Bottom line, I highly recommend the Franchise Inn to anyone interested in a budget hotel in downtown Makati. During my stay I also noticed a similar hotel just down the street called St Illians Inn... I was told this is owned by the same owners, and from the looks of the lobby and from outside... it may be a good alternative, if Franchise One is fully booked.

Staff was great. Location was 15 minutes (via skyway) to airport. Mang Inasal just around the block. Very clean. Their wifi rules are annoying, you have to ask them for extra 60 minutes over and over. No elevator. Someone has to follow you to your room to turn your a/c on for you.

The hotel is OK, but we don't think we got a good deal for what we paid.The room was generally OK and clean, but the towels needed replacement.

Friendly staff, good roomservice. Good thing that you could rent a laptop to your room. A small minus to the staff for forgetting my wakeup call one morning.

Hotel staff were great but there was no sunlight in the bedroom, street it was on was pretty rough and not a single taxi driver knew how to find it. Food was great, dining room good.

Not much here...Basic place with very basic rooms and even more basic bathrooms. Breakfast was not good. Location is off the main drag so requires a taxi ride. It's in the "Washington" area of Makati.

Rather strict policies with limited flexibility. Especially in regards to extending check out time even by a few (15) minutes - possible only at additional fee. Something already mentioned - frequent pop ups asking to re-enter WiFis password... I don't see a reason why the password couldn't work (without re-entering) for the whole 24hrs (especially, that number of places in Manila offers free and open internet). I stayed there for one night and it was overall ok, but I can imagine getting really tired of all the restrictions if staying for a longer period of time.