Pan Pacific Hotels Group Doubles Its Serviced Suites Portfolio by 2023 Amidst Burgeoning Extended Stay Segment

Singapore, 29 November 2022 - Pan Pacific Hotels Group, four-time winner of “Best Regional Hotel Chain” at TTG Travel Awards 2022, will double its serviced suites portfolio by 2023, with new openings in key gateway cities such as Bangkok, Hanoi, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur and Nairobi. Its developments are under Singapore-listed parent company UOL Group Limited. This comes under the Group’s latest wave of expansion, which will increase its global development portfolio by 50%, adding more than 4,000 keys by 2023.

Mr Choe Peng Sum, Chief Executive Officer, Pan Pacific Hotels Group, shares, “The extended-stay segment has continued to bring us strong performance, even more so in the last two years. We foresee that this market will continue to grow as demand increases for corporate long-stay and relocation in regional business hubs. Our expansion secures our position in key gateway cities and prime locations around the world, giving us the edge to capture the burgeoning long-stay demand in developing markets and key business hubs.”

Newly launched on 15 November 2022, PARKROYAL Suites Bangkok is strategically located at Sukhumvit Soi 6, the epicentre of Bangkok’s commercial district. Its vibrant colours and modern furnishings capture the youthful energy of Thailand’s capital city, and the property’s prime address provides easy access to upscale shopping malls including Central Embassy and Terminal 21.

With 194 keys, PARKROYAL Suites Bangkok offers a choice between Executive Studios and two-Bedroom Executive units. Looking after the wellbeing and comfort of its long-stay residents, the property offers an all-day dining restaurant Spice Brasserie.

PARKROYAL Suites Bangkok is now available for bookings. Visit panpacific.com/en/serviced-suites/pr-ss-bangkok.

Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur will open on 1 December 2022 as a sanctuary for long-stay guests in the prime address of Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur’s energetic Golden Triangle city centre.

Comprising 210 luxurious suites in one- or two-bedroom layouts, each suite offers modern comforts for a sophisticated living experience, including pampering Balmain Paris amenities and en-suite bathroom with a refreshing rain shower.

On the topmost level 25, residents can work, relax or recharge while overlooking Kuala Lumpur’s spectacular panoramic skyline.Here comprises The Living Room, housing a meeting room, a pool table, foosball table and other recreational facilities; Pacific Lounge, serving breakfast as well as all-day coffee, tea and juices; a TechnoGym fitness centre; and a rooftop pool. Residents can also look forward to a calming retreat and unwind next door at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur's rooftop garden terraces, St. Gregory spa, or dining outlets The Botanist Lounge & Bar, Thyme and Skye Chill.

Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur is now available for bookings. Visit panpacific.com/en/serviced-suites/pp-ss-kuala-lumpur.

Opening in early-2023, Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Nairobi marks Pan Pacific Hotels Group’s first foray into Africa. Seated in one of Africa’s prime business hubs for technology and innovation, Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Nairobi provides convenience and comfort for residents within a thriving business capital, where multinational companies and start-ups are springing forth.

Located in Kenya’s affluent Westlands business district, the 26-storey Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Nairobi occupies one tower in the opulent gated complex of Global Trade Centre (GTC) Nairobi, surrounded by the embassy and financial districts of Kenya’s capital city. Situated on Waiyaki Way with convenient access to the new Expressway, Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Nairobi is minutes away from the airport.

It will offer 128 luxury keys comprising one- and two-bedroom suites as well as penthouses. Beyond its Residents’ Lounge, a meeting room and gym, the property elevates the long-stay experience with lavish facilities including a Wine and Cigar Lounge, as well as access to a Multi-Media Room, an outdoor pool, a children’s outdoor playground and manicured lawns. Residents can also access the upmarket shopping mall and food courts within the complex.

For more information and updates, visit panpacific.com/en/serviced-suites/pp-ss-nairobi.

PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Hanoi will open in early 2023, bringing 122 keys to the spectacular banks of West Lake, Hanoi’s largest freshwater lake. The property is located just 15 minutes away from Ba Binh and Hoan Kiem, Hanoi’s key business, commercial and tourist districts, while commanding panoramic views of landmarks such as the Tran Quoc Pagoda, Quan Thanh Temple and Phu Tay Ho temple.

Every suite will offer the convenience and comfort of modern amenities including a kitchenette, washer and dryer. PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Hanoi will also feature a rooftop restaurant and bar, multi-function spaces, fitness centre and wellness facilities including a swimming pool.

For more information and updates, visit panpacific.com/en/serviced-suites/pr-ss-hanoi.

Come July 2023, PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Jakarta will plant Pan Pacific Hotels Group’s flag in Indonesia within the prestigious Thamrin Nine integrated complex.

Offering 180 skyline suites alongside a wide range of facilities such as a grand ballroom, fitness centre and a children’s pool, the property will be poised to welcome residents beyond business travel, catering also to long-stay families and leisure travellers.

Connecting directly to the upcoming Dukuh Atas MRT Station via an underground link, PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Jakarta will be the first of the Group’s triple-property launch in Jakarta. It will be located within the same tower as sister properties Pan Pacific Jakarta and PARKROYAL Jakarta, opening in November 2023 and June 2024 respectively.

For more information and updates, visit panpacific.com/en/serviced-suites/pr-ss-jakarta.

The above properties will join Pan Pacific Hotels Group’s current network of serviced suites: Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Beach Road, Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard, Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Ningbo, PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur and PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Singapore.

All serviced suites operated by Pan Pacific Hotels Group are part of the Pan Pacific DISCOVERY loyalty programme, extending to guests and residents a host of exclusive privileges, earning of digital rewards currency DISCOVERY Dollars (D$), Live Local offers and more benefits under the Global Hotel Alliance.

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About Pan Pacific Hotels Group

Pan Pacific Hotels Group is a global hospitality company that owns and/or manages more than 50 hotels, resorts and serviced suites across three brands – “Pan Pacific”, PARKROYAL COLLECTION, and PARKROYAL – encompassing more than 30 cities across Asia Pacific, North America and Europe. Headquartered in Singapore, it is a member of Singapore-listed UOL Group Limited.

Pan Pacific Hotels and Resorts delivers sincere and graceful service to every guest with a passion for excellence.

PARKROYAL COLLECTION Hotels and Resorts isdriven by our passion for life and sustainability.

PARKROYAL Hotels and Resorts is distinguished by its passion for people and places, immersing every guest into local and authentic cultures.

Visit www.panpacific.com.

About UOL Group Limited

UOL Group Limited (UOL) is a leading Singapore-listed property and hospitality group with total assets of about $20 billion. The Company has a diversified portfolio of development and investment properties, hotels and serviced suites in Asia, Oceania, Europe and North America. With a track record of over 50 years, UOL strongly believes in delivering product excellence and quality service in all its business ventures. UOL, through its hotel subsidiary Pan Pacific Hotels Group Limited, owns three acclaimed brands namely “Pan Pacific”, PARKROYAL COLLECTION and PARKROYAL. The Company’s Singapore-listed property subsidiary, Singapore Land Group Limited, owns an extensive portfolio of prime commercial assets and hotels in Singapore.