As the hospitality industry embraces a new era of healthier choices and mindful living, Novotel Manila Araneta City is set to ignite the movement with its very first Weekend Wellness Festival, Find Your Balance, happening on October 4, 2025. In celebration of the hotel’s 10th anniversary, the festival will be held across the 6th floor (In Balance Fitness and Pool, The 6th Manila) and the 7th floor (Versailles Tent, Garden & Courtyard), offering guests a unique backdrop for wellness and rejuvenation. This groundbreaking event is more than a festival, it’s a one-day immersive wellness experience designed for a generation that craves balance, energy, and transformation.
From sunrise to sunset, guests will embark on a full-day journey to recharge the body and calm the mind. The program kicks off with registration at 8AM, followed by the official start of activities a 9AM, and wraps up at around 6PM. To extend the celebration, an exclusive Morning Yoga session on October 5 will also be offered for in-house guests, giving them a second day of mindful movement and renewal.
Expect heart-pumping HIIT and Bootcamp workouts powered by Technogym Philippines, alongside comprehensive fitness and health assessments to help participants better understand their personal wellness journey. Guests can also cool down with a refreshing and revitalizing ice bath led by OCA Collective (movement and recovery studio designed for everyone seeking balance and inspiration), complemented by the relaxing steam bath and rejuvenating massages brought by In Balance Spa (Asmara Spa) using Yoga Love Ph products.
For mindful movement, participants can strengthen their core through a mat Pilates class with OCA Collective, and experience the grounding calm of sound healing sessions. Culinary wellness also takes the spotlight with a healthy and sustainable lunch prepared by Novotel’s Culinary Team, a “Make Your Own
Energy Drink” activity with Oster, and a calming tea tasting session courtesy of Dilmah.
Adding expertise and inspiration to the festival are seasoned coaches and wellness practitioners. Angelica Arciga of Technogym Philippines will energize participants with dynamic HIIT and Bootcamp sessions, while Pamela Maia of OCA Collective will guide them through an invigorating ice bath. Jennifer Anne Odronia-Aquino, also from OCA Collective, will lead the mat Pilates class, helping guests build strength, flexibility, and mindful movement from within. Naz Nekoudast of OCA Collective will share her holistic approach to mind and body renewal through sound healing and an exclusive Morning Yoga session on October 5, open only to in-house guests. Luisa Tonelada will introduce a calming tea ritual experience in partnership with Dilmah, while experts from In Balance Spa, featuring Yoga Love Ph products, will provide rejuvenating massages. To complete the wellness journey, specialists from Technogym Philippines will conduct fitness and health assessments to support each guest’s personal path to wellness.
The hotel itself is also proudly taking part in this journey, as Executive Sous Chef Athena Tuble and the Novotel Culinary Team prepare a healthy and
sustainable lunch for the day. “We’ve mindfully crafted a menu that highlights healthy macros without compromising flavor,” shares Executive Sous Chef Tuble. “Our goal is to give guests a nourishing dining experience that supports their wellness journey, while showcasing the fresh and sustainable ingredients Novotel is known for.”
The experience goes beyond movement. Each guest will receive an exclusive welcome kit filled with wellness essentials, including a Novotel Manila sports bag from My Novotel Manila Boutique’s The Gift Shop. They will also enjoy full access to the In Balance gym, pool, and steam room, along with a sustainable, nourishing lunch paired with all-day wholesome refreshments to keep the energy flowing.
This isn’t just about attending an event, it’s about embracing a lifestyle where health, balance, and community take center stage. “‘Find Your Balance’ is more than just a festival, it’s a wellness movement,” said Mischa Cruz-Tongo, Recreation Manager of Novotel Manila Araneta City. “We see people today making conscious choices to live healthier, more sustainable, and more mindful lives. As we celebrate 10 years of Novotel Manila, we’re proud to host
this first-ever wellness festival to inspire our community to embrace a lifestyle of balance and well-being.”
Tickets are now available at special anniversary rates: Walk-in guests at PHP 5,999 nett, In Balance Wellness Members at PHP 4,499 nett, Accor Plus Members at PHP 4,299 nett, and limited Early Bird slots (limited slots are also available via My Novotel Manila Boutique) at PHP 3,999 nett. With only 20 participants welcomed into this intimate wellness experience, slots are extremely limited. Pre-registration is required through www.novotelmanilaaranetacity.com. Participants must be 18 years old and above, physically fit to join the activities, and are advised to wear comfortable workout attire and rubber shoes for an enjoyable and safe wellness event.
With this pioneering wellness festival, Novotel Manila Araneta City strengthens its role not only as a destination for world-class hospitality but also as a hub for health, balance, and mindful living right in the heart of The City of Firsts, Araneta City. This weekend wellness festival is supported by Technogym Philippines, OCA Collective, Oster, Yoga Love Ph, Asmara Spa, andDilmah.
For more information, visit www.novotelmanilaaranetacity.com or contact (+632) 8990 7888, email H7090@accor.com or shop at My Novotel Manila Boutique.