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.
Holiday Inn and Outrigger open their doors in Southern Thailand
- Posted in: Rebrandings
- Monday, 12 November 2012 10:00
- Aaron Christe
Two well-known hotel chains are taking over and making over two Thai properties located in popular beach areas.
Both conversions are expected to bring new life to these resorts by adding their brand names and making big changes.
Holiday Inn Resort Krabi Ao Nang Beach
The former Sala Talay Resort and Spa, which is now known as Holiday Inn Resort Krabi Ao Nang Beach. Currently the resort offers 55 rooms and suites ranging from 45-95 square meters, all with crisp bedding, walk-in rain showers, bathtubs, free WIFI and balconies. The plan is to expand to 188 rooms by adding a new wing to the property. The wing will house the Holiday Inn KidSuites, which will include child-friendly features like bunk beds, TVs with game consoles and play corners. Three large swimming pools surround the area where the new wing will be located, including one with a water slide.
Finding luxury in the rice fields of ThailandSome people travel for the love of seeing the world, others choose to travel to experience the world as a native of that country. Thailand combines the unique experience of luxury living with authentic day to day work of its citizens. At this Four Seasons resort in Chiang Mai , you’ll be able to work […]
Five Reasons To Book The Park Hyatt BangkokEven in a city with some truly fantastic hotel options, the Park Hyatt Bangkok stands out among its peers. Amanda Levete’s AL A design house teamed up with local Pi Design to create a unique appearance for the exterior of the hotel, with a shape inspired by the number eight. The Park Hyatt boasts a […]
Hyatt reduces points needed for free night in 4 Hyatt properties in ThailandGreat news for Hyatt fans traveling to Thailand. Hyatt announced changes to their award chart this week, with the number of World of Hyatt points required to redeem a free night changing for 259 hotels throughout the world. While there is a pretty even split between the number of hotels that will require more points […]
- “World Class” Phuket Tourism Attraction Opens
As of February 2nd, Phuket announced that a new tourist attraction based on the histories of Thai mythologies has opened. It is located in the Central Floresta mall and has a Tribhum theme, with three distinct themes; the Underwater World, the Silver Forest World and the magic Forest World. The capacity of the new attraction […]
Walking on air. 314 metres above Bangkok.A thick glass covered flooring, atop a high place, for the purpose of standing, walking, ogling and testing one’s ability to withstand heights, it’s not a new concept. However, the newest skywalk in Bangkok, as the concept is called, is being billed as the biggest ever. It’s located in Thailand, specifically atop the Mahanakhon building, […]
