Standard International will open its first property in Thailand later this year, housed within the 78-storey King Power Mahanakhon Building in Bangkok’s central business district.
The 155-room hotel will be the brand’s first in Southeast Asia, and is now taking reservations for stays from May 11, 2022.
The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon has been created by Spanish artist and designer Jaime Hayon in collaboration with The Standard’s in-house design team, and has been inspired by “vibrant colours, fluid shapes, evolving art installations and lush greenery that flows seamlessly inside and out”.
Features include the first international outpost of the Standard Grill, as well as Chinese restaurant Mott 32, rooftop Mexican eatery Ojo, an outdoor terrace pool and fitness centre.
There will also be a “fantasy filled tea room”, and The Parlor for music, snacks and cocktails.
The Standard hotels brand launched in 1999, and currently has seven properties, in New York, LA, Miami and the Maldives, as well as The Standard London which opened in 2019 – for our review of this hotel see:
The group recently announced plans for its first Irish property, to be located within the forthcoming Dublin Arch regeneration scheme next to the city’s Connolly station, and is also set to open its first property in Singapore next year, situated on Orange Grove Road across from the Shangri-La Singapore.
Commenting on the news Amar Lalvani, executive chairman for Standard International, said:
“There is nothing in Bangkok, or the entire region, like what we have created here. We love the energy, style and culture Bangkok offers and couldn’t be more proud to partner with King Power to open our flagship for the region in this awe inspiring building, in this incredible city.
“When we open our doors in May, visitors and locals will be treated to the world of immersive hospitality that only The Standard can create.”
The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon is currently offering a 25 per cent discount on its Best Available Rate, including breakfast for two people, for stays booked via this link by July 31, 2022 and completed by February 28, 2023.
