Megaworld Hotels & Resorts Forms Strategic Partnership with Accor to Elevate the Philippines’ Hospitality Landscape

Philippines — In a move set to strengthen the country’s growing hospitality sector, Megaworld Hotels & Resorts, the hotel arm of leading real estate developer Megaworld Corporation, has officially announced a strategic partnership with global hospitality powerhouse Accor. The collaboration aims to expand Megaworld’s hotel footprint while elevating service quality, amenities, and overall guest experience as the Philippines prepares for a major resurgence in travel demand.

Rebranding of Belmont Hotel Mactan to Mercure Mactan Cebu

The partnership’s first major initiative is the rebranding of Belmont Hotel Mactan, located within The Mactan Newtown, Megaworld’s 30-hectare world-class township in Lapu-Lapu City. The hotel will soon operate as Mercure Mactan Cebu, integrating Accor’s internationally recognized service excellence and hospitality standards into one of Cebu’s most vibrant tourism and business destinations.

Backed by visionary entrepreneur Dr. Andrew Tan, this transition signals Megaworld’s commitment to aligning its hotel properties with established global brands to meet the rising expectations of both leisure and business travellers.

A Milestone Toward a Wider Hospitality Expansion

The rebrand marks only the beginning of what industry observers anticipate will be a broader, multi-property collaboration between Megaworld Hotels & Resorts and Accor. Both companies share a vision for strengthening the Philippines as a premier international destination, offering hotels that combine global expertise with local character.

This move reflects growing confidence in the country’s hospitality and tourism sectors, which continue to draw international brands seeking opportunities in fast-expanding urban and resort markets.

Strengthening the Philippines as a World-Class Tourism Destination

The partnership highlights the Philippines' rising appeal among global travellers and reinforces the country’s position as a strategic destination for hotel development, tourism investment, and luxury travel experiences. As demand for premium accommodations continues to grow, the collaboration between Megaworld and Accor is set to elevate the standard of service, diversify hotel offerings, and bring new hospitality benchmarks to Cebu and beyond.

With this alliance, Megaworld Hotels & Resorts and Accor are helping shape the future of Philippine tourism, where world-renowned brands and homegrown developers work together to redefine the modern travel experience.