Thailand’s first voco hotel to debut on Surawong Road, bringing a new premium hospitality experience to Bangkok.
The new appointments include:
• Walid Ouezini as General Manager
• Wipusana Sriwieng as Director of Sales & Marketing
• Patthira “Anne” Weir as Director of Marketing Communications
This milestone marks the official debut of voco hotels in Thailand, adding a refreshing new premium hospitality option to Bangkok’s thriving hotel landscape.
voco Bangkok Surawong – A New Premium Hotel Experience in Bangkok
Located on the culturally rich Surawong Road, voco Bangkok Surawong offers a unique blend of Bangkok’s historic charm and modern city life. Guests will enjoy convenient access to the lively Silom district, creative enclaves, iconic landmarks, and nearby Sathorn and Siam Square.
The hotel will feature 244 contemporary guest rooms, stylish social spaces, and intuitive service that embodies voco’s hallmarks – “Come on in,” “Me time,” and “voco life.” With a balance of upscale comfort and relaxed sophistication, voco Bangkok Surawong will deliver an experience that is both familiar and refreshingly different.
Leadership Team Driving voco Bangkok Surawong
Walid Ouezini, General Manager
A seasoned hotelier from Tunisia, Walid brings extensive international experience across Asia, Europe, and North Africa. He has held senior leadership roles with Starwood Hotels & Resorts and Relais & Châteaux, and most recently served as Hotel Manager at voco Orchard Singapore, where he successfully launched IHG’s first voco hotel in Southeast Asia.
Walid is recognized for his people-first leadership style, commitment to operational excellence, and ability to deliver authentic guest experiences that reflect voco’s signature charm.
Wipusana Sriwieng, Director of Sales & Marketing
Wipusana brings proven expertise in revenue growth, market expansion, and strategic sales leadership. Having worked with leading international hotel brands, including Holiday Inn Bangkok Silom, she has a strong track record in building brand presence and driving results across corporate, leisure, and MICE markets.
Patthira “Anne” Weir, Director of Marketing Communications
Anne is an accomplished communications professional with senior roles at InterContinental Hotels & Resorts and The Peninsula Bangkok. Her expertise spans PR, brand strategy, and business development, with a reputation for enhancing brand visibility and engaging global audiences. She will be key in positioning voco Bangkok Surawong as a premium hospitality destination in Bangkok.
voco Hotels Expands into Thailand
Since its launch, voco hotels has experienced rapid global growth, with 100 properties open across 25 countries and nearly 100 more in the pipeline.
With the upcoming opening of voco Bangkok Surawong, voco becomes the tenth IHG brand in Thailand, joining a diverse portfolio that includes:
• Six Senses
• InterContinental Hotels & Resorts
• Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
• Vignette Collection
• Hotel Indigo
• Crowne Plaza
• Holiday Inn
• Holiday Inn Express
• Staybridge Suites
A New Era of Hospitality in Bangkok
“voco Bangkok Surawong marks an exciting new chapter—not just for IHG Hotels & Resorts, but also for the Bangkok hospitality scene,” said Walid Ouezini, General Manager. “Our vision is to create a vibrant and welcoming hub where both travelers and locals feel naturally at ease. Upscale yet unstuffy, voco is about genuine connections, warm hospitality, and a touch of surprise in every guest experience.”
As Bangkok continues to thrive as one of Asia’s top travel destinations, voco Bangkok Surawong promises to bring a new layer of premium, playful, and people-focused hospitality to the city.