ABS-CBN’s Star Creatives brings its latest series, The Secrets of Hotel 88, to life by transforming Puerto Galera into an immersive setting where mystery and romance unfold against a breathtaking natural backdrop.
Known for acclaimed productions such as Incognito, Can’t Buy Me Love, It’s Okay Not to Be Okay, La Luna Sangre, and Bagani, Star Creatives continues its tradition of elevating storytelling through visually striking real-world locations. For this project, Puerto Galera’s beaches, lush forests, and scenic resorts become an integral part of the narrative, enhancing the series’ suspenseful tone.
Members of the cast highlighted how the location helped shape their performances. Mika Salamanca shared that Puerto Galera’s beauty and atmosphere made it easier to bring Hotel 88 to life. AZ Martinez noted that the mix of forests, sea, and resorts provided everything needed for the story’s setting, while Xyriel Manabat emphasized how the production showcased the destination’s hidden gems, enriching the visual storytelling.
As the plot unfolds, tensions between the Fernandez and Almazan families escalate, revealing long-buried secrets that intensify the drama and raise the stakes with each episode.
Since its premiere, The Secrets of Hotel 88 has ranked as the number one most-watched series on iWant, drawing audiences in with its gripping narrative, romantic storylines, and immersive visual world shaped by Puerto Galera’s landscapes.
The series airs Monday to Friday at 9:35 PM on GMA Network and ABS-CBN Entertainment YouTube channel, with early access available via iWant, where subscribers can watch episodes seven days ahead of its free TV broadcast.
