IHG Hotels and Resorts Brings Kimpton to Phang Nga, Expanding Luxury and Lifestyle Footprint in Thailand

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hotel companies, announced the signing of Kimpton Phang-Nga Natai Beach, a new-build resort, in partnership with Natai Venture Co., Ltd.

New Signing
- Hotel: Kimpton Phang-Nga Natai Beach
- Opening: 2028
- Keys: 150 guestrooms, suites, and villas
- Location: Natai Beach, Phang Nga (20 minutes from Phuket International Airport)

Resort Features
- Diverse dining concepts (all-day restaurants, beach & lobby bars)
- Spa, swimming pools, fitness centre, kids’ club
- Versatile function spaces for events
- Direct access to one of Thailand’s most pristine coastlines

Strategic Importance
- Strengthens IHG’s luxury lifestyle footprint in Thailand.
- Adds to Kimpton’s presence alongside Kimpton Kitalay Samui and Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok.
- Pipeline includes Bangkok, Chiang Rai, Hua Hin, Khao Yai, and Pattaya.
- Second IHG signing in Phang Nga after InterContinental Phang Nga Bay Resort.

Growth Outlook
- Supported by infrastructure investment and improving connectivity.
- Future boost from Andaman International Airport (Phang Nga), targeted for 2032.
- Reflects confidence in Phang Nga’s long-term tourism potential.

Leadership Voices
- IHG: Pathana Jitsaereetham emphasized expanding luxury and lifestyle choices in Thailand.
- Natai Venture: Directors Naphat Boontanonda and Titiwat Kuvijitsuwan highlighted Phang Nga’s natural appeal and the opportunity to create a world-class lifestyle resort.

This project positions Natai Beach as a new luxury lifestyle destination, blending design-led hospitality with authentic coastal experiences.