Bangkok (Thailand) – February 21, 2019 (travelindex) – Best Western Hotels and Resorts has celebrated the signing of a contract for a brand new hotel in Bangkok, which will bring guests closer to another exciting part of Thailand's dynamic capital.

The Best Western Click Sathorn 11 Bangkok, scheduled to open in 2021, will bring Best Western's renowned hospitality to Sathorn Soi 11, a quiet yet centrally located street near Sathorn Road, one of the city's main thoroughfares. Upon opening, the newly built mid-range hotel will be within easy reach of the vibrant Silom shopping and entertainment district and the elegant Sathorn financial district. The banks of the Chao Phraya River, Bangkok's "River of Kings," are also just minutes away.

Surrounded by Bangkok's tallest skyscrapers and most spectacular sights, including Michelin-starred restaurants and breathtaking observation decks, this district is among the city's most attractive and an ideal base for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel is just steps from the two BTS Skytrain stations, Surasak and Chong Nonsi, providing easy access to the entire city. Bangkok's elevated highways also offer quick transfers to and from Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports.

The Best Western Click Sathorn 11 Bangkok offers 119 modern rooms and suites, all equipped with comfortable beds, a desk, tea and coffee making facilities, and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Guests can relax in the hotel's swimming pool and fitness center, and enjoy breakfast and all-day dining in the bright café.

Best Western officially signed the contract for the new hotel in a ceremony with Wealth Plus Property Company Limited, the owner and project developer of the property.

“Sathorn is one of Bangkok’s most exciting and up-and-coming neighborhoods,” said Olivier Berrivin, Managing Director International Operations – Asia at Best Western. “Guests of the Best Western Click Sathorn 11 Bangkok can easily reach popular tourist attractions, multinational companies, and the vibrant street life. They can also explore the cultural delights of Chinatown or take a boat trip on the Chao Phraya River, which is lined with world-class shopping malls and cultural treasures. At the same time, Sathorn Soi 11 maintains a quiet and secluded atmosphere, allowing guests to experience the authentic Bangkok. I am confident our guests will love this extremely convenient location.”

“No matter what type of stay you are looking for, the Best Western Click Sathorn 11 Bangkok puts its guests right in the heart of the action. We are very pleased to be partnering with Wealth Plus Property Company Limited on this impressive new project and I look forward to working together in the coming months and years as we bring this hotel to life,” added Olivier.

Tourism in Bangkok is currently booming. The city welcomed over 20 million international visitors in 2018, making it the most popular city in the world according to the Mastercard Global Destination Cities Index. Thanks to numerous new attractions and infrastructure projects, Bangkok is rapidly developing into one of the most sought-after travel destinations worldwide.

Best Western is already one of the leading international hotel groups in Bangkok, operating six hotels in the city. These properties encompass five of the company's various brands, offering guests a wide selection of first-class hotels for every occasion. The acquisition of the Best Western Click Sathorn 11 Bangkok further strengthens Best Western's position in this vibrant metropolis.

About Best Western Hotels & Resorts: Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Best Western Hotels & Resorts is a privately owned hotel brand with a global network of more than 4,200 hotels in nearly 100 countries and territories worldwide*. Best Western offers 13 hotel brands designed to meet the needs of hoteliers and guests in every market: Best Western®, Best Western Plus®, Best Western Premier®, Vīb®, GLō®, Executive Residency by Best Western®, Sadie HotelSM, Aiden HotelSM, BW Premier Collection® by Best Western, and BW Signature Collection® by Best Western, as well as the recently launched franchise offerings: SureStay® Hotel by Best Western, SureStay Plus® Hotel by Best Western, and SureStay Collection® by Best Western**. Celebrating over 70 years of hospitality, Best Western provides its hoteliers worldwide with operational, sales, and marketing support, along with award-winning online and mobile booking capabilities. Best Western continues to break industry records in awards and accolades. In 2018, 66 percent of Best Western's North American hotels received the TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence. Business Travel News® ranked Best Western Plus and Best Western as the number one hotel brand in the upper-midrange and midrange segments, respectively, for two consecutive years. Fast Company recognized Best Western Hotels & Resorts as one of the ten most innovative companies in augmented reality/virtual reality. Best Western was also named AAA®/CAA® Lodging Partner of the Year for ten consecutive years. This award recognizes the brand's commitment to exceptional service and value for money for AAA/CAA's nearly 60 million members in the U.S. and Canada. In the 2018 JD Power North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index Study, Best Western hotels ranked first in the food and beverage category for breakfast—first in the midrange segment and second in the upper-midrange segment. Over 37 million travelers are members of the award-winning Best Western Rewards® loyalty program, one of the few programs where points are valid indefinitely and can be redeemed at any Best Western hotel worldwide. Best Western's partnerships with AAA/CAA and Google® Street View offer travelers exciting ways to experience the brand. Through its partnership with Google Street View, Best Western is the first major company of its size to introduce a virtual reality experience for customers, setting a new industry standard and revolutionizing how guests experience hotels. *Figures are approximate, subject to change, and include hotels currently under development. **All Best Western and SureStay branded hotels are independently owned and operated.

Contact information: Sirimanas Maungrod (Cake) | Senior Regional Marketing Communications Manager | Asia Email: [email protected]

Phanintorn Tangtrongjit (Dream) | Assistant Marketing Communications Manager | Asia Email: [email protected]

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