Starwood Signs Two New Hotels in Manila

Starwood is to introduce its two largest brands - Westin and Sheraton - to two new multi-billion dollar integrated entertainment complexes in Manila, the bustling capital of the Philippines.

Starwood will manage The Westin Manila Bayshore, scheduled to open in mid-2016 as part of the Resorts World Bayshore in the Entertainment City development in Parañaque, and Sheraton Manila Hotel in the Resorts World Manila development located in Newport City, Pasay. The Sheraton Manila Hotel is slated for opening in early 2017.

The Westin Manila Bayshore and Sheraton Manila Hotel are integral components of Resorts World Bayshore and Resorts World Manila, respectively. These new mixed-use development hubs feature entertainment venues, luxury retail establishments and gaming facilities.

"We are thrilled to enter the vibrant, booming market in the Philippines, and believe there is ample demand for the Westin brand's signature programs and amenities, as well as the Sheraton brand's unique blend of hospitality, connectivity and comfort," said Chuck Abbott, Regional Vice President, Southeast Asia, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. "Resorts World Bayshore and Resorts World Manila are expected to be among the region's preeminent entertainment destinations, and Starwood is pleased to have been selected by their respective owners to provide world class brands and services to visitors and guests."

The Westin Manila Bayshore and Sheraton Manila Hotel are owned by Travellers International Hotel Group, Inc.

Sheraton Manila

Sheraton Manila Hotel, as part of the Resorts World Manila complex, is to be situated in Metro Manila, the Philippines' seat of government. It will be located directly across Terminal 3 of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, adjacent to the Villamor Golf Course, and a 10-minute drive to Makati City, Manila's central business district. Resorts World Manila, comprised of hotels, restaurants, gaming facilities, entertainment options and a luxury mall, is set to join the ranks of highly successful integrated entertainment hubs such as Resorts World Genting in Malaysia, and Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore.

"We are happy to welcome back the Sheraton brand which will definitely contribute to the continued success of Resorts World Manila. With the entry of the Sheraton brand, we expect that we will be able to reach approximately 1500 hotel rooms in the Resorts World Manila complex, which is centrally located in close proximity from the airport," said Kingson U. Sian, President of Travellers International Hotel Group, Inc.

Offering 350 guest rooms and suites, Sheraton Manila Hotel will be a part of the third phase of the project to be completed by 2017.

Rooms will be equipped with an oversized work desk, custom-designed ergonomic chair, high speed Internet, flat panel television and the renowned Sheraton Sweet Sleeper bed.

The hotel will boast three dining venues, including an all-day restaurant, specialty restaurant, and Lobby Lounge; 420 square meters of meeting space; the Sheraton Club and Club Lounge; and a full service Shine Spa for Sheraton. Other signature offerings include the Link@Sheraton experienced with Microsoft, swimming pool, and fully equipped fitness facilities.

Westin Manila

The Westin Manila Bayshore is to be located in the Resorts World Bayshore mixed-use complex at Entertainment City, a massive master planned development on reclaimed land in scenic Manila Bay. In addition to the 600-room Westin hotel, highlights of Resorts World Bayshore include a grand opera house, a luxury shopping mall along with other entertainment complexes and extensive gaming areas. The integrated complex, which is projected to open in mid-2016, is expected to become a premier travel destination.

Developed under phase one of the project, all guestrooms and suites of Westin Manila Bayshore will be outfitted with the restorative Westin Heavenly Bed; Heavenly Bath enhanced with the brand's Heavenly Shower, Heavenly Robe and White Tea Aloe bath amenities; and high-speed Internet access. Other offerings will include Westin's signature SuperFoodsRX menu of nutrient-rich and delicious options, five diverse food and beverage venues, state-of-the-art WestinWORKOUT fitness facilities and swimming pool, Heavenly Spa and 2,300 square meters of meeting and function space.

Starwood currently operates over 230 hotels in Asia Pacific with plans to reach 400 operating hotels in the region by 2016.

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