Waiting for the Sunset at Hotel Jen Manila's Club Lounge

It's still one of the best free light shows in Manila, and no matter how many times you've seen it, it's still an experience worth waiting for...

And there's one place where you can view the sunset in comfort. High up at Hotel Jen Manila's Club Lounge, you get front row seats to Manila Bay's iconic sunset.

Sunset is also the best time for some cocktails. Hotel Jen Manila's Club Lounge is the perfect venue for a few rounds of beer or cocktails while waiting for the sunset.

At the Club Lounge, a sumptuous spread of assorted cheeses and light snacks were displayed on the spread...

...with bottles of cold beer on ice. You can also create your own cocktails, with a variety of premium spirits to choose from at the Club Lounge.

Savory bites...

...and indulgent sweets, you can find it all at the Club Lounge. And the Club Lounge is also the perfect place to welcome the new year. For only P 1,800 net person, you can party high up the 19th Floor with Hotel Jen Manila's Countdown at Club Lounge on December 31, 2015, starting at 10pm inclusive of free-flowing pica-pica, unlimited local beer and non-alcoholic drinks with a live DJ performance (prior reservation is required). Or if you prefer to be closer to earth, you can Party at the Lobby Lounge down at the ground floor for only P 688 net per person inclusive of two standard drinks and a band performance dishing your favorite tunes.

But the famed sunset chose to hide behind the grey clouds that day, but then again, still an impressive sight. The final shafts of sunlight peered through the thick clouds, offering a hint of the afternoon sun's final bow, with the bay reflecting the magical colors. Magic hour on the bay, seen from 19 floors up, at Hotel Jen Manila's Club Lounge.

As the afternoon light faded, the city is illuminated with its own dazzling display of light. And this is probably the only time when heavy traffic looks good, 19 floors below. Pick your spot at the Club Lounge, and enjoy the show.

The Club Lounge is located at the 19th Floor of Hotel Jen Manila, 3001 Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City 1305, Metro Manila or call 795-8888, email at hjm@hoteljen.com for inquiries and more information.

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