In just seven month since its opening on Feb. 28 2012, Sofitel So Bangkok has received a number of prestigious awards in recognition of its exceptional facilities and overall excellence. Most notable among the accolades are “Best Business Hotel 2012” by Wallpaper UK; “Best in Thailand and one of the best worldwide”; “Best of the Best 2012” by Robb Report; “Best New Spa 2012” by Thai Spa Association; and “One of the best new places to stay” in the Luxe List by DestinAsian magazine.
“We are naturally delighted to receive such honors, especially is such a short space of time,” said Gilles Cretallaz, Sofitel So Bangkok general manager, “It’s a wonderful reflection of all the hard work and dedication by our So team, with everyone committed to delivering an exceptional experience geared to today’s urban lifestyle. Also, the awards are a recognition and appreciation of the many unique features that characterize Sofitel So Bangkok, which represents a new generation of urban hotels with an emphasis on innovative design, up-to-the-minute technology and an engaging lifestyle.”
With a prime location on the corner of North Sathorn and Rama IV roads, overlooking Lumpini Park, the 30-storey, 238-room hotel is the city’s first truly urban design hotel. In what is a bold statement of art and design created through a one-of-a-kind collaboration between an award-winning Thai architect and five leading local designers, the property draws inspiration from the Five Elements – Water, Earth, Wood, Metal, and Fire – with the first four elements defining the design décor of the guestrooms, while Fire is the theme of the public areas and restaurants. Adding a master’s touch to the design features is the creative brilliance of renowned French couturier Christian Lacroix.
Matching design creativity is advanced technology, and Sofitel So Bangkok is Asia’s first hotel to offer a fully connected lifestyle with complete Apple-based digital solutions, including Apple Mac Mini provided in all rooms. As a celebration of joie de vivre, Sofitel So Bangkok presents a selection of cutting-edge bars and restaurants, most notably Red Oven, with its signature French Molteni oven and variety of live cooking stations; Park Society, a magical dining venue with stunning city views complemented by the exclusive rooftop private cabanas of HI-SO, and Chocolab which offers simply the finest chocolate in town.
Among additional facilities are the 380-sq.m. pillar-less Ballroom, the creative meeting space of the Social Club, and The Box, a one-of-a-kind venue suspended in mid-air and with three glass walls overlooking the city. The hotel further features two floors of wellness at So FIT and So SPA, while the latest addition to this stylish address is Club Signature, an exclusive lounge offering an experience of the high life. For more information, contact 02-624-0000 E-mail: H6835@sofitel.com
Until March 15, the Peninsula Bangkok offers the “Winter Moments” package, which includes a guaranteed upgrade to the next room category, daily buffet breakfast and Bt3,000 credit per stay for use at any of the hotel’s four award-winning restaurants and Peninsula Spa. Rates are Bt9,300-Bt15,200 for a Superior Room, Bt9,300-Bt15,700 for a Deluxe Room, Bt10,200-Bt16,100 for a Balcony Room, Bt10,600-Bt16,500 for a Grand Balcony Room, and Bt17,000-Bt23,000 for a Deluxe Suite. Terms and conditions apply.
For more details and reservations, call 02 861-2388; e-mail: reservationpbkk@peninsula.com
Book a residential meeting of 15 room nights or more at Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square and get one complimentary night at any one of the 12 Novotel hotels and resorts throughout Thailand. Ideal for business, Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square offers convenient access to airports, business districts and nearby incentive attractions such as golf-courses. Terms and conditions apply. Offer valid until March 31. Complimentary room vouchers are valid for six months from date of issue. A maximum of three room vouchers can be issued per event and subject to room availability.
For more details call 02-209-8888or visit www.novotelbkk.com
Grand Millennium Sukhumvit celebrates the year-end festivities with the return of its annual “Merriments” campaign. Until Feb. 17 take a holiday at the hotel and enjoy a fabulous 25% discount off their best available rate. What’s more indulge in their sumptuous buffet breakfasts at 50% off and enjoy free Internet.
For reservations and more information, contact 02 204-4000 or e-mail: rsvn@grandmillenniumskv.com
Pathumwan Princess Hotel offers an irresistible party package for all kinds of functions until February. Choose your venue – Pool Terrace and Garden, Ballroom, or Executive Junction – with their “Festive Party package”, which includes your choice of Thai buffet at Bt99 net per person or Bt1,050 net per person for international buffet, party theme, visual equipment, etc. for groups between 50-150 persons.
For more information, contact 02 216-3700, ext sales & marketing dept.
Enjoy your winter in the City of Angels, and choose from three stunning Bangkok hotels” JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok, Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong Hotel, and Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok. Until Jan. 14, stay two nights on a weekend at the best available rate, and enjoy the best of Thailand with 1,000 Marriott Rewards bonus points per stay and a $20 complimentary food and beverage credit. Terms and conditions apply.
For more information and reservations, contact bookmarriott@marriotthotels.com
Dream Bangkok brings you unrivalled the “Thai Resident Package” as your perfect choice to experience an opulent stay. This package is designed to satisfy Thai Residents or Citizenships to enjoy unrivalled special room rates starting from Bt2,300 net in a Classic Room, Bt2,950.net in a Deluxe Room and Bt3,950 net in a Junior Suite with daily buffet breakfast for two persons per room per night. Indulge in some spa treatments with a 30% discount at Oasis Spa and 20% discounted on Foods & Beverages at Flava Restaurant & Bar. The package also includes complimentary Wi-Fi and wired internet access and a number of other benefits.Stay a minimum of three nights and get complimentary one category upgrade or stay a minimum four nights to get complimentary 3-course Set Menu for two at Flava Restaurant & Bar. Promo runs until March 31. Terms and conditions apply.
For more information or reservations, call 02-254-8500 or e-mail: reservations@dreambkk.com
Regent Phuket Cape Panwa’s “Winter to Remember” promotional package runs until Feb. 28. At rates starting from Bt 8,550 per room per night, the package also enables guests who book a stay to be entered in a draw to win a two-night stay at any Regent Hotel and Resort and get double miles for Regent’s partner frequent flyer members. Lots of benefits including daily breakfast for two, complimentary use of iPad and Wi-Fi, and more. A minimum of two nights stay is required.
Reservations can be placed directly with the resort’s Reservations at 076-200-822, Email: reservations.phuket@regenthotels.com // www.regenthotels.com/Phuket
Outrigger Hotels and Resorts Asia-Pacific is now taking reservations for its new absolute beach front property in Thailand, the Outrigger Phuket Beach resort. It will be the only property in the Laguna Phuket destination resort to have a dedicated club lounge for guests looking for additional personal service and privacy. Located on the northwest coast of Phuket, right alongside the white sands of Bang Tao beach, the Outrigger Phuket Beach Resort is currently undergoing a major renovation of all of its rooms and public areas. When it reopens on March 15, the family-friendly resort will offer guests a luxurious experience with accommodations ranging from spacious deluxe hotel rooms to a luxurious two-bedroom villa. The rates with buffet breakfast are: Deluxe Room Bt6,495; Deluxe Sea View Bt7,295; Family Room Bt7,695; Club Studio Bt9,495; Club Studio Sea View Bt10,925; One Bedroom Suite Bt12,395; and Two Bedroom Villa Bt15,395. Applicable for stays between March 15 and Oct. 31. Bookings are open now.
To book or for more information, call 076-318-230. E-mail: ying.kongpetch@outrigger.com
There is nothing like a romantic surprise to make a holiday unforgettable, and the three Sand Sofa dinner options offered by Centara Koh Chang Tropicana Resort will ensure a memorable evening with the sunset providing the perfect backdrop. With its beachfront setting the resort offers privacy along with the sumptuous Sand Sofas, and with butler service all three options are real barefoot luxury. Each of the three options is for two persons, with prices at Bt950, Bt1450, and Bt1950 per person, service and government tax included. The Sand Sofas are prepared at sunset. Each Sand Sofa option offers a choice of a Thai or Western dinner, and live music and entertainment depending on the option chosen.
For more information and reservations, contact 039-557 051 or visit www.centarahotelsresorts.com/CKC
Team Building Package U Inchantree Kanchanaburi has introduced a dedicated “Team Building Package” providing a specially customized team building program and fun activities. The package offers a halfday team building activities witj seven outdoor activity stations and eight qualified instructors along with one night accommodation with lunch and dinner for a minimum fo 20 persons.
For rates and other information, contact 034-521-584 or e-mail: reserve@ukanchanaburi.com // www.ukanchanaburi.com
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Asia Pacific and MasterCard Worldwide has announced ‘Your Day,’ an exciting joint promotional campaign that rewards its Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG®) members and MasterCard cardholders an extra day to make it their own. Until March 31, SPG members and MasterCard cardholders who book a consecutive three-night stay at over 100 Starwood Hotels & Resorts across Asia Pacific via www.spg.com/mastercardyourday will receive the third night free.
For more information, terms and conditions and list of participating hotels and resorts, visit www.spg.com/mastercardyourday
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