The Westin Manila officially welcomed the holiday season with a Christmas tree and lantern lighting ceremony as part of its Paskonstelasyon lineup – Marriott Bonvoy’s constellation of holiday celebrations across the Philippines.
The event, which was attended by tourism and government officials, corporate clients, media, Marriott Bonvoy members, and hotel guests, included a grand feast with some of the Christmas and New Year buffet highlights, a parade of the twelve cocktails of Christmas and a display of festive treats and limited-edition gift baskets.
(From left) Director of Sales and Marketing Meegee Yap, Mandaluyong City Mayor Benjamin Abalos, The Westin Manila General Manager Alexander Dietzsch, RHR Senior Vice President and Business Unit General Manager Barun Jolly
Alexander Dietzsch, the hotel’s General Manager, shared a few milestones from this year, including the completion of the hotel’s 303-room inventory, the opening of two new function spaces, and the launch of the Heavenly Spa by Westin.
“Finally, guests here experience the same signature wellness treatments that are available in other Heavenly Spa branches in Westin hotels across the world,” he said.
“An exciting one that’s slated next year is the opening of our rooftop bar and restaurant, which we are all looking forward to. This dining concept, created in collaboration with renowned and acclaimed Spanish chef, will feature a menu which primarily consists of seafood delights and meats. It will have an al fresco area, which is ideal for social gatherings. We’re committing a lot of effort and time into this project, and we can’t wait to welcome you there once it’s finished,” he added.
According to Meegee Yap, the hotel’s Director of Sales and Marketing, preparing for the holiday season has been a thrilling and exciting experience for everyone on the team.
“We put a lot of heart into making this season Green & Bright for all. Aside from our Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year buffet events at Seasonal Tastes, we’re also offering well-curated options and great ways to taste the season and spread the holiday cheer,” she said.
Visit the hotel’s Gift Boutique in the Lobby Lounge for all of your gift-giving needs. The shelves are brimming with selections ranging from sweets to wholesome treats, as well as home essentials, available both individually and in sets.
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Select delicacies are packed in Nourish Bundles which feature handcrafted Christmas confections along with local, artisanal flavors and plant-based pantry staples.
The hotel is also offering gift baskets filled with home essentials and personal care items. Guests may choose from the Heavenly Collection, which includes popular Westin products such as the Heavenly® Robe and towels, White Tea bath and amenities, and the Sleep Well Lavender Balm.
Fur-babies are also in for a treat. The hotel’s A La Bark menu now includes its first take-out delight. These homemade bites are packed with flavor and nutrients, and come in unique and festive shapes that you can feed to your pet dogs on the road or give as a present to other furry friends.
The Lobby Lounge’s Twelve Cocktails of Christmas is this season’s toast of the town, with a dozen concoctions to add extra cheer to your day.
Taste the finest of the season and treat your family to the ultimate seafood and meat indulgence with Christmas and New Year buffets at Seasonal Tastes. Special holiday selections include Seafood Paella, Beef Prime Rib Roast, Italian Style Roast Pork Porchetta, Slow Cooked Leg of Lamb, Slow Roasted Whole Turkey, Grilled Bratwurst and Veal sausages, among others. The Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve dinner buffets are each priced at P4,350 net per person.
Bring the whole family to the Lobby Lounge for the New Year’s Eve Countdown and After Party. Party and dance from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. with cocktail food and cool beats by a guest DJ. Tickets are sold at P2,250 nett per person, inclusive of one round of drink.
Make The Westin Manila your home this holiday season. Enjoy the comfort of a premium accommodation in the heart of the city, as well as convenient access to leisure centers and shopping malls. The Holiday Getaway room package includes breakfast for two persons, an Afternoon High Tea, a festive giveaway, and a P1,000 food and beverage credit. This is valid for stays until Jan. 7, 2024.
(To view the complete selection and rates, check out the hotel’s Holiday Brochure through this link https://qrco.de/WestinHolidays2023
For table reservations, e-mail westinmanila@westin.com or call +632.8256.2020.
For rates and bookings, go to https://tinyurl.com/WestinHolidayGetaway)