Okada Manila Archives

Okada Manila receives two Forbes Five-star ratings

Okada Manila Celebrates its fifth Forbes Five-star rating, while the Retreat Spa earns another five-star recognition from the prestigious global organization. Okada Manila vice chairperson Takako Okada (middle) with (from left) director of Spas, Recreation & Kids Club Vikki Aquino, VP of Food & Beverage Andreas Balla, VP of Hotel…

Okada Manila’s Yu Lei restaurant unveils its last-quarter-of-the-year specials

The dinner showcased a collaborative menu between Chef Miki Imagawa and Takako Okada, Okada Manila’s vice chairperson, presenting a fine selection of Chinese dishes that offer a symphony of flavors designed for the discerning palate. Peking Duck Fried Rice To herald the last quarter of 2023, Yu Lei, Okada Manila’s…

Okada Manila launches “Come Home to Harmony” campaign

Guests’ varied and genuine experiences at Okada Manila tell the narrative and inspiration behind the property’s new branding campaign. The campaign encapsulates the holistic and seamless authentic experience through property offerings. Okada Manila, the biggest integrated hospitality establishments of its kind in the country, recently launched its latest campaign dubbed…

DOT secretary donates P200,000 to Tourism scholars

As one of the featured models in the Pacific Asia Travel Association’s recent benefit dinner and fashion show at the Manila Hotel, Department of Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco, escorted by husband Duke, walked the runway like a pro in Renee Salud’s Filipiniana finery. By Alex Y. Vergara Since you only…

Miss Universe is “a beautiful journey that helps push us forward”

Sleep-deprived after a long-haul flight to Manila, Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Gabriel looked as vibrant as ever as she faced Filipino fans Wednesday evening at Okada Manila’s grand ballroom during the Miss Universe Philippines gala night. By Alex Y. Vergara “I’m so excited to be in the Philippines,” said R’Bonney…

Okada Manila earns two Forbes Travel Guide awards

This is the fourth time in four years Okada Manila gets the prestigious publication’s nod. This year, the property also received its first Forbes five-star recognition for The Retreat Spa, the integrated resort’s signature spa and wellness haven. For the fourth year in a row, Okada Manila, Asia’s largest integrated…

PeopleAsia’s “Women of Style and Substance” reign on a “perfect 10.10”

BY JOSE PAOLO S. DELA CRUZ/ Photos by RENJIE TOLENTINO Eleven “Women of Style and Substance” awardees made October 10 a perfect 10, as PeopleAsia honored women who break the glass ceiling in a glittering awards night at the Grand Ballroom of Okada Manila. PeopleAsia's "Women of Style & Substance…

Celebrating 50 years of “good, honest” design

Porche Design products, including the sought-after chronograph, derive inspiration from the original item that started it all—the Porsche sports car. Okada Manila was brimming with energy and excitement as Porsche Design celebrated automotive heritage and modernity recently. Founder Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, back in 1972, said that good design must be…

Curated European designer brands all under one roof

From cocktail dresses to men’s sneakers, leather accessories to scented candles, sunglasses to handmade Italian jewelry, Moressi, which recently opened its newest store at Okada Manila, offers shoppers with a range of hard-to-resist options to help boost their mood and update their wardrobes. As sure as night turns to day,…

Experience sakura season right in the heart of Manila

Okada Manila, a supporter of culture and natural arts, stages its annual interpretation of the sakura-viewing culture. Dubbed as "Sakura Festival: Hanami in the City," the hotel brings this special Japanese-Filipino celebration for the entire family to enjoy. Façade of Okada Manila, which is also known in the industry as…