When rain changes the plans for the day, comfort can sometimes be found in the simplest things: a warm Filipino meal, a quiet room, time to rest, and the opportunity to pause without having to go too far.

This rainy season, Belmont Hotel Manila introduces Rainy Day Comforts, an overnight experience that brings together Filipino comfort food, access to wellness and leisure facilities, and a meaningful contribution to the continued planting of Sampaguita.

Designed for guests looking to slow down and enjoy a more unhurried stay, the experience brings familiar Filipino flavors directly to the room. Guests may choose between Beef Pares or Batangas Lomi, offering a warm and satisfying meal to enjoy in the comfort and privacy of their accommodation.

The experience also gives guests the opportunity to enjoy the hotel’s facilities at their own pace, from a quiet swim at the rooftop pool to a workout at the gym or a relaxing session in the sauna.

Beyond personal comfort, the experience also contributes to a larger purpose.

A portion of every Rainy Day Comforts stay will support Seeds of Hope, Belmont Hotel Manila’s initiative supporting the Sampaguita community and the continued planting of Sampaguita, the national flower of the Philippines. The initiative contributes to the hotel’s continuing sustainability efforts and its connection to Megaworld Hotels & Resorts’ Petals to Purpose, helping create meaningful impact through the cultivation and care of Sampaguita.

Located at the heart of Newport City and right across Runway Manila, Belmont Hotel Manila offers a convenient escape for travelers arriving through NAIA Terminal 3, airport guests between journeys, and those looking for a nearby pause from the usual pace of the city.

Rainy Day Comforts starts at Php5,399, inclusive of an overnight stay, a choice of Beef Pares or Batangas Lomi, and access to the rooftop pool, gym, and sauna. Available until September 30, 2026.

Guests may book their stay through belmonthotelmanila.com or by emailing stay@belmontmanila.com.

Because when the rain changes the plans, there is still time to Savor the Moment.

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What started as a symbolic gesture for Earth Hour has bloomed into a heartfelt advocacy, as guests of Megaworld Hotels & Resorts (MHR) properties across the country donated nearly 3,000 Sampaguita seedlings under the “Petals to Purpose” campaign.

In March 2025, the campaign aligned with Earth Hour by offering guests the opportunity to purchase a Sampaguita seedling for only PHP60, which will be planted by the group in several locations and partner communities promoting sustainability while celebrating the Sampaguita, the Philippines’ national flower and the group’s brand of hospitality.

As part of this initiative, 100 Sampaguita seedlings were officially turned over to Project PEARLS Foundation, a non-profit organization that empowers underprivileged children and families through education, healthcare, nutrition, and community development.

“Sampaguita started as MHR’s brand of service, but it has become the heart of our purpose. Through this initiative, we wanted to plant seeds of hope, joy, and national pride. We are humbled and grateful to be embraced by Project PEARLS in this advocacy and it is a blessing to be part of something so deeply rooted in compassion and purpose. As this movement continues to blossom, we look forward to creating more shared spaces where people can experience the Sampaguita spirit together,” said Charlene Go-Co, Head of Marketing Innovations at MHR.

The turnover was held at the Project PEARLS Community in Bocaue, Bulacan on July 11, 2025, attended by MHR executives including Eden Decano, Director of Finance; Charlene Go-Co, Head of Marketing Innovations; and Karlo Evangelista, Corporate Sustainability Manager. They were joined by the sustainability champions of each MHR property.

Project PEARLS plans to plant the donated Sampaguita seedlings around its learning center, while some will be given to local families and young scholars to care for and grow at home.

“One of the beautiful outcomes of this partnership is the growing awareness of the Sampaguita among our young scholars. Our on-site teacher has started incorporating lessons about the flower, its meaning and cultural significance,” said Monica Aclan, Deputy Executive Director of Project PEARLS.

This collaboration builds on MHR’s earlier engagement with Project PEARLS in November 2024, where MHR hosted a Sampaguita-themed Thanksgiving event. During that celebration, MHR planted 300 Sampaguita seedlings and led interactive community workshops including storytelling, coloring, Sampaguita lei-making, and feeding programs, all inspired by the national flower.

The remaining Sampaguita seedlings raised through the Petals to Purpose campaign will soon take root in thoughtfully chosen locations, including spaces where more communities can gather, reflect, and experience the quiet beauty of this national flower. This furthers MHR’s long-term commitment to sustainability and community partnerships.

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