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Making
its highly anticipated comeback on 27 September 2024, the iconic Dusit Thani
Bangkok hotel is set to reaffirm its status as one of the city’s most beloved
and recognised landmarks and a beacon of gracious Thai hospitality.
To
celebrate this momentous occasion, the hotel is launching a new docuseries
titled ‘An Icon Reimagined: The Docuseries,’ which chronicles the hotel’s
journey over the past five years.
Launched
with a teaser trailer on 3 September 2024 and accessible online via the hotel’s official Facebook
page and via youtube.com/@dusitinternational,
the 10-episode series will highlight the new hotel’s meticulous development
process and offer an intimate look at the vision and dedication passed down
through generations. It will culminate in the 50-year-old hotel’s
much-anticipated reopening in a new, reimagined form.
“When
talking about the Dusit Thani Bangkok, many people think about my mother,
Thanpuying Chanut Piyaoui, who built the original hotel following her vision to
uniquely deliver gracious Thai hospitality to the world,” said Mr Chanin
Donavanik, Vice Chairman and Chairman of the Executive Committee, Dusit International.
“Back in 1969, when the hotel was being built, people questioned the strange
building she was constructing. It was neither Thai nor Western in its
architectural style. However, as the years passed, Dusit Thani Bangkok, with
its unique identity and personality, established itself as one of Bangkok’s
iconic landmarks. And it stood tall and proud for over 50 years.
“The
original property was also distinguished by my mother’s belief in the strength
of Thai culture and hospitality, and how these could be leveraged to create a
hotel that could compete in the international market. The new Dusit Thani
Bangkok continues her vision to create a recognised landmark in Thailand, reflecting
the nation’s culture while delivering service and hospitality with true Thai heart
and soul.”
Ms
Suphajee Suthumpun, Group CEO of Dusit International, said, “There have been so
many changes in our industry over the past 50 years. To bring back the past
glories of the original Dusit Thani Bangkok within a modern context, we knew thoughtful
change was essential. Under the concept of ‘An Icon Reimagined,’ we have worked
to create an innovative and modern hotel that retains the beloved identity of
the original property. Three key pillars have guided our approach: ‘The legacy continues
– Gracious, now and always;’ ‘Iconic grandeur for a new generation;’ and
‘Luxury redefined through distinctive experiences.’ These pillars define the
new paradigm of rest and relaxation offered at the new Dusit Thani Bangkok, with
design, facilities, and service elevated in every way.”
Situated
in the same prime location as the original Dusit Thani Bangkok, which graced
the Bangkok skyline from 1970 – 2019, the highly anticipated, reimagined
version of Dusit’s luxury flagship hotel sits at the heart of Dusit
Central Park, a landmark mixed-use development also comprising ultra-luxury
residences (Dusit Residences and Dusit Parkside), a state-of-the-art office
tower, a high-end retail centre, and an 11,200 sq m Roof Park (all slated to
open in 2025).
Designed
to deliver a fresh take on its predecessor’s esteemed heritage and once again
stand as a beacon of Thai-inspired gracious hospitality for discerning
travellers from all around the world, the newly built, 39-floor, 257-key hotel
offers ample space for guests, including elegant suites exquisitely crafted by
internationally acclaimed Asian interior design firm André Fu Studio,
starting at an impressive 50 sq m.
Simultaneously
connecting guests with nature while enveloping them in luxurious comfort, every
spacious guest room in the new hotel offers a breathtaking view of Lumpini Park.
This unparalleled vista is impressively framed by floor-to-ceiling windows and
inviting window seating that immerses guests in the stunning scenery beyond. This
exquisite backdrop is complemented by elegant interior décor that harmoniously
fuses cultural heritage and modern aesthetics.
Guests
will also find elevated dining experiences created in collaboration with
renowned chefs, a stylish multi-level rooftop bar created in partnership with
award-winning mixologists, and expansive banqueting and meeting facilities,
including one of the largest grand ballrooms in Bangkok, which also overlooks
Lumpini Park.
Health
and wellness enthusiasts will be delighted by the comprehensive spa and
wellness facilities, including the Devarana Wellness centre, which offers unique
opportunities to pause, focus, and grow.
The
new Dusit Thani Bangkok has also incorporated several iconic elements of its
past heritage into the new structure. The original hotel’s signature golden
spire, inspired by the stupa of Wat Arun Ratchawararam, or the Temple of Dawn,
has found a new home at the new hotel. So have the precious artworks of
Thailand’s National Artist Paiboon Suwannakudt, whose traditional paintings and
murals were carefully removed and reintegrated into the reimagined premises.
The same applies to the original property’s elaborately carved teakwood ceiling
panels, and valuable flora from its renowned waterfall garden. These beloved remnants
of the past have all been seamlessly woven into the new Dusit Thani Bangkok.
“Maintaining
Dusit Thani Bangkok’s valued iconic identity has been our mission from the very
start,” said Ms Suthumpun. “The preservation of artworks, woodwork, and
landscaping from the original property ensures various areas of the new hotel
will remind guests of the hotel’s storied past. Visitors can also relive their
Dusit memories on our Heritage Floor, which features a virtual library
dedicated to the history of the hotel and the Silom area. Moreover, the new
Dusit Thani Bangkok features artworks by talented artists from Silpakorn
University, who drew inspiration from their memories of the original hotel to
create a diverse range of paintings. These preservation efforts are all
highlighted in the docuseries.”
Chapter
one of An Icon Reimagined: The Docuseries is available to watch now on Dusit
Thani Bangkok's official Facebook page (facebook.com/dusitthanibangkok)
and Dusit International's YouTube channel (youtube.com/@dusitinternational).
New chapters will be released every Tuesday throughout September.
Image
Credit: © Dusit International
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