Langham to Open Resort in Koh Samui

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. June 16, 2009

JUNE 16, 2009 - Langham Hotels International (LHI) is set to open a new boutique resort, Langham Place Samui at Lamai Beach, in November 2009, following the signing of its latest management contract with Gurich Company Limited.

Located on the Island of Samui, it is the latest addition to Langham's portfolio of five-star hotels. Langham Place Samui at Lamai Beach enjoys prime position beachside and comprises a chic modern village of 77 stunning villas and suites, many featuring personal plunge pools and views over the Gulf of Thailand.

In addition to the sea view restaurant and poolside Splash Bar, the property will pioneer the concept of ubiquitous or borderless dining outside of a traditional restaurant setting. Perfect in-the-moment romantic dinners will be served in specially-designed dining retreats scattered in the grounds or on the alluring sala in the sea without another soul for 150 meters.

With two piers extending 150 meters out to sea which end in a secluded sala or an ocean pool, guests can happily dive into the waters to cool off or enjoy invigorating water sports.

Chuan Spa will be introduced to Samui bringing a signature range of pampering spa treatments based on the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) while introducing new Thai Traditional Medicine-based treatments.

Langham Place Samui at Lamai Beach will be the perfect place to socialize, play, sip cocktails, snack and catch up with friends and family while still being wired to the real world. The innovative resort will combine all these elements in one cool space divided into The Pantry and Portal - Surf & Play. The Pantry takes the concept that some of the best conversations and moments take place in the kitchen preparing snacks and drinks. It will be staffed with our gourmet chef. Portal - Surf & Play allows you to connect and have fun while still staying in touch with the real world via technology.

As part of the local community, the resort will champion the works of local photographic artists and encourage their development in the long term. Guests will also be inspired to explore the local culture and share their photos of the resort and Samui on the web which will act as a global archive of the resort and island's appeal and development. Each month, one guest will have his photograph selected as the image of the month displayed on the Artist's Wall in the hotel for a year. Once 12 have been selected, a grand winner will be selected to win an all-expenses paid vacation back to Langham Place Samui at Lamai Beach.

The stylish modern resort will feature Beach Angels offering sun lotions, serving refreshments and cleaning sunglasses. Meanwhile, Resort Angels will service guests around the resort enjoying dining, poolside services and spa activities.

The hotel is close to several recreational and cultural facilities including Lamai temple and the island's yacht club.

Brett Butcher, CEO of Langham Hotels International said: "We're delighted to be partners with the visionary Gurich Company as we further establish our footprint in Thailand. Langham Place Samui at Lamai Beach introduces an internationally recognized hotel brand in a boutique setting that meets the needs of today's upmarket adventurers looking for a vibrant getaway."

Khun Surapol, President of Gurich Company said: "We are confident that Langham Place Samui at Lamai Beach will rapidly become one of the most inspiring and sought after destinations on the island under the management of Langham Hotels International."