Best Western Plus Metro Clark has reached a major milestone, becoming the first hotel in Asia to receive official Speedtest Certified™ recognition from Ookla® for exceptional wireless network performance. The achievement reinforces the hotel’s leadership in delivering a seamless, digitally powered guest experience, supported by Converge’s high-speed fiber connectivity and advanced technology solutions.
Ookla®, a global authority in connectivity intelligence and a division of Ziff Davis, independently verified that the hotel’s wireless network met the stringent benchmarks of its Speedtest Certified™ program. The certification assures guests of fast, reliable internet access throughout the property, a growing necessity for modern travelers.
Speedtest Certified™ is a trusted verification program that evaluates property-wide network performance using Ookla’s industry-leading testing methodology. Best Western Plus Metro Clark earned a score of 72.5 out of 100, surpassing the certification threshold of 70. The results confirm strong signal coverage, high median upload and download speeds suitable for streaming and video conferencing, and minimal latency for real-time applications. The hotel’s network is further reinforced by a 3,000 Mbps fiber backhaul from Converge, ensuring consistent service even during peak usage.
“Fast, reliable Wi-Fi is now a fundamental guest expectation,” said Chafic Traboulsi, Senior Vice President, Sales EMEA & APAC at Ookla. “This certification demonstrates Best Western Plus Metro Clark’s leadership in providing an exceptional digital experience.”
The milestone is the result of a collaboration with Converge Global Business, which equipped the hotel with enterprise-grade fiber connectivity and its hospitality solution, Content Plus, offering both ultra-fast internet and premium entertainment access.
“This achievement reflects our commitment to world-class amenities,” said Jansen Ivan Uy, President and COO of Savers Group Holdings. “It elevates both business and leisure stays while strengthening Central Luzon’s appeal to today’s fully connected travelers.”
With this certification, Best Western Plus Metro Clark sets a new benchmark for modern Filipino hospitality, redefining guest expectations through certified digital excellence.
