Cover Okada Manila shines brilliantly along the bay’s coastline (Photo: courtesy of Okada Manila)
Okada Manila shines brilliantly along the bay’s coastline (Photo: courtesy of Okada Manila)
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Okada Manila
Situated along Manila Bay, the Forbes five-star rated Okada Manila blends Japanese service and Filipino hospitality to curate an experience of utmost refinement
Luxurious, elegant, sophisticated—words often used to measure the finest in hospitality. But at Okada Manila, there is a fourth: devotion. This Forbes five-star rated integrated resort tantalises the senses at every opportunity with its seamless blend of Filipino hospitality and Japanese precision, ensuring an unmatched experience that borders on otherworldly.
Everything begins at the Okada Manila. Cutting an impressive figure in Manila’s skyline, this development offers exceptional shopping opportunities at the Promenade, family bonding moments at the PLAY Kids’ Club and Thrillscape, exclusive clubs, event spaces and dining options. It boasts 1,001 rooms, including expansive villas that are perfect for intimate gatherings, celebrations and events.
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Above Okada Manila’s iconic fountain (Photo: courtesy of Okada Manila)
Okada Manila’s iconic fountain (Photo: courtesy of Okada Manila)
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Above Nagaoka oversees Okada Manila’s Ginza Nagaoka (Photo: courtesy of Okada Manila)
Nagaoka oversees Okada Manila’s Ginza Nagaoka (Photo: courtesy of Okada Manila)
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Okada Manila’s most premier accommodations and room types are outfitted with every convenience and luxury one might expect. The expansive living and dining areas, coupled with walk-in closets, sauna rooms, gyms and entertainment rooms, make each unit a home away from home. Capped off with sweeping views of Manila Bay’s sunrises and sunsets, each one is a profoundly luminous space without compromise. The Okada Reward Circle make stays for VIP guests much more rewarding, with dining experiences and special events as you unwind.
Those who flock to this resort do so for more than its accommodations, but also for its dining options, spanning international cuisines. Goryeo’s menu consists of soulful Korean flavours, with must-try dishes such as galbi-jim and budae jjigae, and the delights of exceptional barbecue. Meanwhile, Ginza Nagaoka’s sushi and sashimi are of the highest quality, handcrafted with passion by chef Junji Nagaoka. A menagerie of flavours await to deliver an extraordinary experience, evinced by its recent receipt of the Michelin Selected distinction. La Piazza, helmed by chef de cuisine Mattia Stroppa, serves impeccable and authentic Italian cuisine. Diners can enjoy classics such as pastas, steaks and pizzas while delighting in a spectacular show that awaits outside. The restaurant owns an unobstructed view of Okada Manila’s iconic fountain show, which enchants guests through a mesmerising display of water, lights and artistry.
Above The Retreat Spa is a sprawling 3,000-square metre sanctuary (Photo: courtesy of Okada Manila)
The Retreat Spa is a sprawling 3,000-square metre sanctuary (Photo: courtesy of Okada Manila)
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Beyond exploring international cuisines, business travellers will find their needs well-met, even away from the comfort and familiar sights of their offices. Okada Manila features state-of-the-art facilities to accommodate meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions. The Grand Ballroom can host up to 1,200 guests, while the Golden and Glass Ballrooms are available for smaller-scale events. Cove Manila, the largest indoor beach resort in Southeast Asia, offers another avenue for exclusive gatherings for up to 1,500 attendees.
Deserving of its own standalone feature, The Retreat Spa likewise boasts a Forbes five-star distinction. 3,000 square metres are dedicated to a wellness escape for globetrotters. As guests pass by the fitness centre, salon, barber and nail spa, they are greeted by the sight of the outdoor pool, where they can unwind and quietly reflect. One of its signature offerings, the indayog ng duyan massage, steers one into an unparalleled state of relaxation.
Above Okada Manila’s Governor’s Suite (Photo: courtesy of Okada Manila)
Okada Manila’s Governor’s Suite (Photo: courtesy of Okada Manila)
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Aside from its marble halls, dining destinations and opulent accommodations, one of Okada Manila’s greatest strengths lies in its people. Attentive, genuine service is felt in even the smallest of gestures, forming the heart and soul of the resort. It is a masterful display of hospitality and devotion—a warmth without equal and beyond compare.
Unforgettable experiences await at Okada Manila. Visit okadamanila. com to explore.
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