Bangkok, Thailand, June 4, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The city's most iconic five-star luxury hotel returns as a centerpiece of Thai hospitality, reopening its doors to offer guests unparalleled luxury experiences and elegant design inspired by Thailand's rich culture. The world's first and largest luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, has officially reopened the InterContinental Bangkok, considered the city's most iconic five-star luxury hotel in the heart of Bangkok, following a multi-million dollar renovation and spectacular remodeling.

The InterContinental Bangkok is located in Bangkok's central business district, directly adjacent to the Chidlom BTS Skytrain station, and is just a short walk from the capital's main shopping and business destinations. For two decades, the hotel has been a prominent feature of the Los Angeles skyline. Thanks to a recent multi-million dollar renovation and impressive redesign, the InterContinental Bangkok now shines in new splendor as a modern grand hotel that meets the demands of contemporary living.

Stephen Gould, General Manager of the InterContinental Bangkok, said: “As part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio, the InterContinental Bangkok is one of Thailand’s most exclusive hotels. The return of our guests to the world of the InterContinental is a significant milestone for us. During our renovation, we skillfully blended modern elegance with Thai heritage, inspired by the traditions of Thai welcoming ceremonies, to provide you with world-class service. Our experienced team of concierges and staff combines local expertise and tradition with modern comforts to ensure our guests have an unforgettable stay and create exceptional experiences and moments.”

The reintroduction of the intercontinental lifestyle in Bangkok

The hotel has been completely renovated and is imbued with artistic references to the beauty of Bangkok's magnificent palaces and cultural landmarks, as well as the city's famous skyline. It offers 381 brand-new luxury guest rooms, including Club InterContinental rooms and a selection of suites.

Guests of the newly renovated InterContinental Bangkok can expect a fresh aesthetic design, inspired by Thailand's humble culture and its reputation as the "Land of Smiles".

The lobby's centerpiece, a chandelier inspired by the ornate Phuang Malai garland, welcomes guests with typical Thai warmth and invites them to fully embrace the InterContinental lifestyle. Throughout the hotel, walls and ceilings showcase Thailand's heritage and culture with traditional, suspended flowers and the famous Kranok patterns dating back to the Kingdom of Sukhothai. Carefully placed contemporary abstract artworks and local handicrafts convey the spirit of Thai welcoming ceremonies and immerse travelers in the country's rich culture. Even the grand ballroom pays tribute to Thai traditions with a chandelier inspired by the elegant attire of traditional Thai dancers.

Unique culinary experiences take guests of the InterContinental Bangkok from west to east to the seven restaurants and bars, which are run by some of the most experienced chefs with Michelin star experience.

• SoCal: The city's first California-inspired restaurant, featuring over 50 California wines, as well as cuisine and cocktails with fresh flavors and sustainable, seasonal produce. Specialties include lobster tostada, grilled octopus, pork belly tacos, cioppino (a seafood stew), and slow-cooked lamb neck. • Espresso: Authentic food served all day with live cooking stations and high-quality ingredients, inspired by Bangkok's street markets, where every meal becomes a culinary journey. • Fireplace Grill and Bar: Classic European dishes since 1966, such as perfectly grilled steaks and seafood, as well as exquisite desserts. • Balcony Lounge: An elegant setting with light fare, refreshing drinks, creative afternoon teas, and international cocktails made with the finest ingredients. • Humidor: One of the world's largest selections of whiskies and cigars for every connoisseur. • Summer Palace: Authentic Cantonese cuisine, exquisitely prepared dim sum and specialties, artfully prepared by talented chefs in an open kitchen. • Butter: A selection of specialty coffees, gourmet snacks, sandwiches and salads to eat in or take away, plus tea, coffee, pastries, cakes and sweets.

Dominique Martinez, Food & Beverage Director of the InterContinental Bangkok, commented on the world-class culinary offerings: “Our guests can look forward to a true explosion of flavors when the InterContinental Bangkok reopens its doors. As an iconic hotel in the city, we are committed to providing our guests with a complete luxury experience, including a wide range of culinary delights and experiences. Our locally and internationally inspired restaurant and bar concepts offer something for every taste – right in the heart of the city.”

Guests have access to a wide range of facilities and amenities on site, including:

• Oasis: A newly designed rooftop pool with panoramic views of the Bangkok skyline. • Spa InterContinental: A full-service spa offering HARNN body treatments and Elemis facials. It features nine treatment rooms, including three couples' treatment rooms and a room for traditional Thai massage. • Infinity Fitness: A state-of-the-art fitness center open 24 hours a day with a large team of personal trainers. • Meetings and Events: A variety of 19 event spaces, including the Grand Ballroom, which can accommodate up to 1,000 guests. On-site: 4K LED Screen: High-performance LED lighting with advanced color-mixing technology, video streaming, conferencing and recording capabilities, satellite communications, mobile projection systems, and centrally controlled LCD screens.

In addition, a full team of InterContinental staff, including the hotel concierge, is available to meet all guest needs and further enhance their experience through in-depth knowledge and insights into the local area.

The InterContinental Bangkok is part of the renowned InterContinental brand. Building on its long-standing heritage, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts is continuously evolving its luxury hotel experience and plans to open over 30 hotels in the next two years. Following its recent 75th anniversary celebrations, InterContinental continues to redefine its ethos of discovery and contemporary luxury – and this new hotel perfectly exemplifies this evolution.

The InterContinental Bangkok is one of 450 hotels in IHG's luxury and lifestyle portfolio – one of the largest in the industry – and one of over 6,000 hotels on the IHG One Rewards platform. This world-class loyalty program puts guests first, offering more attractive benefits at 18 leading hotel brands and more reward opportunities than ever before. This is all made possible by the new IHG One Rewards app.

Room rates start at 9,000 THB++ for a Classic Room and are valid for stays from June 1, 2023. For reservations or inquiries, please visit intercontinental.com/bangkok.