Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo, a vibrant hotel in the city
The vibrancy of Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo is unmistakable, starting from the multi-colored comfy and modern furniture at the spacious lobby to the bright-colored walls of the guest rooms. The colors, in a way, reflect Ilonggo’s personality - warm, fun, vibrant, and optimistic.
The lobby follows the "The Living Room” concept which allows guests to socialize as well as provide an intimate space for individuals who wish to unwind through reading or surfing the net.
The hotel's design is very modern with a touch of Ilonggo culture as shown by wall decors like the Dinagyang warrior's headdresses, an abstract mural with earth tones; and in the case of the room where I stayed in, the artworks of Iloilo City's Paraw Regatta.
It is a four-story and 199-room hotel. Her room was on the second floor where the two swimming pools and fitness center are located. The room has a coffeemaker, an LED cable TV, free Wi-Fi, and a minibar.
The hotel is also an ideal venue for meeting and social events. Their main function room's capacity is 100 guests. Their poolside is quite spacious, too and it's a perfect place for evening poolside parties.
The hotel offers complimentary high-speed Internet for unlimited connectivity during your events or stay.
Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo's operations take into account the community and the environment. Their hair-and-body liquid soap is stored in a refillable dispenser near the shower, thereby reducing the use of plastic containers that we end up throwing anyway.
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| Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo |
The lobby follows the "The Living Room” concept which allows guests to socialize as well as provide an intimate space for individuals who wish to unwind through reading or surfing the net.
The hotel's design is very modern with a touch of Ilonggo culture as shown by wall decors like the Dinagyang warrior's headdresses, an abstract mural with earth tones; and in the case of the room where I stayed in, the artworks of Iloilo City's Paraw Regatta.
It is a four-story and 199-room hotel. Her room was on the second floor where the two swimming pools and fitness center are located. The room has a coffeemaker, an LED cable TV, free Wi-Fi, and a minibar.
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| Lobby and Front Desk |
CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS
The hotel is also an ideal venue for meeting and social events. Their main function room's capacity is 100 guests. Their poolside is quite spacious, too and it's a perfect place for evening poolside parties.
The hotel offers complimentary high-speed Internet for unlimited connectivity during your events or stay.
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| Lobby and Bar |
SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES
Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo's operations take into account the community and the environment. Their hair-and-body liquid soap is stored in a refillable dispenser near the shower, thereby reducing the use of plastic containers that we end up throwing anyway.
Another sustainable initiative is the hotel’s use of solar energy. They will tap 500 kilowatts of solar energy to power their exit areas and lighting requirements. Their neighbor, SM City Iloilo has 2,904 solar panels that could generate 827 kilowatts of energy directly into the mall. Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo will have its own solar panels from Solar Philippines.
Then, they have a food waste reduction system that dictates how they prepare their meals - from purchasing, meal preparation to meal serving.
They use local ingredients only, make their own jams, make their own stock instead of using foil-packed food flavorings, use biodegradable packaging and use a vegetable-based straw (served upon request). "When there is wastage, it adds to the food cost. By making our own sauces and stock, there's no foil to throw away and it is also healthier," said Peggy Angeles, executive vice president of SMHCC.
Speaking of food, Ani (Hiligaynon for "harvest") is the hotel's all-day dining restaurant. Also quite spacious, Ani provides a hip setting in which groups can meet overexciting food and beverage options. "We have a tapestry of favors at Ani which is sure to satisfy every palette," said El Zeer.
For the busy travelers who need to dash, there's Dash. It's a 24-hour convenient self-serve section that offers ready-to-eat choices that can be consumed on the go.
Guests and professional business partners can enhance their experience with Park Inn by Radisson by participating in Radisson Rewards, a global loyalty program offering exceptional benefits and rewards at more than 1,000 participating hotels worldwide.
"Apart from Radisson Rewards, you may also use your BDO Rewards and SM Advantage here. Our synergy with sister companies is one of the advantages of staying with us," said Angeles. Banco de Oro, like SMHCC and SM Supermalls, is part of the Sy Group of Companies.
The developments near the hotel are SM City Iloilo, SM Southpoint, and SM Strata - all properties of SM Supermalls, a sister company of SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation (SMHCC).
This is the third Park Inn hotel in SMHCC’s portfolio and is the first hotel under its licensing agreement with Radisson Hotel Group (RHG). SMHCC will also build the SMX Convention Center here as a venue for local, national, and international conventions. "It is our contribution to Iloilo," said Angeles.
Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo is 30 minutes away from the Iloilo International Airport and is strategically located near the city’s main commercial district, tourist attractions, museums, and historical landmarks.
The nearby tourist attractions are the Lopez Heritage House, Jaro Cathedral, Iloilo River Esplanade, Iloilo Business Park, Iloilo Convention Center, and Molo Mansion.
Then, they have a food waste reduction system that dictates how they prepare their meals - from purchasing, meal preparation to meal serving.
They use local ingredients only, make their own jams, make their own stock instead of using foil-packed food flavorings, use biodegradable packaging and use a vegetable-based straw (served upon request). "When there is wastage, it adds to the food cost. By making our own sauces and stock, there's no foil to throw away and it is also healthier," said Peggy Angeles, executive vice president of SMHCC.
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| The Living Room concept promotes guests' comfort at the lobby |
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| Standard Room |
FOOD
Speaking of food, Ani (Hiligaynon for "harvest") is the hotel's all-day dining restaurant. Also quite spacious, Ani provides a hip setting in which groups can meet overexciting food and beverage options. "We have a tapestry of favors at Ani which is sure to satisfy every palette," said El Zeer.
For the busy travelers who need to dash, there's Dash. It's a 24-hour convenient self-serve section that offers ready-to-eat choices that can be consumed on the go.
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| Superior Room |
REWARDS
Guests and professional business partners can enhance their experience with Park Inn by Radisson by participating in Radisson Rewards, a global loyalty program offering exceptional benefits and rewards at more than 1,000 participating hotels worldwide.
"Apart from Radisson Rewards, you may also use your BDO Rewards and SM Advantage here. Our synergy with sister companies is one of the advantages of staying with us," said Angeles. Banco de Oro, like SMHCC and SM Supermalls, is part of the Sy Group of Companies.
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| Suite Room |
SMHCC DEVELOPMENTS
The developments near the hotel are SM City Iloilo, SM Southpoint, and SM Strata - all properties of SM Supermalls, a sister company of SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation (SMHCC).
This is the third Park Inn hotel in SMHCC’s portfolio and is the first hotel under its licensing agreement with Radisson Hotel Group (RHG). SMHCC will also build the SMX Convention Center here as a venue for local, national, and international conventions. "It is our contribution to Iloilo," said Angeles.
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| Ani is Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo's all-day dining restaurant |
GOING THERE
Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo is 30 minutes away from the Iloilo International Airport and is strategically located near the city’s main commercial district, tourist attractions, museums, and historical landmarks.
The nearby tourist attractions are the Lopez Heritage House, Jaro Cathedral, Iloilo River Esplanade, Iloilo Business Park, Iloilo Convention Center, and Molo Mansion.
If one is coming from the Iloilo International Airport, take a van going to SM City Iloilo. The fare ranges from P400-500. Once in SM City Iloilo, walk towards SM Southpoint where the hotel is just right after. Going back, there is a van leaving SM City Iloilo to the Iloilo International Airport for a fare of P70. It leaves two hours before one’s scheduled flight.
If one is coming from the Tagbak and Ceres terminals in Jaro, take a Leganes-SM City jeep. It will drop you off at SM City Iloilo. The jeep fare is P15. Going back, just cross the SM City Iloilo overpass, go to Strata where the same jeep is waiting at the ground area. There are also SM City Iloilo-bound jeepneys at the Ungka Terminal in Jaro.
You may also take a taxi if you would rather make it easy because the driver will drop you off directly at the hotel’s entrance./
If one is coming from the Tagbak and Ceres terminals in Jaro, take a Leganes-SM City jeep. It will drop you off at SM City Iloilo. The jeep fare is P15. Going back, just cross the SM City Iloilo overpass, go to Strata where the same jeep is waiting at the ground area. There are also SM City Iloilo-bound jeepneys at the Ungka Terminal in Jaro.
You may also take a taxi if you would rather make it easy because the driver will drop you off directly at the hotel’s entrance./
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| Dash, a 24-hour convenience section for food-to-go |
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| Pool Deck |
