SM Hotels Introduces DEWEY, the MOA Complex’s First Luxury Rooftop Events Venue

SM Hotels and Convention Centers (SMHCC) is expanding its meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibitions (MICE) offerings at the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Complex by launching DEWEY at Conrad Manila. The new venue is the complex’s first dedicated luxury rooftop events space, offering an exclusive setting for private celebrations, corporate gatherings, and special occasions.

Designed for intimate, upscale events, DEWEY offers an alternative to traditional hotel ballrooms, combining contemporary design, personalized hospitality, and sweeping views of Manila Bay and the city skyline.

Named after Admiral George Dewey, a prominent historical figure once associated with Dewey Boulevard (now Roxas Boulevard), the venue draws inspiration from Manila’s historic waterfront. Its elevated location offers guests a distinctive setting, particularly for sunset celebrations and evening events overlooking the bay.

DEWEY can accommodate up to 170 guests across its flexible indoor and alfresco spaces. The venue suits sunset weddings, cocktail receptions, private dinners, milestone celebrations, and exclusive corporate functions.

Adding to its exclusivity, the rooftop venue features a private elevator for direct and discreet access. Guests can also use the helipad, providing an alternative arrival experience for select events.

The venue’s contemporary interiors emphasize understated elegance, allowing event organizers to customize the space according to their preferred theme and occasion. Guests also benefit from Conrad Manila’s signature hospitality, including curated dining experiences and attentive service.

“DEWEY offers something different within the MOA Complex. We wanted to create a space where guests can enjoy the beauty of Manila Bay in a more private, sophisticated setting,” said Peggy Angeles, Executive Vice President of SMHCC.

She added that the new venue complements the company’s existing and upcoming MICE facilities, giving clients more options for events of varying sizes and formats.

Expanding the MOA Complex’s MICE Offerings

The launch of DEWEY strengthens SMHCC’s growing portfolio of event venues within the MOA Complex, positioning the destination as a convenient location for business meetings, corporate conventions, social celebrations, and large-scale exhibitions.

Conrad Manila currently offers three ballrooms, giving event organizers more options for formal gatherings and large private functions. Meanwhile, Lanson Place Mall of Asia features the Grand Saffron Ballroom, another venue catering to business and social events.

For major conventions, trade shows, and exhibitions, the complex is also home to SMX Convention Center Manila. SMXCite, another addition to the convention and events portfolio, is scheduled to open in 2027.

One of the MOA Complex’s key advantages is its integrated hospitality and entertainment environment. Its combination of hotels, restaurants, shopping destinations, and leisure attractions allows event organizers to accommodate different guest requirements within one destination.

With DEWEY, SMHCC adds a more exclusive rooftop experience to its growing collection of MICE facilities. The new venue also highlights the increasing demand for distinctive event spaces that combine accessibility, personalized service, and memorable city and waterfront views.

For couples planning an intimate wedding, companies organizing executive gatherings, or hosts looking for a sophisticated private celebration venue, DEWEY offers a new luxury events destination overlooking Manila Bay.

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