New Starwood (SPG) Properties in Thailand
The Starwood group of hotels has an excellent range of hotels in Thailand and are constantly expanding. Chains in the group include Sheraton, Westin, W Hotels, St Regis, Four Points by Sheraton, Aloft, The Luxury Collection and Le Meridien.
Some of the higher end new properties claim to have only limited participation in the SPG frequent guest scheme.
W Retreat Phuket set for 2018 opening
January 1 2018 debut for second W Retreat in Thailand at Phang Nga Bay W Hotel brand’s “whatever/whenever” approach to guest service will set a new benchmark to rival the existing hotel properties on Koh Yao Noi, a small island playground set amidst the limestone crags of Phang Nga Bay, Thailand. On one side, blessed […]
Starwood takes over Imperial Samui Beach Resort
Samui Island is the scene for a takeover by Sheraton’s Starwood brand of the existing Samui Imperial, a 141 room resort that is going to get the makeover of all makeovers without even closing its doors. Sheraton Samui Resort will become the 24th property under various brands of Starwood Hotels & Resorts in Thailand’s burgeoning […]
New Look, New name at Sheraton Hua Hin Pranburi Villas
Everything old is new again at the Sheraton Hua Hin Pranburi Villas. The newly rebranded conversion project just opened in Prachuap Khirkham province, a three-hour drive from Bangkok that offers privacy and unsurpassed views of nature. While Hua Hin may not have the international name recognition of some of Thailand’s southern beach areas, it’s well-known […]
Le Méridien Suvarnabhumi Golf Resort & Spa To Open in 2014
Expansive and ambitious property set to open just three kilometers from Bangkok’s main international airport. Update: The opening date of this hotel has been changed to June August 2014 There are few words that will catch a world traveling golfer’s attention faster than the following: Sir Nick Faldo-designed course. Faldo has more than 50 projects completed or […]
SPG welcomes Koh Samui’s Vana Belle
Ultra luxurious property at Chaweng Beach offers private pool villas and stunning views. A brand new property in Koh Samui is offering the chance to escape the dreary winter for those of us living in the northern hemisphere and the opportunity to simply relax in a beautiful spot for those in the southern hemisphere. Vana […]
World of Hyatt Expands Its Rewarding Stay Experiences With The Introduction Of Alila Hotels And ResortsTo remain relevant in business, companies need to continuously improve their business models, rewards and even pool their resources with competing companies. In their new press release, Hyatt officially unveiled the expansion and addition of Alila hotels to their loyalty program by providing us with a complete list of all 16 hotels and where they […]
IHG Opts for Bulk-Size Amenities to Reduce Plastic WasteIHG is going to be switching all 5,600 of its hotels from miniature bathroom amenities to bulk-size ones in order to reduce waste and environmental impact. IHG’s properties include nearly 843,000 guest rooms worldwide, and IHG’s guests have become increasingly interested in reducing the environmental impact of their stays. Several of IHG’s hotel brands, including […]
How To Get Free Upgrades From HotelsThere is one simple, ethical, and lawful way to get upgrades from hotels, and you’ll feel like you’re getting more for what you paid. Outside of having a lot of points with a hotel’s loyalty program, of course. So, if a hotel offers you a paid upgrade, turn it down. Hotels typically oversell the base […]
Avani Hotels signs two new properties in Krabi, ThailandPopular hotel brand Avani Hotels, a subsidiary of Minor Hotels, has purchased two new properties in Krabi, Thailand. Renovations for these two properties are planned, and the hotels will open between late 2019 and mid-2020. The town of Krabi is a popular resort town, located on an island about seventy-five kilometers from the Krabi International […]
Thailand’s Highest Restaurant and Bar now open at Mahanakhon Bangkok SkyBarThe highest restaurant and bar in Thailand is the Mahanakhon Bangkok SkyBar. You can find it at the 76th and 77th floor of the King Power Mahanakhon skyscraper. The managing director of the skyscraper wanted the restaurant to create a memorable dining experience while also celebrating the city. It is also meant to be a […]
