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9 Jun 2026
5:14PM
Ayala-led Mandarin Oriental returns to Makati after six-year delay
The opening marks the comeback of one of the world’s most recognizable luxury hospitality brands to Makati, more than a decade after the original Mandarin Oriental Manila closed in 2014. It also comes after a lengthy six-year delay, with the project having been previously expected to open much earlier before pandemic-related disruptions and shifting development timelines pushed back its completion.
3 Mar 2026
4:07PM
Mandarin Oriental Makati closes in on 2026 opening after earlier setback
The Mandarin Oriental project in Metro Manila is nearing the finish line, with construction now in the final stretch and a 2026 opening on track despite last year’s unexpected progress rollback.
16 Dec 2025
1:34PM
WINNING | Experiences that put Filipino warmth front and center
Travel brands across Asia are racing to differentiate beyond amenities, but a quieter advantage is gaining ground: experiences that feel personal, human, and deeply rooted in culture.
20 Aug 2025
10:57AM
Lagen reimagined: Luxury redefined through Filipino craftsmanship
In September 2025, Palawan’s iconic Lagen Island is reintroducing itself after a dramatic transformation, unveiling a 42-key private island retreat that unites culture, sustainability, and design.
13 Aug 2025
11:14AM
Hilton, Ayala Land to open lifestyle hotel Canopy in Makati by 2026
Hilton and Ayala Land Hospitality have signed an agreement to bring the first Canopy by Hilton hotel to the Philippines, with the 24-storey, 400-room property set to open in 2026 in Makati’s One Ayala development.
18 Jul 2025
8:48AM
Seda Hotels unveils upgrades in BGC, Davao, and CDO
Tourists and business travelers can look forward to an enhanced hotel experience as Seda Hotels, the flagship urban lifestyle brand of Ayala Land Hospitality, announces major upgrades across three of its key properties: Seda BGC in Taguig, Seda Centrio in Cagayan de Oro, and Seda Abreeza in Davao City.
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