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Marco Polo Davao: The Heart of Davao

April 9, 2015 by Richard

I have lots of fond memories of Marco Polo Davao when we were living in the city. It was where we went to gym, swam and had Sunday lunch at Lotus Court regularly. Marco Polo Davao is the premiere luxury hotel in Davao City, nestled right in the heart of the city. It is conveniently located near different tourist destinations, restaurants and other leisure activities.

Marco Polo Davao Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room Bed

Marco Polo Davao Deluxe Room 01

LCD TV, Luggage Stand and Desk

Marco Polo Davao Deluxe Room Bathroom

Deluxe Room Toilet

I stayed in their Deluxe Room for three days, a well appointed room that had been spruced up with new carpets, shower fixtures and TVs.

Marco Polo Davao View

Ateneo De Davao University

Marco Polo Davao Aldevinco Shopping

Aldevinco Shopping Center

Opening the windows gave me a view of Ateneo de Davao on one side and Aldevinco for native good shopping.

Marco Polo Davao Cabana Room 01

Cabana Room

Marco Polo Davao Cabana Room

Cabana Room Veranda and Pool Access

The best rooms for families are these Cabana rooms located on the 4th floor. Each cabana room is decorated with a “resort in the city” feel. in mind.  Hardwood flooring is used in lieu of carpets and each room has a veranda with easy access to the pool. We’ve stayed here before with Lauren and her friends and all the kids had a blast.

Marco Polo Davao Marco Polo Suite

Marco Polo Suite

They also have the eponymous Marco Polo Suite.  It has a spacious living area that has an excellent view of Davao City extending to Samal Island.

Marco Polo Davao Pool

Marco Polo Davao Pool Area

The 4th floor of Marco Polo Davao is where the leisure amenities are located, including this beautiful pool. A little tidbit, if you like watching Korean movies, the Marco Polo pool was part of the movie “No Breathing”.

Marco Polo Davao Lazuli Spa

Lazuli Spa

The Lazuli Spa is a great place to rest and relax. Choose from their many different massage treatments like their super popular aromatherapy or their native hilot which I can attest to its wonders.

Marco Polo Davao Fitness Center

Fitness Center

The fitness center is housed beside the spa and was the first in the Philippines to use the Technogym Kinesis machines. The gym is much much bigger than when I was still working out here. I loved the gym because they limit memberships so there’s little to no waiting for using your preferred machine.

For dining, you have 3 main options, the Cafe Marco, Lotus Court and the Polo Bistro.

Marco Polo Davao Cafe Marco

Cafe Marco All Day Dining

Marco Polo Davao Cafe Marco Buffet

Cafe Marco Buffet Display

Cafe Marco is their all day dining destination. Buffet is served during breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Assorted sushi

Cucumber Sushi with Uni and Spicy Tuna Maki

Roast Beef
Skewers and ala minute cooking
Ala minute cooking

Native fruit desserts

My best discovery there for lunch was the Uni (sea urchin) topped cucumber sushi.

Marco Polo Davao Cafe Marco Bacon Platter

BACON

For breakfast, you’ll kick yourself if you miss having their bacon.

Marco Polo Davao Lotus Court

Lotus Court Entrance

Marco Polo Davao Lotus Court 01

Lotus Court Dining Area

Lotus Court is the premier Chinese restaurant in Davao City. I have not been back since they renovated so I was so surprised.

Marco Polo Davao Yin Yang Grouper

Yin Yang Grouper

Marco Polo Davao Fujian Braised Rice

Fujian Braised Rice

We had a sumptuous dinner composed of Lotus Court signature dishes as well as a slew of dishes specially prepared by visiting Chef Arno Huang from Marco Polo Xiamen. My favorites from the dinner were the Yin Yang Grouper, a stunning dish with honey coated fish fillets on one side and fish fillets in black bean sauce on the other. The Fujian Braised Rice is a meal in itself, soupy and full of different toppings.

Dimsum Platter
Shredded Salt Baked Chicken
Ox Tripe Appetizer

Suckling Pig Combination
Homemade Tofu with Mushrooms in Abalone Sauce
Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs

Fried Buchi
Sweetened Red Bean Soup with Rice Dumplings

Here are the other dishes we had that night, from appetizers to dessert. (click each for a larger view)

Marco Polo Davao Polo Bistro

Polo Bistro

The last dining outlet we visited was the Polo Bistro, located on the 4th floor, in between the pool and the cabana rooms. The Polo bistro serves continental ala carte dishes with a great view.

Marco Polo Davao Polo Bistro Ciabatta

Home Made Ciabatta

We started off the dinner with their fresh baked, crusty Ciabatta rolls.

Marco Polo Davao Polo Bistro Kilawin

Kilawin

Fresh seafood is a must in Davao especially tuna served as Kilawin.

Marco Polo Davao Polo Bistro Ribs

Polo Bistro Baby Back Ribs

The Polo Bistro Baby Back Ribs is one of their signature dishes and is a must order. Smoky tender meat topped with sweet mangoes and a side of their home made bbq sauce.

Marco Polo Davao Polo Bistro Brandied Pepper Steak

Brandied Pepper Steak

For a little show, order the Brandied Pepper Steak. The dish is assembled table side in a rousing performance by the chef.

Grilled Salmon
Quinoa Salad with Mango and Chevre
Banana Foster

Marco Polo Davao is truly the heart of Davao. It’s the hotel I recommend to friends going to Davao both for business and pleasure reasons. It’s central location makes it a great jump off point for adventures in Samal, Malagos or the mountains of Eden.

Marco Polo Davao

CM Recto St. cor. Roxas Ave,
Davao City, Philippines
Contact No.: (6382) 221-0888

Facebook Page: Marco Polo Davao

Website: Marco Polo Davao

Instagram: @MarcoPoloDavao

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Filed Under: Davao, Travel Tagged With: Best Chinese restaurany in davao, best hotel in davao, Hotels in davao City, Marco Polo Davao pictures

Comments

  1. Sugar and Spice says

    April 10, 2015 at 10:38 AM

    For the FIRST (and I’m assuming the last) time, a bathroom SELFIE ni Tales from the Tummy!! I am truly shocked haha. Nice hotel, lovely food. Will make sure to visit when we take on Davao.

    • Richard says

      April 10, 2015 at 10:36 PM

      no choice. I had no way of taking the photo. I actually only realized when I was looking at the photos.

  2. Doris Day says

    December 17, 2015 at 3:59 AM

    Magkano po ang ang breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet nila?

    • Richard says

      December 18, 2015 at 12:06 AM

      not sure, best to contact Marco Polo Davao directly

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