Marriott Sukhumvit Bangkok Opening in March 2013
- Posted in: Openings
- Friday, 18 January 2013 14:31
- Aaron Christe
Marriott adds more prestige to trendy Thonglor area with Marriott Bangkok Hotel Sukhumvit.
Internationally-known hotel brand Marriott has announced the opening of a new property in Bangkok just a few months away. The Marriott Sukhumvit Bangkok, described as a “more trendy and upcoming desired Bangkok location” by the company is set to open its doors in March 2013.
20 floors hold 296 rooms at this new property starting with the entry-level deluxe guest rooms. At 34 square meters they feature flat screen televisions, wireless Internet for a fee and separate showers and bathtubs. At the top end of the room options is the two bedroom presidential suite with separate living and dining room. The bathroom features a whirlpool and complimentary snacks and canapés are available throughout the day. All rooms are decorated in warm, vibrant colors and furnished to appeal to both business travelers and vacationers.
2013 Thailand Hotel Openings Master List
- Posted in: Openings
- Wednesday, 16 January 2013 12:04
- Aaron Christe
The definitive list of all 4 and 5 star hotel and resort projects set to open in Thailand in 2013 that I know about.
Last Updated: December 28, 2013- Updated info on opening of Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort
The 2014 New Thai Hotels Master List is now out! Check it out here.
Coming This Spring, The Naka Phuket
- Posted in: Openings
- Wednesday, 09 January 2013 16:18
- Aaron Christe
This post initially contained erroneously included pictures of a similarly named hotel, The Naka Island. I have added an updated post with more correct information including HD photos here.
Ready for something different on Phuket’s west coast? Architect Duangrit Bunnag is taking 1,740 acres and eschewing the traditional Thai resort blueprint in exchange for something more futuristic. Plans for The Naka Phuket show sleek glass and stone pods “floating” above the mountainside and offering sweeping views of the beach and Andaman Sea. Bunnang was also careful to work with the natural landscape and opted to change his design rather than remove mature trees.
Low Rates, Few Frills at Tune Hotel Patong, Phuket
- Posted in: Openings
- Monday, 03 December 2012 16:17
- Aaron Christe
They say nothing in life is free and at the newest Tune Hotel property in the heart of Patong beach, guests will become very familiar with that saying.
The value-branded hotel chain is famous for offering extremely low base rates and then charging for extras like air-conditioning, towels and television. It’s not everyone’s cup of tea but if you’re a budget traveler who doesn’t want to pay for things you don’t use, it might be perfect.
DoubleTree by Hilton Phuket opens in Surin
- Posted in: Rebrandings
- Tuesday, 20 November 2012 13:10
- Aaron Christe
Hilton Worldwide announced yesterday the opening of the very first DoubleTree branded property in Thailand.
Formerly the Courtyard by Marriott, the 4 star DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Phuket at Surin Beach on the west coast of Phuket is located 24 kilometers from Phuket International Airport.
There are four room types and two suite types. All are 32 square meters and are equipped with 37 inch flat screen TVs, a large bathtub and private balcony or terrace, depending on the room type. Room types are Double Double Deluxe and Double Double Deluxe Pool Terrace with 2 double beds, and King Deluxe and King Deluxe Pool Terrace with 1 King sized bed.
How to own a Thai island for a dayThailand has more than 1400 islands. For one to find one he can call his own is not easy. One has to choose between islands in Phuket, Koh Phi Phi, and even Maya Bay which the government had to shut down recently because it was overly crowded. The author found himself in this dilemma in […]
Rayong, Thailand: A Complete GuideRayong, Thailand is a beach city that has fewer foreign tourists than Hua Hin or Pattaya. It is situated 120 miles south of Bangkok. The province of Rayong has 60 miles of coast. The city of Rayong has great seafood and many popular tourist attractions. The ideal time to visit is between November and February, […]
‘Catch Junior’, the First Beach Club for Families in Phuket OpensCatch Junior is the first inclusive beach club that focuses on the need of the littlest visitors, all while the parents are nestled in luxury. There are endless physical activities for the energy filled young people to enjoy, as well as creative en devours and even an amusement park where kids are free to run […]
Blue Tree Phuket: New holiday mega-complex includes giant man-made lagoon, water park, beach club, and morePhuket is a tourist’s mecca, luring in over 8 million travelers within the last year. Nor do economists expect that to change. While there will always be beach-goers to grace the Phuket sands, more family groups are arriving all the time, making non beach-specific options a premium for the tourism hot spot. Blue Tree […]
What’s survived Thailand’s brutal crackdown on Bangkok’s iconic street food sceneIn an effort to clean up the sidewalks, Bangkok’s government has shut down many iconic street food vendors. The crackdown has had mixed reviews from people who are upset about the unavailability of cheap and delicious iconic foods. However, there are still some places left that visitors can attend. These places include the Nang Leong […]
