Mindanao’s first 5-star international hotel, Marco Polo Davao, welcomed the Lunar Year of the Earth Pig with a special Chinese New Year’s Eve celebration.

A lion and dragon dance performance was rendered by Davao Lion Dancers Association – wherein the traditional dotting of the eye ritual transpired at the hotel entrance.




A special Chinese New Year’s Eve buffet was prepared by Executive Chef Alex Destriza and his culinary team that guests enjoyed at Café Marco.




The Chinese New Year or ‘Spring Festival’ is also widely celebrated by Marco Polo Hotels in all its 14 properties in China, Hong Kong and the Philippines.

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Strategically located at the heart of Davao City, Marco Polo Davao is Mindanao’s first and only premier hotel with 245 well-appointed rooms. Continental Club Floor suites provide utmost privacy for guests with a stunning view of Mount Apo or Samal Island.
Marco Polo Davao also serves as an ideal venue for meetings and functions. It has six function rooms and two ballrooms, which provide the ideal balance of versatility, technology and design.
For bookings, reservations or inquiries, contact Marco Polo Davao through +63 (82) 221-0888 or message @marcopolodavaohotel on Facebook.
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