Approche Hospitality Management offers smart, customized, science-driven solutions for PH hotels

From left: Erwin Rarugal, culinary director; Eppi Legaspi, HR director and head of business development; Nonoy Rodriguez, culinary director; Brett Richard Borjal, director of operations; and Christian Guballa, managing director.

As the Philippines rises among Asia’s top tourism destinations, the demand for better, smarter hospitality services continues to grow. Enter Approche Hospitality Management, a company redefining hotel operations through customized, innovative, and science-based business solutions.

Approche offers a full suite of services designed to help hospitality businesses thrive in today’s competitive landscape—from full-hotel management and revenue strategy to digital marketing and tech-driven solutions. What sets them apart is their approach. They tailor each solution to a property’s unique vision, ensuring every hotel maintains its identity while reaching its full potential.

Tana Beach Villas

“We stand out by shaping each hotel around the owner’s vision,” said Christian Guballa, Approche Hospitality Management’s managing director. “Whether it’s a boutique bed-and-breakfast or a sprawling resort, we design solutions that are fit for purpose—not just for show.”

Approche’s core philosophy is built on eight guiding values: scalable service, operational excellence, employee-centric culture, brand focus, efficient expense management, sustainable operations, business continuity, and owner’s representation. These aren’t just buzzwords—they’re the backbone of a system that strengthens hotel operations while boosting guest satisfaction and profitability.

Likha Wellness Resort.

The core of their strategy is innovation grounded in science. Approche begins with a detailed assessment of a hotel’s size, structure, and owner’s expectations, then crafts a management plan tailored to those findings. From simplifying processes and cutting excess reports to training staff in critical thinking, they equip hotel teams to deliver fast, effective service.

One standout feature is their Property Management System (PMS) Optimization, which streamlines bookings, guest preferences, and service workflows. Their Revenue Management System (RMS), meanwhile, ensures pricing stays competitive and demand-driven, helping properties stay profitable even during lean periods.

Guballa.

But innovation doesn’t stop with tech. Guest experience is a priority—from room design down to thoughtful little touches, everything aligns with the brand’s character. Their Smart Savings program integrates eco-friendly and cost-effective practices like energy-saving systems and waste reduction, making sustainability part of the business model.

Approche also stays ahead of trends by integrating wellness and local experiences into their properties. Guests will find everything from fitness and mindfulness programs to curated partnerships with local artisans and chefs. They’ve even introduced a Water Filtration Project to minimize plastic use by offering clean, safe drinking water on-site.

Shepherd Ridge Mountain Resort

“We believe future-proofing is about adaptability,” said Guballa. “The pandemic taught us how important it is to be systematic, sustainable, and people-focused. That’s how you build a business that lasts.”

With a growing portfolio that includes SotoGrande Hotel (Batangas City), Tana Beach Villas (Lian, Batangas), Likha Wellness (Lipa, Batangas), Monaco Hotel (Taytay, Rizal), The Tribute Hotel (Quezon City), Horizon Hotel (Romblon), and Shepherd Ridge Mountain Resort (Sta. Maria, Laguna), Approche is proving that its model works—across provinces, property types, and guest profiles.

In a country where hospitality is both a cultural trademark and an economic driver, Approche is helping ensure that Filipino hotels are keeping up and setting the pace.