Key facts
- Mandarin Oriental will reopen in Manila this winter after a 14-year absence.
- The new hotel, Mandarin Oriental Makati, Manila, will feature 275 rooms and suites.
- It will offer five dining concepts and a dedicated wellness floor with local therapies.
- The property is located in Ayala Triangle Gardens in Makati City, a 15-minute drive from the airport.
- Guests staying between December 14 and January 31 will receive festive gifts and dining credits.
Luxury hospitality brand Mandarin Oriental is set to return to Manila this winter, marking its comeback after a 14-year absence. The new property, Mandarin Oriental Makati, Manila, will feature 275 rooms and suites, including a grand two-bedroom presidential suite. Guests can anticipate five distinct dining concepts offering contemporary Cantonese, Filipino, Chinese, and international cuisine, with a strong emphasis on local hospitality.
The hotel will also dedicate an entire floor to spa and wellness, incorporating local therapies such as Hilot massage and Sukob ng Manggagamot herbal rituals. To celebrate its return during the winter holiday season, Mandarin Oriental is offering limited-edition festive gifts and dining credits for stays between two and eight nights from December 14 to January 31.
Laurent Kleitman, Group Chief Executive of Mandarin Oriental, stated that the return to Manila signifies an exciting new chapter, aiming to capture the destination's essence through exceptional design and immersive experiences. The hotel is strategically located in Ayala Triangle Gardens in Makati City, the capital's financial center, approximately a 15-minute drive from the international airport. This area is known for its culture, commerce, and entertainment, offering a mix of shopping, dining, and historical landmarks.
The previous Mandarin Oriental outpost in Manila operated for 38 years, from 1976 to 2014.