Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts Opens First Serviced Apartments Concept In Asia
Mövenpick Residences Ekkamai Bangkok offers the best in contemporary comfort and convenience for long-term business and leisure travellers.
BANGKOK, TH. MARCH 2, 2017 - Leading Swiss hospitality management company Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts will be launching a brand new serviced apartment property on the 1 March 2017, its second property in the Thai capital - the Mövenpick Residences Ekkamai Bangkok.
The newly built property features 158 serviced apartments and offers long-stay guests a choice of fully furnished studios, 1- and 2- bedroom apartments in Bangkok's vibrant Ekkamai neighbourhood, an area known for its hip cafes, fine restaurants and boutique shopping options.
Built by award-winning Thai developer Nusasiri Plc., Mövenpick Residences Ekkamai Bangkok is the global hotel group's second offering in Thailand's gateway city, and stands as a flagship for the brand's contemporary serviced apartment concept in Asia.
“We are delighted to partner with such a well-established name in Thai real estate as we extend Mövenpick's reach beyond hotels and resorts into the fast growing serviced apartment sector,” says Andrew Langdon, Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts Global Chief Development Officer and Senior Vice President Asia. “The high quality of finishing and variety of spacious layouts, combined with our Swiss attention to detail is sure to make Mövenpick Residences Ekkamai Bangkok a high-demand option in an area that's already popular with long-term expatriates.”
Units range in size from 32 sqm to 75 sqm with bright, contemporary decor and a choice of sweeping city views through floor-to-ceiling windows. All the residences come fully fitted, including kitchen equipment, also feature flat screen TVs offering numerous cable channels in multiple languages and complimentary WiFi.
Beyond their private spaces, residents enjoy access to a generous 25-metre outdoor saltwater swimming pool, an indoor rooftop fitness centre and a modest but well equipped meetings and functions space.
A varied selection of dishes is offered throughout the day at the on-site restaurant, while for those who prefer to venture out there's a regular shuttle service which passes through the area's main shopping and dining zones to drop off guests at the nearest BTS sky train station.
“With seven unit types to choose from guests can find the perfect base to suit their personal lifestyle needs,” explains Andrew Langdon. “Whether they prefer a large living space and kitchen, a spacious guest bedroom, sunrise or sunset views, there's a unit to suit every preference at Mövenpick Residences Ekkamai Bangkok.”
The celebrate the opening of the brand's first serviced residences in Asia, Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts is offering special opening rates of only THB 30,000++ per month for a One Bedroom residence. What's more, every booking made before 30 April 2017 will receive a complimentary 2- night stay in Khao Yai with dinner included for 2 people.
About Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts:
About Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts: Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, an international upscale hotel management company with over 16,000 staff members, is represented in 25 countries with 83 hotels, resorts and Nile cruisers currently in operation. Around 20 properties are planned or under construction, including those in Chiang Mai (Thailand), Al Khobar (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia) and Nairobi (Kenya). Focusing on expanding within its core markets of Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia, Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts specialises in business and conference hotels, as well as holiday resorts, all reflecting a sense of place and respect for their local communities. Of Swiss heritage and with headquarters in central Switzerland (Baar), Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts is passionate about delivering premium service and culinary enjoyment - all with a personal touch. Committed to supporting sustainable environments, Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has become the most Green Globe-certified hotel company in the world. The hotel company is owned by Mövenpick Holding (66.7%) and the Kingdom Group (33.3%). For more information, please visit www.movenpick.com.
Media Contact:
Sarah Fernandez
Director of Marketing Communications Asia
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts
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www.movenpick.com
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