The Marco Polo, Davao, an international deluxe hotel which had a soft
opening on Dec. 17, 1998, has marked a new chapter in the
development of this fast-growing city as the major economic hub of
Southern Philippines.
The Marco Polo, Davao is a world-class hotel that offers elegance and warm
Filipino hospitality. Occupying 6,687 square meters, the hotel has 245
exquisitely designed rooms and suites, all with views of Mt. Apo or the Gulf of
Davao. The hotel also has four food and beverage outlets, several function
rooms, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center. With 18 floors, The
Marco Polo, Davao is the tallest hotel in Mindanao and the city's new
landmark.
The hotel's Executive Polo Davao has a variety of food and beverage outlets to
pamper hotel guests and local patrons alike. Cafi Marco offers delicious
international cuisine prepared by accomplished chefs.
The Lotus court Chinese Restaurant, the hotel's signature dining room
features Cantonese delicacies with a bountiful selection of fresh seafood.
The Lobby Lounge is the perfect venue for a get-together or to enjoy a favorite
drink while listening to live entertainment.
For meetings, seminars, conferences, luncheons, cocktail receptions or
dinner parties, the hotel's well-equipped function rooms will make any
occasion a memorable event. The Marco Polo Ballroom accommodates up to
600 persons but can be divided into three independent sections. Other
function rooms cater to smaller groups from 20-150 persons, tailored to the
individual requirements of the organizer. In addition, the hotel provides ample
parking spaces in its covered car park.
The Pool Terrace on the fourth floor offers spectacular views of the city, sea
and mountains.
For the health buff, a two-storey fitness center is located on the same floor,
with a state-of-the-art gym, spacious changing room, aerobics and massage
facilities.
The Marco Polo Davao is a partnership between Halifax Davao Hotel, Inc.
(owner) and Marco Polo Hotels Hong Kong (operator). It is the first hotel in the
Philippines for both companies. Marco Polo Hotels, a wholly-owned subsidiary
of the Wharf (Holdings) Limited, has a portfolio of eight properties in Asia - The
Hong Kong Hotel, The Marco Polo and The Prince in Hong Kong, The Marco
Polo in Singapore, The Marco Polo Xiamen in China, Omni Saigon Hotel in Ho
Chi Minh City, Vietnam; Omni Batavia Hotel in Jakarta, Indonesia; and The
Marco Polo in Davao, Philippines.
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