The country’s favorite season—Christmas—has finally come. It’s hard to believe that 2018 is almost over, but once again the surroundings are filled with festive decors, the air is welcomingly cooler, and the overall vibe has a bit of oomph that could only be due to the holiday spirit.
Christmas season is the perfect opportunity to spend time with your family and go on that trip you’ve been looking forward to since January. In a perfect world, everyone’s holiday dream plans would be fulfilled and come into fruition. However, this is anything but a perfect world and some might not make it out of the metro at all due to work, budget constraints, or inescapable commitments. There is no need to fret, however, as esteemed hotels have great holiday promos for the staycation vacation of your dreams. Read on and see the best hotel deals for Christmas 2018!
1. Holi-Deal at The Bellevue Manila
Location:North Bridgeway, Filinvest City, Alabang, Muntinlupa City
Rate:PhP10,999 net for three days and two nights
Stay duration:Until December 20, 2018
A special gift can also be expected from the promo.
Image: The Bellevue Manila
While The Bellevue Manila’s promo ends before the official holidays roll in, it makes up for it by having a three-day, two-night stay period. The promo is also inclusive of the following: PhP1,000 worth of spa credits; another PhP1,000 credit for food and beverage at its Café d’ Asie; a 10% discount on laundry services; and a daily breakfast buffet for two. Complimentary Wi-Fi access and use of the gym and poll can also be enjoyed with the promo.
Rate:From USD124.10 or approximately PhP6,488.57 per night*
Stay duration:December 15 2018 to January 6, 2019 (except December 31)
A late check-out of until 4 PM is possible but is subject to availability.
Image: Makati Shangri-La
Exclusively catering to a family of four with children below age 12, Makati Shangri-La Hotel’s holiday deal includes a complimentary breakfast at its Circles Event Café, complimentary use of the facilities of its Health Club, as well as preferred room category accommodation. Free Internet access and dining credit worth PhP1,200 will also be given.
3. Christmas Staycation 2018 at Manila Hotel
Location:1 Rizal Park, Ermita, Manila
Rate:PhP7,000 net per night
Stay duration:December 16, 2018 to January 2, 2019 (except December 31)
The code “XMAS2018” needs to be used upon booking to avail of the promo.
Image: Manila Hotel
Also set for two adults and two children under twelve years old, Manila Hotel’s Christmas Staycation deal has the family staying in its Superior Deluxe Room. The promo, which could only be booked online using the promo code “XMAS2018,” is also comprised of a breakfast buffet for two adults and two children under the age of four at its Café Ilang-Ilang; free use of the hotel’s gym, sauna, and Jacuzzi; and even complimentary shuttle services to Intramuros and Binondo.
4. Christmas Bounty at Acacia Hotel Manila
Location:5400 East Asia Drive corner Commerce Avenue, Filinvest Corporate City, Alabang, Muntinlupa City
Rate:Starts at PhP4,688 per night
Stay duration:December 15 to 30, 2018 and January 1 to 5, 2019
Welcome drinks for two and complimentary Wi-Fi access could also be enjoyed with the promo.
Image: Acacia Hotel Manila
Holiday Joy is only one of the four holiday deals Acacia Hotel is offering. An overnight stay in the hotel’s Deluxe Room, free use of the fitness area and swimming pool, free shuttle service within Alabang area, and a breakfast buffet for two are just some of the inclusions of the promo.
Location:Corner of Ayala and Makati Avenues, Makati
Rate:From PhP10,000 per night
Stay duration:November 15, 2018 to January 10, 2019 (except December 29 to 31)
The promo is also inclusive of free shuttle service and Wi-Fi access.
Image: The Peninsula Manila
The Peninsula Manila’s Pen Days of Christmas promo comes with special freebies that differ from the ordinary hotel promo. Examples of these include vouchers worth PhP2,000 for its Peninsula Boutique, a 20% discount at any of the hotel’s restaurants, and even a gift if you stay during either Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. A Christmas-themed amenity could also be expected per room as well as a breakfast buffet at Escolta, one of its restaurants.
6. The Joys of a Holiday Staycation at The Diamond Hotel
Location:Roxas Boulevard corner Dr. J. Quintos Street, Manila
Rate:Starts at PhP6,000 net per night
Stay duration:December 1 to 30, 2018
The Diamond Hotel also has another promo for the season called “’Tis The Season For A Vacation”.
Image: The Diamond Hotel
Using the promo code “XMASJOY,” Diamond Hotel’s The Joys of a Holiday Staycation promo contains a complimentary breakfast buffet, free use of the hotel’s spa facilities and swimming pool, scheduled shuttle services, parking for one vehicle, and even a 20% discount on massage and laundry services.
7. Festive Feel at New World Makati
Location:Esperanza Street corner Makati Avenue, Ayala Center, Makati
Rate:Starts at PhP6,000 per night
Stay duration:November 27, 2018 to January 13, 2019
Rooms used in the promo will be subject to availability.
Image: New World Makati
An offer also catered to a family of four, New World Makati’s holiday promo promises a Christmas celebration worth remembering with your loved ones. Aside from a breakfast buffet set for two adults and two children under the age of seven, a special Christmas gift will also be given. For those who will be staying during New Year’s Eve, a special offer for its NYE party at the Ballroom will also be available.
8. Yuletide Home at Marco Polo Ortigas
Location:1600 Meralco Ave, San Antonio, Pasig City
Rate:Starts at PhP6,000 a night
Stay duration:December 14, 2018 to January 13, 2019
Marco Polo Ortigas also has “Home for the Holidays” as a holiday hotel promo.
Image: Marco Polo Ortigas
One of the two holiday promos that Marco Polo Ortigas offers is Yuletide Home, which starts at PhP6,000 a night. Included in the promo is free access to the hotel’s indoor swimming pool and fitness center; free internet access; as well as a breakfast buffet for two adults and two children below age six at Cucina, one of the hotel’s famous restaurants. The Superior room, Deluxe room, or Premier room are the only room options available for the offer.
Rate:From USD 210.02 per night or approximately PhP10,981.95 * per night
Stay duration:November 1, 2018 to January 6, 2019 (except December 24 and 31)
A late check-out of until 2 PM is possible but also subject to room availability.
Image: Shangri-La at the Fort
Another holiday offering by Shangri-La Hotels is the Holidays at the Fort. The promo is composed of an all-day access to Adventure Zone, Shangri-La the Fort’s 1,000 square meter indoor playground for two children; a buffet breakfast for two people at one of its restaurants, High Street Café; and even free access to Kerry Sports Manila’s pool and gym. The promo is only available through reservation and is also subject to room availability.
10. The Great Holideals at The A. Venue Hotel
Location:7829 Makati Avenue, Makati
Rate:PhP4,499 net per night
Stay duration:October 1 to December 31, 2018
Complimentary bottled water is also offered in the promo.
Image: The A. Venue Hotel
Aside from the usual promo inclusions such as a breakfast buffet, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary parking, The A. Avenue’s The Great Holideals promo also includes two vouchers for foot massage at its Tocarre Spa, a 15% discount on other spa services, a 10% discount on the food and beverages bill, a free extra bed set-up, and free use of the kids’ play area.
The holidays are always best spent when surrounded by the people you love most. Thanks to these awesome hotel deals, spending the holidays in the city doesn’t sound as bad as it used to.
Which of these hotel deals for Christmas 2018 are you most tempted to book? Let us know in the comments below!
* All peso estimations of dollar prices are based on an exchange rate of PhP52.29 per USD1 as of November 23, 2018.
About Eunice Sheene Fulgencio
Eunice knew that she’d be writing for the rest of her life from a very young age. Naturally introverted, she is selective with how she uses her time and who she spends it with. Has a penchant for sweet treats, sentimental proses, and online personality quizzes. A true-blue INFJ.
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