In celebration of its reopening on 27th September, the Dusit Thani Bangkok presents a new episodic documentary titled An Icon Reimagined: The Docuseries.

Essentially a chronicle of the hotel’s path to redevelopment over the past five years, the series was launched with an official teaser last 3rd September. 

Running at ten episodes, the documentary highlights the new hotel’s meticulous development process, offering an intimate look at the vision and dedication passed down through generations. It will culminate in the 50-year-old hotel’s much-anticipated reopening in a new, reimagined form.

As of press time, the first episode of An Icon Reimagined: The Docuseries is now available for viewing via Dusit Thani Bangkok’s official Facebook page and Dusit International’s YouTube channel. New chapters will be released every Tuesday throughout September.

The story of an icon

Dusit International vice-chairman Chanin Donavanik said: “When talking about the Dusit Thani Bangkok, many people think about my mother, Thanpuying Chanut Piyaoui, who built the original hotel following her vision to uniquely deliver gracious Thai hospitality to the world.

Indeed, when the hotel was initially built by his mother, people questioned the strange building that was rising in the city skyline. This was because it looked neither Thai nor Western in terms of its architectural style. However, as the years passed, Dusit Thani Bangkok established its own unique identity and personality, becoming one of Bangkok’s most iconic landmarks. 

Donavanik added: “The new Dusit Thani Bangkok continues [my mother’s] vision to create a recognised landmark in Thailand, reflecting the nation’s culture while delivering service and hospitality with true Thai heart and soul.”