MANILA, Philippines - There was a time when we limited Greenhills to shop-till-you-drop expeditions. Since our introduction to Greenhills Elan Hotel Modern, we have looked forward to spending more time and purpose in Greenhills than we originally intended to.
For the uninitiated, a little introduction: Greenhills Elan Hotel Modern is the first and only hotel in Greenhills. It has been around for four years already, and has steadily built a loyal following that appreciates its unique position in the area and value-for-money propositions.
It is a more than an ideal place to relax a shopping addict’s feet. Well, make that entire body. It is virtually impossible to not explore every nook and cranny of this shopping mecca that by the time everything’s done, exhaustion sets in. Greenhills Elan provides a comforting venue for the tired spirit.
It now boasts of 74 rooms, all very comfortable, stylish, and functional. Each guest-room has air conditioning units, toilet and shower with hot and cold water, bath tub, Wi-Fi, safety deposit box, mini bar, and coffee and tea-making facilities, among others. The rooms are classified as superior, deluxe, executive, and presidential suite. If you ask us, it all looks and feels like a five-star hotel already.
“Note that our Wi-Fi is good for several computers, unlike the others where it is only one-is-to-one. It can accommodate several units. The set-up is really ideal for business travelers,” begins Bong Morales, Greenhills Elan general manager.
“We recently refurbished all our rooms to become more competitive in the market. We are also offering packages for seminars; each is flexible depending on the budget of any number of groups,” Morales says.
He reveals that the hotel has recently been attracting the corporate market. “We have become a favorite for conventions. We get some positive feedback, from rooms to service.”
The latter, he says, is their “secret weapon.” “Guests come back because of our service. They write to us, praising our staff for being kind and accommodating.”
Greenhills Elan is also getting a lot of love for its dining facilities, quite possibly the most affordable items offered by a hotel. The Elan Café, with its exciting takes on local and international fare, has carved a name for itself as a must-visit whenever one finds himself in Greenhills. For those in for a quick stop after a spot of shopping, Le Veranda Café is the place. Great for little hang-outs with friends, the café offers coffee concoctions, sandwiches, and yogurt.
Morales is particularly fond of the Garden Poolside Bar & Grill at the roofdeck. There is more to this outlet than just the unobstructed view of Metro Manila. “We have a promotion there for videoke sessions. Groups can rent the bar for up to six hours. They only need to order from the bar and that’s it. We also get weekenders who prefer to swim here than go out of town. It really is the perfect spot in the metropolis,” he says.
He adds that it is not too difficult to figure out the conveniences of staying in the hotel. He says, “We are a few steps away from the shops and the cinemas. Inside the hotel, you can amuse yourself with our various activities, gym, game room, and the pool. Even if you stay inside your room, you can expect it to be cozy.”
Well, we need no further convincing. In a place where business and leisure seamlessly converge, Greenhills Elan Hotel Modern provides the traveler with a space that exceeds expectations.
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Greenhills Elan Hotel Modern is located at 49 Annapolis St., Greenhills, San Juan City. For more information, call 744-7979 or e-mail at info@greenhillselanhotelmodern.com or www.greenhillselanhotelmodern.com.