IHG to Open InterContinental Phang-Nga Bay Resort, Expanding Luxury Footprint in Thailand’s Scenic Phang-Nga Bay

150-key InterContinental Phang-Nga Bay Resort to open in 2028

(IN SHORT) IHG Hotels & Resorts is expanding its luxury portfolio in Thailand with the planned InterContinental Phang-Nga Bay Resort, set to open in 2028. Located in the scenic Samet Nangshe area, the 150-key resort will offer travelers stunning views of Phang-Nga Bay along with luxury amenities such as suites, pool villas, multiple dining options, a spa, and meeting spaces. This venture, a partnership with Plaipol Co., Ltd., aligns with IHG’s commitment to growing its footprint in Thailand’s top destinations and enhancing the luxury travel experience.

(PRESS RELEASE) Bangkok, Thailand, 2024-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of its latest luxury property in Thailand, the InterContinental Phang-Nga Bay Resort, set to open in 2028. Located in the scenic destination of Samet Nangshe, Phang-Nga, the resort will be a haven for travelers seeking a peaceful escape with spectacular views of Phang-Nga Bay’s limestone formations and lush landscapes. This 150-key resort is the product of a new partnership between IHG and Thailand-based Plaipol Co., Ltd., a prominent business in the gold industry venturing into hospitality for the first time.

InterContinental Phang-Nga Bay Resort will join IHG’s existing portfolio of 39 hotels in Thailand, including 15 resort properties, reinforcing the brand’s position as a leader in the Thai luxury travel market. The resort will be within a 45-minute drive from Phuket International Airport and 20 minutes from the forthcoming Andaman Airport, providing guests with convenient access to nearby attractions on the Andaman Coast, such as Khao Lak beach.

Featuring 150 luxurious suites and pool villas, the resort will offer facilities including two restaurants, a bar, the Club InterContinental lounge, meeting spaces for up to 200 guests, and recreational amenities like a spa, fitness center, pool, and Kids Club. Guests will enjoy activities like island hopping, kayaking, and cliff climbing, creating memorable experiences in one of Thailand’s most picturesque locations.

Rajit Sukumaran, IHG’s Senior Vice President & Managing Director for East Asia & Pacific, expressed excitement about the brand’s continued growth in Thailand, stating, “We look forward to welcoming guests to this remarkable resort, further expanding our presence in one of the world’s premier travel destinations.” Aphicha Sinthuchat, Managing Director of Plaipol Co., Ltd., highlighted the synergy with IHG in developing a landmark resort that aligns with Phang-Nga Bay’s cultural and natural beauty, envisioning the property as a memorable destination for future visitors.

About IHG

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About InterContinental Hotels & Resorts
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts is the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand with over 220 hotels spanning 60 countries and representing over 73,000 bedrooms around the world. Founded by Pan American Airways Founder, Juan Trippe in 1946, InterContinental is guided by the belief in the power of travel to expand the mind and connect cultures.

Opening doors to a ‘world of fascination’, InterContinental is reimagining the luxury travel experience with the modern luxury traveller at its heart. Striking a harmonious balance between freedom and familiarity, InterContinental focuses on satisfying a guests’ yearning for knowledge and culturally rich experiences, building on its heritage as a beacon of approachable luxury travel.

About Plaipol Co., Ltd.
Plaipol Co., Ltd. is a leading gold business owner in Thailand with over 60 years of success under the brand “Yaowarat Krungthep” – founded by Mr Phijit Sinthuchat and Mrs Majulee Sinthuchat. It has shops in leading shopping centres across Thailand. Currently, Plaipol Co., Ltd. is led by Managing Director – Mr Aphicha Sinthuchat – executive with first class honour degrees from London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and University of Oxford.

Source: IHG

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