transport from sg megamall to astoria plaza suites
by musaphir
it is only a short distance from the sg megamall to astoria plaza suites. the shortest time we took was about six minutes by car.
the only problem is that there is generally a long taxi queue at the taxi stands near the mall.if one is prepared to wait the fare, depending on traffic conditions, is anything from forty to sixty pesos.
there are some touts offereing "service". what they mean is point to point transfer and immediately, allowing you to beat the taxi queue.
there charges can vary from one hudred to two hundred pesos.
thought i ought to share with members who might wish to use the transportation service in future.
musaphir
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by IamCCunnings
Ortigas Center is known to be the second-most important commercial and business district after Makati. Ortigas Center has numerous high-rise corporate edifices, residential condominiums, and commercial establishments. This 2007, there are three highlights awaiting its visitors: a unique Filipino- themed shopping center, an exciting event for the arts, and the continued popularity of an Ortigas hotel that has proven itself a truly relaxing place to stay.
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s.g. mall to astoria plaza suites
by musaphir
hi
can anyone suggest the best way of reaching astoria plaza suites from s.g. megamall. is it is walkable distance and is metro commute posssible.we also welcome comments on the astoria plaza suites in respect of cleanliness and hospitality. astoria plaza suties address is 15J escriva drive in pasig city.
musaphir
Re: s.g. mall to astoria plaza suites
by reeya
It is within walking distance if you don't have heavy luggage. Should be 5-10 minutes by cab
Re: s.g. mall to astoria plaza suites
by artman02
If you are referring to SM Megamall, the distance is not that far. They do have a free shuttle to and from Megamall and Robinsons Galleria. Just stay along the lighted and busy main streets if you decide to walk. I would not recommend you to take the back street route for your safety. I have stayed at Astoria in 2007 & 2008 and will again stay there this coming Monday for a few weeks. With respect to cleanliness and hospitality, I would rate them even higher than HI at Ortigas and Edsa. The location is about 3 blocks from the Shaw Blvd. Station of the MRT, while public transport meanwhile are aplenty a block from Astoria. Just ensure when taking a taxi, ask the driver to use the meter. If he refuses, flag another cab.
Re: s.g. mall to astoria plaza suites
by musaphir
hi
this response is to thank all the members who contributed towards my enquiry.
regards
musaphir