Monday, February 02, 2009 [ manilatimes.net ]
MARCO Polo Plaza said it is cutting costs to cope with the global financial crisis, which is seen damping travel and tourism.
In a statement, Hans Hauri, Marco Polo Plaza general manager said cost-cutting, however, would not sacrifice the quality of its services and productivity of its work force.
Last year, the hotel’s occupancy rate stood at 70 percent, with revenues exceeding 2007 by 8 percent.
Given current economic trends, the hotel said it is maintaining a stable outlook with modest expectations for this year.
“No matter how economically difficult or challenging the present time is, you cannot compromise the quality of your rooms, amenities, food, entertainment and cleanliness,” Hauri said.
Managed by the Hong Kong-based Marco Polo Group, the Philippine hotel is owned by Federal Land Inc., the real estate arm of the Metrobank Group. It is the Metro-bank Group’s first venture in the hotel business.
The Department of Tourism recently granted the hotel the deluxe class hotel accreditation.
“The certification will go a long way in motivating our people further into providing all our guests with an international level of hotel amenities combined with the highest level of Filipino warmth and personal attention,” Alfred Ty, Federal Land president said.
Formerly Cebu Plaza Hotel, Marco Polo Plaza is a landmark in Cebu City and is situated 600 feet above sea level along the prestigious Nivel Hill District.
The hotel has 329 guest rooms and suites, 12 function rooms, a grand ballroom and a garden terrace, among others.-- Chino S. Leyco
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