Travelodge Announces Debut in Phuket

BANGKOK, Thailand, <14 September 2018> – CEO of Travelodge (Thailand) Mr. Jonathan Wigley is delighted to announce the third Travelodge hotel in Thailand. Marking the very first Travelodge property in Phuket, Travelodge Phuket Town will open for business in 2020.

Travelodge Phuket Town will provide 159 trendy guest rooms featuring neutral tones, contemporary timber furniture and spaces offering exclusivity and privacy for guests. Hotel facilities will feature a Travelodge signature, The Lodge, as well as an all-day dining restaurant, a gymnasium and a large swimming pool. The hotel will be located in Phuket Town, just a few steps away from Central Festival Phuket, with convenient access to shopping centres, attractions and entertainment in the area.

“Following the debut of the Travelodge brand in Thailand in mid-2017, Travelodge Phuket Town represents our continued commitment to expanding the brand’s footprint throughout Thailand,” said Mr. Wigley. He added, "We are confident that Travelodge Phuket Town will offer guests a value stay with the brand’s exceptional hospitality, fuss-free quality and trendy living ethos that is consistently provided across all Travelodge properties."

Stephen Burt, Chairman of Travelodge Asia commented, “Phuket is one of the most popular and quality beach destinations in Asia and are very pleased that Travelodge is making a footprint in such a popular destination.”

Mr. Burt added, “We are excited about the expansion opportunities for Travelodge in Thailand. The Travelodge Pattaya and Travelodge Sukhumvit Bangkok marked our initial entry into Thailand last year, and with the successful kick off with both properties, we have since witnessed an impressive pipeline of new opportunities which is testimony to the strength of our brand here.”

For more information and reservations, please visit www.travelodgehotels.asia Contact our Sales Office in Bangkok at +66 2 651 7677 or email us at dosth@travelodgehotels.asia

About the Travelodge Brand

Travelodge Hotels Asia is expanding rapidly in Asia to meet the needs of a new breed of savvy traveller seeking to get out of their room and explore the real pulse of the cities they visit, before returning to a uniquely local yet consistent hotel experience for a good night’s sleep. These are hotels designed for #TravelTrailblazers.

* Designed for a new breed of traveller: Travelodge Hotels Asia’s hotels are designed for Travel Trailblazers, a new breed of savvy travellers who are empowered, knowledgeable and adventurous. They are discerning travellers seeking authenticity and the real pulse of a city, which they want to get out into rather than spending time in their room!

* Location-centric: Travelodge Hotels Asia prioritises proximity to transportation hubs and unrivalled locations to put guests in the centre of the action. Everything a Travel Trailblazer needs to kickstart their urban adventure is just a stone’s throw away from the hotel.

* Fuss-free quality: A new hospitality offering designed for travellers who are not hung up on five star frills but know quality and demand it. Thoughtfully designed, Travelodge Hotels Asia champions first-class service with fuss-free delivery for discerning, yet unpretentious, travellers. Time – and money – is not wasted on five-star frills, but quality amenities are not compromised on. A Travelodge bed is undisputedly comfy!

* Locally inspired: While consistent in brand experience across cities, Travelodge properties are inspired by their unique local surroundings and encourages its Travel Trailblazers to immerse themselves in the rich culture of their destination and discover hidden gems like a true local.

About Travelodge Hotels Asia

Headquartered in Singapore, Travelodge Hotels Asia is a hospitality investment and management company responsible for the development of hotels under the globally recognised Travelodge brand in Asia. Travelodge Hotels Asia focuses on upper midscale hotels that are designed and operated for the savvy traveller. For guests who want to get out and feel the real pulse of a city, Travelodge hotels are situated in the centre of the action with unrivalled locations, providing thoughtfully designed rooms, convenient amenities and undisputedly comfy beds for a discerning, yet unpretentious travel experience. Travelodge Hotels Asia currently operates in Hong Kong, Bangkok, Pattaya, Batam and Kuala Lumpur, with additional new openings planned for 2019.

About Travelodge Hotels (Asia) Pte. Ltd. (“TLA”)

Headquartered in Singapore Travelodge Hotels (Asia), a wholly-owned subsidiary of SGX-listed ICP Ltd, is a hospitality investment and management company responsible for the development of hotels under the globally recognised Travelodge brand in Asia. TLA focuses on upper midscale hotels that are designed and operated for the savvy traveller. For guests who want to get out and feel the real pulse of a city, TLA hotels are situated in the centre of the action with unrivalled locations, providing thoughtfully designed rooms, convenient amenities and undisputedly comfy beds for a discerning, yet unpretentious travel experience.

TLA currently operates in Hong Kong, Bangkok, Pattaya, Batam and Kuala Lumpur, with additional new openings planned for 2019, and is looking to further the brand’s presence throughout Asia via multiple options including acquisition, lease, management, master franchise, franchise and joint ventures.

Hotels in Asia

Hong Kong: Travelodge Kowloon

Travelodge Central Hollywood

Thailand: Travelodge Pattaya

Travelodge Sukhumvit 11

Travelodge Jomtien (Opening 2019)

Travelodge Phuket Town (Opening 2020)

Indonesia: Travelodge Batam

Malaysia: Travelodge Central Market (Opening 2018)

Travelodge Bukit Bintang (Opening 2018)