Sofitel Manila Hotel Celebrates Christmas 2011

Online, December 12, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Sofitel Philippine Plaza, the only French luxury hotel in Manila, welcomes the holiday season with great offerings.

From December 16 to 23 at 6pm, the sweet voices of angels fill Sofitel's Grand Lobby as children's choirs serenade guests with traditional Christmas carols. Sit back and relax with exquisite signature cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, or decadent wine, cheese and patisserie rituals.

Enjoy festive sunset barbecue buffets and later dine under the stars at Sunset Bar. Fresh breeze and open seas make for unforgettable holiday romps by the Bay. Live band performances are scheduled. Rate is set at Php1,688+++, all Thursdays to Saturdays of December. From December 23 to 25, the Sunset BBQ buffet comes with free flowing wine, beer and iced tea, with a rate set at Php2,688+++. Usual discounts apply to Accor Advantage Plus members.

From December 23 to 25, indulge in an international holiday buffet at Le Bar, prepared especially by Sofitel's multi-awarded executive chef Marko Rankel. Savor holiday favorites as Cinnamon Spiced Aubergine with Honey-Yogurt Dressing and Mint Flakes, Mustard Crusted Rack of Lamb with Red Wine Sauce and Mint Jelly, and the classic Roasted Whole Turkey with Rosemary Jus. Special Japanese and Chinese yuletide menus are likewise in the offing. Rate starts from Php1,980+++ for dinner and Sunday Brunch which features seven varieties of champagne and sparkling wine.

Five-star gift options are available to share with friends and loved ones at Sofitel. Be they traditional European yuletide goodies from the Christmas gazebo at the Lobby, a massage at Le Spa, gourmet meals or luxury accommodations, a magnifique experience awaits those nearest and dearest to you. Holiday whole roasted turkey is likewise available for advance orders and comes with sliced apples, nuts, dried fruits, cranberry sauce, buttered vegetables, potato dumplings and croutons. Rate starts from Php6,500+++.

Plan your New Year's Eve celebration at Sofitel to secure your slots. Enjoy an elegant New Year's Eve dinner at Le Bar. Special promotions are available for Chandon and Belvedere vodka . Buffet rate is set at Php4,500+++ inclusive of a glass of sparkling wine, new year's eve party favors and complimentary entrance to the New Year's Eve Champagne Party 2012 at Sofitel. Accor Advantage Plus members get a 25% food discount.

A Magnifique Countdown to 2012 takes place at Sofitel's Harbor Garden Tent. A sumptuous dinner buffet and live performances by jazz artist Rowena Barcelona and Brown Inc. are in the offing, as well as the much-awaited New Year 's Eve countdown, balloon drop and fireworks show. Rate is set at Php3,888+++ and comes with a glass of sparkling wine. Usual discounts apply to Accor Advantage Plus members.

The New Year's Eve Champagne Party 2012 at Sofitel takes place by the iconic Spiral staircase, a truly bubbly affair! Live performances by jazz artist Suzy Unas, Crossover Band and, finally, DJ Sanya Smith are slated. Special champagne promotions are on offer. Ticket rate is set at Php880+++ inclusive a glass of champagne, New Year's Eve party favors, grand balloon drop, fireworks and an exciting countdown to 2012.

Special room promotions are on offer until the 26th of December. A night's stay starts from Php6,860+++ inclusive of breakfast at Le Bar for two. Accor Advantage Plus members get an additional 10% off this promotion.

Magnifique holidays to one and all from Sofitel Philippine Plaza!

For room bookings and inquiries, please call 551.5555 exts. 1991 to 1994, or email [email protected]. For restaurant and event reservations, please call 551.5555 ext. 6988 or 832.6988 or email at [email protected].

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