Most brides dream about walking down the aisle and saying "I do" long before meeting their Prince Charmings. No detail is too small for this once-in-a-lifetime milestone, hence it’s really important to work with wedding vendors who, aside from having a stellar track record, have your best interest at heart.
One of the most crucial elements of the big day is the venue. Not only is it a prominent feature of the event, but the ease of working with the perfect venue will greatly impact how smooth the day will be for the couple, the guests, and the other suppliers. As luck would have it, we found a hidden gem right under our noses: Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria.
READ: Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria Hotel Is a Hidden Gem Wedding Venue in the Middle of the City
Right at the center of the Metro is a 4-star hotel that boasts the biggest and most flexible ballroom in the Ortigas CBD. Accessibility is no issue as Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria is right on EDSA, and it can comfortably host a guestlist of the most intimate to the most grandiose.
The expansive and pillarless Grand Ballroom makes for an ideal blank canvas as you set up your dream stage without sacrificing creature comforts such as luxurious restrooms, ample parking spaces, and even newly-renovated rooms for your guests to relax in.
Beyond the facilities, it’s the team behind the hotel that makes each Crowne Plaza wedding and banquet fairytale-worthy. At the helm of IHG Philippines, the hotel group Crowne Plaza is a member of, is General Manager Patria Puyat who carries over 30 years of industry experience and an even longer love affair with hotels. “From my earliest memories, I've always been captivated by hotels, perhaps because my father's favorite Sunday destination was the Jeepney Coffee Shop at the InterContinental Manila (now known as One Ayala). The elegant, statuesque women and the warm smiles that welcomed us filled me with a sense of comfort and inspired me to dream of becoming one of them,” she tells Preview in an exclusive interview.
This dream was so deeply ingrained in her that she persuaded her parents to let her pursue hospitality and enroll in Les Roches Switzerland for college. “Those four years turned out to be the most incredible years of my life, and I have never looked back since,” she adds. Her journey would lead her across continents and across the different departments in hospitality, granting her a unique and well-rounded approach as she steers the current Philippine team.
“Every wedding at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria is a unique story we create for each couple. With my international experience and having pioneered wedding fairs in the Philippines, I always strive to go above and beyond to ensure that every wedding reflects the couple's vision,” she says. Conferences and events may be Patria’s area of expertise, but weddings aren’t a mere showcase of what a hotel can offer. It is a celebration of love and two people, and Patria understands there is no “one size fits all” template and that personalization and her team’s dedication are keys to a successful event.
“If we can effectively narrate the story and ensure that every detail of the preparation is carefully considered at the Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria, a wedding or milestone event becomes a deeply personal experience,” she reflects.
Aside from finding your location and choosing the best way to dress it up, curating your menu is another major wedding prep item that is easily addressed by Crowne Plaza. To create your wedding feast, the property works with Chef Luca Angioletti for Western and Filipiniana flavors, and Chef David Chu Wai Fung for authentic Chinese cuisine. The two executive chefs ensure quality across your big day in terms of both taste and presentation.
“We offer ideas based on [the couple’s] inspirations, align their theme with our culinary offerings, and provide a level of service that makes each guest feel like they are the sole focus of attention. Ultimately, we understand that every wedding or special event is a heartfelt testament to the dedication and passion we at The Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria invest in our work,” GM Patria explains.
Ready to book your dream wedding? We got the full deets below!
Wedding Packages at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria
Crowne Plaza offers wedding packages that are as convenient and customizable. “As a venue, we embody the vision of the bride, groom, and their families. Each time we organize a wedding, we strive to empathize with the couple, actively listening and offering guidance when needed,” Pat assures.
Their wedding packages are well-thought-out, including night-before stays with Club Lounge access for the bride and groom, and a honeymoon overnight stay for the newlyweds up to six months after tying the knot. These perks come on top of the day-itself inclusions such as bridal car services and a three-tier cake among others.
Apart from the couple’s Events Manager who irons out every detail from inquiry until the final toast, there’s also a dedicated Personal Concierge assigned on the day of the wedding to make everything seamless. Wedding package rates start at P2,980 for buffet menus and P3,088 for set menus. These indicative rates are per person, for a minimum of 100 guests.
Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria is located at Ortigas Ave, Corner Asian Development Bank Ave, Quezon City, 1100
For more information, you may visit their official website, Instagram, and Facebook.
For wedding inquiries, you may contact them via cpmg.events@ihg.com, +63 998 846 7050 and +63 2 8790 3100.
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