A Truly Boutique Bangkok Property in Sala Rattanakosin
- Posted in: Openings
- Monday, 18 March 2013 18:24
- Aaron Christe
Home-grown luxury hotel brand Sala Resorts and Spas is getting ready to unveil their latest property, a seriously boutique Bangkok venture with some seriously great views.
Sala Rattanakosin, named after the 1792 Kingdom of Rattanakosin, is accepting reservations starting April 15th.
Sala Rattanakosin is located on the Chao Phraya River, across the water from the historic Temple of the Dawn. The neighborhood is known as Old Town, a formerly walled part of the city, and is home to many of Bangkok’s most famous attractions including the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) and the National Museum. The hotel is also just a few minutes’ walk to fantastic culture, food and shopping.
The Senses Resort- One Part Fun, One Part Style
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- Thursday, 14 March 2013 13:59
- Aaron Christe
Chic The Senses Resort is the newest addition to Patong’s getaway scene and resort managers vow to build a loyal following of repeat guests.
To do so, they’ve unveiled a company philosophy that echoes their name: a sense to serve guests instinctively, a sense of warm welcome and a sense of natural service within the environment.
The Senses Resort is positioned on a thickly forested hill in Patong overlooking the colorful city and the sparkling Andaman Sea. It’s located about five minutes from Patong Beach, 30 minutes from Phuket Town and 45 minutes from Phuket International Airport. The resort is comprised of eight modern buildings, housing guestrooms as well as dining options, an outdoor pool, the Just Play fitness center and Unwind Spa. In addition, The Senses Resort offers scrumptious and spicy Thai cooking classes and the Smiley Face Club for the smallest vacationers.
Contemporary Hua Chang Heritage Hotel Influenced by Historic Thailand
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- Wednesday, 06 March 2013 13:03
- Aaron Christe
Mixing interpretations of classic King Rama V-era Thailand and turn-of-the-century Europe make this boutique property unique and beautiful.
The modern conveniences at the newly opened Hua Chang Heritage Hotel make it comfortable, but it’s the interpretations of classic elements that make it beautiful. The boutique property is a mix of Thai and Western design, inspired by the King Rama V-era of Thailand and turn-of-the-century Europe.
Holiday Inn Express opens first property in Phuket
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- Friday, 22 February 2013 12:38
- Aaron Christe
A high quality affordable option near the action of Patong, but away from the noise.
Holiday Inn Express has just opened their first Phuket property in Patong Beach, Phuket’s most populated and heady area, offering savvy (read:price conscious) leisure travellers a fine option of quality accommodation and facilities at low prices. The new Holiday Inn Express has has 277 rooms and while located close to Patong beach, it is removed from the nightlife enough for noise not to be a problem.
A Holiday for All Ages at the Pullman Phuket Arcadia Naithon Beach
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- Wednesday, 20 February 2013 12:19
- Aaron Christe
New Phuket Resort offers something for all the family. Three outdoor pools, three dining venues, two lounge/bars and plenty for the kids to do too.
The resort area of Phuket is making way for a new 5-star property where comfort and style go hand in hand. The Pullman Phuket Arcadia Naithon Beach opened in early February and everything from triple sheeted beds to the kids’ club to dining options have been designed to make guests’ holidays hassle and worry free.
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