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Marriott International signs agreement to debut The Ritz-Carlton Bangkok, The Riverside

Scheduled to open in 2026, the 166 room hotel will offer a unique urban sanctuary that blends luxury and heritage off of the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Marriott International, Inc. announced it has unveiled plans to introduce a new era of refined elegance and luxury hospitality to Thailand’s capital city with the signing of The Ritz-Carlton Bangkok, The Riverside owned by Asset World Corp Public Company Limited (AWC), one of the kingdom’s leading integrated lifestyle real estate groups.

Scheduled to open in phases in 2026, The Ritz-Carlton Bangkok, The Riverside is set to be a one-of-a-kind waterfront hotel and urban sanctuary located on three separate sites on opposite banks of the Chao Phraya, Bangkok’s legendary “River of Kings”. Inspired by the concept of “yin and yang”, with distinct elements facing each other across the rippling water, this innovative project expects to bring The Ritz-Carlton brand’s timeless sophistication to the city. 

“We are delighted to work with AWC to bring The Ritz-Carlton Bangkok, The Riverside to the historic section of the Chao Phraya River to create a unique destination for urban explorers, wellness seekers and meeting planners alike. Bangkok is a dynamic city with fast-paced development. This project will reflect the spirit of the past while also presenting the contemporary luxury hospitality of the Ritz-Carlton brand. We are proud to work with AWC as we continue to expand our footprint in Thailand,” said Jakob Helgen, Area Vice President – Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia & Myanmar, Marriott International.

The Lhong 1919
The main elements of The Ritz-Carlton Bangkok, The Riverside will be centered upon The Lhong 1919 Riverside Heritage Destination, a collection of sensitively restored warehouses on the west bank of the Chao Phraya. Three reimagined low-rise structures are expected to be complemented by two brand new buildings featuring 86 stylish rooms and suites with river views and plunge pools, nine exclusive villas, multiple dining destinations including a signature rooftop restaurant, a fully-equipped fitness center, serene spa, and an outdoor infinity pool with a pool bar.

With exquisite architecture, leafy courtyards, shady walkways, an ornate shrine and lush foliage, the property is also expected to include event spaces for life’s most important occasions, including corporate gatherings and waterfront weddings.

The Shophouse and The Mansion
Directly opposite the bustling east bank of the Chao Phraya, a beautiful mansion and two revitalized shophouses will capture the essence of SongWad Road, a thriving center of trade and commerce and the gateway to Bangkok’s Chinatown. The Shophouse is slated to include 24 rooms, a riverside pool and bar, a wellness center and space for intimate events, while The Mansion expects to feature 56 breath-taking rooms, an infinity pool, waterside restaurant, fitness area and kids’ room. Guests will be able to enjoy all three sites by dedicated shuttle boats.

The Shophouse and The Mansion are expected to open in 2026, with The Lhong 1919 Riverside Heritage Destination scheduled to follow in 2027. The Ritz-Carlton Bangkok, Riverside expects to become the 20th hotel and operating asset to be owned by AWC and managed by Marriott International in Thailand

“We are thrilled to continue our long-term partnership with Marriott International. This signing marks the second Ritz-Carlton hotel in our development pipeline in Thailand. We are confident that this iconic luxury brand will bring tremendous value to Bangkok’s riverside heritage area and drive long-term benefits to the surrounding community and society by preserving the original buildings. We believe in embracing local history, culture and architecture to position Thailand as a compelling, creative and sustainable tourism destination,” commented Wallapa Traisorat, Chief Executive Officer & President, AWC.

Marriott International and AWC currently operate a total of ten hotels and resorts together across Thailand, with almost 4,000 rooms across Thailand.

Marriott International in Asia Pacific has been recognized by three prestigious industry awards – Business Traveller Asia-Pacific Awards 2022 (Best Hotel Loyalty Programme – Marriott Bonvoy), M&C Asia Stella Awards (Best Sustainable Hotel Chain – Marriott International Asia Pacific), and TTG Travel Awards 2022 (Best Global Hotel Chain – Marriott International).

“We are delighted to receive these industry awards, each one in recognition of our efforts and commitment to leading and shaping the future of travel. This is only made possible by the dedication and support of our associates, guests, owners, and partners,” highlighted Rajeev Menon, President – Asia Pacific (excluding Greater China), Marriott International. “With travel gradually returning, we look forward to delivering exceptional guest experiences for travelers as they return to stay with us.”

All three awards are conducted by independent industry organizations and winners were selected through votes cast by industry stakeholders and consumers. Collectively, the awards recognized the areas of focus for the company – Marriott Bonvoy, Serve 360 and exceptional guest experiences.

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