Ready to hit the dance floor? Check out our top picks for the hottest nightclubs in Metro Manila right now. We’ve selected them based on the crowd and vibe they offer.
You’ll find nightclubs mainly in four areas: Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in Taguig, Poblacion in Makati, Tomas Morato in Quezon City, and Malate in Manila. Generally, BGC and Makati clubs are fancier than those in Quezon City and Malate, but all Manila clubs are buzzing, especially on weekends.
Table of Contents
- 1. Xylo at The Palace
- 2. Bolthole
- 3. Clubhouse at The Palace
- 4. Sanctuary Poblacion
- 5. URBN Club
- 6. Revel at The Palace
- 7. G-Side Night Club
- Reminders:
1. Xylo at The Palace
Formerly known as Valkyrie, Xylo reigns as the most popular nightclub and arguably the finest in Metro Manila. Situated in The Palace, an entertainment hub in BGC Taguig, Xylo boasts a sprawling dance floor embellished with expansive LED walls. A lineup of known DJs takes the helm each night, who usually play a mix of hip hop, RnB, house, and EDM hits.
Given its immense popularity, securing reservations in advance is recommended, especially during weekends when Xylo is consistently at full capacity. Entrance fees stand at 1,500 PHP on regular days, with the cheapest cocktail table accommodating four guests priced at 10,000 PHP during peak weekends.
Xylo welcomes guests from Wednesday to Saturday, with the festivities kicking off at 10 PM and extending into the early morning hours.
2. Bolthole
Bolthole in Poblacion, Makati, is a favorite hangout for young folks who love to dance and party hard. It’s always bustling with Gen Z and Millennials, drawing big crowds every night, even on weekdays. Sure, it can get pretty packed, but the vibe feels like a cool basement party that everyone’s buzzing about.
The club offers standing tables for up to 4 guests at 5,000 PHP, with an additional 500 PHP per extra guest and a 500 PHP entrance fee. Doors open at 9 PM.
3. Clubhouse at The Palace
Formerly known as BAD, Clubhouse shares a location with Xylo at The Palace. However, it caters to a noticeably younger crowd, predominantly college students, and maintains a much smaller area than Xylo, aiming for an underground vibe.
The venue’s maximalist murals, neon lights, and concept corners make it perfect for Instagram. On weekends, cocktail tables are priced at 10,000 PHP, while walk-in guests are charged an entrance fee of 1,500 PHP per head, which includes two cocktail drinks. Clubhouse operates from Tuesday to Saturday, from 10 PM to 4 AM.
4. Sanctuary Poblacion
Sanctuary is located in Poblacion, Makati, atop a low-rise building. Divided into indoor and outdoor areas by glass walls, the club is not huge so it can fill up quickly, especially on weekends. Expect great music and a lively atmosphere.
Entrance costs 500 PHP per person, which includes 2 tokens for free beers or cocktails. If you want a reserved table, it’s 4000 PHP. Sanctuary is open Thursday to Saturday, 5 PM to 4 AM, and Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday, 5 PM to 3 AM.
5. URBN Club
URBN has two spots in Metro Manila: URBN QC on Timog Avenue, Quezon City, and URBN Makati on Makati Avenue, Poblacion, Makati. URBN QC started in 2015, and URBN Makati came after, but it’s bigger. Both places have dancers in heels doing pole dancing.
From Sunday to Thursday, you can get a cocktail table if you buy one bottle of hard liquor. But on Fridays and Saturdays, you need to spend at least PHP 5,000 on drinks to get a table, and that also lets five people in without paying the entry fee. There’s no fee to enter on weekdays, but on weekends, it’s PHP 300.
They’re open from 10 pm to 5 am on weekdays and from 9 pm to 6 am on weekends.
6. Revel at The Palace
Revel at The Palace is Manila’s most luxurious nightclub, offering a lavish experience with top-shelf liquor, VIP bottle service, and renowned DJs. It caters primarily to a mature audience of professionals, celebrities, and high-profile guests.
Unlike regular clubs where you can easily chat with others, Revel has big couches more suited for hanging out with your group. Inside, it’s got a classy look with lots of wood and black and gold accents. You’ll need to book ahead to get in. A cocktail table for four costs Php 8,000, fully consumable drinks and bar chow. Revel is open Wednesday to Saturday, starting at 10 PM.
7. G-Side Night Club
G-Side Night Club is located on Tomas Morato Avenue in Quezon City. It’s a two-story club with a striking circular chandelier in the center, where pole dancers perform. Being near ABS-CBN and GMA, it’s not uncommon to spot celebrities here.
There are no table fees, and entrance is free for females all week, but males pay 500 PHP on weekends. The club is open all week from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM, offering a lively atmosphere for partygoers.
Reminders:
- Avoid accepting drinks from strangers. Some people tamper with them by adding party drugs.
- Most clubs have a dress code. Make sure to dress accordingly.
- Stick with your friends throughout the night. Establish a meeting point in case you get separated, especially in crowded clubs where the energy can get overwhelming.
- Stay mindful of pickpockets.
- Be cautious when using your phone on the streets outside the clubs, particularly in areas like Poblacion, Makati, and Malate. Incidents of thieves on motorcycles snatching phones from clubgoers have been reported.
- Tip: Avoid paying for club entrance by finding a promoter who can add your names to the guestlist.
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