Building Investment (March-April 2021)

NEWS & EVENTS
Oakwood announces the arrival of
Oakwood Hotel & Residence Bangkok
Oakwood Hotel & Residence Bangkok also
offers the convenience of being flanked
between two BTS train stations – Saphan
Taksin and Surasak. Guests of the property
will enjoy amenities such as an outdoor
swimming pool, fitness centre, sauna, two
meeting venues, lobby bar, restaurant as
well as a Residence Lounge.
“The success of Oakwood Hotel &
Residence Sri Racha gave us confidence
in Oakwood’s business model. We believe
that Oakwood’s international acclaim for
delivering world-class service excellence
and strong global network will add value
to our property. Bangkok has tremendous
potential for a differentiated hospitality
experience, especially in the area along
the Chao Phraya River. The opening of
Oakwood Hotel & Residence Bangkok puts
us in good stead to elevate the standard of
residential lifestyle for local guests and the
gradual return of international visitors,”
said Prinya Tieanworn, chief executive
officer of VMPC Group.
Oakwood® has announced the opening
date of its seventh property in Thailand,
and fourth in the capital, Oakwood Hotel
& Residence Bangkok. Following the
commercial success of Oakwood Hotel
& Residence Sri Racha, VMPC Group
awarded Oakwood its second management
agreement during a recent signing ceremony.
Oakwood Hotel & Residence Bangkok,
scheduled to open on 19 May 2021, will add
142 elegantly appointed studios and onebedroom
apartments to the Thai capital.
“We are delighted to receive this
vote of confidence from VMPC Group.
The opportunity to manage this premium
real estate on their behalf is a privilege
we do not take lightly. Oakwood Hotel
& Residence Bangkok will enhance the
hospitality landscape surrounding the iconic
Chao Phraya River and offer an elevated
experience for guests seeking a residential
stay. Drumming the heartbeat of local Thai
community whilst delivering the spirit of
Bangkok with life along the river, global
travellers can finally enjoy a personal safe
sanctuary where they can define hospitality
excellence on their own terms,” said Dean
Schreiber, interim chief executive officer of
Oakwood.
Located a short distance away from
Asiatique The Riverfront, a famed openair
mall by the river as well as ICON SIAM,
one of the largest shopping malls in Asia,
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