The Philippines’ first Radisson RED hotel wins prestigious award for best interior design in the Philippines

Radisson RED Cebu Mandaue has won the “Best Hotel Interior Design” title at the PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards, which honors the most outstanding development projects and design concepts in the real estate and hospitality industries.

Radisson RED Cebu Mandaue will mark the debut of Radisson RED, Radisson Hotel Group’s fresh and free-spirited brand, in the Philippines when it opens its doors in 2023, this upscale select-service hotel will breathe new life into Cebu City’s hospitality sector through its bold design, stylish spaces and seamless connectivity. 

Vibrant artworks and vivid imagery reflect the brand’s expressive personality, while cutting-edge technology is woven into every aspect of the guest journey, from digital check-in via the Radisson RED app to smartphone-enabled room keys and TV streaming capabilities. Savvy travelers will be able to enjoy 24-7 facilities, including the RED Deli or OUIBar which offer “grab and go” refreshments at any time of day or night, and the Red Face Gym, which lets visitors work out around the clock. 

The Philippines Property Awards, which forms part of the prestigious PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards program, recognized Radisson RED Cebu Mandaue’s innovative approach and the way it blends art and technology to elevate every stay to new levels of excellence. 

“We are thrilled that Radisson RED Cebu Mandaue was awarded the ‘Best Hotel Interior Design’ title at the Philippines Property Awards. At Radisson Hotel Group, we have a guest-centric approach to hospitality and a commitment to intelligent, forward-thinking design. These elements are brought to life through Radisson RED, where a casual, upbeat vibe is complemented by smart technology and inspiring social spaces. I would like to thank Cebu Landmasters for realizing our vision for this brand,” said Greg Farrell, Vice President, Technical Services, Asia Pacific, Radisson Hotel Group. 

“Radisson RED Cebu Mandaue is one of the most exciting projects we’ve worked on. Fashionable, fresh and vibrant, it embodies many of the modern-day qualities of the Philippines. We are delighted to win this award, along with our ‘Best Developer’ honor for the Visayas region, which reflects our status as the leader in this dynamic region. We have had a fruitful collaboration with the interior designer Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA) and of course the Radisson Hotel Group has been an excellent partner with exciting brands that are relevant, and we look forward to even more projects in future,” commented Mathias Bergundthal, Director for Asset, Cebu Landmasters Premier Hotels. 

In total, Cebu Landmasters Inc. (CLI) won 11 titles including the all-new Best Developer (Visayas) and Best Developer (Mindanao) awards at the 9th Philippines Property Awards, which were celebrated virtually, culminating in an online gala event in November 2021. CLI was also given Special Recognitions in ESG and in Sustainable Design and Construction. 

Radisson RED Cebu Mandaue will form part of the Astra Centre, a major new mixed-use development currently rising in this dynamic coastal city, which lies in the Central Visayas region. It will become the Philippines’ first Radisson RED hotel, joining a collection of six Park Inn by Radisson and Radisson Blu hotels currently operating across the country.