Perla Mansion

Excellent location and one of the best managed buildings in the area. This is one of the few buildings with bomb sniffing dogs, fully outfitted with CCTV and boasting of zero crime rate as a result of the tight security. The lobby is airconditioned and decorated with great artwork (I noticed that the paintings are always changing while I was still staying there). However, the lobby is small and there's not too much space to stay in. The pool area is beautiful and has a great view of the surrounding areas. Building is generally well maintained. The front street has many big trees providing shade and nice, quaint restaurants - reminds me a bit of the Village in NY. They changed their policies on pets. Dogs and cats are now allowed (the smaller varieties). Street in front can get quite crowded especially during rush hour (but most all of the other streets in the commercial business district are) but the great thing about it is most of my clients, the supermarket, malls, department stores, hospitals, the gym are within walking distance. Overall one of the best values in the district for the excellent quality of the building.

Living at C. Palanca street is great - especially if you are a twenty-something who's stressed at work and needs to unwind every week (Plantation and the now defunct Gweilo's are located on the street among other bars). And being a twenty-something surviving on an entry-level salary, you will be thankful for the Jolli-jeeps and convenience stores on the street that will provide you with daily nourishment. I also loved hanging out and working by the pool - there are comfortable chairs and it's always cool. My officemates and I lived on a two-bedroom unit. The furnishings were nice and the unit was very comfortable for six people. I also loved the classic look of the lobby and elevators.