Angeles City, Pampanga – Best Western Plus Metro Clark has made history as the first hotel in Asia to earn Ookla’s Speedtest Certified status, a distinction that affirms its leadership in delivering fast, reliable, and guest-centered connectivity.
Powered by Converge’s high-speed fiber technology, the hotel’s certified network elevates the digital experience for every traveler walking through its doors.
The achievement comes after Ookla, the global authority in connectivity intelligence, independently verified the hotel’s wireless performance against the stringent metrics of its Speedtest Certified program.
Best Western Plus Metro Clark earned a score of 72.5 out of 100—surpassing the minimum requirement of 70—and proving that its Wi-Fi infrastructure can keep pace with the demands of modern digital lifestyles.
This certification assures guests that strong primary signal coverage, high-performing download and upload speeds for conferencing and streaming, low latency for real-time applications, and enterprise-grade network resilience are available across the entire property. Backed by a 3000 Mbps fiber backbone from Converge, the hotel is able to support peak usage without compromising speed or stability.
“Fast, reliable Wi-Fi is now a fundamental guest expectation. We congratulate Best Western Plus Metro Clark on achieving Speedtest Certified status for its network,” said Chafic Traboulsi, Senior Vice President for Sales in EMEA & APAC at Ookla. “By earning our trusted badge of excellence, the hotel demonstrates its leadership in providing a positive digital experience.”
This milestone is deeply tied to the hotel’s collaboration with Converge Global Business, which supplied advanced fiber connectivity and its hospitality-focused Content Plus solution. Together, these technologies provide ultra-high-speed internet for business and entertainment needs, along with a robust selection of premium channels for guests seeking high-quality content.
The recognition aligns with Converge’s continued success on the global stage, following its triple win at Ookla’s Speedtest Awards for the first half of 2025. The company topped four categories—including Fastest Fixed Network and Best Fixed Network—with a Speed Score of 63.46, reflecting the backbone behind Best Western Plus Metro Clark’s certified performance.
“Being the first hotel in Asia to become Speedtest Certified by Ookla is a tremendous honor,” said Jansen Ivan Uy, President and COO of Savers Group Holdings, operator of Best Western Plus Metro Clark. “Our partnership with Converge has allowed us to deliver an ultra-fast, consistent, and secure Wi-Fi environment that truly enhances our guests’ stay. This strengthens our appeal to today’s traveler, who expects seamless connectivity as part of their overall experience.”
Eugene Yeo, Chief Executive Advisor of Converge, added, “Ookla’s certification validates the strength of the digital ecosystem we’ve built for Best Western Plus Metro Clark. Our pure fiber infrastructure is designed to meet the high demands of modern hospitality, ensuring a world-class experience for all guests.”
Best Western Plus Metro Clark’s newly certified Wi-Fi excellence represents more than an upgrade in amenities. It marks a redefinition of what hospitality should look like in an increasingly digital Philippines—where seamless connectivity is not a luxury but an expectation.
With this milestone, the hotel reinforces its position as a leader in Central Luzon’s competitive tourism landscape and sets a new standard for guest-centric innovation in the region.