Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR), the hospitality arm of property giant Megaworld and the Philippines’ largest owner and operator of homegrown hotel brands, has announced a significant partnership with world-leading hospitality group Accor. This landmark deal will see the conversion of the approximately 1,530-room Grand Westside Hotel into the Mövenpick Manila Bay Westside, making it the largest Mövenpick hotel globally.
The partnership with Accor is comprehensive, covering proper brand alignment, seamless systems integration, and operational enhancements. These initiatives are slated for completion next year, paving the way for the grand opening of Mövenpick Manila Bay Westside before the end of 2026.
Located in one of the country’s most dynamic destinations, the hotel is set to become a flagship for Accor’s premium portfolio in the region.
Garth Simmons, Chief Operating Officer, Premium, Midscale, and Economy Division for Accor in Asia, highlighted the strategic importance of the collaboration: “Our partnership with Megaworld represents an important step in strengthening Accor’s footprint in the Philippines, a market that continues to demonstrate strong momentum in both international and domestic travel. Mövenpick Manila Bay Westside will stand as a flagship for our premium portfolio, supported by Accor’s global network and the reach of ALL Accor, which together help drive visibility and demand across key markets. This landmark hotel reflects our shared ambition to bring elevated, experience-driven hospitality to one of the country’s most dynamic destinations. We are proud to collaborate with Megaworld on a project that will contribute meaningfully to the Philippines’ tourism growth.”
Andrew Langdon, Chief Development Officer for Asia, Accor, emphasized Accor’s owner-centric growth approach in Asia: “Across Asia, we continue to grow sustainably by collaborating closely with our partners and ensuring we bring the right brand to the right market. This reflects our owner-centric approach, our adaptability, and the strength of ALL Accor in amplifying the visibility of our premium brands. Our partnership with Megaworld for Mövenpick Manila Bay Westside underscores our confidence in the Philippines as a rapidly expanding market for high-quality, experience-driven hospitality. With increasing visitor arrivals and a growing domestic travel sector, this landmark project represents an opportunity to enhance our premium presence while contributing to the country’s long-term tourism growth.”
The opening of the world’s largest Mövenpick is viewed by Megaworld Hotels & Resorts as a strong indicator of the Philippines’ growing readiness to welcome international travelers and elevate its standing as a global tourism hotspot.
