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Westin Resorts Expands into Thailand

Westin Resorts Expands into Thailand

Vacation News » Vacation & Leisure Real Estate Edition | By Michael Gerrity | July 28, 2009 9:00 AM ET



(News Source: Westin Hotels & resorts)

(SINGAPORE) -- Westin Hotels & Resorts continues its expansion momentum in Asia-Pacific, announcing that Westin will introduce its first resort in Thailand in early 2010. Owned by Phuket Garden Cliff Co Ltd, The Westin Siray Bay Resort, Phuket will be the newest international 5-star property to open in Phuket and will offer travelers a sensory-rich environment to renew and recharge.

"We are excited to introduce the first Westin resort in Thailand! The soon to open Westin Siray Bay Resort will also further strengthen the position of Starwood as one of the largest international upscale hotel chains in the Thailand and Indochina region (Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos)," commented Miguel Ko, Chairman & President of Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Asia Pacific.

"We are looking forward to offering travelers to Phuket a retreat from the rigors of travel, with our signature Westin services, products and amenities that will allow them to relax, rejuvenate and recharge during their stay," added Ko.

The Westin Bath several guestrooms and villas will also have their own plunge pools. Siray Bay, Phuket will be located on Siray Island, in a private cove overlooking Siray Bay and will offer private beach access. The new-build resort will offer 258 stylishly appointed guest rooms, suites and villas decorated in warm tones with modern furniture. Each room enjoys breathtaking ocean view, Westin Heavenly Bed® and Heavenly, flat screen LCD television and high speed broadband access.

"Our exclusive location on the east side of Phuket coupled with the private white sandy beach, crystal clear water and abundant greenery around will make this Westin resort a perfect retreat for our guests to recharge and rejuvenate" remarked Greg Findlay, General Manager of The Westin Siray Bay Resort, Phuket.

Travelers seeking a personal, enriching experience and healthy lifestyle will also be able to experience a range of Westin products and services including the signature Westin Heavenly Bed, Westin WORKOUT and Heavenly Spa. Other facilities in the resort include 6 food and beverage outlets, 3 outdoor pools, Westin Kids Club , a business center, 4 meeting rooms, totaling 725 square meters with all pre-function areas enjoying ocean views.

The Siray Island is connected to the Phuket mainland via a bridge. It is an 8-minute drive from Phuket town, 45-minute drive from Phuket International airport and boat ride from a cluster of world renowned islands including Phi Phi, James Bond, Similan and Maya islands, which are famous for their white sandy beaches, pristine waters and abundant marine life.

Westin Hotels & Resorts, with 169 hotels and resorts in more than 31 countries and territories, is owned by Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT).






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