Kempinski Hotels sets eyes on Asia

Kempinski Hotels has set its sights firmly on Asia as a key region for expansion, with talks being held in a string of destinations.

‌Speaking to TTG Asia at the Arabian Travel Market, Kempinski’s chief commercial officer Amanda Elder stated they have a strong commitment to South-east Asia.

Elder: Asia has so much potential

To help grow business, the hotel management company has just hired a head of development based in Bangkok and another in China. They have been tasked with sourcing new projects across the region.

‌“They are both very experienced and I’m very excited about that because they’ll find new projects,” Elder said, adding the company is close to signing opportunities in Thailand in Khao Lak and Phuket. Initial discussions are also taking place for Chiang Mai.

‌In addition, there are talks about opening Kempinski’s first property in Vietnam, with a Kempinski slated to open in Lombok in 2027.

‌“We opened Apurva Kempinski Bali last year and it’s been a very successful hotel,” said Elder. “It’s the number one RevPAR in Nusa Dua. The same owner gave us an additional property in Lombok and there is talk of a third hotel in Indonesia with the same owner.”

‌Development also continues in Malaysia’s Kuala Lumpur in the form of 8 Conlay Kempinski Hotel, a mixed-use development comprising residences, an office tower and hotel complex. It is slated for completion in about 2.5 years.

‌Elder shared that initial talks on opening a property in Japan are also ongoing.

‌“Asia has so much potential. You can really tap into global markets in the region. Everybody is looking to go to Asia at some point of their travel experience, and it’s very accessible, about seven to nine hours from most parts of the world,” added Elder.

 

 

Source: https://www.ttgasia.com/2023/05/05/kempinski-hotels-sets-eyes-on-asia/