The Nutcracker Christmas at Manila Hotel

Around Philippines, there are so many luxurious and stand out 5 star hotels but there's only One Rizal Park where the historical and already in it's 100 years in giving prestige, unforgettable stay and world class service is located. Manila Hotel which opened in 1912 and extensively remodeled in the 1970s is a Philippine landmark, home to high society and to political intrigue, and often a scene of historic events.




This season, enter into the world of magic and fantasy as Manila Hotel takes inspiration from The Nutcracker, one of the well loved Christmas fairytales of all time. Take a trip to a magical land of sweets and experience a sparkling holiday classic. Huge nutcracker dolls, toys, gingerbread clock house, a giant christmas tree, and other festive arrangements will be on display at the Grand Lobby beginning November 14, 2012.

Executive Vice President of Manila Hotel Dr. Enrique Y. Yap Jr. and The Nutcracker

Celebrate the Yuletide season with the entire family and let manila Hotel give you an unforgettable holiday experience with room packages, grand feast and other exciting activities.


The lighting of the Christmas Tree led by Manila Mayor Alfredo S. Lim, Manila Hotel President Atty. Joey Lina, and Manila Hotel Executive Vice President Dr. Enrique Y. Yap, Jr., signaled the beginning of the festivity. Children from the house of Refuge joined te celebration and treated with fun games and activities. Ballet manila led by Prima Ballerina Lisa Macuja- Elizalde will be also performing The Nutcracker ballet at the Manila Hotel on weekends.

Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim with the executives of Manila Hotel after the Christmas Tree Lighting

As part of its corporate social responsibility, Manila Hotel will also offer The Nutcracker Cookie Jar wherin part of the sales will be donated to the House of Refuge.

Room Packages

Come home to Manila Hotel this holiday season and experience a Nutcracker- inspired Christmas celebration with your loved ones. For the entire Month of December, experience the warmth of home with one room packages through a host of exclusive priveleges including accomodation in our luxurious suites, Christmas buffets, complimentary shuttle service to different tourist areas, and gifts for the kids.

For a more exciting Manila Hotel holiday, guests who will get the especially marked The Nutcracker room ving cards upon check-in will get a special prize. Also, whoever finds the hidden The Nutcracker card in the room will also receive a gift from Manila Hotel.

Former Laguna Governor and now Manila Hotel President Atty. Joey D. Lina and me

F & B

Grand feasts will be offered for holidays so gather the family ‘round the dinner table as we serve you a delightful feast of your traditional favorites. Diners at Café Ilang-Ilang are in for a grand feast as Manila Hotel Executive Chef Konrad Walter prepares an exciting selection of traditional holiday and Manila Hotel favorites for Christmas Eve and Day buffets for PhP 2,500.00 ++ per person only. Enjoy your favorite puto bumbong,bibingka, and hot chocolate offered from PhP 1,000.00 ++ per person from 11:00 PM to 1:00 AM.

Formal table set up at the Champagne Room

Treat your taste buds with authentic Cantonese specialties at the Mabuhay Palace. A Traditional Yuletide Delights Set Menus will be offered from December 12 to 25, 2012. Price starts at PhP 1,300.00 ++ per person. For a sophisticated dining experience, the Champagne Room is offering impressive French cuisines fit for the festivity. Christmas Eve Dinner Set Menu with choice Cote du Boeuf or Roast Lamb will be offered with a glass of sparkling wine. A special lunch set menu will also be offered on Christmas and New Year’s Day.

Mayor Alfredo Lim and Odessa Escaler

The Nutcracker with Odessa Escaler with a chest from Manila Hotel with goodies

Christmas is about sharing and you can find the perfect gifts for your loved ones in our Land of Sweets Gift collection available at the Deli. Nutcracker-inspired cocktails are also available at the Taproom and Lobby Lounge that will definitely set the celebratory mood.

Me and Dr. Enrique Y. Yap of Manila Hotel

Around Philippines, don't forget to go to Manila and still, there is no better way to spent your night and be part of history but at Manila Hotel. I myself feel the warmth and hospitality, maybe because Manila Hotel shares the character that we Filipinos love most which is trust.

Received these chest box full of goodies from Manila Hotel

For inquiries, please call 527 0011. Visit www.manila-hotel.com.ph.

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