Hotel Sogo brings its comfort food closer to home with foodpanda

“We are offering very good food, packed and served the way it should be for a five-star hotel. Order now via foodpanda, so you can see and taste what Hotel Sogo's good food is, even if you are not inside the hotel.” ~Ms. Sue Geminiano, Corporate Marketing Head, Hotel Sogo

For more than three decades, Hotel Sogo has been a familiar name for Filipinos looking for a clean and comfortable place to rest. For many guests, however, the experience has also included something else they have come to enjoy: a satisfying meal from Sogo Food.

Now, customers no longer have to check in to enjoy their Sogo favorites.

Through its partnership with foodpanda, Hotel Sogo is bringing Sogo Food beyond the hotel's doors, making its meals available to customers at home, at work, or wherever cravings happen to strike.

The idea came from the guests themselves. Through Hotel Sogo's Communication Center, the brand regularly received inquiries asking if Sogo Food could be ordered for delivery. What began as a simple request became an opportunity to make the brand's food more accessible to customers who may not have a reason—or the time—to book a stay.

HOTEL SOGO x FOODPANDA PARTNERSHIP LAUNCH. Hotel Sogo and foodpanda officially launch their partnership at Hotel Sogo Santolan on September 28, 2026. In photo (from left): Ms. Mariel Quinto, Advertising and Promotions Manager, Hotel Sogo; Ms. Sue Geminiano, Corporate Marketing Head, Hotel Sogo; Chef Tatung; Mr. Andrew Hornshaw, Sales Manager, foodpanda; Mr. Andreu Sevillo, Regional Manager, foodpanda; and  Sogo AIko, Hotel Sogo Brand Ambassador.

Whether it's a quick lunch break at the office or dinner shared with family at home, the partnership gives customers another way to enjoy Hotel Sogo's food without having to book a room.

Among the dishes highlighted by Hotel Sogo Corporate Marketing Head Ms. Sue Geminiano are familiar Filipino favorites such as pancit, crispy pata, half-fried chicken, the clubhouse sandwich, and pakbet.

These well-loved choices bring Sogo Food's take on comforting, satisfying meals closer to customers—whether they're ordering for themselves or sharing with the people around them.

With foodpanda, the Sogo Food experience is no longer limited to hotel guests. Sometimes, all it takes is a few taps to bring a familiar favorite to the table.

Geminiano emphasized that dining is an important part of the overall Hotel Sogo experience, with Sogo Food offering guests more than just a convenient meal during their stay. Through its partnership with foodpanda, the brand is now extending that dining experience to customers beyond its hotels, allowing more people to enjoy familiar Sogo favorites wherever they are.

Ms. Sue Geminiano, Corporate Marketing Head, Hotel Sogo

Through the partnership with foodpanda, Geminiano encouraged customers to discover Sogo Food beyond the hotel’s doors and enjoy its familiar favorites wherever they are.

To order, customers can simply search for “Sogo Food” on the foodpanda app, then check the participating outlets and available menu selections based on their delivery location.

The partnership currently covers six Hotel Sogo branches, with the brand aiming to expand Sogo Food delivery to all 52 branches nationwide before the end of 2026. The goal is to make the service accessible to even more customers across the country, bringing Sogo Food closer to people who have grown familiar with its menu over the years.

The launch at Hotel Sogo Santolan marked the beginning of this next chapter. The celebration brought together representatives from both brands, guests, and partners for an afternoon filled with food, activities, and shared moments. As the partnership expands, Sogo Food is set to become even more accessible—giving customers another reason to enjoy their Sogo favorites, wherever they may be.

Hotel Sogo staff welcome guests to the Fresh Picks Market Corner, featuring fresh produce and grocery items, during the Hotel Sogo × foodpanda Partnership Launch at Hotel Sogo Santolan on September 28, 2026.

 

For attending media, the launch offered a story rooted in a familiar customer need: a hotel brand making its food available beyond its rooms. Experiencing the dishes and activities firsthand gave guests a closer look at what customers can expect from the new delivery service, while presentations from both Hotel Sogo and foodpanda provided context on how customer feedback helped bring the partnership to life.

The afternoon also brought plenty of interactive moments. The Sogo Speed Order Challenge tested participants' ordering skills, while the Sogo Sarap Social Passport encouraged guests to explore partner booths and complete social media activities.

Participants could also collect rewards along the way, including fresh produce and grocery items, adding a fun neighborhood-market feel to the launch and reinforcing the everyday, accessible character of Sogo Food.

“It's such a convenience that the partnership with foodpanda allows the Sogo Food experience to be shared outside the hotel.” ~Chef Tatung

Adding to the launch was Chef Tatung Sarthou, who shared his thoughts on making Hotel Sogo's food accessible to a wider audience. His presence highlighted the growing opportunity for familiar Filipino flavors to reach customers beyond the traditional hotel setting.

His remarks underscored one of the most practical benefits of the partnership: customers can enjoy Sogo Food without having to book a hotel stay. Through the app, familiar Sogo meals can now become part of an ordinary lunch at work, a quick dinner at home, or a shared meal with family and friends.

For foodpanda, the collaboration creates another opportunity to connect customers with food offerings available within their communities. By bringing together Hotel Sogo's response to customer demand and foodpanda's delivery platform, the partnership makes it easier for people to access the meals they want, when and where they want them.

At its core, the collaboration is about convenience—but also about listening to customers and finding new ways to make their everyday dining experience more satisfying.

“We're looking forward to a very long, fruitful and successful partnership, and to delivering happiness to the Filipino public.” ~Mr. Andrew Hornshaw, Sales Manager of foodpanda

Meanwhile, Mr. Andreu Sevillo, Regional Manager of foodpanda, emphasized the convenience that delivery brings to customers, while also recognizing the important role of riders who help bring meals from restaurants and establishments to people's doorsteps.

The celebration was also attended by Ms. Mariel Quinto, Advertising and Promotions Manager of Hotel Sogo. Hosting the event was the Hotel Sogo Santolan team, led by Hotel Manager Mr. Melchor Borata and Sector Head Mr. Jose Rommel Guda.

Adding to the afternoon's activities, Anghel Kape by Figaro Culinary Group, Inc., Mogu Mogu, and Mister Pullman supported the celebration with giveaways for guests. REJ Diamond Pharmaceutical Inc. also joined the celebration with its brands Biofitea, Kankunis, Coffeetrim, Honeymoon Tea, and Lee MF Rhino Herbal Tea.

For Hotel Sogo, the partnership represents more than a new delivery option. It extends a familiar part of the guest experience to a much wider audience. Longtime customers can revisit dishes they already know and enjoy, while those who have never stayed at a Hotel Sogo property now have an opportunity to discover Sogo Food for themselves.

From the hotel room to the dining table at home, Sogo Food is finding a new way to be part of everyday Filipino moments.

Hotel Sogo and foodpanda bring Sogo Food your way. Hotel Sogo Corporate Marketing Head Ms. Sue Geminiano joins foodpanda Sales Manager Mr. Andrew Hornshaw and Regional Manager Mr. Andreu Sevillo at the partnership launch on September 28, 2026, at Hotel Sogo Santolan, celebrating a new way to enjoy Sogo Food beyond the hotel’s doors.

The next Sogo Food experience may begin at an office desk, during a quick break between tasks, or around the family dinner table—with a familiar meal ordered through foodpanda.

What started as a response to customer requests is now giving more Filipinos another way to enjoy Sogo Food, proving that sometimes, a taste of a familiar place is only a few taps away.

For updates on Hotel Sogo’s events and promotions, visit www.hotelsogo.com or follow on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

Hotel Sogo Launches ₱100K Dance Showdown for Filipino Crews

“We want to highlight the real dance talent of the Filipino people—those who bring energy, rhythm, and positive spirit wherever they go. This contest allows groups to bond, express themselves, and possibly win big while doing something they love. We’ve always believed in creating opportunities that are fun, meaningful, and community-driven. SOGO DANCE REVOLUTION embodies our commitment to give ordinary Filipinos extraordinary moments.” ~Ms. Sue Geminiano, Hotel Sogo Marketing Manager

“SOGO DANCE REVOLUTION” spotlights talent, unity, and energy through a nationwide group competition

In an attempt to combine entertainment, inclusivity, and brand enthusiasm, Hotel Sogo has officially launched the SOGO DANCE REVOLUTION, a nationwide dance competition accessible to groups of four to eight persons, aged 18 and above, with ₱100,000 in cash prizes and staycation incentives.

The hotel's biggest promotion for 2025, the SOGO dance REVOLUTION, is not only a competition but a nationwide celebration of dancing, teamwork, and Filipino creativity.

A Digital-First Dance Challenge

To join, dance crews must produce a 30–60 second video featuring original, creative, and family-friendly choreography. Entries should be posted on TikTok, Facebook, or Instagram, with the caption:

“We’re joining the SOGO DANCE REVOLUTION! Support our entry by liking and sharing! #SogoDanceRevolution #HotelSogo #SogoDanceShowdown”

The video must tag @hotelsogo and be set to public. All members must follow Hotel Sogo’s official social media pages, and the group must register via an online form or QR code available at any Hotel Sogo branch nationwide.

The deadline for submission is September 5, 2025.

Judging and the Grand Finals

• From all valid entries, top-performing groups will be selected based on the following criteria:
• Dance Skills & Choreography – 40%
• Social Media Engagement – 30%
• Creativity & Overall Look – 20%
• Confidence & Energy – 10%

Interested participants may register through this 

LINK

These finalists will advance to a Grand Finals Showdown, where they will perform live before a panel of celebrity judges and a cheering crowd.

Prizes include a grand champion title, a possible official ambassadorship, and a share of the ₱100,000 prize pool. One group will also receive a Special Award for Most Engaged Group, based on social media virality and shares.

A Movement of Dance, Community, and Filipino Pride

Hotel Sogo, widely recognized for its “So Clean, So Good” brand promise, continues to expand its footprint beyond hospitality. This latest campaign reflects the brand’s commitment to community engagement and youth empowerment through digital platforms.

Finalists will be announced on Hotel Sogo’s social media pages, and the Grand Finals will be held at a to-be-announced venue later this year.

For full mechanics and contest updates, visit www.hotelsogo.com or follow Hotel Sogo on social media: Facebook: Instagram: TikTok.

Hotel Sogo Backs Caloocan Team in MPBL

“By supporting the Caloocan Team, we invest in the growth of local sports, foster unity and promote sportsmanship. Most important of all, we are able to highlight the values of teamwork, perseverance and dedication, all of which are inherent values of our organization”. ~Ms. Sue Geminiano, Hotel Sogo’s Marketing Head

Hotel Sogo's involvement in community sports development, particularly its support for the Caloocan Team in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL), demonstrates the company's commitment to actively contribute to the local sporting scene. While Hotel Sogo is primarily known for providing affordable quality accommodation throughout the Philippines, its engagement with the community through sports showcases its dedication to holistic support and social responsibility.

The fact that Hotel Sogo's first branch was established in Monumento, Caloocan in 1993 holds significant historical and sentimental value. This partnership with a local sports team reflects the company's roots and its enduring connection with Caloocan City. Over the years, Hotel Sogo has not only served as a notable landmark in the city but has also contributed to its economic growth and general welfare, making it an integral part of the community.

The collaboration with the Caloocan Team in the MPBL is not only aimed at enhancing the team's profile within the professional league but also at creating a platform to identify and nurture local talents, potentially transforming them into world-class athletes. Hotel Sogo acknowledges the value of this partnership in bridging the gap between the needs of athletes and their aspirations for successful careers in the sports industry.

By aligning with the local sports community, Hotel Sogo is engaging in a form of corporate social responsibility that extends beyond its primary business operations. This kind of support not only benefits the athletes and the team but also has a positive impact on the local community, promoting a sense of pride, unity, and a shared sense of purpose.

Overall, Hotel Sogo's involvement in community sports development exemplifies its commitment to both its business legacy and its responsibility as a corporate citizen. Through this partnership, it is contributing to the growth of local sports talent and fostering a positive impact on the community it serves.

Ms. Sue Geminiano, Hotel Sogo’s Marketing Head, explains the hotel’s dedication to sports and community development.

Hotel Sogo has constantly strived to be significantly present in all areas of national development. By engaging in this new endeavor, the company demonstrates the importance of building relationships with the local communities and collaborating with organizations in finding ways to support the Filipino athletes to achieve their full potential.

The UP Women's Volleyball Team has New sponsors Hotel Sogo and Eurotel

"We consider ourselves as the first brand who sponsored such team considering na UP ito. Unibersidad ng Pilipinas so sobrang proud kami na nagsponsor kami sa inyo. I understand everybody knows about our standing, pero wag niyo isipin iyon dahil ang mas mahalaga samin yung perserverance ninyo, and yung willingness niyong manalo. Nakita ko kasi ang UP players, they are so daring, their drive to give the best. Hindi kayo yung tipong pag nalalamangan na eh parang nawawalan na ng gana. That is really something to be admired. I really find you guys still humahabol, and that’s the spirit of it." ~Ms. Sue Geminiano, Marketing Manager of Global Comfort Group

The UP Women's Volleyball Team

The UP Women's Volleyball team (UPWVT) and Global Comfort Group Corporation (GCGC) held a joint press conference to announce their partnership at the Eurotel Vivaldi. 

Global Comfort Group Corporation (GCGC), the management company behind Eurotel and Hotel Sogo, have pledged their unwavering support to the University of the Philippines Women's Volleyball Team (UPWVT) in a press conference held at Eurotel Vivaldi last March 28, 2023, the partnership between the two renowned hotels and the UP Women's Volleyball team was commemorated.

The UP Women's Volleyball team (UPWVT) and Global Comfort Group Corporation (GCGC) held a joint press conference to announce their partnership at the Eurotel Vivaldi. From left to right: Coach Shaq Delos Santos, UPWVT Representative; Mr. Dean Francis Carlos Diaz, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of UP CHK Foundation Inc.; Ms. Mozzy Ravena, UPWVT Team Consultant; Ms. Sue Geminiano, Marketing Manager of Global Comfort Group; Ms. Mariel Quinto, Advertising & Promotions Manager of Eurotel; Mr. Francis Bernardio, Advertising & Promotions Manager of Hotel Sogo. During the event, the UPWVT and GCGC expressed their excitement over the new partnership and their joint commitment to support the development of women's volleyball.

Ms. Mozzy Ravena, Team Consultant/Team Manager of the (UPWVT), Mr. Shaq Delos Santos, UPWVT Coach, and the GCGC team, which included Ms. Sue Geminiano, Corporate Marketing Manager, Ms. Mariel Quinto, Eurotel Ads and Promo Manager, and Mr. Francis Bernardino, Hotel Sogo Ads, and Promo Manager, were all present at the press conference in addition to representatives of the media from various outlets. Prof. Francis Carlos.

During the question and answer session, GCGC communicated its obligation to help the UP Ladies' Volleyball crew in their impending games and competitions. To show their support for sports development and gender equality in athletics, the two well-known hotel chains have committed to making a substantial donation to the team.

One of the best college volleyball programs in the nation, the UP Women's Volleyball team has produced highly skilled players over the years. Additionally, the team's advocacy for gender equality in sports has established it as a well-liked institution.

The team will be able to continue competing at the highest levels of college volleyball thanks to this recent commitment from Eurotel and Hotel Sogo, which will help with travel expenses, training facilities, and equipment needs.

The UP community expressed their appreciation for Eurotel and Hotel Sogo's assistance, the perseverance of all of their athletes, and the collective effort of their coaches.

Ms. Geminiano claims that GCGC is committed to providing the team with the resources they need to succeed.

Dean Diaz expressed his gratitude to Hotel Sogo & Eurotel for their support, saying that it will go a long way in helping the UP Women's Volleyball team achieve its goals.

“Kami sa UP ay sobrang natutuwa dahil tayo ay narito ngayong hapon upang ilungsad formally ang commitment to support ng Global Comfort Group Hotels or GCGC sa ating UP Women’s Volleyball Team. The finer points of the sponsorship would come in eventually but it is really what we’re celebrating this afternoon for the context is the strengthened and formal show of support for the Women’s Volleyball Team of the Eurotel and Sogo Hotel with the collective effort of our coaches, the perseverance of all our athletes, and the support now of these 2 brand hotels, we think that this is the missing link para magpatuloy doon sa isang successful program, ang ating UP Women’s Volleyball Team. There are always challenges, hurdles, and humps, but the team that cares together gives so much respect to one another and perseveres and tries to do everything they can to help the team, in the end, would be given a successful outcome. So that is always in our prayers, and that is always in our commitment to support and help all of our players here today. So with that, thank you again for allowing us to be with you this afternoon, and lagi nating sinasabi sa UP, UP Fight girls. Thank you!” ~Mr. Dean Francis Carlos Diaz, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of UP CHK Foundation Inc.

The UP Women's Volleyball Team will have access to the resources it needs through this partnership to maintain its success and compete at the highest level of college volleyball. The UP community is certain that this partnership with Eurotel and Hotel Sogo will help the team reach even greater heights and will be the missing link.

The UP Women's Volleyball Team has New sponsors Hotel Sogo and Eurotel

The UP Women's Volleyball Team has New sponsors Hotel Sogo and Eurotel

The UP Women's Volleyball Team has New sponsors Hotel Sogo and Eurotel

Ms. Ravena, Team Consultant/Team Manager of the UP Women's Volleyball team, also expressed her appreciation for GCGC's commitment to the team, saying that it will positively impact the players' morale and motivation.

"On behalf of our coaches and players, we thank you for supporting the team. You know, sometimes, it helps when someone believes in you. Lalo na pag player ka, pag may naniniwala sa kakayahan mo, tsaka ability mo, potential mo, tingin ko doon nagsisimula lahat eh. Hardwork na lang ang susunod. So sana masuklian namin ang kabaitan na pinakita niyo samin at support. And also, is this just the beginning diba? Of a long term relationship. So thank you everyone." ~Ms. Mozzy Ravena, UPWVT Team Consultant

Coach Shaq Delos Santos also expressed his appreciation for the partnership.

"This partnership will provide a great opportunity for the team to improve and develop as athletes, kailangan makilala rin muna namin sila isa-isa, and then yung kaya nilang gawin, though right now sa UAAP, ano lang kami, fight lang nang fight. Kase yun lang ang kailangan namin. Di kami magstop especially meron na kaming sponsor na 100% susupport sa amin so maraming maraming salamat po, and we look forward to working with GCGC towards our shared goals." ~Coach Shaq Delos Santos, UPWVT Representative

The partnership between GCGC, Eurotel, and Hotel Sogo and the UP Women's Volleyball Team is a testament to the importance of community support in achieving success. With this commitment, the team is set to achieve great things in the upcoming season. 

The UP Women's Volleyball Team will now be able to focus on honing their skills and perfecting their strategy, knowing that they have the support of their community behind them.

Hotel Sogo shines at Asian Business Excellence Awards

“On behalf of Hotel Sogo, thank you Asian Business Excellence Awards 2022 for giving us these recognitions. These awards are nothing if not because of the management and the hardworking staff of our operations. We will continue to give our all in providing our guests a safe and clean stay. Hotel Sogo will not be here without your love and support.” ~Ms. Sue Geminiano, Hotel Sogo Marketing Director

Congratulations, Hotel Sogo!

The Asian Business Excellence Awards (ABEA) is a prestigious International Citation in recognizing Asian excellence in corporate, products, services features and trademarks and/or brands founded by Young Asian Consumers Welfare Advocate.

The country’s largest Filipino-owned hotel chain company has been awarded as Asia’s Most Outstanding Hotel Chain of the Year and Philippines Most Leading Hotel Chain of the Year. Meanwhile, Hotel Sogo’s CEO, Mr. Reynaldo M. Malaca was recognized as the Philippines Most Outstanding CEO of The Year at the recent Asian Business Excellence Awards 2022 held in Quezon City.

Hotel Sogo Marketing Director, Ms. Sue Geminiano shares her gratitude to the award-winning organization for recognizing the hotel’s goal in providing a clean, safe, and top-notch service to its patrons and guests.

Currently, Hotel Sogo has 46 branches nationwide located in key areas around the metro and provinces. The hotel anticipates expanding in more areas of the country and looks forward to many more recognition in the future. 

For more details, visit www.hotelsogo.com or like and follow Hotel Sogo on Facebook (facebook.com/hotelsogo), Twitter, and Instagram.

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All Hotel Sogo Staff is Fully Vaccinated

"We have 41 branches nationwide and five more upcoming branches. There are thousands of employees working in all our hotels, and their safety is important to protect our guests. We are really grateful that our staff is fully vaccinated. I can say that the 11 anti-Covid innovations that we installed in our hotels with hotel staff that is fully vaccinated, we are sure that our family and friends are safe to stay at Hotel Sogo." ~Sue Geminiano, Hotel Sogo Marketing Manager

 All Hotel Sogo Staff is Fully Vaccinated

With the theme "We are fully vaccinated, Para kayo ay ProtekTODO" Hotel Sogo's New Normal campaign promotes that all Hotel Sogo staff have completed two jabs of vaccine to secure the safety of its guests as early as July 2021.  

All Hotel Sogo Staff is Fully Vaccinated

All Hotel Sogo Staff is Fully Vaccinated

All Hotel Sogo Staff is Fully Vaccinated

All Hotel Sogo Staff is Fully Vaccinated

Hotel Sogo management is committed to their employees' welfare. They also believe that getting the vaccine is a simple way to bring us closer to life, feeling normal again and worry-free. Hotel Sogo takes care of their staff as a family as well as their guests. 

Indeed, Hotel Sogo is So Clean… So Good… So Safe.

Innovation that lasts embracing the new normal at Hotel Sogo

“Here at Hotel Sogo, we are trying on things to help improve the situation in our hotels as early as March 2020 last year. From that point on, we continued to research, invest further and develop innovative ways to upgrade our safety protocols especially in cleanliness and sanitation. This on-going pandemic has helped us to take further steps in giving importance to safety. The innovation that I speak of are the development and improvement of amenities that revolves around the 4 major ways to prevent the spread of the virus and protect our guests like reduction of touch points, improve air quality, disinfection and testing. It is important to test all these protocols to make sure that all these innovation are really effective to keep our guests safe; we want our guests to feel safe and secured whenever they stay at Hotel Sogo. We will continue to protect our guests and develop more upgraded protocols even after the pandemic. Recently, we donated food packs with linens and towels to the fire victims at Manila. We also donated essential needs such as bottled waters, linens, pillows, surgical masks, pillow cases, and mattresses to the Philippine General Hospital with the help of AFP and we also gave assistance in different community pantries in Bulacan and Quezon City. Our team will definitely help those who are in need in these trying times. Even this time of GCQ, Hotel Sogo is still accepting frontliners, essential, repatriated OFW, seafarers and economic workers across all Hotel Sogo branches. We are also accommodating those who prefer long-term stay for their work purposes.” ~Ms. Sue Geminiano, Hotel Sogo Corporate Marketing Manager 

UVC Disinfection of Rooms, Utensils, Key Cards Cash

With the prolonged Luzon-wide lockdown, Hotel Sogo realizes, even more, the importance of their core value – Pagmamalasakit. Even though a lot of businesses have closed down, Hotel Sogo continued its support to the frontliners and LGUs who risk fighting against COVID-19.  

As we work together to help flatten the curve by staying at home as COVID-19 continues to spread across the globe, the number of cases has also escalated in the Philippines placing Filipino healthcare workers at the forefront to fight against the virus. Hotel Sogo, the largest hotel chain in the Philippines offered ten Hotel Sogo branches dedicated to doctors, nurses, paramedics, and other healthcare providers who need a place to rest and sleep until the end of the quarantine phase, for free.

Ventilation ACR is Doubled in Lobbies Hallways

Aside from the enhanced new normal protocols such as no contact fixtures and thermal scans, some remarkable changes and innovations that the Hotel Sogo management applied across its branches such as, UVC disinfection in rooms, lobbies, and air-conditioning units, increased ventilation, microbial testing (method to indicate the presence and amount of microorganisms), Covid sniffer dogs, reduced touch points, and application of anti-microbial coatings in frequently touched surfaces. 

Covid Sniffer Dogs for Screening of Employees

The impact of Covid-19 has slammed businesses and different industries instantly in just a short period of time, despite the efforts made in making the economy move forward, there are still businesses and establishments that feel its continuous effects just like in the hospitality industry. 

These affected businesses has doubled its efforts to develop and adapt to the new normal by following heightened safety measures and investing on technological advancement for the protection of all guests and employees, just like the largest and fastest-growing Filipino-owned hotel chain in the country did across all of its branches.

Anti-Microbial Coatings on Furnishings, Fixtures Touch Points

No-Contact Key

Through Hotel Sogo’s 11 So Safe Innovations, the safety and wellness of guests as well as its employees are set first.

More than just a hotel

Aside from the hotel innovations that has implemented, Hotel Sogo is also ramping up its effort in helping fellow countrymen through its Corporate Social Responsibility program, Sogo Cares. Hotel Sogo is helping indigent communities who are in need of basic necessities, such as food, medicines and water. 

FAR UVC Disinfection at Elevator Lobbies

Over the course of six (6) years, starting from 2015, Hotel Sogo through its Corporate Social Responsibility Program Sogo Cares has conducted over 400 medical missions with 100,000 plus beneficiaries, led over 600 donations with more than 170,000 beneficiaries.

Truly, Hotel Sogo lives up to its so clean…so good and now so Safe. Maintaining the cleanliness and providing suitable accommodation to all making it your home away from home. And they do it as a TEAM.

To find out more about Hotel Sogo, visit its website at visit http://www.hotelsogo.com/ or like and follow Hotel Sogo on FACEBOOK, TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, YOUTUBE.

Hotel Sogo's 11 Anti-Covid Innovations

1. UVC Disinfection of Rooms, Utensils, Key Cards & Cash

• Sogo was the first hotel, as early as March 2020, to use UVC (254nm) to fight Covid-19. Taking the cue from hospitals abroad, remote-controlled carts have been deployed for room disinfection. Compartments for utensils, key cards and cash were also fitted with UVC LEDs but kept away from personnel since 254 nm UVCs, while great for killing viruses may harm the skin and eyes.

FAR UVC Disinfection at Elevator Lobbies

2. FAR UVC Disinfection at Elevator Lobbies

• After extensive research, Sogo has acquired and tested the FAR UVC 222 nm lamps that effectively kill viruses while being harmless to humans. Just recently (2020 Q4) produced commercially, it is quite expensive and is sold by only a few manufacturers abroad. Sogo is the first hotel to install these revolutionary excimer lamps in all its elevator lobbies.

UVC Disinfection for Room Aircons

3. UVC Disinfection for Room Aircons

• All room aircons are to be fitted with specially manufactured UVC LEDs. Through germicidal irradiation, the UVC light attacks the DNA/DNR of micro-organisms, killing bacteria and viruses, and preventing their spread. As it is turned on with the aircon, room air is always sterilized each time it passes through the unit, ensuring the best possible room air quality for our guests.

Ventilation ACR is Doubled in Lobbies & Hallways

4. Ventilation ACR is Doubled in Lobbies & Hallways

• The ACR (Air Change Rate) or the number of times the air is replaced for all general spaces is set at ≥ 4 per hour by ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating & Air-Conditioning Engineers). Sogo is doubling its current ACRs for intensified inflow of covid-free fresh air to accelerate indoor air replacement.

Covid Sniffer Dogs for Screening of Employees

5. Covid Sniffer Dogs for Screening of Employees

• Dubai and Helsinki Airports have deployed Covid sniffer dogs to screen passengers and report a > 94% accuracy rate with dogs detecting the virus days before symptoms even start. Sogo has tied up with a leading K9 company, to have specially-trained Belgian Malinois dogs regularly screen its personnel for Covid.

Microbial ATP Fluorescence Testing of Surfaces

6. Microbial ATP Fluorescence Testing of Surfaces

• ATP (Adenosine TriPhosphate) Testing measures ATP content to indicate the presence and amount of microorganisms. Each branch has an Anti-Covid Team that regularly swabs high touch point surfaces that pass through ATP Fluorescence Detectors to verify microbial presence and effectivity of the new protocols.

Anti-Microbial Coatings on Furnishings, Fixtures & Touch Points

7. Anti-Microbial Coatings on Furnishings, Fixtures & Touch Points

• Widely used in hospitals and mass transports in China, Hong Kong and Japan, these Polymer coatings are formed after spraying millions of nano-capsules with contact killing and anti-adhesion features that lasts for weeks. It effectively kills bacteria and viruses, including H1N1 and Covid. Sogo applies this over all furnishings and touch points.

Reduced Touch Points with No-Contact Fixtures (with photos of no-contact fixtures)

8. Reduced Touch Points with No-Contact Fixtures (with photos of no-contact fixtures)

• A Sogo study shows that pre-pandemic, guests had a minimum of 59 Touch Points (TPs) during a typical hotel stay. Due to new protocols that include contact-less fixtures, TPs have been reduced by 40.7% with the goal to achieve a reduction of 66.1% with more advanced technology centered on cellphone use.

Multi-Stage Air Purifying Equipment in Lobbies

9. Multi-Stage Air Purifying Equipment in Lobbies

• To further sanitize indoor air, Sogo installed air-purifying equipment having several levels of filters: Pre-filter, Activated Carbon, HEPA (H11), with built-in Cold Catalysts, Ion Generators and UVC lights that eliminate allergens and pollutants such as dust, pollen, odor, bacteria, viruses, and even reduces carbon dioxide levels. 

No-Contact Key

10. No-Contact Key

• Specially designed key (keychain) to avoid touching. This is one of our giveaways included in some of our promos.

11. Thermal Scan Controlled Doors

• For most branches, guests on their own, can get scanned before entry and if within the safe temperature limit, main doors will open automatically without need of any contact.