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Ayala Land, Marriott to launch komiks-themed Moxy Hotel in Circuit Makati

Published Jul 31, 2025 03:50 pm
In photo (left to right): George Aquino, President and CEO of Ayala Land Hospitality; Mariana Zobel de Ayala, Senior Vice-President of Leasing and Hospitality of Ayala Land, Inc.; Shawn Hill, Chief Development Officer, APEC Marriott International; and Kevin Iranzo, Director of Hotel Development, Philippines, Marriott International.
In photo (left to right): George Aquino, President and CEO of Ayala Land Hospitality; Mariana Zobel de Ayala, Senior Vice-President of Leasing and Hospitality of Ayala Land, Inc.; Shawn Hill, Chief Development Officer, APEC Marriott International; and Kevin Iranzo, Director of Hotel Development, Philippines, Marriott International.
Ayala Land Hospitality (ALH), a unit of Zobel-led Ayala Land Inc., has tapped Marriott International to debut Moxy Hotels in the Philippines with the 260-room Moxy Circuit Makati.
In a statement, ALH said it has signed an agreement with Marriott to bring its playful, design-forward lifestyle hotel brand, crafted for today’s socially driven, experience-seeking travelers.
The agreement was signed by George Aquino, President and CEO of Ayala Land Hospitality; Mariana Zobel de Ayala, Senior Vice-President of Leasing and Hospitality of Ayala Land, Inc.; Shawn Hill, Chief Development Officer, APEC Marriott International; and Kevin Iranzo, Director of Hotel Development, Philippines, Marriott International.
Located in the heart of Circuit’s 21-hectare development, once the site of the historic Sta. Ana racetrack, the hotel will be positioned near retail and boutique shops, event grounds, green and active lifestyle spaces, and arts and entertainment venues, making it a premier live-work-play destination.
“Moxy Hotels is celebrated worldwide for its playful, high-energy vibe that makes travel feel exciting and different,” said Kevin Iranzo, Director, Hotel Development - Philippines, Marriott International.
He added that, “It’s the perfect fit for dynamic urban destinations filled with culture and entertainment. We’re truly excited to bring Moxy Hotels to the Philippines and especially in Circuit Makati.”
This milestone follows Ayala Land Hospitality’s bold new chapter, unveiled just months ago, with plans to double its room inventory to 8,000 by 2030 through an ambitious nationwide expansion.
“Our vision remains steadfast: to bring Filipino hospitality to the global stage by crafting experiences that connect guests more deeply with each place and its culture,” said ALH President and CEO George Aquino.
He noted that, “With Moxy Hotels, we offer travelers a playful and vibrant hotel experience. We’re excited to collaborate with Marriott to create what we believe will set a new benchmark for authentic, dynamic, and imaginative urban destinations.”
Moxy Circuit Makati will feature contemporary rooms and suites with playful, multi-functional design and all the creature comforts guests need for an effortlessly fun stay.
Throughout their stay, guests can look forward to a smooth work-life blend with access to social spaces, a fitness center, swimming pool, meeting rooms, and event venues.
True to ALH’s commitment to local talent and creative innovation, the interiors will come alive with graphic storytelling by Filipino comic book artists. Every line, mural, and accent is set to transform the living spaces into canvases of color, movement, and playful energy.
Drawing inspiration from the rich visual language of Philippine komiks, the interior artwork weaves humor, nostalgia, and contemporary flair into every corner. It’s a tribute to local artistry and to the timeless Filipino love for storytelling in all its dynamic, colorful forms.
“We are excited to design something truly lifestyle-driven, while beginning to tell the story of a different kind of art form, an ode to the illustrators and komiks artists who have long shaped a powerful visual narrative in the Philippines,” Ayala Land Creative Director Paloma Urquijo Zobel de Ayala shared.
She said “Moxy is set to be our guests’ backstage pass to the city’s creative pulse. From design to service touchpoints, every stay is thoughtfully curated to reflect the spirit of the neighborhood and the moments that matter, always with a dash of fun and a sense of adventure.
“Whether you’re creatively curious or simply seeking a design-forward, accessible stay, Moxy is poised to become the go-to destination in Manila’s rising arts hub, and we can’t wait to share this project with you.”

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