10 things to love about Marriott Hotel Manila

Located in the world-class entertainment complex of Resorts World Manila, Marriott Hotel Manila guarantees a luxurious stay for each and every guest who steps into the hotel, whether his trip is for business or leisure. The hotel's unique brand of hospitality and service speaks volumes about why it is considered the top choice of many.

Marriott Hotel Manila
All photos courtesy of the hotel

With an array of accommodations in the metro, travelers with a discerning taste continue to book their stay at this hotel. Want to know why? Check out these 10 reasons.

1. Guests experience the five-star treatment.

It's not surprising that Marriott Hotel Manila provides guests the best of everything. After all, it belongs to an international hotel chain. Naturally, the Manila branch offers the level of service expected from a Marriott hotel and features the finest facilities found in all its sister hotels around the world.

The local branch makes its warm Filipino touch felt especially in the service. Guests are treated like kings and queens, regardless of how long they are staying.Its facade alone is telling of the luxurious experience that awaits you when you decide to spend the night in this hotel.

2. The hotel is close to everything you want to visit.

One of Marriott Hotel Manila's biggest selling points is its good location — it seems to be near every major place you'd want to go to (including the beautiful Villamor Golf Course, pictured here). Also, its proximity to both domestic and international airports makes it a satisfying choice for Manila-based accommodations.

Villamor Golf Course is just behind Marriott.

If you are headed to the central business district, it will only take you 10 minutes by car. Want to see the walled city of Intramuros, Manila Ocean Park, and downtown Manila? Give yourself 30 minutes and you'll find yourself in the thick of the country's capital, marveling at its sights and sounds. One the other hand, if you are looking for some tee time, Villamor Golf Course is right behind the hotel.

3. It promises a relaxing stay in its elegant-designed rooms.

Choose from any of the 342 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, each featuring the finest of beddings, free-standing deep-soaking baths, and 40-inch IPTVs with plug-and-play systems. Guests need not worry about having a good night's sleep, as Marriott Hotel Manila offers higher thread count of sheets, linens, and pillows that are sure to provide you great comfort and rest.

Here, you'll find every possible reason to just stay in the room.

For those who are still working offsite, the rooms have well-lit work desks and in-room high-speed Internet access (although there is also a fully-equipped Business Center at your disposal!).

Executive Suite.

For those who want to experience ultimate luxury inside the room, the 72-square-foot Executive Suite is your perfect pick, as it has additional amenities and facilities. For starters, the Executive Lounge promises a sweeping view of the 18-hole Villamor Golf Course.

4. You can satisfy any gastronomic cravings with the myriad dining options.

Whether you're craving for Japanese, American, Intercontinental, or Filipino cuisine, Marriott Hotel Manila has it all.

The Marriott Cafe is known for its sumptuous buffet of local and international favorites. It is a modern, all-day dining haven that charms its visitors with its bright, bold and upbeat interiors.

Hotel lobby.

The hotel's lobby is not just a place where visitors and hotel guests pass by nonchalantly. Considered the focal point of the lobby, The Lounge features unique zones and seating ideal for cocktails or afternoon tea.

Cru's steak is one of the finest in the city.

Steak and sophistication are what award-winning restaurant Cru is known for. Cru is even tagged as one of the best steak houses in Manila, as it ensures that every serving of steak smacks of quality grilled beef. The crisp, bold interiors of Cru Steakhouse add to the rich flavors of its signature dishes. At Cru, steaks are hand-cut, hand-seasoned, and carefully prepared. All you need to do is indulge.

5. The hotel's facilities promise R&R to the fullest.

Marriott Hotel Manila isn't known as one of the most-visited hotels in the country for nothing. Its long list of amenities and facilities ensures that guests have a good rest and leisure time.

Gym time.

For the health-conscious and fitness buffs, you need not worry about missing out on your gym time since the hotel has a spacious Health Club. The Health Club includes a gym with full equipment for core, cardio, and resistance training exercises,hot whirlpools, a steam room, and a sauna.

Head to the hotel's outdoor swimming pool to do a few laps or just relax while breathing in the fresh air. You can also sip on smoothies and cocktails from the pool bar for refreshment.

What about some laps?

The hotel's also got something for the beauty-conscious! Its salon offers beauty services and holistic treatments which cater to your whims.

6. A relaxing and rejuvenating treatment awaits you at Quan Spa.

Quan Spa offers the ultimate in pampering treatment to soothe tired minds and bodies. This full-service spa is fitted with every amenity you need for a relaxing retreat — from luxurious beds dressed in Thai silk to homegrown aromatherapy products, as well as a subdued color palette.

Spa-mpering in Quan Spa.

Well-trained therapists pamper you with hilot or dagdagay — an authentic experience of the country's signature massage. Of course, there are many other treatments you can choose from.

7. You have quick and easy access to Resorts World Manila.

In town to experience the vibrancy of Manila's nightlife? Marriott Hotel Manila is connected to Resorts World Manila, which has a casino, night clubs, shopping and dining centers, and cinemas. While most malls in the metro are closed by 10 in the evening, Resorts World keeps the good times going until midnight and even up to the wee hours of the morning.

Republiq Night Club takes clubbing to a whole new level, so it comes as no surprise that party people troop to this venue in throngs.

Republiq Night Club.

The Newport Ultra Cinema offers the ultimate movie experience with its fully reclining seats, enclosed cubicles for couples, and unlimited popcorn and drinks. It's also got a butler service to boot!

8. You can celebrate your events in grandiose style.

Whether it's an intimate gathering or a big blowout, Marriott Hotel Manila has venues where you can host your special moments.

There are six meeting rooms for smaller meetings and business seminars. On the other hand, the Grand Ballroom can be transformed to accommodate weddings, corporate events, and product launches.

The hotel ensures your events are meaningful and memorable.

Marriott Hotel Manila also specializes in weddings. The hotel's team of wedding experts attends to every little detail of your big day.

9. You earn and redeem points through Marriott Rewards.

Make your Marriott experience more rewarding by becoming a member of Marriott Rewards. This award-winning frequent traveler program provides members with exclusive membership privileges when you travel, as well as your choice of frequent flyer miles in your preferred airline program, or points toward free vacations.

Members can earn points or frequent flyer miles at over 3,700 participating locations throughout the world. Or they can redeem points for rewards like free hotel stays, frequent flyer miles, vacation packages, cruises, and more. Whichever you prefer, there are over 250 ways to use your points!

10. The hotel knows how to give back.

Marriott Hotel Manila knows its responsibility to the community, employing a CSR initiative called "Spirit to Serve" to give back. For the Christmas season, the hotel introduced stuffed bears which you can avail of at P400 each until December. Proceeds from the purchase of these cuddly toys will benefit the patients of the Philippine Children's Medical Center.

Mulling over a staycation? Check out Marriott in Resorts World Manila, for starters!

(Published November 27, 2013, Kristn.com)

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