Rising above one of the city's most iconic areas, the all-new Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River is a 3.6 hectare (9 acre) riverside oasis on Charoenkrung Road. Anticipated to open in late 2019, the Hotel has been assembling a team of senior executives and specialist talent who are currently shaping what will become the city's ultimate hospitality experience.
Chiva-Som International Health Resort in Hua Hin, Thailand, has announced that due to the excellent progress of renovation, the resort will reopen its doors on 15 October 2019, ahead of the originally planned date of 1 November 2019. This date will mark the completion of the fourth and final stage of a top-to-toe renovation - the first major works since its inauguration 24 years ago. Having received excellent feedback in response to the first three stages, which have seen the accommodation and many of the facilities and public areas reworked, this final chapter will see improvements to the Health & Wellness area, the Bathing Pavilion,Niranlada Medi-Spa, and the resort's seaside restaurant, Taste of Siam. This will complete the refurbishment project and see Chiva-Som welcoming guests again year-round, introducing a brand new era of wellness for the much loved resort.
Pictured at the PSA signing ceremony: Mr. Chanin Vanijwongse, Chief Executive Officer, Habitat Group (3rd left); Ms. Sasivimol Sutthibut, Chief Operating Officer, Habitat Group (2nd left); Ms. Vimolsiri Sutthibut, Marketing Communications Director, Habitat Group (left), Olivier Berrivin, Managing Director of International Operations - Asia, Best Western (3rd right); Rodney Simpson, Senior Regional Director of Operations - Asia (2nd right); and Cyrill Czerwonka, Regional Director of Development - Asia, Best Western (right)
Best Western Hotels & Resorts has celebrated the signing of a Professional Service Agreement (PSA) with One Place Estate Co., Ltd. for Best Western Plus Carapace Hotel Khao Tao, its new resort in Hua Hin.
Accor has expanded its already impressive portfolio of hotels in Thailand with the opening of the ibis Styles Bangkok Ratchada.
Best Western® Hotels & Resorts' Asian expansion strategy has reached a new milestone as the group launches its first ever hotel in Chiang Mai, the largest city in northern Thailand and a popular global tourist destination.
Hilton Pattaya has appointed a commercial director of its unique by design hotel. Jean-Baptiste Papin most recently served as senior cluster revenue manager of the Hilton Revenue Management Consolidated Center, Asia Pacific.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT), one of the world's fastest-growing hospitality companies, today announced the milestone signing of a management agreement with Thailand-based real estate developer Lucky Living Properties Co., Ltd. to launch its lifestyle brand, Canopy by Hilton, in Thailand. The hospitality giant, which celebrated its 100th anniversary on 31 May, will manage the new-build 176-room Canopy by Hilton Bangkok Sukhumvit in the heart of Bangkok's Sukhumvit district when it opens in 2022.
Hilton, one of the world's fastest-growing hospitality companies, has announced the upcoming launch of its Hilton Garden Inn brand in Bangkok through a management agreement with Bangkok-based Koncise One Co., Ltd. (SPV). With a target opening in 2022, the 244-room Hilton Garden Inn Bangkok will sit within new lifestyle mixed use development ICONSIAM.
Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand's leading hotel operator, is marking its 36th anniversary milestone with a 36-day worldwide customer-focused celebration tied to the company's 1983 founding. On this occasion, it also marks the 36th anniversary of Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok, the first hotel of the group, together with the 10thanniversary of Centara Grand and Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld and Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya.
Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort Bangkok, the innovative new health retreat in downtown Bangkok, has announced the appointment of Bruno Huber as its new General Manager.
MontAzure has revealed the latest phase of its development, MontAzure Lakeside, which will become the first MGallery Residences in Thailand, situated on Phuket's Kamala Beach. Managed by Accor, MontAzure Lakeside will offer a unique living opportunity in which residents can benefit from a range of hotel amenities and services. The "M" in MGallery stands for "memorable" and "magical" experiences, as every resident journey is a voyage of discovery from bustling streets, historic neighbourhoods to far-flung spots deep in nature. Nestled between the mountains and sea on Phuket's west coast, MGallery Residences MontAzure Lakeside features a stylish, low-density residential resort community with lush greenery and waters. The residences will boast 16,000 sqm of gardens and lakes with elegant water features cascading through its grounds.Featuring contemporary design and modern amenities, the 236 spacious studios and one-bedroom residences overlook panoramic views of the lake, mountain and sea. Purchasers also have the option of combining units to create larger spaces. All residents will enjoy premium services and additional privileges from Accor including VIP offerings across its global collection of hotels and resorts. Outdoor facilities include a relaxation pavilion, jogging track, yoga platform and nature trail. Families with small children can enjoy leisure facilities that include a fun club, a lap pool and a free-form pool with a kid's pool. The residences also boast an all-day dining restaurant, pool bar, fitness centre and clubhouse. Purchasers will benefit from a unique private ownership opportunity with their resort home integrated into a vibrant MGallery Hotel.
Renowned Southeast Asian boutique hospitality brand, X2 [Cross-To] Resorts, has officially launched its latest boutique resort, X2 Pattaya Oceanphere - a stylish all-pool villa retreat at Bang Saray Beach, a former pirate haven and traditional fishing community on Thailand's idyllic Eastern Seaboard. Accessible in just 1.5 hours by car or taxi from Bangkok and Suvarnabhumi Airport, X2 Pattaya Oceanphere is an enchanting destination for weekend breaks and international vacations. Nestled just 450 metres from the shoreline, where crystal clear seas gently lap golden sands, this sleek resort is suitable for couples, friends or families who want to experience design-led luxury in an authentic local ambience.
The South East Asia Hotel Investors' Summit returns for its third edition in May and will again feature top executives from both hotel owning groups and management companies addressing issues facing the regional hospitality sector. In Thailand, the past couple of years have seen a big rebound in the results of hotels, hostels and serviced apartments. Can it continue? There are some definite challenges ahead for the Thai owners and developers who build these properties:
Best Western Hotels & Resorts has held a ground-breaking ceremony for its latest hotel in Bangkok, Best Western Nada Don Mueang, which is set to become one of the best-connected hotels in Thailand's thriving capital city.
ONYX Hospitality Group has appointed Paul Halford as General Manager of the soon-to-open OZO Phuket at Kata Beach.
Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, has opened the Dusit Suites Hotel Ratchadamri, Bangkok - its first all-suite property - amidst one of the city's most vibrant districts for business and leisure.
The Journey Hub Hotel in Phuket, Thailand has been rebranded as the Oakwood Hotel Journeyhub Phuket.
Marriott has signed an agreement with One Bangkok Co., Ltd., a joint venture between TCC Assets and Frasers Property, to open its first Ritz-Carlton hotel in Bangkok.
X2 Pattaya Oceanphere features 59 one-bedroom pool villas and spacious two-bedroom duplex pool villas, designed to resemble rice terraces gently cascading towards the seafront. Each villa features large living spaces and floor-to-ceiling windows that maximise natural light, and the resort's spectacular rooftop pool provides the perfect place to chill out during the day or enjoy a sunset cocktail. Opening rates start from just THB 7,415 per night for a one-bedroom pool villa. The resort can be reached in just 1.5 hours by car or taxi from Bangkok and Suvarnabhumi Airport, making it ideal for busy urbanites seeking a relaxing weekend break. In addition, U-Tapao International Airport is just 20 minutes' drive away, offering direct connections to and from cities in Thailand, China, Malaysia and further afield.