Bangkok (Thailand) – November 26, 2015 (travelindex) – Best Western International has confirmed the opening of its mid-range BEST WESTERN hotel in Bangkok's central Sukhumvit district. It is the group's seventh hotel in the city and makes Best Western one of the largest hotel companies in Bangkok – Asia's most visited city.

“Tourism in Bangkok is a huge success story, and Best Western is delighted to be able to make such an important contribution to it,” said Ron Pohl, Senior Vice President Brand Management at Best Western International.

"The global fascination with the Thai capital seems insatiable, as visitor numbers to the city have recovered significantly since 2014. With its unparalleled range of shopping, restaurants and wellness facilities, numerous iconic sights and an exciting, vibrant atmosphere, Bangkok is rightly one of the world's most popular travel destinations."

“With six hotels already in the city, Best Western is firmly convinced of Bangkok’s long-term success. The opening of a seventh hotel right in the heart of Sukhumvit Road underlines our continued confidence in this dynamic destination,” added Mr. Pohl.

The new Best Western Hotel is located on Sukhumvit Soi 16, in the heart of Bangkok's business and entertainment district, and offers 75 modern rooms with comfortable beds, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel also features a restaurant serving local and international cuisine, a fitness center, and meeting rooms.

The new hotel, scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2016, will join the six existing Best Western hotels in Bangkok: Best Western Premier Sukhumvit, Best Western Premier Amaranth Suvarnabhumi Airport, Best Western Plus at 20 Sukhumvit, Best Western Plus Grand Howard, Best Western Mayfair Suites and Best Western Klassique Sukhumvit.

The company is also considering plans for additional hotels in Bangkok, including the possible launch of its new lifestyle boutique hotel concept Vib, as well as the Best Western Executive Residency.

About Best Western Hotels & Resorts: Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Best Western Hotels & Resorts is a privately owned hotel brand with a global network of over 4,100* hotels in more than 100* countries and territories worldwide. Best Western offers seven hotel brands designed to meet the needs of hoteliers and guests in every market: BEST WESTERN®, BEST WESTERN PLUS®, BEST WESTERN PREMIER®, BEST WESTERN PLUS EXECUTIVE RESIDENCY®, Vib®, BW Premier Collection®, and GLo. For 69 years, Best Western has been synonymous with hospitality, providing its hoteliers worldwide with operational support, sales and marketing assistance, and online and mobile booking capabilities. More than 25 million travelers are members of the award-winning Best Western Rewards® loyalty program, one of the few programs where points have no expiration date and can be redeemed at any Best Western hotel worldwide.

Best Western Asia was founded in Bangkok in 2001 and now operates in 15 countries across the region. Over 100 hotels are currently in operation or under development. Best Western Asia offers hotel owners comprehensive support in operations, technical service, sales & marketing, and online, mobile, and social media booking options. For more information on individual hotels and other Best Western hotels in the region, please visit www.bestwesternasia.com.

For more information about development opportunities in Asia with Best Western International, please visit www.bestwesterndevelopers.com or contact us at [email protected].

Media contact: Siriporn Trachoo, Marketing & Communications, Best Western International – Asia, Tel.: +66 2 656 1260, E-mail: [email protected]

*These figures are approximate and may vary.