Pattaya, Thailand, September 23, 2020 / TRAVELINDEX / Best Western Hotels and Resorts' expansion in Thailand has taken a significant step forward with the opening of the Best Western Plus Nexen. The hotel is the brand's first in Pattaya, the vibrant coastal city on the country's rapidly developing east coast.

The Best Western Plus Nexen, a stylish new mid-range hotel in the Naklua district of Pattaya, opens on October 1, 2020. It is ideal for business and leisure travelers and is located in close proximity to the beach, business centers, and impressive attractions such as large shopping malls, championship golf courses, and world-class water parks.

The hotel's 164 modern rooms and suites are fully equipped with comfortable beds, spacious bathrooms with rain showers, flat-screen smart TVs, minibars, and desks with universal power outlets and USB ports. Guests can relax in the outdoor pool, children's pool, and fitness center, while business services are available in the lobby.

The bright and inviting XSO Kitchen restaurant serves delicious Thai and international cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner, while the Exe Bar promises refreshing drinks and tasty snacks throughout the day, as well as cool drinks after dark – perfect for meeting up with friends, family and colleagues.

“We are delighted to introduce the trusted Best Western brand and high service standards to Pattaya, one of the key cities on Thailand’s east coast. Just a short drive from Bangkok and offering a wide range of leisure activities, this coastal city is ideal for weekend getaways and longer holidays. Its proximity to industrial areas also makes it a great choice for business travelers. We look forward to introducing this outstanding new hotel to all our guests and ushering in a new era of hospitality in this exciting region,” said Olivier Berrivin, Managing Director International Operations – Asia.

The city of Pattaya is only a two-hour drive from Bangkok's city center, an hour and a half from Suvarnabhumi Airport, and about a 40-minute drive from the U-Tapao International Airport, which is currently under construction. The region will also soon be connected by a new high-speed rail line.

To meet the growing demand for accommodations in this up-and-coming region, Best Western plans to open several new hotels under three different brands. Following the opening of the Best Western Plus Nexen, Bluphere, BW Premier Collection by Best Western, and Best Western Premier Bayphere Pattaya are expected to open by the end of 2020.

Thailand is a strategically important market for Best Western Hotels & Resorts. The company currently operates 14 hotels and resorts in key tourist destinations across the country, including Bangkok, Phuket, and Chiang Mai, as well as in emerging locations such as Buriram and Prachinburi. Many more locations are in development.

For more information about Best Western Hotels & Resorts in Asia, please visit www.BestWesternAsia.com.

About Best Western Hotels and Resorts: Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Best Western Hotels & Resorts is a privately owned hotel brand within the global network of the BWH Hotel Group®. With 18 brands and approximately 4,700 hotels in more than 100 countries and territories worldwide*, the BWH Hotel Group serves the needs of developers and guests in every market. Brands include Best Western®, Best Western Plus®, Best Western Premier®, Executive Residency by Best Western®, Vīb®, GLō®, Aiden®, Sadie®, BW Premier Collection®, and BW Signature Collection®. Through acquisitions, the company also offers the WorldHotels™ Luxury, WorldHotels Elite, WorldHotels Distinctive, and WorldHotels Crafted collections. The portfolio is rounded out by the SureStay®, SureStay Plus®, SureStay Collection®, and SureStay StudioSM franchises.**

*These figures are approximate, subject to change, and include hotels currently under development. **All Best Western, WorldHotels, and SureStay branded hotels are independently owned and operated.