The Chinese New Year special

Kung hei fat choi! Here’s another chance at celebrating the New Year, with the coming of the Year of the Water Dragon!

At Acacia Hotel Manila
To celebrate Chinese New Year, Acacia Hotel Manila is offering special room packages from January 21 to 23. Stay for two nights on this long weekend and receive a gift certificate for a weekend overnight stay for free.

Witness a special dragon dance performance on January 23 at 12 noon, at The Lobby and head to the Acaci coffee shop for a sumptuous lunch buffet feast.

For more information, call 720-2000 or 588-5888 or log on to www.acaciahotelsmanila.com.

At Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria
Breathe fire into Chinese New Year festivities at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria on January 23 as the hotel’s signature Chinese restaurant Xin Tian Di comes alive in resplendent red hues to herald the coming of the Year of the Dragon. This mythical creature of the Chinese zodiac is believed to be the ultimate auspicious symbol signifying success and happiness.

To pay homage to its divine qualities, Chinese Executive Chef Sam Lee will be introducing Hong Kong’s famed lucky specialty, the Braised Mini Whole Abalone with Dried Scallop in Melon Ring.

The celebration begins with the traditional Lion and Dragon dance around the hotel at 11 a.m., and ends at Xin Tian Di for a gourmet Chinese feast. Moreover, the restaurant also offers signature Chinese New Year goodies for patrons to give away including the Fish Tikoy for longevity and Pineapple Tarts for prosperity.

For inquiries call 633-7222 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

At the Diamond Hotel Manila
From January 20 to 23 usher in the Year of the Water Dragon at the Diamond Hotel Manila, with a majestic overnight stay in a superior room. This is inclusive of buffet breakfast for two at Corniche for guests staying two consecutive nights.

To complete the festive celebration, an exhilarating Dragon and Lion Dance performance is set on January 23 at the lobby.

For inquiries call 528-3000, or log on to www.diamondhotel.com

At the InterCon Manila
The InterContinental Manila prepares a line-up of auspicious room and food promotions and activities for the Year of the Water Dragon. From January 23 to February 6, the hotel hosts “Prosperi-TEA,” a special exhibit of Chinese teapots from a private collection, at the lobby.

The hotel also offers special rates for the Gong Xi Fa Cai Room Packages where guests can enjoy exclusive amenities and services such as access to the top floor Club Lounge for express check-in and check-out, butler service, and full concierge, among others. Guests will be entitled to a free 30-minute fortune and life counseling for two persons by Master Noel Resella at the lobby, fortune cookie/Chinese ampao upon check-in, and a choice of lunch or dinner buffet for two at Café Jeepney.

At the Gambrinus Bar a fine selection of exquisite Chinese tea blends, sandwiches, scones and cakes will be served; while Café Jeepney will hold a Chinese food festival from January 23 to February 6, courtesy of Chinese food specialist, Roberto Ocopio.

For more information, call 793-7000.

At Discovery Suites
Discovery Suites in Ortigas offers special room packages for the three-day Chinese New Year weekend. Stay a minimum of two nights from January 20 to January 23, and get discounted rates on the junior and one-bedroom suites. The package includes breakfast buffet for two at Restaurant 5, complimentary Internet access en suite, and a courtesy 10-minute shoulder massage upon check-in. Guests will also have the option to upgrade to Discovery’s newly renovated Serendipity suites.

Restaurant 5 also opens its doors to the public on January 20 to 22 for a lavish Chinese-inspired lunch buffet. Executive Chef Luis Chikiamco will delight guests with savories including assorted dim sum, steamed pork bun, Hainanese Chicken, Roasted duck, noodles and many others.

For inquiries and reservations, call 719-8888 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

At The Manila Hotel
In keeping with tradition, Manila Hotel is welcoming the Year of the Water Dragon with grand festivities for luck and prosperity. Dragon dances, fireworks, and a special consultation by international Feng Shui expert Marites Allen will mark the Chinese New Year Celebration at the Manila Hotel.

On January 22 to 23, the Manila Hotel Lobby Lounge will be opening its doors for a Grand Chinese New Year Bazaar featuring different stores selling lucky charms, house decorations, and delectable Chinese delicacies.

The countdown to Chinese New Year will begin at 9:30 p.m. on January 22 with the dotting of the Dragon Eye. Marites Allen will conduct incense lighting, blessings, and rituals to usher in the Year of the Water Dragon. As the clock strikes 12, Allen will give out her predictions and forecasts for 2012 as she shares her expertise in Geomancy and Feng Shui.

As the sky lights up with a colorful firework display, guests will delight at the auspicious meal prepared by Manila Hotel Executive Chinese Chef Sun Bing.

Mabuhay Palace is also offering a wide array of sumptuous meals including Steamed Garoupa Fillet in Brown Sauce, Dried Fried Shrimp Glazed with Almonds, and the traditional Nian Gao Fish.

For inquiries, call 527-0011 local 1108 or 1243.

At Marriott Manila
At Marriott Manila, witness the traditional Lion and Dragon dance at the hotel lobby on January 24 starting at 3 p.m., followed by a colorful fireworks display by the famous Philippine Ling Nam.

Marriott Manila’s Java+ will also delight revelers with its unique Belgian chocolates molded into Buddha and dragon to bring luck, prosperity, and a sweet life all year round. Other one-of-a-kind Chinese treats are the gingerbread dragon, and the Chinese gingerbread house

A prosperity room package is available at a special price for a deluxe room, which comes with buffet breakfast for two, and F&B credits worth P1, 000.

For inquiries, call 988-9999.

At The Peninsula Manila
To prepare and welcome the Year of the Dragon, Escolta’s talented chefs have prepared a sumptuous Chinese-themed feast of “lucky” dishes that are symbolic of happiness, prosperity and good fortune on January 23. Catch the lucky Dragon Dance at 11 a.m. in The Lobby and usher in the New Year with excitement and exhilaration.

For inquiries call 887-2888, e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit peninsula.com.