First Filipino-Owned Travel Booking Platform, Happy Hotels App, Launched For Filipino Travelers

"Our goal at Happy Hotels is to empower local business owners and their workforce by providing them with a platform to expand their market and reach more customers. We are dedicated to understanding the needs of the local market and offer a variety of accommodations that cater to various preferences and financial capabilities. Our tagline, ‘Share Happy Moments with Happy Hotels’ embodies our commitment to delivering a memorable experience that will stay with our guests long after their stay." ~Emmanuel Jason Lao, Happy Hotels CEO, who has 25 years of experience in the service and hospitality industry

The first-ever Filipino-owned travel booking app, Happy Hotels', has been officially launched, according to the company. Local and international travelers can easily and conveniently book hotels, bed and breakfasts (BnBs), and dormitories across the nation using the Happy Hotels app. Happy Hotels hopes to give customers a smooth and hassle-free experience with this new booking platform while also growing its clientele and empowering regional entrepreneurs and employees. 

Mr. Emmanuel Jason Lao, CEO & founder, Happy Hotels App

The Happy Hotels app offers a variety of accommodations to suit a variety of preferences and budgets, designed to meet the diverse travel requirements of Filipinos and tourists visiting the country. The "Near Me" section of the app lets users see and browse the closest accommodations to their current location. This is one of the app's main features.

The Happy Hotels app provides a range of locations across the Philippines, including well-known locations like Metro Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Siargao, Tagaytay, and Siargao. Happy Hotels gives visitors more options to design their ideal vacation while also supporting neighborhood businesses by offering a diverse range of locations.

L-R - Mr. Emmanuel Jason Lao, CEO & founder, Happy Hotels App; Mr. Fabio Ide, Brand Ambassador, Happy Hotels App, and Ms. CheChe Perez, head of business Development & Sales, Happy Hotels App.

Over 100 properties across the nation have already partnered with Happy Hotels, which has plans to annually buy 500 hotels, hostels, and bed-and-breakfasts. More Filipinos and visitors will have a simple and effective way to book their travel accommodations thanks to this expansion, which will also help promote and support the regional tourism sector.

On top of offering convenient booking services, Happy Hotels will also be donating 5-10% from each user’s booking fee proceeds to their charity of choice available in the charity options menu.

Happy Hotels Philippines booking app is now available for download on the App Store and Google Play Store. Users can enjoy the following promos from the Happy Hotels app: Vue Tagaytay 50% off, Asiatel Pasay 20% off, Skytel Puerto Princesa 25% off.

Mr. Fabio Ide, Brand Ambassador, Happy Hotels App

Happy Hotels app grand launch was held at Vue Tagaytay Boutique Residences and sponsored by Mei Wei Chinese Kitchen, and Antidote Gin.