RHR starts construction of Grand Summit Bohol

MANILA, Philippines — Robinsons Hotels and Resorts (RHR), the hospitality arm of the Gokongwei family’s Robinsons Land Corp. (RLC), is expanding into one of the country’s fastest-growing tourism frontiers as it starts construction of Grand Summit Bohol.

The hotel, slated to open by 2029, is an upscale development featuring over 200 guestrooms and suites, a state-of-the-art grand ballroom and versatile meeting and event spaces.

“RLC has always been a builder of communities. Our entry into Bohol through Grand Summit is an investment in the province’s potential as a premier global hub,” RLC president and CEO Mybelle Aragon-GoBio said.

The development also represents a macro-investment in regional economic infrastructure, capitalizing on the island’s advanced accessibility.

Aragon-GoBio said the Panglao International Airport is a significant factor in the area’s growth, offering seamless convenience for travelers, located just 20 minutes from Doljo Beach, where Grand Summit Bohol will rise.

According to RHR, the project’s location was deliberately chosen to target Panglao’s most sophisticated stretch of coastline.

Barun Jolly, RLC senior vice president and RHR business unit general manager, said Doljo Beach offers a serene “hidden gem” vibe.  “It is a quiet, tranquil spot offering a long, wide stretch of powdery white sand and stunning, uninterrupted sunset views. It’s perfectly aligned with the exclusivity of our Grand Summit brand,” he said.

RHR said its venture into Bohol solidifies the company’s position as the country’s largest and most diverse hospitality group.

RHR continues to redefine the landscape of Philippine hospitality through a successful dual strategy of scaling its own homegrown brands and collaborating with international luxury hotel chains.

The group’s multi-tiered portfolio spans the full spectrum of travel — from essential value to ultra-luxury — and currently encompasses 30 properties across 20 cities and municipalities nationwide.