BEST Western, the world’s largest hotel chain has announced the opening of the Best Western Premier Sukhumvit Hotel in the heart of Bangkok and the Best Western Plus Grand Howard in the Sathorn district of Bangkok.
The Best Western Premier Sukhumvit Hotel is conveniently located on the vibrant Sukhumvit Soi 1, in the heart of the city’s central business district; the hotel offers 145 comfortable rooms, comprising Premier Studio Rooms and Suites ranging from 32–54 sq m, suitable for both business travellers and leisure groups. The hotel offers a vast array of guest facilities, including an outdoor rooftop swimming pool, complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge desk, business centre, luggage storage, and 24-hour room service. Guests will be able to indulge at the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, wine lounge and a rooftop poolside bar, while event planners can take advantage of the hotel’s meeting room, which has a capacity of 40 people – perfect for those small private functions and banquets.
The Best Western Plus Grand Howard offers 256 contemporary suites, all with views of the city or Chao Praya River. In addition to the Best Western brand standard amenities of free Wi-Fi, local calls and breakfast, guests at Best Western Plus Grand Howard will benefit from bathrooms with separate bathtubs and rain showers, LCD TVs with a range of satellite channels, and iPod docks.
“Bangkok, as the hub for most commercial and economical activities in Thailand, is incredibly popular with visitors for its versatility and multiple points of interests. From temples, including the famed Grand Palace, to some of Asia’s largest shopping centres, Bangkok definitely has what it takes to entertain visitors of all types” said Glenn de Souza, Best Western International’s Vice President International Operations – Asia & the Middle East. “We hope to welcome and cater a new wave of business and leisure tourists attracted to this exciting city.”
“Best Western International is completely committed to the long-term future of Thailand’s tourism industry, and by offering a full range of accommodation options – from our world-famous Best Western brand to the new full-service Best Western Plus and the luxury Best Western Premier– we are proud to be able to cater to every type of tourist visiting this dynamic city,” de Souza added.
One key aspect of the Best Western Plus Grand Howard will be its excellent conference facilities. With a range of professional services, audio-visual equipment and plentiful meeting space, the hotel is the perfect place to hold meetings, seminars, weddings, conferences or private functions. Following the launch of this hotel, the company now offers 15 hotels in Thailand.