Dusit Thani Manila sports a new look

MANILA, Philippines - Founded on its vision to create a unique experience for all its guests by drawing on its culture for inspiration and giving it a contemporary expression, Dusit Thani Manila recently unveiled its newly repainted, state-of-the-art monochromatic beige-colored facade to complete the final leg of its massive $20-million renovation.

“It is overwhelming to note that Dusit Thani Manila notably plays as the city’s milepost, having been on the stretch of EDSA for 33 years. Located just 15 minutes’ away from the country’s major convention centers and 25 minutes from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, it has become a landmark to first-time tourists as they enter the gateway to the country’s central financial district. I guess, now more than ever, it has become a glorious historical sight with its innovative look,” says Prateek Kumar, Dusit Thani Manila general manager.

Recently, Dusit Thani Manila was launched as a Thai landmark after it embarked on a $20-million, hotel-wide renovation in 2007 that was fully completed in 2009.

The renovation included all 538 guestrooms and suites especially designed to create an experience of timeless and unique Thai traditions, ultimate solace and guest satisfaction; the grand lobby made of black granite floors and colossal gold posts using real gold leaf; and the grand ballroom along with 11 other meeting and board rooms that boast of state-of-the-art facilities.

A few food and beverage concepts were also introduced, including the Japanese restaurant UMU, one of the four finalists of the Hotel World Global Hospitality and Design Award given by Hotel Design magazine in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Other restaurants include the world-renowned Benjarong Royal Thai restaurant, the European-Italian TOSCA restaurant with an award-winning wine lists praised by the Wine Spectator magazine for three years in a row; the fully renovated all-day dining restaurant Basix, as well as the Lobby Lounge, Dusit Gourmet, and Fiesta San Miguel.

“We could have easily repainted the facade with its usual neutral color. That could have been easier, less complicated. But then again, this property breathes product and service, in and out. The color scheme that we chose is indeed a statement of the property’s commitment to delivering quality that redefines industry standards,” says Kumar.

Aside from the facade that embodies the property’s culture and brand credo, Dusit Thani Manila also boasts of its 538 guestrooms and suites, seven food and beverage outlets, 11 meeting and banquet rooms ideal for up to 1,300 guests, comprehensive state-of-the art facilities, award-winning spa, fully equipped fitness center, and two swimming pools.

Dusit Thani Manila is located in the heart of Ayala Center in Makati City. For inquiries, call 867-333, e-mail at dtmn@dusit.com or visit http://dusitthanimanila.dusit.com.