Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok Welcomes Paul Jones as General Manager
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok welcomes back Paul Jones as General Manager nearly two decades after his tenure as Hotel Manager, as the hotel marks its 150th anniversary.
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Jones as General Manager, marking a return to the hotel where he first joined Mandarin Oriental more than two decades ago.
Jones previously served as Hotel Manager at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok from 2005 to 2008. His appointment comes as the legendary hotel celebrates its 150th anniversary, a milestone in the history of one of the world's most celebrated hotels.
Returning to Bangkok after senior leadership roles across Asia and Europe, Jones brings extensive international experience within Mandarin Oriental. His career has included General Manager appointments at Mandarin Oriental, Singapore; Mandarin Oriental, Taipei; Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo; and most recently Mandarin Oriental, Geneva.
"It is a great privilege to return to Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, a hotel that holds many special memories for me and has played an important part in my journey with the Group," said Jones.
"Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is one of the world's truly iconic hotels, celebrated for its rich heritage, timeless elegance and exceptional people. I look forward to working alongside our talented colleagues as we continue to create memorable experiences for our guests and honour the hotel's remarkable legacy."
Jones brings more than three decades of hospitality experience spanning Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Prior to joining Mandarin Oriental, he served as General Manager of The Oberoi Rajvilas and The Oberoi Vanyavilas in Rajasthan. Earlier in his career, he held a variety of leadership positions in the Middle East and London.
About Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok
Built in 1876 and ideally located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok has been delighting guests ever since. The 331-room hotel has been an inspiration to a host of world-renowned writers from Joseph Conrad, Somerset Maugham to Barbara Cartland, after whom many of the suites are named. The hotel presents 11 restaurants and bars, from traditional Thai cuisine to Michelin-starred French fine dining at Le Normandie. Private shuttle boats provide access to The Oriental Thai Cooking School, Sala Rim Naam and Terrace Rim Naam, the hotel's Thai restaurants, award-winning The Oriental Spa and Fitness & Wellness Centre located across the River; as well as the nearest sky train station (Saphan Taksin) and ICONSIAM, Thailand's latest and largest shopping mall, and home to The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok....- Continue reading (Members Only) - Unlock Advantages with a LHN Membership - Read more here
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