Bangkok (Thailand) – May 19, 2015 – Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts celebrates its debut in Bangkok with the opening of a modern hotel in one of the best locations in the Thai capital, Sukhumvit Soi 15.

The five-star Mövenpick Sukhumvit 15 Bangkok is the Swiss hotel group's first city hotel in Thailand, but already its fourth nationwide. Three upscale beachfront hotels are already in operation: one in Koh Samui and two in Phuket.

“The Mövenpick Hotel Sukhumvit 15 Bangkok is strategically located in Bangkok’s vibrant business, leisure and entertainment district and just steps from Sukhumvit Road – an enviable location,” said Andreas Mattmüller, Chief Operating Officer of Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, Middle East and Asia.

“Bangkok is and will remain one of the most important economic centers in Southeast Asia, and the opening of a brand new hotel in one of the city’s most established districts, popular with visitors, locals and expats alike, is another important step for Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts as we continue to expand our presence in the region,” he added.

The Swiss hotel company operates the Mövenpick Hotel Sukhumvit 15 Bangkok under a management contract with the hotel's owner company, Kijsompong Co., Ltd.

“The collaboration with a first-class hotel management company like Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts allows us to make the most of this unique business opportunity in the center of Bangkok,” confirmed Charoen Kokar, Director of Kijsompong Co., Ltd.

Highlights of the 297-room Mövenpick Hotel Sukhumvit 15 Bangkok include a 20-meter-long rooftop pool with bar, 330 square meters of meeting space, and a cozy courtyard with a unique two-story waterfall.

“This offers an oasis of calm in a hotel that is warm, inviting and hospitable for guests seeking a break from city life,” said Simon Rindlisbacher, General Manager of the Mövenpick Hotel Sukhumvit 15 Bangkok.

Mövenpick's culinary offerings reflect the brand's renowned expertise, providing a wide range of high-quality dishes – from Thai classics to European and international specialties. A must-visit is the Rainforest Rooftop Bar, where guests can enjoy cocktails and gourmet tapas while admiring breathtaking views of the Bangkok skyline.

With Mövenpick's debut in Bangkok, the company underlines its ongoing commitment to expansion in Thailand, where it has already signed contracts for two further properties: one in Pattaya, scheduled to open in early 2016, and another resort in Hua Hin.

For more information, please visit www.moevenpick-hotels.com/bangkoksukhumvit.

About Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts: Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts is an international luxury hotel management company with over 16,000 employees and operates 83 hotels, resorts, and Nile cruise ships in 25 countries. Approximately 30 more properties are in the planning or construction phase, including in Chiang Mai (Thailand), Riyadh (Saudi Arabia), and Tunis (Tunisia). Focusing on expansion in its core markets of Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts specializes in business and conference hotels as well as holiday resorts, all of which reflect a distinctive flair and respect for their respective regions. The company, with Swiss roots and headquarters in Baar (Central Switzerland), places great emphasis on first-class service and culinary experiences – always with a personal touch. Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts is committed to sustainability and is the world's most frequently awarded Green Globe hotel company. The hotel chain is owned by Mövenpick Holding (66.7%) and the Kingdom Group (33.3%). Further information can be found at www.mövenpick-hotels.com.