dusitD2 Hotel to Open in Phuket
Dusit is to expand its dusitD2 brand to Phuket, in southern Thailand
Located only one block from the island's popular Patong Beach, and within walking distance from the Jungceylon shopping and leisure complex, the dusitD2 Phuket Resort aims to become a destination in its own right, boasting 390 guest rooms and suites and an array of iconic lifestyle and entertainment outlets including a Hard Rock Café.
The Destination Patong Hotel & Spa, as the hotel is currently named, is scheduled for an April 2014 rebranding date. The hotel is also developing a scenic rooftop bar and a spa with 9 treatment rooms to add to the hotel's destination appeal.
"The dusitD2 Phuket Resort is an excellent product in a great location," said the hotel's owner, Mr. Gary Murray, CEO of Destination Resorts. "Now with Dusit on board to manage the hotel's operations, in addition to a number of exciting, soon-to-be announced lifestyle and entertainment partnerships, we believe that the dusitD2 Phuket Resort will be an excellent choice for guests looking for the perfect combination of sun, sea and impeccable service."
Dusit International Group Director of Development, Mr. Rustom Vickers, said, "With eight dusitD2 hotels in the pipeline, from California, USA to Nairobi, Kenya, this year will certainly see a spotlight on the dusitD2 brand ... We eagerly look forward to the dusitD2 Phuket Resort being the first of these hotels to open this year, and we are confident that its location on the island and comprehensive selection of attractions will make it a great success."
About Dusit Hotels and Resorts
Dusit Hotels and Resorts is the hotel arm of Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies. With a heartfelt belief and commitment to introducing Thai-inspired gracious hospitality to the world, Dusit Hotels and Resorts offers guests a uniquely special stay in high-style surroundings and a personalised approach to service. The group's portfolio of hotels, resorts and luxury villas includes more than 300 properties operating under a total of eight brands (Devarana – Dusit Retreats, Dusit Thani, Dusit Suites, Dusit Collection, dusitD2, Dusit Princess, ASAI Hotels, and Elite Havens) across 18 countries worldwide.
For more information, please visit dusit.com.
About Dusit International
Established in 1948, Dusit International or Dusit Thani Public Company Limited (DUSIT) is a leading hospitality group listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand. Its operations comprise five distinct yet complementary business units: Dusit Hotels and Resorts, Dusit Hospitality Education, Dusit Foods, Dusit Estate, and Hospitality-Related Services.
Dusit International's diversified investments in real estate development, hospitality-related services, and the food sector are part of its long-term strategy for sustainable growth, which focuses on three key areas: balance, expansion and diversification.
For more information, please visit dusit-international.com.