THE MANILA HOTEL - Philippines

Manila Hotel embodies a rich tradition of elegant living, fine dining and gracious service that goes back over 80 years. Here the city celebrated its most important events. Here the world's personages held court and left their mark. At once ageless and historic, Manila Hotel has always been everything a hotel should be: comfortable and gracious.

Of the hotel's many features, none are enjoyed more often by more guests than its excellent dining opportunities: Champagne Room, with its superb French cuisine; Roma Ristorante Italiano, one of Manila's most preferred Italian restaurants; Cowrie Grill, which serves some of the finest steaks and seafoods:Ginza Japanese Restaurant; Maynila with its dinner buffet and ballroom dancing amidst turn-of-the-century ambience and Cafe Ilang-ilang where one can savor native and international specialties.

Since it opened its doors in 1912, Manila Hotel has set the standards for elegant services and appointments over the years without compromising its turn-of-the-century charm. Today, old-world traditions of hospitality balance delightfully with modern-day conveniences

Today's jetsetting executive will be glad to find out that the hotel provides efficiency in both work and play. The Bay Club features a well-equipped gym complemented with a swimming pool, tennis and squash courts, sauna and massage services, a Game Room and an electronic golf simulator. Golf enthusiasts will also be pleased to know that the hotel is within walking distance to Club Intramuros Golf Course. At the Executive Services Centers, on the other hand, are the modern amenities of the office back home.

The necessary backup service and facilities every successful meeting needs are right here at the Center: Internet, e-mail, fax, cellular phones, telephone answering and mail services; a printshop for personalized stationery, name and invitation cards and form letters; photocopiers and dictating machines.

Other forms of assistance are readily available from the Center's pool and receptionists, ushers, secretaries and an executive assistance group.