Travellers heading to Thailand for a medical operation [or two] won’t need to travel far post-operation, with plans for a new Holiday Inn property to open directly across from Bangkok’s main hospital.
InterContinental Hotels Group signed a management agreement with Prime Living Soonvijai Co. Ltd this week for the development of a Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bangkok Soi Soonvijai in Bangkok, Thailand.
The 200-room property is slated to open in 2018 and will be located adjacent to Bangkok General Hospital’s flagship medical facility.
The contract for the new property was signed this week between IHG and Prime Living Soonvijai
IHG says it will be ideal for travellers looking for fuss-free accommodation close to the hospital. Soi Soonvijai, which connects to Bangkok’s major roads, also provides convenient access to the main city centre and Central Business District (CBD).
IHG’s vice president of operations in South East Asia said Bangkok’s tourism has shown signs of recovery, particularly in the medical tourism department.
“There is no better time to be looking at developing a hotel near one of the main hospitals in Bangkok and adding an extended stay option to the new hotel is a strategic decision we have made together with our partners Prime Living Soonvijai Co. Ltd.”
Leanne Harwood, IHG vice president, operations, South East Asia
The development will include features such as the brand’s signature Great Room for guests to dine and interact at during their stay, a fitness centre, swimming pool and recreation areas.
Additionally the property will have free and fast Wi-Fi; Free Express Start™ Breakfast or a Grab & Go option for a smart start to the day; comfortable bedding; self-service business centre and laundry room; and access to the fitness centre.
Have you noticed an increase in clients looking to book accommodation close to medical facilities?