The Gem That Is Diamond

CEBU, Philippines - Nestled at the heart of Manila’s business and leisure district, Diamond Hotel Philippines is poised to attract the most discriminating business traveler. Set against the magnificent golden sunset of the historic Manila Bay, this five-star deluxe hotel is 30 minutes away from the international and domestic airports, as well as a stone’s throw away from shopping malls, cultural centers and the US Embassy.

This 27-story high rise has 27 well-appointed, spacious rooms, 46 of which are suites that offer a vista of the cityscape and Manila Bay. Each room is equipped with modern facilities such as a fully-stocked mini bar, safety deposit box, push-botton bedside control panel, air conditioning unit, cable channel flat screen television and multi-channel radio. The tasteful furniture blends well with the sophisticated look of the hotel designed for the modern day business travelers.

It has branded itself as an all-inclusive hotel offering free wi-fi internet access for three hours; complimentary use of sauna, steam bath and Jacuzzi; and mini-bar goodies are on the house (four bottles of 500ml distilled water, two canned sodas, two bottled iced tea and one snack size pack of cookies).

The Diamond Club floors are located at the 24th, 25th and 26th floors consisting of 54 rooms and suites. The express check-in and check-out, complimentary breakfast, coffee and tea service with snacks, cocktails, unlimited broadband internet access, are few of the many ways guests are pampered at the Diamond Club.

Restaurants range from an international buffet spread at the Palm Court Café to authentic Japanese dining at the Yurakuen. Nighttime entertainment awaits at the Palm Court Bar and the Sky Lounge Music Bar at the 27th floor. Charcoal roasted coffee paired with sumptuous pastries at Kohikan are staples during business meetings.

Diamond Hotel can plan and tailor-fit an event, either pocket meetings to social gatherings with its nine impressive function rooms such as the elegant ballroom, the Galaxias; the Diamond Ball which can be divided into three halls; as well as two conference rooms, meeting rooms and a boardroom.

Amenities include a tennis court, business center, spa, fitness center, sundry shop, events lounge, swimming pool, travel agency – just about everything a business traveler needs.

Diamond Hotel’s strong asset, however, lies on the distinct quality service they offer to guests – Filipino hospitality, that is. Through the staff’s unwavering assistance and warmth, Diamond Hotel Philippines is definitely a home away from home.

For more information, please give them a call at (02) 528-3000, (02) 305-3000 or visit www.diamondhotel.com. They are located along Roxas Boulevard corner Dr. J. Quintos Street, Manila.   (FREEMAN NEWS)