Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok Offers Nostalgic Jim Thompson Package

  • December 19, 2012
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok Offers Nostalgic Jim Thompson Package
Jim Thompson was the in-residence Director of The Oriental Hotel (as the property was originally called) in 1948, the same year he founded the world renowned Jim Thompson Thai Silk Company. With this unique package, guests will experience a luxurious stay, combined with an inspiring visit and bespoke guided tour of the Jim Thompson House. After a taste of Thai history at his home, guests can enjoy a relaxing Thai massage at the award-winning Oriental Spa and a sumptuous Thai Set Dinner, followed by a spectacular Classical Dance Show at the hotel's Sala Rim Naam Restaurant. A delightful Jim Thompson Thai Silk gift will be provided to take home as a memento.

“We are delighted to offer this distinctive package that allows guests to learn more about this American icon. Jim Thompson is one of the most popular legends of Asia, and we are proud to state that he had a very close affinity with the rich history of our hotel and with Thailand,” said Amanda Hyndman, General Manager. “The package also provides a taste of the hotel's most celebrated traditions from dining to well-being,” she added.

The Jim Thompson 45th Anniversary Package is valid from Jan. 6 through March 31, 2013, with rates from $534 or $628 (dependent upon single or double occupancy) per room per night.

The package includes:

- Minimum three consecutive nights' stay in a Superior Room (single or double occupancy)
- Daily buffet breakfast for two
- Visit to the Jim Thompson House in hotel limousine (two-hour use)
- Bespoke guided tour of the Jim Thompson House
- One 60-minute Thai Massage at the Oriental Spa for two
- Set Dinner at Sala Rim Naam Thai Restaurant for two
- One Jim Thompson Thai Silk gift (per room per stay)
- Personal butler service

For reservations, please visit www.mandarinoriental.com/Bangkok, contact Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok at +66 (2) 659 9000 ext. Reservations or email: mobkk-reservations@mohg.com.

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