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Manila

Manila works best when the resort handles most of the trip. Keep the route clean, choose a room that supports long days, and save off-time for one strong meal and a short reset.

Integrated resort stopAsia circuit flexibilitySimple stay-and-play setup
Next seriesAPPT Manila 2026

Upcoming 2026

VenueOkada Manila

Jul 23, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

Default originsSeoul and Singapore

3 seeded flight entry points

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Upcoming 2026Okada Manila

APPT Manila 2026

Jul 23, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026

Tournament schedule overview

Key events worth building the trip around

Highlighted events surface first, with the rest of the schedule beneath for a quick scan.

HighlightNLH

APPT Manila Main Event

PHP 85,000

Built for players who want a resort-contained Asia stop with one clear flagship event.

Jul 28, 12:00 PM4 days
NLHPHP 300,000

High Roller

A premium side piece if you are already set up inside the resort.

Jul 31, 1:00 PM2 days

Trip tools

Curated travel picks, built for tournament players.

Exactly three options per category by default, plus a local-only travel profile and demo player-stay signal.

Current page: /manila?origin=Sydney

Stay close to the venue

Hotels

One budget, one best-value, one luxury. No booking noise.

Budget base11 min drive

Red Planet Aseana

$72 avg/night

  • Clean value option
  • Short ride to Okada
  • Good for satellites and short trips
Book stay
Best valueOn-site

Okada Manila

$240 avg/night

  • Best all-around convenience
  • Integrated resort flow
  • The easiest APPT default
Book stay
Luxury pick9 min drive

Nobu Hotel Manila

$330 avg/night

  • Quiet premium rooms
  • Excellent dining nearby
  • Best for combining poker and meetings
Book stay

From Sydney

Flights

Curated for speed, price, and a premium fallback.

CheapestCebu Pacific

12:20 to 18:35

$274

  • 8h 15m
  • Sydney to Manila
  • Affiliate placement ready
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Best valueQantas

09:30 to 15:35

$462

  • 8h 05m
  • Sydney to Manila
  • Affiliate placement ready
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PremiumQantas Business

08:25 to 14:20

$1,420

  • 7h 55m
  • Sydney to Manila
  • Affiliate placement ready
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Off-day shortlist

Activities

One recovery play, one social meal, one memorable experience.

Relaxed / recoveryOkada Manila

Okada spa window

The easiest recovery slot if you want to stay fully inside the resort bubble.

Reserve spot
Food / socialMakati

Sunset dinner at The Peak

A polished social option for a short APPT trip where time matters.

Reserve spot
ExperienceBayfront

Manila Bay reset cruise

A half-day off-table option that feels distinct without creating complex transport overhead.

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