There's not much of a backpacker trail in the Philippines, which was actually one of the things I loved about it. But, it means that sometimes the lodging can be...well...funny. But Red Carabao is amazing! Clean, cool, quiet dorms. Delicious bread with peanut butter and coffee for breakfast. Nice hot showers. Close to the subway. And Aldrich, whose family owns... More

Very nice and very relaxing place in the bustlig city of Manila. To me - location is perfect. Close (10 minutes on foot aprox) to the LRT station, but located in quiet and safe neighborhood, next to the Chinese Cementary. Awesome family restaurant on the main street nearby hostel. Dorm room was great, beds comfortable, there is even an AC,... More

This is a great accommodation option for Manila. The staff are very nice and friendly and can help you organize whatever you need. It is very clean and comfortable too. Great place to stay in Manila. www.RedCarabao.com

This felt more like staying in somebody’s private house than in a hostel really. The place was very clean and friendly, and the staff very welcoming. The taxi driver seemed surprised that I’d chosen to stay so far from the centre, although in truth there is no real centre in Manila and just a lot of districts thrown together. Whether... More

This hostel is in a residential area north of the main tourist areas. I liked being able to see more of everyday life, but if you want to be in the center of the action, this is not it. I stayed only one night and chose it because I was taking a night bus north the next day. I am... More

The Red Carabao is located at Abad Santos LRT which is definitely a plus if traveling by daylight. It is not recommended to travel on the LRT alone after dark and the LRT is often closed y 9pm anyway. If you are brave you can take a Jipney back to the hostel in the evenings. If you are woman traveling... More

I stayed in the three bed dorm. The place is really nice, clean and friendly. The kitchen is a big plus and free breakfast (even if just bread and coffee) is always welcome. Free use of internet isn't that common in the Philippines so I was surprised that they offered it. I'd recommend Red Carabao to anyone going to Manila.

The Red Carabao is a lovely little hostel, almost like a homestay outside the centre of Manilla. As soon as you arrive you are welcomes like an old friend and you'll feel at home untill you leave. There's a fridge and kitchen which is stocked and free to use, breakfast is supplied and free, the living room is a great... More