Opening in November 2011, The Naka Island resort (the only one on the island) is offering two grand opening packages through March 2012.

Exclusive Opening Special – from THB 9,000+++ ($291 USD)

• Accommodations in your choice of private villa, complete with plunge pools, modern conveniences, and stunning views of the surrounding islands and Phang Nga Bay
• Daily breakfast for two beachside at Tonsai restaurant
• Return speedboat transfers to Phuket

Luxury Experience: 3 Nights for Price of 2 – from THB 15,000+++ ($486 USD)

• Accommodations in Tropical Pool Villa, or your choice of private villa, complete with plunge pools, modern conveniences, and stunning views of the surrounding islands and Phang Nga Bay
• Daily breakfast for two beachside at Tonsai restaurant
• Resort credit of THB 2,500 per villa per night, available for use at any of the resort’s two restaurants and bar,  Spa Naka, or resort experiences like kayaking, cycling or Thai cooking classes  (excluding the period from 24 December, 2011 until 7 January, 2012)
• Return speedboat transfers to Phuket

Opening package rates are subject to applicable government tax and service charge (18.7%).

To celebrate its September 30, 2011 grand opening, the resort is offering opening rates starting

package that includes a property buy-out ($100,000), affording 154 guests exclusive access to the entire resort for a three-day wedding extravaganza.

The hotel is located on Lamai Beach on the east coast of Koh Samui with 110-meters of beach frontage. The resort is a short drive to the island’s recreational and cultural facilities, including Lamai Temple and the Yacht Club.  Le Méridien Koh Samui will offer 77 guest rooms and villas with Le Méridien signature bed and elegant bathrooms with rainforest shower and separate bathtub.  Le Méridien Koh Samui will showcase the global Le Méridien arrival experience, curated by international arts provocateur Jérôme Sans, the hotel brand’s cultural curator since 2006.(www.lemeridien.com/kohsamui)

Opening in November/December 2011.  Aloft has unveiled its special opening rates in conjunction with its upcoming opening. Under the chic campaign called ‘Style at a Steal’, Aloft Bangkok – Sukhumvit 11 offers savvy travellers a chance to experience the first Aloft hotel in Bangkok and Southeast Asia with attractive rates starting at only $69+ USD per room per night.

The hotel is infused with the DNA of W Hotels, and Aloft Bangkok – Sukhumvit 11 (www.alofthotels.com/bangkoksukhumvit11 (www.alofthotels.com/bangkoksukhumvit11) will afford guests a truly unique travel experience at an attractive price point when it opens in October, 2011.  With loft-inspired design imparted by bright, open spaces, Aloft is the perfect hotel for forward-thinking travelers with an anything-goes attitude.  The hotel will feature 297 rooms, over 265 square meters of meeting space & pre-function area, Crave - an all day dining restaurant,re:fuel by Aloftsm- grab ‘n’ go café, w xyzsm bar, re:chargesm fitness center and splash outdoor swimming pool.

The Ascott Limited’s (Ascott) premier Ascott Sathorn Bangkok has received top honours at the coveted 2011 Business Traveller Asia-Pacific Awards. This is the third time that the property has been named ‘Best Serviced Residence in Asia-Pacific’.

Ascott Sathorn Bangkok was also the most preferred serviced residence in 2008 and 2009. Ascott’s two other serviced residences – Ascott Raffles Place Singapore and Somerset Lake Point Bangkok – took second and third place respectively in this year’s awards.

Besides the ‘Best Serviced Residence’ award, Ascott has also clinched ‘Best Serviced Residence Brand’ for the eighth consecutive year in the 2011 Business Traveller Asia-Pacific Awards.

The awards reflect the highest accolade which discerning readers of Business Traveller bestow on travel and hospitality providers. They are based on the results from the yearly Readers’ Poll conducted and interpreted by market research leader Synovate. Continue Reading

The 24-storey Radisson Hotel on Soi Saengcham, Rama IX Road in Huay Kwang, Bangkok, has been officially rebranded as the Golden Tulip Sovereign Hotel.

Guests at the Golden Tulip Sovereign can choose from 448 guest rooms and suites with all the 4-star amenities to be expected, and a few especially thoughtful touches like the clothes-drying hot-rail and oversized tub in the bathroom, internet-connected writing desk, and state-of-the-art Communication Centre System with touch-screen messaging that provides instant access to the complete range of hotel services.

“While strategically situated adjacent to the expressway just 20 minutes from Suvarnabhumi International Airport with entertainment, shopping and business centres only a short walk away, the hotel gives guests good reason to stay right where they are,” said Vathana Paradorachai, Golden Tulip Sovereign’s Vice President. Continue Reading

Are you looking for a hotel in Bangkok near China Town with hotel promotions?

This hotel is near Bangkok’s popular tourist spot – China Town, the hotel is also near a subway station so providing easy access to the city’s famed shopping and entertainment districts.

Centara Hotels & Resorts is offering a Valentine package that is only available at selected beach resort hotels in Thailand for Accommodation in a suite or villa, spa treatment for two, and breakfast in bed packages.

The package is available for a minimum of three nights during the period of 10-21 February at hotels in Phuket, Krabi, Samui and Hua Hin (Kui Buri).

Guests will be able to enjoy honeymoon spa suites and pool suites, and deluxe pool villas. Daily breakfast, with breakfast served in bed once during your stay, and fruit, flowers and a Valentine cake are all included. Continue Reading

Experience Phuket luxury with rates that descend to dream levels. Enjoy hotel and spa discounts as refreshing as our national park setting, and the invigorating intimacy of your private Pool Villa.

Simply book to live the Phuket high life, and look forward to an island fantasy, with special rates including a gourmet daily breakfast.

Package includes:

• Accomodation in a private Pool Villa
• Daily breakfast for two persons
• Pool Villa – Rates start from THB 24,000
• Garden Pool Villa – Rates start from THB 26,500
• Lagoon Pool Villa – Rates start from THB 28,500
• Sala Pool Villa – Rates start from THB 31,000

All rates are in THB and subject to 10% service charge, applicable 7% government tax and 1% provincial tax.

The rates quoted are per night, subject to availability and a cancellation policy.

Children under 12 years old sharing a room with parents are free of charge and receive a 50% discount for daily breakfast.

Wake up early and be amongst the first to book a private Pool Villa that day, and your extraordinary experience of Anantara Phuket can be enjoyed with an equally decadent discount. When the rush to book is over, and you arrive at our breathtaking shoreline resort, let our national park setting and vast lotus lagoons set the scene for priceless, pampering journeys.

Package includes:
Accommodation in a private Pool Villa
Daily buffet breakfast for two people
Now – April 30, 2011
Pool Villa
Rates start from
THB 22,500

Garden Pool Villa
Rates start from
THB 25,000

Lagoon Pool Villa
Rates start from
THB 27,000

Sala Pool Villa
Rates start from
THB 29,500

All rates are in THB and subject to 10% service charge, applicable 7% government tax and 1% provincial tax.
The rates quoted are per night, subject to availability and a cancellation policy.
Minimum 2 nights’ stay required.
Rates are based on availability at the time of reservation, with the Guaranteed Best Private Pool Villa Rate available on a first come first served basis.
Offer can not be combined with any other promotions.
Children under 12 years old sharing a room with parents are free of charge and receive a 50% discount for daily breakfast.

The Residence Phuket by Lantern Hotels & Resort has launched a ‘Stay More Pay Less’ promotion. Guests who book four or more consecutive nights will get a 25% discount off the Leisure Rate.

The Leisure Rate starts from THB 8,000 per night for a Two-Bedroom Duplex Pool Villa, inclusive of breakfast, WiFi internet access and non-alcoholic mini bar. The rate also includes tax and service charge.

The Residence Phuket by Lantern Hotels & Resorts is only a short walk from Bangtao beach. A wide range of recreational activities are available at the resort, including spa treatments at Hatakarn Spa, or the ultimate Andaman Sea yachting excursion onboard Richmond I, a luxurious sailing catamaran. Charters are available by the day or overnight and can accommodate a group of up to eight people.

The ‘Stay More Pay Less’ promotion is available from 1 September 2010 until 31 October 2011 (except 24 December 2010 – 5 January 2011).