New Hotel Openings Asia 2019 News
Mövenpick signs sixth property in Danang, Vietnam
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has signed its sixth property in Vietnam. Situated in the coastal city of Danang, the new property involves a partnership with Vicoland Group Joint Stock Company to build a 150-room hotel and 354 branded residences, which are scheduled to open in quarter three of 2019.
Onyx gives go-ahead for $100 million Ozo Pattaya project
Onyx Hospitality Group has announced plans to open a new 406-room Ozo hotel on a site adjacent to the existing Ocean Tower of Amari Pattaya.
Dusit signs for new property at Chatuchak Market, Bangkok
Dusit International has signed a hotel management agreement with Dhanasansombut Development to operate the first ever hotel in the heart of Bangkok’s Chatuchak Market.
Minor signs for Avani Busan Hotel in South Korea
Minor Hotels has announced that it will debut its Avani brand in South Korea with the launch of Avani Busan Hotel. The new-build 400-key hotel represents a milestone for Minor Hotels as its first property in South Korea.
Ascott inks six new serviced apartment properties in China
The Ascott races ahead by securing contracts to manage six properties with more than 1,200 apartment units in China, on the back of record growth last year. The new properties entrench Ascott’s presence in Changsha, Shenzhen, Tianjin and Wuhan, while extending its footprint to two more cities – Handan and Xuzhou.
Dusit Thani Yangon to bring international hospitality to Myanmar in 2019
Dusit International has signed a management agreement with Myanmar V-Pile Group to operate the Dusit Thani Yangon. Located just 15 minutes by car from Yangon International Airport, and approximately 20 minutes’ drive from the city’s main tourist attraction, the Shwedagon Pagoda, the new property sits at the heart of land earmarked by the Myanmar government to become the former capital’s new Central Business District.
ONYX Hospitality Group signs three properties in Laos
ONYX Hospitality Group has signed a partnership agreement with Tang Charoen Group to manage three Amari hotels in Lao People’s Democratic Republic. This agreement will mark ONYX’s market entry into Laos with the first property set to begin operations in 2017.
Mövenpick signs third property in Bangladesh
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has signed a third hotel in Bangladesh, in the city of Khulna, to further increase its presence in the flourishing south Asian destination. The move follows a steady and concerted focus on Bangladesh, with projects already underway in Cox Bazaar and the capital Dhaka, as the international hospitality management firm continues to develop its presence in the region.
Ascott signs with Sandhya Hotels for new properties in India
The Ascott has secured a contract with Sandhya Hotels to manage three new serviced residences in India, the world’s third largest economy. Two properties are in the major technology cities of Hyderabad and Bangalore and a third serviced residence is in Sri City, less than an hour’s drive from Chennai.
Dusit Thani Hot Springs & Wellness Resort Fuzhou set for 2019 opening
Dusit Fudu Hotels & Resorts has reached an agreement with Zheng Heng Group to manage the new deluxe Dusit Thani Resort in Fuzhou, Fujian Province. The property will become the first internationally branded hot springs and wellness resort in the area. The agreement was signed by senior executives from both parties at a ceremony held at the flagship Dusit Thani Bangkok.
Minor Hotel Group signs Anantara Ubud Bali Resort for 2019 opening
Minor Hotel Group has continued expansion in south-east Asia with the development of Anantara Ubud Bali Resort. MHG has formed a 50/50 joint venture with Indonesia-based PT Wijaya Karya Realty on this US$41.4 million development.
Dusit Thani Sandalwoods Resort Huizhou Shuangyue Bay set for 2019 opening
Dusit Fudu Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Huizhou Xiyuan Tourism Investment Company to manage a 350-room luxury international resort in Huizhou City, Guangdong Province. The Dusit Thani Sandalwoods Resort Huizhou Shuangyue Bay, Guangdong is anticipated to open in May 2019.