CHAPTER 2.

Review of Related Literature

Related Literature

 Foreign

Hotel and Resort: planning, design and refurbishments Fred Lawson, 2000

“Hotels in resort destinations show wide diversity, responding to the tourist

attractions of the locality as well as marketing requirements. Hotels in rural

surroundings, isolated from business and local users used to create their own individual

amenities.”

-Fred Lawson, 2000

This book talks about hotels and how they began on certain places. It explains that

destinations pass through a predictable sequence of six stages. These stages are:

exploration, involvement, development, consolidation, stagnation and decline or

rejuvenation according to Butler‘s hypothetical model of resort evolution. This suggests

that resorts become unattractive with the passage of time, as visitor numbers increase

and their carrying capacities are exceeded, and are unable to compete with other newer

resorts.

In the exploration stage the resort is isolated with a sleepy appearance and with little

or no development. In the involvement stage visitors from the overcrowded urban

centers are attracted by the relaxing and unspoiled landscape of the resort. Local

entrepreneurs realize the economic significance of tourism and begin to provide

facilities and services to tourists. Resort expands and reaches the stage of
development. The number of tourists increases and at peak periods far outweighs the

size of the local population. Many locals appear to tolerate tourism unwanted effects

because of its substantial economic effects (Bramwell, 2003). In the consolidation stage

a drastic reduction of beach width occurs because of the construction of more

accommodation establishments and businesses. The indigenous population is being

pushed further away from the beachfront. When the resort reaches the stagnation

stage, the tourism landscape becomes dominant and little room is available for further

expansion. As a result, accommodation establishments are constructed in inland areas.

The end of the cycle is marked by the post-stagnation phase, which may result in

decline, if the tourist market continues to wane and the resort is not able to compete

with newer resorts, or rejuvenation, through the development of an artificial attraction,

e.g. the introduction of casinos or indoor water parks.

 Local

Banyan Hotels and Resort Project, Palawan Keith, 2008

The researcher was inspired by these statements “We want to build a globally

recognized brand which by inspiring exceptional experiences among our guests,

instilling pride and integrity in our associates and enhancing both the physical and

human environment in which we operate, will deliver attractive returns to our

shareholder.” -Keith, 2008

The journal stated qualities of their resort that leads them to success. It is related in way

that the hotel and resort is a mountain resort situated in Palawan similar to the

researcher proposed thesis project.

Related studies and research

 Foreign

MICHAEL GRAVES SENTOSA ECO-RESORT SINGAPORE

Project Details:

Project Lead: Professional Credits:

Patrick Burke, AIA Associate Architect – DP Architects
Location: Completion Date:
Sentosa, Singapore Master Plan 2006

Size: Project 2012

49-hectare site, 3.5 million SF

The 121-acre Resorts World Sentosa, an idea conceived by household name

Michael Graves, is the brilliant eco-resort built on an island off the coast of Singapore. A

multi-million square foot complex, the resort features six hotels, a casino, a convention

center, a waterfront auditorium, a spa, a marina, an animal park, retail and restaurants.

To compliment all this extravagant fun, the resort also features a number of sustainable

initiatives such as photovoltaic systems to provide power, and green roofs to insulate

the buildings.

Converging Tropical Landscape and Architecture

Well-defined open spaces and pedestrian and water routes organize the site and

create myriad outdoor experiences for the visitor, from dramatic views of the colossal

Merlion statue to the heritage forest or the waterfront. The resort’s character derives

from the landscape, use of water, and forms, warm natural materials and details

associated with tropical architecture.

A Comfortable Outdoor Experience

The casino, a multimodal transportation hub and back-of-house service centers

extend 3 levels and 45 feet below sea level, allowing visitors to have an unencumbered

pedestrian experience within the resort. EFTE canopies and eco-coolers using air

conditioning condensate keep visitors comfortable in the hot, humid and rainy climate

and contribute to the indoor-outdoor atmosphere of the resort.

Resorts World Sentosa Master Plan

Resorts World Sentosa Aerial View

STAR ISLAND BAHAMAS

S.T.A.R. stands for Sustainable Terrain And Resources. It is a private destination

using off-grid technology to power the entire island. We offer desirable and unique

experiences to visitors, while caring for the environment and educating people about

real possibilities in sustainable development. 

STAR Island is a working prototype for sustainable development, consistently

documenting and improving practices learned on site. Visitors will have first-hand

opportunities to see clean energy systems in use and learn about how they work. With

solar, wind and hydro systems in place, we deliver a true carbon-neutral operation. Our

staff is available to tour guests on the island, explaining how everything from
aquaculture to architecture is contributing to making this island a viable model for our

planet

Rooms
One Bedroom Mini Suite
 Private Bedroom with Two Double

Beds

 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa

 Mini Kitchen with coffee and tea

maker, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher,

toaster, flatware

 Convenient Comforts include cable

TV, hairdryer, AM/FM alarm clock, DVD

Player, iron and ironing board

  Master Bedroom with One King Bed

 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa

 Private Balcony

 Washer & Dryer

 Bathroom with Whirlpool Tub

 Full Kitchen with coffee and tea maker, microwave, refrigerator, oven,

dishwasher, stove, toaster, cookware, flatware

 Convenient Comforts include cable TV, hairdryer, AM/FM alarm clock,

DVD Player, iron and ironing board

One Bedroom Condo

 Master Bedroom with One King Bed

 Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa

 Private Balcony

 Washer & Dryer

 Bathroom with Whirlpool Tub

 Full Kitchen with coffee and

tea maker, microwave, refrigerator,

oven, dishwasher, stove, toaster,

cookware, flatware
  Convenient Comforts include cable TV, hairdryer, AM/FM alarm clock,

DVD Player, iron and ironing board

 Local

TAGAYTAY, CABINS

Located across Ayala Serin Mall in Aguinaldo Highway, Cabins by Eco Hotel Tagaytay

is the flagship property that opened in 2015, housing 16 guest rooms. It started as a

socio civic project with the aim of giving back to the local community. Cabins was built

to showcase how recyclables can be used to build a structure that uses home-made

bricks, sustainable wood for the façade and pinewood for the beds which are from
sustainable farming. It was a challenge to build the most comfortable rooms in small

spaces. The rooms were to emulate the cruise ship cabins, hence the name Cabins—

with limited space for the bedrooms. Each room is similarly configured to provide

soothing comfort in a compact, cabin type and functional space. All rooms are eco-chic

in design and the facade and interiors showcase upcycled materials and repurposed

furniture. 

Each room was designed to have a boxed bed that frames the huge window like a

picture frame-some rooms with a view of Taal Lake, and a cabin sized bathroom.

Biophilic design principles were applied by studying the natural airflow and lighting that

brought in nature to its interiors. Solar power has been installed on-grid, harnessing

power from the sun, and a rain water catchment is a source of water for cleaning and

landscaping. Artworks were mostly from upcycled and art cycled materials, showcasing

Filipino artists.

There are available common areas in all floors and board games that you can use for

free. Co-working spaces are also available. Every corner and detail in Cabins showcase

sustainability and environmentally friendly principles. At the roof deck, we have our

Mexican restaurant Chinampa Taqueria with the amazing view of the Taal lake while

enjoying your meal and drinks.

Rooms
STANDARD ROOM

The room boasts a view of the locality seen as a picture captured in a glass window.
DETAILS and AMENITIES

 Room good for 2 pax

 Queen Sized Bed

 Flat Screen Cable TV

 Air Conditioning

 Ceiling Fan

 En Suite Toilet and Hot/Cold

Shower

 Wash Area

 Bathroom Amenities

 Bath and Hand Towels

 Service Water

GARDEN VIEW

The room boasts of a view of our home-grown herb garden seen as a picture captured
in a glass window.

DETAILS and AMENITIES

 Room good for 2 pax

 Queen Sized Bed

 Flat Screen Cable TV

 Air Conditioning

 Ceiling Fan
  En Suite Toilet and Hot/Cold Shower

 Wash Area

 Bathroom Amenities

 Bath and Hand Towels

 Service Water

LAKE VIEW ROOM

The glass window frames the scenic Taal Lake and the country’s smallest volcano

evoking breathtaking moments each time one looks out. Best to keep the blackout

curtains open during the day.

DETAILS and AMENITIES

 Room good for 2 pax

 Queen Sized Bed

 Flat Screen Cable TV

 Air Conditioning

 Ceiling Fan

 En Suite Toilet and Hot/Cold Shower

 Wash Area

 Bathroom Amenities

 Bath and Hand Towels

 Service Water
FAMILY ROOM

Spaciously configured, a separate single bed is provided for a third member and a

trundle for an extra person more. The view of our herb garden is an artwork captured in

a glass window.

DETAILS and AMENITIES

 Room good for 3 pax (maximum of 4 pax)

 Queen Sized Bed for 2 pax

 Single bed for third person

 Flat Screen Cable TV

 Air Conditioning

 Ceiling Fan

 En Suite Toilet and Hot/Cold Shower

 Wash Area

 Bathroom Amenities

 Bath and Hand Towels

 Service Water

Synthesis of the related reviewed literature, studies and research.

Similarities
 With the above mention studies, according to Keith (2008) by inspiring

exceptional experiences among our guests, we are able to build a globally recognized

brand. Michael Graves Sentosa Eco-Resort Singapore and Resorts World Sentosa

Master Plan were able to build a globally recognized resort through incorporating

sustainable structures by using renewable resources as an alternative form of

electricity, water. Tagaytay Cabins as one of the eco-hotel and resort in Philippines is

also sustainable like the two resorts that were mentioned above. Solar power has been

installed on-grid, harnessing power from the sun, and a rain water catchment is a

source of water for cleaning and landscaping.

Differences

Michael Graves, is the brilliant eco-resort built on an island off the coast of

Singapore. A multi-million square foot complex, the resort features six hotels, a casino,

a convention center, a waterfront auditorium, a spa, a marina, an animal park, retail and

restaurants. Cabins by Eco Hotel Tagaytay is the flagship property that opened in 2015,

housing 16 guest rooms. Both concept and ideas of the resort pertaining to the

classification such as luxurious or not and the sizes were unassociated.

https://ecohotels.com.ph/cabins/

https://www.michaelgraves.com/projects/resorts-world-sentosa-master-plan/

https://issuu.com/mgad/docs/resorts_world_sentosa_experience_bo

https://co-tourism-resort-Thesis-Proposal.pdf