The Secrets of Hotel 88

The Secrets of Hotel 88
Title card
Genre
Directed byHenry King Quitain[2]
Starring
Country of originPhilippines
Original languageTagalog
No. of episodes21
Production
Production locationsPuerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro
Camera setupMultiple-camera setup
Production companyStar Creatives
Original release
NetworkiWant
ReleaseFebruary 23, 2026 (2026-02-23) –
present
NetworkGMA Network
ReleaseMarch 2, 2026 (2026-03-02) –
present

The Secrets of Hotel 88 is a 2026 Philippine television drama mystery series streaming on iWant and broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Henry King Quitain, it stars Mika Salamanca, Brent Manalo, Will Ashley, Ralph de Leon, Esnyr, AZ Martinez, River Joseph, Dustin Yu, Bianca de Vera, Klarisse de Guzman, Xyriel Manabat, Josh Ford and Kira Balinger. The series premiered on iWant on February 23, 2026. The television broadcast premiered on March 2, 2026, on GMA Network's Prime line up.

Premise

Brothers Martin, Francis and Gio are reunited after the death of their estranged father. They inherited the "haunted" Hotel 88, which has a history of unsettled situations and old secrets. The Almazan family–consisting of Jade, Justin, Luna and Leon, will combat for their stake of the hotel.[2]

Cast and characters

Main cast

  • Mika Salamanca[3] as Luna Almazan, the eldest daughter of the Almazan family with a strong-willed attitude.[4][5]
  • Brent Manalo[6] as Gio Cabrera, the hot-headed eldest son of Michael and half-brother of Kiko and Martin.[5]
  • Will Ashley[7] as Kiko Endaya, the youngest son of Michael and half-brother of Gio and Martin. He is the most easygoing among the brothers and cares the most about Michael.[4][5] He is also Chesca's half-brother through their mother Georgia.
  • Ralph de Leon[8] as Martin Madrigal, a businessman and second son of Michael.[4] He is the half-brother of Kiko and Martin through Michael, and Trixie's half-brother through their mother Lourdes.
  • Esnyr[9] as Raphie Salcedo, one of Hotel 88's hoteliers and Monette's sibling.[4][5]
  • AZ Martinez[10] as Sari Garcia, a hopeless romantic guest of Hotel 88.[4][5]
  • River Joseph as Leon Almazan, the reserved but responsible eldest son of the Almazan family.[4][5]
  • Dustin Yu as Edward Arellano, a friend of the Almazan family who forms a connection with Jade.[4][5]
  • Bianca de Vera as Jade Almazan, the youngest child of the Almazan family.[4][5]
  • Klarisse de Guzman as Monette Salcedo, one of Hotel 88's hoteliers and Raphie's sister.[4][5]
  • Xyriel Manabat as Chesca Endaya, Kiko's half-sister.[4][5]
  • Josh Ford as Justin Almazan, the youngest son and second-youngest of the Almazan family.[4][5]
  • Kira Balinger as Trixie Madrigal, a businesswoman and Martin's half-sister.[4][5]

Supporting cast

Guest cast

Production

On September 18, 2025, GMA Network and ABS-CBN announced Star Creatives' development of the series along cast members.[13][14] Star Creatives' business unit head, Des de Guzman, stated the series was created with the actors in mind, after seeing their Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition.[15] Principal photography commenced in October 2025, in Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro.[11][16]

Release

The series became available for streaming on the streaming service, iWant on February 23, 2026. The television broadcast premiered on March 2, 2026, on GMA Network.[2][17]

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in television homes, the pilot episode of The Secrets of Hotel 88 earned a 4.2% rating.[18]

References

  1. ^ Andes, Jane (January 24, 2026). "Inside The Secrets of Hotel 88: The PBB Housemates Leading the Mystery". Zeen Media. Retrieved January 29, 2026.
  2. ^ a b c "Kapuso-Kapamilya's The Secrets of Hotel 88 to premiere on March 2 on GMA". Cinema Bravo. February 6, 2026. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  3. ^ Requintina, Robert (January 2, 2026). "GMA Network rolls out original, powerful, stories, and world-class entertainment". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved January 24, 2026.
  4. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l Yap, Jade Veronique (January 29, 2026). "Secrets of Hotel 88 unveils character posters of PBB Celebrity Collab 1.0 housemates". GMA Network. Retrieved January 30, 2026.
  5. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l Yap, Jade Veronique (February 10, 2026). "'The Secrets of Hotel 88': A quick guide to the characters". GMA Network. Retrieved March 5, 2026.
  6. ^ "GMA Network unveils new drama slate for 2026". Señal News. January 16, 2026. Retrieved January 24, 2026.
  7. ^ Severo, Jan Millo (September 19, 2025). "PBB housemates star in new ABS-CBN, GMA collab Secrets of Hotel 88". The Philippine Star. Retrieved January 24, 2026.
  8. ^ Mirabuna, Mc Vincent (September 18, 2025). "Bagong collab ng GMA, ABS-CBN pagbibidahan ng ilang PBB housemates; netizens excited!" [New collab of GMA, ABS-CBN to be led by few PBB housemates; netizens excited!]. Balita. Retrieved February 3, 2026.
  9. ^ "List: GMA Network rolls out originals, hits for 2026". SunStar. January 2, 2026. Retrieved January 24, 2026.
  10. ^ Mallorca, Hannah (January 2, 2026). "From Ashtine Olviga to Fyang Smith to Kai Montinola: Stars to watch out for in 2026". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved January 24, 2026.
  11. ^ a b c Bote, Jia Pizarro (January 23, 2026). "The Secrets of Hotel 88 Teaser Is Out—And Mysterious Twists in Love, Friendship, and Death Await". When in Manila. Retrieved January 24, 2026.
  12. ^ a b c d "The Secrets of Hotel 88 tops iWant chart, draws more viewers into mystery-filled collab". ABS-CBN Corporation. March 7, 2026. Retrieved March 11, 2026.
  13. ^ Bote, Jia Pizarro (September 19, 2025). "ABS-CBN, GMA Join Forces in New Series—Here's What We Know So Far". When in Manila. Retrieved January 23, 2026.
  14. ^ Evangelista, Jessica Ann (September 19, 2025). "PBB collab alums headline ABS-CBN, GMA's series The Secrets of Hotel 88". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved January 23, 2026.
  15. ^ Wang, Nickie (February 27, 2026). "The Secrets of Hotel 88 brings fresh energy to primetime". Manila Standard. Retrieved March 5, 2026.
  16. ^ "The Secrets of Hotel 88 shares photos of PBB Collab stars on set". GMA Network. December 2, 2025. Retrieved January 24, 2026.
  17. ^ Ferrer, Noel; Olea, Jerry; Rula, Gorgy (January 27, 2026). "TV Ratings: TV5, nakisakay sa popularity ng Heated Rivalry para sa promo ng primetime shows" [TV Ratings: TV5, rode the popularity of Heated Rivalry for the promo of primetime shows]. PEP. Retrieved January 28, 2026.
  18. ^ "TV Ratings: Apoy Sa Dugo, The Secrets of Hotel 88 pilot". PEP. March 3, 2026. Retrieved March 4, 2026.
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