L=R Lance Sy, Jerry Sy, Jerry Xu, Ramesh Bappoo, Issara Siripaisan, Ritwik Gautam
February 5, 2026: La Vie Hotels & Resorts has achieved a significant and strategic milestone with its formal entry into the Philippine hospitality marketplace, taking on the management of Hotel Casiana & Events Centre in Tagaytay and the Grand Casiana Hotel in Mexico, Pampanga.
Following the launch of its Philippine based office in early 2025, La Vie Hotels & Resorts has expanded its international footprint with two new strategic additions, the management of Hotel Casiana & Events Center in Tagaytay and the development oversight of the under‑construction Grand Casiana Hotel Mexico in Pampanga.
Hotel Casiana & Events Centre, Tagatay King Room
These properties further solidify La Vie’s commitment to the rapidly growing Philippine tourism and business travel sectors.
This growth aligns with the Philippines’ rising tourism momentum, with the sector contributing USD 91.8 billion to the economy in 2025 the highest tourism GDP in ASEAN and representing 19.9 % of national GDP. The country also welcomed approximately 6.48 million international arrivals in 2025, underscoring its appeal as a high‑value tourism and business destination. These strong fundamentals support La Vie’s continued investment in key growth regions across South East Asia.
Hotel Casiana & Events Center Tagaytay:
Situated along the Tagaytay–Nasugbu Highway, Hotel Casiana & Events CenterTagaytay is located in one of the country’s most popular leisure destinations—renowned for its cool climate, panoramic Taal Volcano vistas, and thriving culinary scene.
The 146‑key, Scandinavian‑inspired hotel offers a modern heated pool, children’s play club, multiple event spaces, and the iconic Crystal Ballroom, positioning it as a leading venue for leisure getaways, corporate retreats, weddings, and social gatherings.
Casiana Hotel and Events Centre, Tagatay
Grand Casiana Hotel Mexico:
Set to open in Q3 2026, the Grand Casiana Hotel Mexico will bring a contemporary 264‑key, 20‑storey hotel to one of North Luzon’s fastest‑rising development zones. Located just 30 minutes from Clark International Airport, the property is primed to serve the region’s booming aviation, logistics, business, and international tourism sectors.
Designed for the MICE and business travel markets, the hotel will feature:
• Large‑scale conferencing spaces
• Rooftop bar, speciality and all-day dining restaurant.
• Fitness centre
• Outdoor pool and Day Spa
Grand Casiana Hotel, Mexico – Restaurant Rendering
Its strategic location near major infrastructure links, economic zones, and the Clark Freeport business district positions the Grand Casiana as a preferred hub for corporate travellers, long‑haul tourists, airline crews.
With both properties situated in fast‑developing corridors of leisure and commerce, La Vie Hotels & Resorts is reinforcing its long‑term vision for tourism growth in the Philippines. These agreements now establish a strong foundation for continued expansion and deepen partnerships with key stakeholders across the nation’s tourism and real estate landscape.
“Our partnership with La Vie Hotels & Resorts is a major step toward elevating the Casiana brand and strengthening our long‑term investments in Philippine hospitality. We sought an operator who understands both owner priorities and guest expectations, and La Vie’s flexible, solutions‑driven approach makes them the right partner. Together, we are developing properties that will set new benchmarks, Tagaytay for leisure and social occasions, and Mexico, Pampanga for business and MICE. We’re excited to build a partnership founded on trust, innovation, and a shared vision,” said Jerry Sy, Casiana Hotels, Developer and Owner.
“Our partnership with Jerry Sy, marks an important milestone in La Vie Hotel & Resorts’ expansion into the Philippines and reflects our commitment to investing in high‑potential destinations alongside owners who share our values and long‑term ambitions,” said Jerry Xu, CEO, La Vie Hotels & Resorts.
“The Philippines’ hospitality sector is entering an exciting period of growth, driven by increasing travel demand, airline access and continued investment in tourism infrastructure. We look forward to bringing La Vie’s expertise to the market, creating long‑term value, and contributing to the evolution of the country’s hospitality landscape,” he continues.
Grand Casiana Hotel, Mexico – Sky Bar Rendering
“Opening these new Casiana properties marks an exciting beginning to our growth journey in the Philippines. Both the domestic and international travel markets continue to show strong momentum, and destinations like Tagaytay and the Clark corridor are benefiting from significant infrastructure and development upgrades. Hotel Casiana Tagaytay enhances our leisure portfolio, while Grand Casiana Hotel Mexico places us at the centre of a rapidly expanding business and MICE district. We look forward to working closely with our ownership partners to deliver long‑term value and an elevated guest experience,” adds Head of Hospitality Operations, South & South East Asia, Ramesh Bappoo, La Vie Hotels & Resorts
About La Vie Hotels and Resorts
La Vie Hotels & Resorts is a leading independent hotel management company operating across Asia Pacific. La Vie combines agility, innovation, and owner-focused collaboration to deliver outstanding guest experiences and optimises returns across every asset.
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