Manila's BEST 1BR w/ Balcony? Tower 11 Trees Residences Awaits!

Trees Residences - Tower 11 1BR with Balcony Manila Philippines

Manila's BEST 1BR w/ Balcony? Tower 11 Trees Residences Awaits!

Manila's BEST 1BR w/ Balcony? Tower 11 Trees Residences Awaits! - A Surprisingly Honest Review (With Some Rambling Bits)

Okay, let's be real. Finding a decent place to crash in Manila can feel like navigating a minefield of dodgy reviews and questionable photos. BUT, I’ve just emerged from a stay at Tower 11 Trees Residences, and I'm here to spill the tea (and maybe a little bit of that complimentary bottled water) on whether it truly lives up to the hype of being "Manila's BEST 1BR w/ Balcony." Buckle up, because this is going to be a long, messy, and hopefully, helpful review.

The First Impression (The Good, The Bad, and The "Wait, What?"):

First off, the accessibility situation is decent. The elevators are there, which is a HUGE win in Manila. Wheelchair access wasn't something I specifically tested, but the common areas seemed reasonably navigable, though I'd definitely recommend calling ahead to confirm specific details. (My own mobility is top notch I'll have you know.)

The location? Well, that's where things get interesting. It's not smack dab in the middle of, say, Makati's glitz and glamour. It's more… suburban-adjacent. Good for escaping the relentless chaos, but be prepared to factor in some travel time.

The Room: My Safe Space (and Where the Magic Happens… Mostly Sleeping):

My 1BR with a balcony did, indeed, exist. And it was actually… surprisingly good. Spacious enough to not feel claustrophobic (a major victory in Manila hotel rooms, trust me), with a decent view (nothing mindblowing, but hey, a balcony!). The air conditioning was a lifesaver, because Manila is like a giant, sweaty hug. The blackout curtains were a godsend – crucial for surviving the jet lag.

The Details That Matter (Because Let's Be Honest, We're All Weirdly Particular):

• Internet: Praise be! Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! And, surprisingly, it actually worked. Streaming Netflix was a breeze (important for my sanity). I didn’t even bother with the Internet [LAN].
• Cleanliness and Safety: I'm a bit of a germaphobe, so this was a major concern. They had a pretty impressive setup going: Anti-viral cleaning products, daily disinfection in common areas, rooms sanitized between stays, and hand sanitizer everywhere. The staff seemed genuinely committed to hygiene, and that put my mind at ease. It also seemed nice to have staff trained in safety protocol. First aid kit at least sounded hopeful, Hot water linen and laundry washing should prove to be helpful.
• Services and Conveniences: Daily housekeeping was efficient and discreet (a plus!). Laundry service was available. Cash withdrawal was easy with the on-site ATM. The presence of a convenience store was excellent.

The Amenities (A Mixed Bag, Like My Mental State Before Coffee):

• Things to Do/Ways to Relax: Okay, this is where Trees Residences really shines. The Swimming pool [outdoor] was beautiful, with that pool with view, and a decent place to chill. They had a fitness center which I managed to use once, which is a win. A Spa/Spa/sauna and steamroom? I'll admit, I felt like royalty as I sweated. The potential for a massage was really tempting.
• Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: The restaurants seemed pretty good, and for a girl who loves coffee/tea in restaurant, they had it. I did not try the bar or the poolside bar, but that’s only because the moment I woke up was the moment I needed to get going.

The Rambling Bits (Because Real Life Is Messy):

I did not partake in the body scrub or wrap. The thought of being naked in front of a stranger… it was never going to happen. Nor did I need some breakfast in my room. Why would I order breakfast at my room when I was sleeping in my own bed? Nor did I use the room service [24-hour]. The only service that really mattered to me was the wake-up service. I did not see a doctor/nurse on call. I wouldn’t have needed one, I think.

• My Imperfections: Oh yes, I never got any photos of the hotel. Let's blame this on the jet lag. Or my terrible memory. Or both.

The Downsides (Because Nothing's Perfect):

• The location might not be for everyone.
• The food wasn't mind-blowingly amazing, though it was good enough.
• I wish every room had a view.

The Verdict: Should You Book?

YES! If you're looking for a comfortable, clean, and well-equipped stay in Manila, with a decent location (especially if you want to be a bit away from the chaos), then Tower 11 Trees Residences is a solid choice. The amenities, the cleanliness, and the overall vibe make it a winner.

My emotional reaction? After a few days of exploring Manila's crowded streets and chaotic vibe, walking into my room with a balcony felt like I had a moment of peace in paradise.

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Trees Residences - Tower 11 1BR with Balcony Manila Philippines

Okay, buckle up, buttercups. We’re going on a trip… a trip to the heart of Trees Residences - Tower 11 in Manila. Not the heart, mind you. The apartment. And it's a 1BR with a balcony. Sounds glamorous, right? (Spoiler alert: it's Manila, so… we'll see.)

My Manila Meltdown (and Maybe a Little Magic) - A Trees Residences Adventure

Day 1: Arrival and the Great Luggage Labyrinth

• 08:00 AM (ish) - Ugh. Airport. I hate airports. Seriously, is there a more soul-crushing place on Earth? The fluorescent lights, the endless lines, the crying babies… pure torture. Landed in Manila, humidity already slapping me in the face like an enthusiastic aunt. Found my way through the arrival crowd, which was like running the gauntlet of a particularly aggressive street market. Managed to locate my luggage (praise the travel gods!), which felt far more momentous than it deserved.
• 09:30 AM (approximately) - Taxi! Haggled with the driver. Manila taxi drivers. A study in the art of the deal. Felt like I'd won a small victory when I got the price down (probably still overpaid, but hey, survival!). Queued for like 30 minutes because of Manila traffic.
• 10:30 AM (hopefully) - Arrival at Trees Residences. Okay, the lobby has some…potential. Looks okay. Smells of something a little floral, a little stale. The security guard, bless his weary soul, seems to have seen it all. Checked in. Instructions vague. Found the elevator… and then the real adventure began.
• 10:45 AM - Tower 11, 1BR with Balcony. Aha! Apartment unlocked. I walk in, and… (takes a deep breath) okay. It's… small. But clean-ish. The balcony… oh, the balcony. Okay, it's a balcony. It has a view. Of… other buildings. And a sliver of sky. Manila sky. Which is, let’s be honest, usually gray-ish. The AC is roaring like a confused jet engine. Immediately start sweating. My inner voice is screaming.
• 11:00 AM - Unpacking (or trying to). The wardrobe isn't big. My shirts look like they are from the back of a closet after a 24-hour stint.
• 11:30 AM - Laundry. Nope. I'm still sweating.
• 12:00 PM - Lunch! Found a local "eatery" (read: street food stall) nearby. Ordered something I think was chicken adobo. Tasted… okay. The woman running the stall gave me a look that said, "You're a tourist, aren't you?" Yup.
• 01:00 PM - Nap time. The AC is on max. This is a good life.

Day 2: Exploring (or Trying To) and a Lesson in Patience

• 08:00 AM - Okay, woke up. Feel mostly rested, which is a Manila miracle. Coffee, instant, but still coffee.
• 09:00 AM - Attempting to navigate Manila. Google Maps is both a blessing and a curse. Took the jeepney (definitely a cultural experience!). Felt simultaneously exhilarated and terrified. Manila traffic. A special kind of chaos. Saw some things. Smelled some things. Experienced things.
• 10:00 AM - Went to the mall. Every Manila experience is the same.
• 12:00 PM - Lunch at the mall. At least I won't get food poisoning.
• 01:00 PM - Back to the apartment. Seriously considering staying in the AC all day. The sun is brutal. The noise is unrelenting. My brain is starting to melt.
• 02:00 PM - Balcony time. It's… a space. The view… still mostly buildings. But I'm drinking a San Miguel Light, and for a moment, it's not so bad. I actually get why people like living here. The energy. The chaos. The sheer survivability of it all.
• 06:00 PM - Dinner. Found a restaurant! Ate some food and took an early night because it was a long day.

Day 3: A Deep Dive (into Adobo and My Feelings)

• 09:00 AM - Slept in! Bliss. Maybe I'm starting to adapt. Or maybe it's just the exhaustion.
• 10:00 AM - I walk out of the apartment. I explore around.
• 12:00 PM - Ordered Adobo at the restaurant. It was the most beautiful, most delicious, most perfectly cooked plate of Adobo I have ever encountered. The rich, savory sauce, the tender chicken, the subtle tang of vinegar… it was pure comfort. Pure, culinary happiness. Sat there and just… savored it. Seriously, this adobo transcends the apartment. It transcends Manila! It was… a moment.
• 02:00 PM - Stared at the balcony. Stared at the buildings. Stared at the sky. This is my new hobby.
• 04:00 PM - Laundry. I can finally say, I did laundry in Manila!!
• 06:00 PM - Contemplated another San Miguel Light. Decided against it. Maybe tomorrow, I'll get it.

Day 4: Departure and Afterthoughts

• 08:00 AM - Packing. The feeling of dread mixed with a touch of wistfulness. Manila has gotten under my skin.
• 09:00 AM - One final coffee on the balcony. The buildings now seem less imposing, more… part of the landscape.
• 10:00 AM - Check out. Goodbye, Tower 11. Farewell, questionable smells and buzzing AC. Hello, future travel plans and hopefully, a return someday.
• 11:00 AM - Airport.
• 12:00 PM - Plane.

Final Thoughts:

Trees Residences, Tower 11, 1BR with Balcony… it wasn’t luxury. It wasn't perfect. But it was real. It was Manila. And maybe… just maybe… I’d do it again. And that little balcony, despite its humble view? It grew on me.

(Also, that adobo. I will dream of that adobo.)

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Okay, Spill the Beans: Is Tower 11 at Trees Residences REALLY Manila's Best 1BR with a Balcony? Be Honest!

Alright, alright, settle down, drama queens! "Best" is a *massive* word, right? Like, "best ever?" No. But... *damn*, Tower 11 at Trees Residences? It's *seriously* in the running. Let me tell you, I've seen some apartments in this city. I've seen shoeboxes, I've seen concrete tombs, and I've seen places where the "balcony" was basically a glorified window ledge meant for a single, sad-looking potted plant. Tower 11? It's got a *real* balcony! I lived there for six months. The breeze! Oh, the glorious, Manila-defying breeze! Seriously, the humidity in this city… sometimes you just *need* to feel the wind in your hair, even if it's just a tiny balcony breeze. And the view? Depends on your unit, of course. Mine had a view of… well, mostly other buildings, but the sunset was… *chef's kiss*. Okay, maybe not *chef’s kiss* every single night, but some nights, it was pure gold. Forget those Instagram filters; the Manila sunset from *that* balcony was the real deal. So, best? High on the list? Absolutely. Would I rent it again? In a heartbeat, if my bank account allowed it. Which it sadly doesn't. Sigh.

But Seriously, What's the Actual Space Like? Is it Cramped? Because I'm Not a Fan of Feeling Like a Sardine.

Okay, so sardine-can living… yeah, been there, done that, hated it. The 1BRs in Tower 11 aren't *huge*, let's be real. They're not mansions. But they're… *livable*. Think smart layout. The developers actually thought about functionality *slightly*. (A pleasant surprise in Manila, let me tell you.) There's a decent-sized living area, enough space for a small sofa, a TV, and maybe a coffee table if you're feeling ambitious. The bedroom is… well, big enough for a queen-sized bed. And, crucially, *still* have space to *walk* around the bed! Which is a major win. I’m clumsy, and I need space to avoid knocking into things. The kitchen, though… it's a *tiny* efficiency kitchen. If you’re a serious cook, you might struggle. But for me, a microwave enthusiast and instant-noodle connoisseur? Perfect. And the balcony? The saving grace. It made the whole thing feel, dare I say, *airy*. And that's worth its weight in gold in Manila. Seriously.

The Amenities! What Are They *Really* Like? I've Seen Glamorous Photos... Then Reality Hits.

Ah, the amenities. The siren song of condo living. The *promise* of luxury. So, Trees Residences? The pictures *are* pretty accurate. The pool? Actually nice. Slightly crowded on weekends (duh), but clean and inviting. I definitely spent a few afternoons there, nursing a San Miguel Light and pretending to be on vacation. The gym... it exists. It had the usual equipment, but it was also *always* busy. Which is fine, I guess. But if you are looking for an empty gym... Maybe get up at 5 am? That's what the hardcore people do. (I never did. I like sleep.) The playground is cute if you have kids (I don't), and there's a little convenience store. The security is also top-notch. Seriously, you are practically under constant surveillance. Which, for all its faults, makes you feel a bit safe. I liked that. Overall? Not bad. Not five-star hotel amazing, but definitely a step up from the hole-in-the-wall apartment blocks I'd lived in before. The amenities are good enough to make up for a few shortfalls in the unit.

Location, Location, Location! Is It Convenient? Or a Nightmare of Traffic?

Okay, this is a BIG one. Traffic in Manila? A living hell, a soul-crushing experience, a daily battle of wills. Trees Residences is... *okay*. It depends on where you work/play. If you work nearby? Score! Lucky you. If you have to commute to Makati or Ortigas during rush hour? Godspeed, my friend. You’ll need it. The good news is, it's close to… well, *stuff*. Malls, restaurants, all the usual suspects. Grab and Angkas are readily available. But the traffic, oh, the traffic. I vividly remember one time, I was trying to get to a date. I had a *date*! And I missed the first hour due to traffic. It was a disaster, and I was late. It was awful. The point is, yeah, the location is generally good, but factor in *significant* commute times if you're going anywhere outside the immediate vicinity. Or just learn to love working from home. I did. That balcony was also good for a beer while stuck.

Downsides? Be Brutally Honest! What Did You *Hate* About Living There?

Okay, okay. Let's get real. What DID I hate? Well… the noise. Manila is a noisy city, but sometimes, it felt like all the noise was *directed* at the building. The construction of *another* building nearby, the car alarms, the karaoke – it was constant. The elevators. Oh, the elevators. Sometimes they were *agonizingly* slow. And, occasionally, they would break down. Leaving me to climb 15 floors with groceries. Not fun. The cockroaches. Yes, unfortunately, those little buggers. I had to call pest control around 3 times. Also, the price. It's not *cheap*. You’re paying for the amenities, the security, the "lifestyle." So, if you're on a tight budget, it might not be for you. And the internet… the internet could be spotty. Which, in the digital age, is a major bummer. Especially when you work from home. So, yeah. It wasn't all sunshine and rainbows. It was Manila, after all.

Final Verdict: Would You Recommend Tower 11 at Trees Residences? Spill it!

Okay, the big question. Would I recommend it? Honestly? *Yes*, with caveats. If you value a decent space, a *real* balcony, and some decent amenities, and if you're willing to put up with the Manila quirks (traffic, noise, the occasional creepy-crawly), then yeah. It's a good option. The key is setting your expectations. It's not perfect. It's not a palace. But it's a solid choice for a 1BR in this crazy city. Would I live there again? As I said before… if I could afford it! It's not perfect, but it's pretty darn good. And that balcony? Oh, that balcony. You'll miss it. I do. And I’m still searching forDigital Nomad Hotels

Trees Residences - Tower 11 1BR with Balcony Manila Philippines

Trees Residences - Tower 11 1BR with Balcony Manila Philippines

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