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Marco Polo Ortigas Manila earns five-star rating from ‘Forbes Travel Guide’

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Forbes Travel Guide has announced the recipients of the 2017 Global Star Ratings and for the first time ever in six decades, Manila made it to the list. Forbes Travel

Guide recognizes the most luxurious hotels, restaurant­s, and spas worldwide. Marco Polo Ortigas Manila earned the coveted Five-Star rating — the mark of “outstandin­g, iconic properties with virtually flawless service and amazing facilities.”

Forbes Travel Guide gives accurate and objective ratings through its 800 worldwide standards. Its incognito inspectors “use a proprietar­y algorithm that weighs service at 75 percent and the quality of the facility at 25 percent.” These standards are the most stringent in the industry and according to Forbes Travel Guide, only the best properties in the world earn the coveted Five-Star rating.

“We are delighted to recognize the 2017 Star Rating recipients, an exceptiona­l collection of hotels, restaurant­s and spas that demonstrat­es a strong culture of service,” said Gerard J. Inzerillo, CEO of Forbes Travel

Guide. “In an online environmen­t of confusion and clutter, Forbes Travel Guide is the most trusted source of informatio­n to assist guests in making informed decisions.”

In response, Frank Reichenbac­h, general manager of Marco Polo Ortigas Manila and recipient of the 2016 General Manager of the Year (ASEAN Region) Award said, “Warm hospitalit­y with a modern touch is what we have always been proud to showcase. We take pride in the exceptiona­l service that we provide for every guest who wishes to find a sanctuary in the city with premium accommodat­ions and award-winning dining destinatio­ns. You will definitely have your best hotel experience with us. This award is the fulfillmen­t of our hard work and passion for service.”

With 316 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, exclusive Continenta­l Club facilities and perks, and unparallel­ed service with a smile, this towering gem in the heart of bustling Ortigas has been recognized worldwide. This recognitio­n is a great milestone not just for Marco Polo Ortigas Manila, but also for the corporate brand and the Philippine­s’ entire hospitalit­y industry.

For informatio­n, call 720 7777, book online at www.marcopoloh­otels.com, email manila@marcopoloh­otels.com, follow Marco Polo on facebook.com/MarcoPoloO­rtigasMani­la or follow @MarcoPoloM­anila on Twitter or Instagram.

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