Average nightly room rates for five-star hotels in Macau continued to soften toward the end of 2025, reflecting a more competitive hospitality environment despite steady visitor flows.The average daily rate (ADR) for five-star rooms in December slipped 6% year-on-year to US$193, extending a downward trend seen across much of the year.
Bally's Corporation has outlined plans for a major new Las Vegas Strip–adjacent development with an estimated total cost of US$1.19 billion, positioning the project as a mixed-use destination closely linked to the future Major League Baseball ballpark planned for the former Tropicana site.The development will include a Bally’s-branded casino hotel designed to integrate with the stadium precinct and capture year-round foot traffic generated by sporting events, concerts, and large-scale entertainment.
Galaxy Macau has rolled out its “Chill Coffee” themed event as part of ongoing efforts to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Macau. The initiative provides local coffee brands and lifestyle vendors with a curated sales platform inside the integrated resort, allowing them to showcase products directly to residents and visitors in a high-traffic, premium environment.
DigiPlus Foundation has taken another step in advancing digital inclusion in the Philippines with the launch of a new technology centre on Ticao Island, a remote community in Masbate province. The initiative aims to provide residents with access to computers, internet connectivity, and basic digital skills training—resources that have long been limited due to the island’s geographic isolation and infrastructure challenges.
MGM China Holdings has thrown its support behind a specialised culinary course aimed at promoting globally recognised Macanese cuisine, reinforcing efforts to preserve Macau’s unique food heritage while developing professional talent for the city’s hospitality sector.
Author: Janice Chew • Saturday, 24/01/2026
