Centara

  • Business News

    Centara ranked as Thailand’s strongest brand two years in a row

    Centara Group has been recognised as “Thailand’s Strongest Brand” for the second year in a row by the Brand Finance Thailand 50 report. This achievement follows a series of domestic and global success as Centara continues to expand their hotel and resort locations. The Thailand 50 report Brand Finance is an international brand evaluation and consultancy agency which independently assesses…

  • Business News

    Centara Hotels marks 2023 as year of significant growth

    Noteworthy strides have been made by Thailand’s premier hotel operator, Centara Hotels & Resorts, in the past year. The chief executive, Thirayuth Chirathivat, marks this year as a year of significant accomplishment for the company, capitalising on the revived travel and hospitality industry to fortify Centara’s status and ensure a robust and sustainable future, reports Bangkok Post. With a rich…

  • Business News

    Centara Udon officially reopens after upscale refurbishment and dining expansion

    Centara Hotels & Resorts in association with Central Pattana Plc heralded the official reopening of Centara Udon, post a comprehensive round of refurbishing endeavours aimed at upscaling an array of facilities and introducing novel dining opportunities. Thirayuth Chirathivat, who is at the helm of Centara Hotels & Resorts, reported the successful conclusion of the renovation phase, subsequently marking the formal reopening…

  • Business News

    THAI lags as Centara Grand emerges Thailand’s strongest brand

    The sluggish revival of business tourism, coupled with Thailand’s failure to establish itself as a global connection hub, has resulted in the brand value of Thai Airways (THAI) lagging behind its rivals. Conversely, Centara Grand Hotels & Resorts has emerged as the strongest brand in the nation this year. According to Alex Haigh, who serves as the Asia-Pacific Managing Director at…

  • Things To Do

    Your ultimate guide to family friendly hotels in Thailand

    Thailand’s family hotels provide a unique opportunity for families to bond and create unforgettable memories in a tropical paradise. From the pristine beaches of Phuket to the bustling city of Bangkok, families can find a range of accommodations and activities that cater to their specific needs and preferences. Whether you’re seeking relaxation or adventure, Thailand has got you covered. So…

  • Things To Do

    Best hotels in Pattaya for an amazing holiday

    As the sun sets over the shimmering Gulf of Thailand, there’s no better place to rest your head than the vibrant city of Pattaya. With a plethora of luxurious hotels to choose from, it can be tough to decide where to lay your hat. But fear not, as we’ve handpicked the top six hotels in Pattaya to ensure your holiday…

  • Property News

    Central Pattana’s 10 billion baht investment in 37 new hotels

    Central Pattana is launching 37 hotels in 27 provinces in Thailand with 4,000 rooms, valued at a total of 10 billion baht, under the Centara Hotels and Resorts brand. The kingdom’s largest retail property development and investment company aims to hire about 3,900 people across the country in the process. The company will focus primarily on second-tier locations, as it…

  • Thailand video news

    Thailand News Update | Thai F-16 fighter crashed during a training session

    The National Energy Policy Committee is meeting today to discuss Thailand’s soaring energy prices, including efforts to maintain the cap on diesel prices at below 30 baht a litre. Like the rest of the world, Thailand is suffering under a wave of inflation and high energy costs at the moment. Yesterday the Deputy PM and Energy Minister Supattanapong Punmeechaow said…

  • Travel

    Bangkok is back – Thailand’s capital roars back to life

    OPINION Before the pandemic, Bangkok was the most-visited city on the planet – a thriving hive of energy and activity which attracted over 22 million international visitors per year. Then, without warning, it all went quiet. Now, following the reboot of the Test & Go re-entry into Thailand on February 1, 2022, Bangkok is back. The city is welcoming the…

  • Bangkok News

    Bangkok is back – Thailand’s capital roars back into gear

    OPINION Before the pandemic, Bangkok was the most-visited city on the planet – a thriving hive of energy and activity which attracted over 22 million international visitors per year. Then, without warning, it all went quiet. Now, following the long-awaited reopening of Thailand’s borders on November 1, 2021, Bangkok is back. The city is welcoming the world’s travellers once again,…

  • Technology News

    Centara Hotels suffer data breach by hackers Desorden Group

    Centara Hotels and Resorts, the luxury chain in Thailand, confirmed a data breach this month at the hands of the infamous hacker Desorden Group. The CEO, Thirayuth Chirathivat, said the hack was detected October 14 and an investigation confirmed that guest details had been compromised. Names and ID photos, booking information, email addresses, phone numbers and home addresses have all…

  • Business News

    Centara signs up three more Phuket hotels

    The surge of new properties continues in Phuket as the developers and Thai business leaders continue to show their confidence in Phuket as an international holiday destination. Thai hospitality group Centara Hotels and Resorts has entered into agreements to manage three hotels on Phuket’s northern west coast in Mai Khao. Two of the properties are currently operating, which are the…

  • World News

    Centara strikes deal for three new hotels in Laos

    Thailand’s leading hotel operator Centara Hotels, announced it has signed management agreements for three new properties with a combined total of 216 keys, with Asia Investment, Development & Construction Sole Co., Ltd (AIDC), a well-established enterprise in Laos. In the UNESCO World Heritage site of Luang Prabang, Centara plans to open an upper upscale Centara Grand Luang Prabang and a…