Diamond Hotel Philippines in Manila is inspired to celebrate deep-rooted traditions and bonding this Year of the Wood Snake. Reconnect with loved ones and let kinships bloom over exclusive dining offers tailored for the family this Chinese New Year.

General Manager Gino Mariñas looks forward to welcoming the new year with guests on January 29, 2025: “At 11:00 am, we’ll be kicking off the Year of the Wood Snake with a grand, time-honored spectacle: the Dragon and Lion Dance at the hotel lobby. Everyone is invited to  join us to mark the occasion and share the joy, as we do every year.”

Strike up an appetite for good fortune with a special lunch or dinner buffet at Corniche at Php 3,880 net per person with one round of standard drinks, available on January 28-30, 2025. With an expansive, international selection and the spotlight on flavorful Chinese dishes prepared by Chef Yang Yong, this special buffet spread will turn a long-awaited reunion into a truly festive feast. Diners will also get a chance to pick a prize at our prosperity tree with a minimum spend worth Php 5,000 at the Corniche buffet.

Embrace the year’s promise of joy and success with appetizing Festive Goodies best shared among loved ones. From the symbolic New Year Prosperity Yu Sheng with Eel, Salmon, and  Crispy Salmon Skin and richly seasoned New Year Wealth Seafood Poon Choi, to the delightful XO Preserved Meat Taro Cake and popular Gold Foil Osmanthus Brown Sugar Rice Cake, each dish renders a bounty for the taste buds. For diners looking for an expanded dining experience, the 6-Course Chinese New Year Set Menu is the quintessential choice for a minimum of 2 persons.

Finely crafted Lucky Cakes are exclusively offered for the new year, featuring handcrafted details that elevate them into works of art. Perfect for gifting, these impressive desserts will express well-wishes of abundance beyond words. Browse the different designs and flavors at the Lobby Lounge or at the Diamond Hotel online shop: Raspberry Coconut, Mandarin Chocolate, Mini Orange Yoghurt, Mini Exotic Matcha Entremet, and Chinese New Year Pralines in Yuzu Truffle, Green Tea, Coconut Lime, and Miso.

For an afternoon rendezvous with a festive flair, Prosperi-Tea for Two at the Lobby Lounge offers an exotic medley of flavors to accompany your favorite pot of tea, such as rose and lychee panna cotta, sliced roast duck roll, and other bite-sized sweets and savory treats.

Beyond the new year celebrations, special Chinese offers are available year-round to make meaningful moments memorable. For your once-in-a-lifetime milestones, our experienced Events Team is ready to help you plan and curate your social events at Diamond Hotel, including Chinese Lauriat, Tinghun, and Chinese Weddings. For casual get-togethers, the Weekend Dimsum All-You-Can Eat at the Lobby Lounge is an indulgent option, great for Sunday afternoons with the family or brunch with friends.

Visit onlineshopping.diamondhotel.com to find exclusive Chinese New Year offers. For restaurant reservations, call (632) 8528 3000 or email restaurant_rsvn@diamondhotel.com. Prior reservations required. Terms and conditions apply.