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Minor Hotels Announces Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane Strengthening Avani’s Footprint in Laos

Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, has announced Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane, a design-led, premium lifestyle hotel set to open in Q2 2026. The property will become Minor Hotels’ second hotel in Laos, joining Avani+ Luang Prabang in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang, further reinforcing the group’s presence in one of Southeast Asia’s most culturally rich and increasingly dynamic destinations. 

COSI Vientiane Nam Phu to Open Soon

Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand's leading hotel operator, proudly announces its latest venture, COSI Vientiane Nam Phu, marking the affordable lifestyle brand's first foray into the overseas market after the resounding success of its preceding COSI properties. A modern hotel and connected city base in Vientiane, Laos, this landmark property is set to open its doors on 1st March 2024, welcoming travellers to explore the city's vibrant life, heritage, and history.

ONYX Hospitality Group Expands Its Presence in Laos

ONYX Hospitality Group, a prominent player in the Asian hospitality industry, has achieved a significant milestone with the signing of Amari Vientiane in Laos, marking the group's second Amari brand property in the country, complementing Amari Vang Vieng. The signing ceremony took place on 16th November 2023 at Tang Chareon (TCR) Group's office in Laos, with Mr. Houa Sengaroun, Chairman of Tang Chareon (TCR) Group, Mr. Pheutsapha Phoummasak, President of Asia Investment, Development & Construction Sole Co., Ltd., and Mr. Yuthachai Charanachitta, CEO of ONYX Hospitality Group, reaffirming ONYX's commitment to expanding its presence in Southeast Asia.

Pasuta Sukmanop has been appointed as General Manager at Eastin Hotel Vientiane

Pasuta began her career at the Dusit Thani Hotel in Bangkok before exploring opportunities outside of Thailand. Developing her skills and adding to her experience, she worked in New Zealand and also held the Deputy Hotel Manager position at Bougainvilla Hotel in Khartoum, Sudan. In 2009, Pasuta returned to Thailand to take on the role of Resort Manager at X2 Samui Villas by Design before becoming the Resort Manager at Away Koh Kood in June 2010. She continued her career as a Resort Manager for Absolute Sanctuary Samui in 2011 before moving to Khon Khaen's Wishing Tree Resort for 4 years. For the past 6 years, Pasuta has held the position of General Manager at Jasmine Palace Hotel in Yangon Myanmar, leading the hotel since its pre-opening phase.With her 20-year career in the hospitality industry, Pasuta has built up extensive knowledge and experience of international and luxury brands. "I am very happy to announce the appointment of Pasuta as General Manager of our first hotel in Laos. Her hands-on experience in the hospitality business, combined with her business acumen are the qualities we need in our executive management team. I'm excited to welcome her to her new role," said Mr. Clovyn.

‏ONYX announces second Amari property in Laos with Amari Vientiane‏

ONYX Hospitality Group, one of the region's leading hotel management companies, has a management agreement with Laos-based Asia Investment, Development & Construction Sole Co,Ltd. (AIDC), to develop a new-build Amari hotel in the city centre of Vientiane, the capital city of Laos. AIDC is an investment and construction joint venture led by Tang Charoen Group, developer of Amari Vang Vieng which opened early this year.‏

Julien Dumont has been named Director of rooms at Crowne Plaza Vientiane

Julien Dumont has been named since August 2016 Director of rooms for the Pre opening first 5* international hotel brand in Laos PDR Previously Julien was Executive Assistance manager i/c of Rooms for Hilton Bora Bora Nui resort 7 Spa rebranding in Conrad and Hotel General Manager, for Tiamo Resorts & Spa The Bahamas He was most recently the Front Office & duty Manager of Le Meridien Tahiti & Bora Bora in French Polynesia.