Dusit to run new hotel near Chatuchak Market

Forming part of Dhanasansombut Development’s new mixed-use development, Mixt Chatuchak, the new hotel will have about 250 rooms and is a short walk from both the MRT (Chatuchak Park Station) and BTS Skytrain (Mo Chit Station) mass-transit rail systems, which provide easy access to all of Bangkok’s main attractions.
Don Mueang International Airport, which serves key domestic and regional destinations, is 30 minutes’ drive away.
Chatuchak Market is located in the north of the city next to Chatuchak Park, one of Bangkok’s largest green spaces, and near Or Tor Kor, recently named one of the world’s best fresh markets by CNN. With more than 8,000 stalls selling everything from clothes and furniture to art, ceramics, plants, souvenirs, drinks, food and even pets, Chatuchak Market is one of Bangkok’s top tourist destinations, attracting more than 400,000 shoppers every weekend. It is estimated that six out of every 10 tourists in Bangkok will visit the market during their vacation.

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Bang Sue Grand Station, which will replace the Bangkok Railway Station at Hua Lamphong as the terminus for all long-distance rail services from Bangkok, is currently under construction next to Chatuchak Market and is scheduled to open in 2019. The new station will be surrounded by several new commercial, business and residential projects.
“Chatuchak Market is a true Bangkok icon, and we are delighted to have this opportunity to become part of its vibrant fabric,” said Suphajee Suthumpun, group |chief executive officer of Dusit International.
“With several exciting developments set to open near the market within the next few years, the area will only become even more appealing, and our new hotel will be perfectly positioned to meet the needs of the young, sophisticated travellers who visit the area seeking a distinctive localised experience.”
Nontaya Apitanotai, the majority owner and authorised director of Dhanasansombut Development, said: “Mixt Chatuchak is the only building located directly within Chatuchak Market, making the mixed-use project and Dusit’s new hotel a unique proposition for guests who will benefit from the large array of shops and services within our building as well as on their doorstep.
“Our companies share a complementary vision to impress the world with Thai hospitality, and by drawing on the energy, culture and vibrancy of the iconic Chatuchak Market, we are confident this synergy will be a huge success.”
With 29 properties currently in operation across four brands in eight countries, Dusit International says it is in a significant growth phase that will see the number of Dusit properties reach 70 within the next three to four years across Southeast Asia, China, sub-Saharan Africa, the Persian Gulf region, Europe, and other key markets.
Dusit International recently became the first hotel operator in Thailand to to accept WeChat Pay, which allows Chinese guests to pay their hotel bills via the mobile e-payment platform initially at Dusit’s own properties in Thailand, and soon its other properties around the world.