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Centara Celebrates Opening of Centara Grand Hotel Osaka

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand's leading hotel operator, is thrilled to announce the official grand opening of its first-ever hotel in Japan, Centara Grand Hotel Osaka, and is eager to invite travellers from around the world to be the first to experience this stunning new property. To help celebrate this momentous occasion, a myriad of esteemed guests were in attendance, including Osaka Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura; His Excellency Ambassador of Thailand to Japan, Mr. Singtong Lapisatepun; Mr. Suthikiati Chirathivat, Chairman of the Board of Centara Hotels & Resorts; Mr. Thirayuth Chirathivat, Chief Executive Officer of Centara Hotels & Resorts; Mr. Suparat Chirathivat, Executive Vice President Corporate Development of Central Group; as well as Centara Hotels & Resorts' partners - Mr. Takashi Yamazaki , Executive Officer, Chief Director of Urban Development of Taisei Corporation, and Mr. Kenichi Fujino, President of Kanden Realty & Development Co., Ltd. Conveniently located a 45-minute drive from Kansai International Airport and steps from Namba train station in the heart of Osaka's vibrant shopping and entertainment district, the newly unveiled 33-storey Centara Grand Hotel Osaka is a modern architectural masterpiece ready to welcome guests to experience Centara's signature warm hospitality, world-class service, and warm Thai family values. Elegant and simply breathtaking, 515 spacious and exquisitely appointed rooms and suites, including Superior, Deluxe, Family, and Club, range in size from 27 to 56 square metres and are meticulously designed with floor-to-ceiling windows and contemporary amenities for unparalleled serenity. A variety of room configurations are available to suit the needs of every traveller, including Family rooms with bunk beds for children. An array of world-class facilities - including state-of-the art meeting and events spaces which features a stunning ballroom, as well as modern co-working spaces and an extraordinary rooftop dining destination - set the stage for remarkable experiences. From sunset cocktail hours to extravagant weddings, every detail is handled with impeccably personalised service to create memories enriched by every moment. Guests also have access to a fully-equipped fitness centre and Japan's first SPA Cenvaree, where a unique mix of treatments, including traditional Thai massage, holistic therapies and healing rituals, rejuvenate and invigorate the mind, body and spirit. The newest dining destination in Osaka, Centara Grand Hotel Osaka offers a sky-high culinary journey with an eclectic selection of world-class bars and restaurants on its 32nd and 33rd floors. Guests are invited to revel in panoramic rooftop views while indulging in the finest whiskeys and premium dry-aged steak at WhiskeyNova Steakhouse or sampling mouthwatering smokehouse fare at Kunsei Kitchen. Lounge-style afternoon tea is served amidst baseball memorabilia at Smoke & Spin, while alfresco cocktails and a delectable Western menu are available at Crudo Deck before the melodic sounds of resident DJs serenade hotel goers as both venues transition from day to night. Automata delivers self-pour beer and signature cocktails in a hidden retro-futuristic fantasyland boasting breathtaking cityscape vistas. A true haven for foodies, Centara Grand Osaka is also home to all-day coffee and pastries at Platform 2, as well as the sumptuous flavours of home-style Thai cuisine at Suan Bua and succulent seafood at Embassy of Crab.

Centara Grand
Osaka, Japan
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IHG Hotels & Resorts Debuts Its voco Brand in Japan With the Opening of voco Osaka Central

IHG Hotels & Resorts - one of the world's leading hotel companies with over 6,000 hotels across 18 distinct brands - has debuted its premium voco hotels brand in Japan with the opening of voco Osaka Central. Opened in partnership with UD Hospitality Management, voco Osaka Central offers a refreshingly different accommodation experience in Japan, bringing to life the brand's charming personality, warm hosted service, bright yellow accents, and step-by-step approach to sustainability.

voco Hotels
Osaka, Japan
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Centara to Debut in Japan with Centara Grand Hotel Osaka

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand's leading hotel operator, is set to make its debut in Japan with the launch of Centara Grand Hotel Osaka, a gleaming 33-storey tower that will become a new landmark in this vibrant metropolis. Scheduled to open its doors in July 2023, this contemporary five-star hotel is an architectural masterpiece that soars above the city near Namba, Osaka's most vibrant entertainment and retail district. With its prime location, diverse dining venues, exceptional amenities and first-class event space, this will become the ultimate destination business and leisure travellers alike. Centara Grand Hotel Osaka features 515 rooms and suites, ranging from 28-60 sqm and comprising Standard, Superior, Deluxe, Deluxe with Bunk Beds, and Suite options - perfect for every guest, from solo explorers to couples and families. Every room is adorned with sleek, modern décor, king or twin beds, floor-to-ceiling windows and in-room amenities such as Nespresso machines, Smart TVs, rain showers and high-speed Wi-Fi. Those staying on the executive floors (26-31) will receive exclusive services at the Club Lounge. Osaka is Japan's culinary capital and this new hotel will further enhance to the city's gastronomic reputation with an eclectic collection of restaurants and bars. Kunsei Kitchen is a dramatic top floor smokehouse where innovative cuisine is paired with fine wines and panoramic views, while Whiskey Nova is a stylish 32nd floor steakhouse where prime meats can be accompanied with an extensive collection of whiskeys and wines. Embassy of Crab showcases succulent seafood, including its signature crab dishes, and Suan Bua reflects Centara's proud Thai heritage with highly authentic Southeast Asian street food. Light daytime bites and homemade pastries can be enjoyed at Platform 2 Café, Automata is a futuristic self-service cocktail bar on the 32nd floor where guests can create their own perfect drinks, and for truly unforgettable occasions, Crudo Deck is an alfresco rooftop venue where revellers can sip sunset cocktails and savour world-class cuisine as a resident DJ spins upbeat tunes. This 90 sqm rooftop venue doubles as a spectacular setting for uplifting events. Corporate travellers and meeting planners can also take advantage of a glittering 351sqm Grand Ballroom, which can be flexibly divided into two smaller spaces, and three other meeting rooms ranging from 26 to 30 sqm. When guests are not working or exploring this compelling city, they can work out in the fitness centre or enjoy soothing therapies at the Thai-inspired SPA Cenvaree, which features four treatment rooms, a foot massage area and Thai massage room. With Japan's borders having fully reopened in late 2022, visitors can now rediscover the many wonders of the "Land of the Rising Sun". In Osaka, Japan's second largest city, an amazing array of attractions awaits, from historical landmarks like Osaka Castle and Shitennoji Temple to modern marvels such as Universal Studios and Osaka Aquarium. Namba, the downtown district that surrounds the hotel, is filled with retail malls, restaurants and bars.

Centara Grand
Osaka, Japan
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Travelodge Honmachi Osaka Opens Its Door on September 28, 2022

Travelodge Honmachi Osaka (Location: Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka; General Manager: Junya Ono), opens its door on September 28, 2022. Making its debut in the lively neighborhood, the hotel offers all the essentials you need for a comfortable, fuss-free stay. Located in the Midosuji area, Osaka's busiest shopping street and within walking distance to Shinsaibashi retail district, iconic entertainment district Namba, and main Yodoyabashi financial district, the hotel boasts charm for guests travelling for business and leisure purposes. The hotel is also accessible to two subway stations and four lines, allowing efficient travel throughout the Kansai area and beyond. With easy access to Osaka Station, Shin-Osaka Station, Itami Airport, and Kansai Airport, it is ideal for guests travelling from all over Japan and overseas.

Travelodge Hotels
Osaka, Japan
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IHG Hotels & Resorts launches its premium voco brand in Japan with Osaka signing

IHG Hotels & Resorts (headquartered in the UK; IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan, CEO: Abhijay Sandilya) will launch its popular voco Hotels brand in Japan for the first time, following the signing of a management agreement with NTT Urban Development Corporation (that will be represented via its subsidiary UD Hospitality Management Corporation) that will see it open the flagship voco Osaka Central in 2023.

voco Hotels
Osaka, Japan