I ♥️ W Onsen and Spa Ortigas Makati 2026 - A Review

✨ SPA / BATHHOUSE REVIEW: W Onsen & Spa

📍 Location: Ortigas, Pasig City (newly opened May 2026)

📅 Date visited: June 2026 (weekday)

⏰ Business hours: 2:30 PM – 2:00 AM

✅ First Impression & Vibe

Japan!!! Simple, functional, and calm — not overly fancy, but quiet and purpose-built for men. Lighting is warm and dim; it never feels crowded, so it offers plenty of privac

The reception area is welcoming, and the staff are pleasant, accommodating, and polite. They clearly explain everything for first-time visitors, walk you through the facility layout, and even offer to take photos.

 

- Secure keypad lockers, towels, slippers, and Yukata robes are provided

- Separate lockers for footwear — you enter the spa barefoot

- Main lockers line the hallway leading to the wet area; ventilation is good, with no stale odors

- Separate toilet and vanity rooms are available

- The dining area is spacious, designed like a Japanese restaurant, and has a premium aesthetic. Bento meals, and drinks are served until 1:30 am ; the food is warm and tasty. As a nice touch, unlimited iced tea is free.

♨️ Bath / Onsen / Sauna Facilities

1st Floor – Wet Area

- Japanese-style hot mineral onsen pools

- Finnish dry sauna (spacious)

- Steam room (divided into two L-shaped sections, one with an outdoor view)

- Rain showers with body wash

- Note: Shower area has 4 cubicles with no doors or curtains

- Water is clean and properly heated; tiles and surfaces are well maintained

- Guests receive a small onsen-style towel and Yukata robe; the belt takes a little practice to tie, but it looks great

 

2nd Floor – Massage Area

- Private (VIP) and semi-private treatment rooms for full privacy

3rd Floor – Relaxation Lounge

- Quiet rest and sleeping area

- Free Wi-Fi and charging stations

- Clean, dimly lit, with a relaxing Japanese-inspired ambiance

 

 

💆 Treatments & Services

- Signature W Onsen Massage: My therapist was Baby Boy — friendly and skilled. Easily one of the best massages I’ve had; the pressure, technique, and stretching were perfect 💯. He was very professional, hygienic, and polite.

💵 Rates & Value

- Entry + 1-hour massage: ~₱1,600 pesos

- Worth every peso — no hidden fees, and you can stay until closing time


🧼 Cleanliness & Amenities

- Towels, robes, and body wash provided

- Water stations located in locker zone; no luxury toiletries

- Showers and toilets are fully functional and clean

 

⏱ Service & Staff

- Polite and helpful in explaining rules and layout

- No pushy sales; service is straightforward and smooth

 

✅ Pros

 

✔️ Convenient Ortigas location, away from heavy traffic

✔️ New, clean, and well‑maintained facilities

✔️ Affordable packages that include entry, massage, and meals

✔️ Safe and secure: security guard, elevator access, and CCTV

✔️ Great for recovery after walking, workouts, or a busy workday

✔️ Inclusive policy — welcomes all ages (18+) and body types, no discrimination

 

⚠️ Cons / Notes

 

❌ Some shower cubicles do not have body wash

❌ Walking barefoot in the wet area takes getting used to, though it follows authentic Japanese style

❌ No complimentary snacks or cookies

❌ Smoking area still under construction

❌ Broken clothes hangers in one shower cubicle need repair

❌ No trash bins inside the dining area

❌ Stairs can be slippery when barefoot; suggest adding anti-slip mats

❌ No mouthwash or toothbrush in vanity room

⭐ Rating: 9.5 / 10

💡 Final Verdict:

Perfect for a quick, effective reset — ideal after your daily walk, gym session, or long work hours. Worth a return visit if you want no‑fuss heat therapy and massage. Highly recommended.

 

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