Radisson RED debuts in Thailand with vibrant new premises in Phuket /

Radisson Hotel Group ushers in an exciting new era of social and stylish hospitality in Thailand with the signing of Radisson RED Phuket Patong Beach, a vibrant luxury lifestyle hotel that marks the debut of the Radisson RED brand in the “Land of Smiles”. This is an important part of the Group’s strategy to double its portfolio of operational hotels in Thailand by mid-2024.

Scheduled to open in late 2023, Radisson RED Phuket Patong Beach marks the remodeling of an existing property in the heart of Patong Beach, which will now be completely renovated and relaunched in line with Radisson RED’s bold design and brand standards. Owned by Destination Group, which recently partnered with Radisson Hotel Group to open both Radisson Resort & Spa Hua Hin and Radisson Resort & Suites Phuket, this signing reaffirms the group’s ability to meet the needs of guests and owners in a wide variety of markets – including Asia’s most popular destinations – with innovative brands and attractive business models.

“We are pleased to strengthen our relationship with Destination Group with this groundbreaking agreement for the first Radisson RED hotel in Thailand. With its eye-catching design, fun atmosphere and the flexibility to seamlessly move guests between business and leisure, Radisson RED has the power to breathe new life into hotels and destinations. This makes it a perfect fit for Patong Beach, one of Thailand’s most dynamic tourism hubs,” said Ramzy Fenianos, Chief Development Officer, Asia Pacific, Radisson Hotel Group.

With its smart, luxury lifestyle design, Radisson RED puts a playful spin on the conventional with social spaces where savvy travelers can kick back, relax and feel the buzz of their destination. Located in the heart of Patong, Phuket’s main commercial district, just 270 meters from the beach and surrounded by shopping malls, restaurants and entertainment venues, Radisson RED Phuket Patong Beach lets visitors feel the pulse of this vibrant tourist hub.

A nod to Thailand’s most prominent national icons, guests are greeted by a life-sized sculpture of a red-painted eared elephant that will serve as the hotel’s mascot. Upon entering the playful, art-inspired lobby where a red tuk-tuk takes center stage, guests can simply use the check-in app for a stress-free arrival experience. The 390 rooms are all hyper-connected with high-speed Wi-Fi, streaming services, and USB ports, while a collection of family rooms with bunk beds and banquet rooms with dedicated fun areas provide plenty of options for any type of stay.

Guests can chill out at the rooftop beach club, dine al fresco at the Warehouse that specializes in rum and wine, or party late at the secret speakeasy lounge. A grab kiosk makes it easy to refuel, the power gym is a great place to work out, while wellness amenities like ice baths and the Himalayan sea salt spa help guests rejuvenate. The resort offers two swimming pools including a rooftop pool, movie theater, arcade and kids club that will keep both young children and teens entertained.

“We are delighted to once again partner with Radisson Hotel Group and proud to introduce Radisson RED to Thailand for the first time. This innovative brand will attract the new generation of always-on travelers who crave connectivity above all else. We are confident that this cutting-edge, contemporary concept, combined with the global strength and support of Radisson Hotel Group, will make this hotel one of Patong’s most exciting and coolest places to stay. This is the first hotel designed to meet the needs of post-pandemic travelers to Phuket. We’re not just selling a room, but we’re mostly selling an amazing Instagrammable experience at our resorts,” said Gary Murray, founder and CEO of Destination Group.

Phuket is leading Thailand’s post-pandemic tourism recovery, welcoming approximately 4.3 million international visitors by 2022¹ – more than a third of the country’s total of 11.5 million arrivals last year. The island is expected to attract 12 million domestic and foreign visitors this year and has already started the year strong with the restart of direct flights from China in January.

Earlier this year, Radisson Hotel Group announced plans to expand exponentially in Thailand, with a multi-brand expansion with new hotels and resorts in key destinations such as Phuket. The group currently operates six hotels in Thailand across four brands in Bangkok, Phuket and Hua Hin.