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Okada Manila Poker: Home of PokerStars LIVE and APPT Philippines

Callum Jury
Originally from the UK’s Lake District, Callum Jury has carved out a niche as a premier live reporter across the Southeast Asian poker circuit. Since 2025, he has delivered high-level coverage for major brands like the APT, PokerStars, and the WSOP, blending a background in business with a deep-rooted passion for storytelling. As a key member of the Somuchpoker team, Callum uses his sharp eye for photography and media to bridge the gap between technical hand histories and the raw human drama of a high-stakes deep run.

Okada Manila stands as the “Grand Dame” of Entertainment City, a massive, gold-faceted integrated resort that has redefined luxury gaming in the Philippines . While the property is famous for its multicolored dancing fountain and opulent Pearl and Coral wings, for poker players, the true heart of the resort is the dedicated PokerStars LIVE Manila room. This partnership has turned Okada into a primary gateway for international poker, blending high-end resort service with the most recognized brand in the game.


Why Okada Manila?

  • Elite Environment: Luxurious surroundings with high-end services and professional dealers catering to all levels of players.
  • Major Series Hub: Frequent host to prominent events such as the PokerStars LIVE festivals and major regional tours.
  • Massive Gaming Floor: Features one of the largest gaming spaces in the country with over 500 table games and 3,000 electronic machines.
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GAMES
NLHE & PLO
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STAKES
Low to High
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PARKING
Valet & On-Site

The PokerStars LIVE Experience

The poker action at Okada is centered in a high-energy, 15-table room that balances the prestige of the PokerStars brand with the localised “Manila style” of play. It is a reliable 24/7 destination for cash games, typically spreading PHP 25/50 up to PHP 200/400 No-Limit Hold’em, with Pot-Limit Omaha seeing consistent growth. The room is renowned for its professionalism, featuring the same high-level tournament directors and equipment found at global EPT stops.

During major festivals like the Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) or the Manila Megastack, the room expands its footprint, taking over larger event spaces within the resort to accommodate hundreds of international qualifiers. Even on a quiet Tuesday, the vibe remains premium, with table-side food service and a dedicated staff that caters to the needs of serious grinders.


Venue Logistics

📍 Location: Situated in Entertainment City, Parañaque, the resort is a premier integrated casino destination in the Manila region.

🏨 Accommodations: As a world-class luxury resort, Okada Manila offers high-end facilities and services for international guests staying during major poker festivals.

📝 Entry & Variety: The venue provides a wide range of gaming options including baccarat, blackjack, and roulette alongside its dedicated poker room formats.


♠️ Official Okada Manila Updates

Connect with the venue for the latest events, promotions, and resort news.


Festivals at Okada Manila

APTC
PokerStars LIVE Manila Super Series 13
APTC/2019
Dec 10-Dec 15
APTC
PokerStars LIVE Manila Super Series 12
APTC/2019
Nov 19-Nov 23
APTC
Asia Open Poker Tour 2019
APTC/2019
Nov 01-Nov 04
APTC
PokerStars LIVE Okada Manila Millions
APTC/2019
Feb 05-Feb 10

Okada Manila related news

Manila Megastack 24: PokerStars Live Returns to Okada Manila with ₱40 Million Guaranteed
Join PokerStars Live for Manila Megastack 24 from Feb 25 – Mar 9. Featuring a ₱20M GTD Main Event and ₱40M+ in total prizes at Okada Manila
02/13/2026
Manila Megastack 23 Concludes Record-Breaking Festival At Okada Manila
Edilberto Gopez wins the Main Event as Manila Megastack 23 at Okada Manila sets records with 54 spadies and a PHP 96.9M prize pool.
12/09/2025
PokerStars LIVE Closes the Year with 23rd Running of Manila Megastack
From November 27 to December 8, 2025, PokerStars LIVE Manila stages the 23rd edition of the Manila Megastack at the world-class Okada Manila featuring ₱36M GTD.
11/17/2025
APPT Manila Championship Highlights: Minwoong Jeong Reigns At APPT Championship For ₱11.85M (~$202K)
Korea’s Minwoong Jeong entered the final table of the 2025 APPT Manila Championship with nearly half of the chips in play then crushed it for ₱11.85M ($202K).
10/28/2025
APPT Manila Championship Highlights: Repeat Victory for Leo Kamiya At APPT Open; Christian Cloutier, Dean Caing Among Winners
The second annual APPT Manila Championship is in full swing at the newly renovated Coral Lounge inside world-class Okada Manila, Philippines running Oct 16-27.
10/20/2025
Cards in the Air! APPT Manila Championship 2025 Opens At Okada Manila feat. US$2.7M In Guarantees
PokerStars LIVE drops curtain on flagship Asia Pacific Poker Tour - APPT Manila Championship today, October 16 at the Coral Lounge in world-class Okada Manila.
10/16/2025
Shards, Spadies, ₱155 Million GTD – APPT Manila Championship Is One Week Away
The second annual APPT Manila Championship returns featuring ₱155 Million festival guarantee (~US$ 2.6 Million) from October 16-27 at Okada Manila, Philippines.
10/09/2025
One Month Away From APPT Manila Championship  – October 16 to 27 At Okada Manila
Storming back is the Asia Pacific Poker Tour's - APPT Manila Championship - taking place from October 16 to 27, 2025 at the recently awarded PokerStars LIVE room in Okada Manila.
09/17/2025
PokerStars LIVE At Okada Manila Named IAG Best IR Poker Room Second Year In A Row
For the second consecutive year, premier poker destination, PokerStars LIVE at Okada Manila, has been named the Best Poker Room In An IR by Inside Asia Gaming
09/11/2025
2025 APPT Manila Pays Out ₱285M (~$5M); APPT Manila Championship In October
The 16th edition of APPT Manila ran from July 23 to August 4, 2025 at the spectacular Cove Manila within Okada Manila. At the close, 64 champions emerged and more than ₱285 Million (~US$ 4.98M) in cash was awarded.
08/09/2025
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