DARWIN LABAYANDOY APPOINTED CLUSTER GENERAL MANAGER OF IBIS STYLES AND MERCURE HOTEL SUBIC

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT ZONE, Philippines – Darwin Labayandoy has been appointed as General Manager of ibis Styles Subic and Mercure Hotel Subic, bringing with him extensive hospitality experience and a commitment to strengthening service excellence and delivering memorable guest experiences at the two internationally branded hotels.

Owned by Subic International Hotel Corporation, under the leadership of Chairman Gil Miguel T. Puyat and President Lino A. Barte, together with Subic Sun Convention & Resort Inc., led by Chairman Paolo Edgardo Puyat and President Gil Carlos R. Puyat, ibis Styles Subic and Mercure Hotel Subic continue to support the growth of Subic as a premier destination for tourism, business, and leisure.

Labayandoy brings more than three decades of experience in the hospitality industry, with a strong background in hotel operations, guest experience, and team leadership. His expertise in building service-driven teams and enhancing operational performance supports the continued growth and positioning of both properties in Subic.

In his role as General Manager, Labayandoy oversees the overall operations and strategic direction of ibis Styles Subic and Mercure Hotel Subic, working closely with the teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences while upholding the internationally recognized standards of Accor, one of the world’s leading hospitality groups.

"I am honored to lead ibis Styles and Mercure Hotel Subic. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside our teams and partners in creating exceptional experiences for our guests while contributing to the continued growth of Subic as a premier destination," said Labayandoy.

His leadership supports the vision of Subic International Hotel Corporation and Subic Sun Convention & Resort Inc. to develop hospitality destinations that respond to the evolving needs of travelers while showcasing the unique character and potential of Subic. Through its partnership with Accor, the company continues to bring internationally inspired hospitality experiences to the destination.