Accor, the largest international hotel operator in Thailand announced today the opening of Novotel Bangkok Fenix Silom. Conveniently located in Silom Road, one of the most vibrant areas in Bangkok, the hotel is within walking distance of Silom Road shopping and night life and easy access to the Skytrain linking the key tourist areas of the city.

"We are delighted to welcome this newest Novotel to the network and into what is one of Thailand's most recognised hotel brands. This hotel is now the ninth Novotel in Thailand" said Paul Stevens, Director of Operations - Accor Thailand, "Novotel Bangkok Fenix Silom is the third hotel with our partner FICO Corporation of Thailand." added Mr Stevens.

Novotel Bangkok Fenix Silom features "The Square" a 122-seat all-day dining restaurant, the "Blue Sapphire" lobby lounge, "Gems Caf�" sidewalk caf�, the "Premier Executive Club" lounge, a fitness centre, swimming pool, business centre and a shopping arcade. Wireless and wired high-speed Internet access is available throughout all areas of the hotel. A signature item for Novotel is the "Web Corner on a Mac," where guests can surf the web and check emails on the Apple iMacs which are installed in the hotel lobby for use by guests on a complimentary basis.

This 20-story hotel features the Novotel brand's "NEXT" room design in all 216 guest rooms and suites including 34 Premier Executive Rooms which provide guests access to a private lounge and additional privileges.

With a prime location on Silom Road in the heart of Bangkok, Novotel Bangkok Fenix Silom is a stone's throw from Bangkok's main water artery the Chao Phraya River, providing a unique and efficient way to explore fascinating sights such as Wat Po, Wat Arun as well as the famous Grand Palace. The hotel also provides complimentary shuttle service to and from the BTS Skytrain stations for guest convenience.

Accor currently operates 83 Novotels throughout Asia Pacific.

The Novotel Brand Novotel, with its fundamental values of modernity, good design, simplicity and efficiency, will make all travellers feel naturally at home. With an ideal solution for small and medium meetings, and a strong commitment of family-oriented services and facilities, Novotel hotels cater to the requirement of all guests, both business and leisure alike.

Located in the hearts of major international cities, business districts and tourist destinations, Novotel hotels throughout the world will provide customers with the same high level of comfort, relaxation and well being, ensuring the best hospitality experience.

Special Novotel Bangkok Fenix Silom introductory rate:

Novotel Bangkok Fenix Silom is offering a special introductory:

Introductory Rate Room rate: 1,999 Baht ++ per room per night Room type: Standard Validity: September 15 - December 31, 2010

Bookings and inquiries to www.novotel.com

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About Novotel As the mid-scale hotel brand within the Accor group portfolio, Novotel offers close to 400 hotels and resorts in 60 countries, situated in the centre of major international cities from business districts to tourist destinations. Novotel's consistently high standard of service contributes to the wellbeing of both business and leisure travellers: think spacious, modular- design guestrooms, balanced cuisine available 24/7, excellent meeting facilities, attentive staff, dedicated children's areas and rejuvenating wellness facilities. The Novotel group is a pioneer in sustainable development and all Novotel hotels participate in the Green Globe worldwide environmental certification programme. More information at Novotel.com.

About Accor Accor, the world's leading hotel operator and market leader in Europe, is present in 90 countries with 4,100 hotels and close to 500,000 rooms. Accor's broad portfolio of hotel brands - Sofitel, Pullman, MGallery, Novotel, Suite Novotel, Mercure, Adagio, ibis, all seasons, Etap Hotel, Formule 1, hotelF1 and Motel 6, and its related activities, Thalassa sea & spa, and Len�tre - provide an extensive offer from luxury to budget. With 145,000 employees worldwide, the Group offers to its clients and partners nearly 45 years of know-how and expertise.

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Evan Lewis VP Communications - Asia Pacific T: +65 6408 8888 E: Evan.LEWIS@accor.com