For the very first time after five decades of uninterrupted operations, Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila confirmed that it is closing its doors this year.
Reports started circulating online yesterday, May 9, that the award-winning hotel in Manila is closing down. Today, Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila released a statement to the media regarding its closure.
The five-star hotel “will close and cease operations starting July 1, 2024,” according to Sofitel’s statement. “This decision comes as part of our ongoing commitment to providing our guests and colleagues with the best possible experience.”
Nevertheless, Sofitel will reportedly honor engagements and reservations until the end of June. It also expressed gratitude for the support and patronage it received. “We are deeply grateful for the unwavering support and patronage of our stakeholders, employees, and guests who have been instrumental in this long journey,” it added.
Known for hosting heads of state, celebrities, and global corporations throughout decades, Sofitel was built in 1973 and opened its doors in 1976.
Read the full statement regarding the closure of Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila below:
Built in the 1973 era and opened without interruption since 1976, the hotel has announced that it will close and cease operations starting July 1, 2024. This decision comes as part of our ongoing commitment to providing our guests and colleagues with the best possible experience. The hotel will honor engagements and reservations until the end of June and close its iconic doors thereafter.
Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila had a long legacy as the hotel of choice for almost five decades for heads of states, celebrities and global corporations alike, and it has been home to celebrations and milestones of our beloved patrons and clients. We are deeply grateful for the unwavering support and patronage of our stakeholders, employees, and guests who have been instrumental in this long journey.
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