

Dusit International has signed a partnership agreement with VillaCarte Group, a Phuket-based real estate development company with a diverse portfolio of villas, apartments, hotels, bars, and restaurants, to manage a dual-branded luxury hotel- Layan Verde project on the west coast of Phuket.
Located just 800 metres from Bang Tao Beach, where Dusit has operated the renowned Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket resort for over 30 years, Layan Verde spans over 108,000 square metres and comprises 15 mid-rise buildings carefully designed by architect Mohammed Adi, Chief Design Officer of Dewan Architects + Engineers, to seamlessly integrate with its natural surroundings.
Set over five buildings comprising 398 rooms, the Dusit Collection – Layan Verde hotel is the first property to be signe under Dusit’s new luxury Dusit Collection brand. This brand applies to luxury hotels in iconic destinations.
Dusit will also manage another five buildings comprising 388 rooms under Dusit Residences – Layan Verde. The Dusit Residences brand leverages Dusit’s rich experience in operating luxury hotels and resorts in key destinations around the globe to bring the same five-star levels of service to residents of luxury condominiums and apartments. Two projects are slate to open in 2027.
Cooperation strengthens hospitality in Phuket

Mr Siradej Donavanik, vice president – Global Development, Dusit International said “By combining Layan Verde’s stunning location and commitment to sustainable design with Dusit’s over 75 years of experience in Thai-inspired gracious hospitality,
we will create a truly world-class offering that caters to the discerning needs of locals, residents, guests, and investors alike. This project perfectly complements our existing Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket resort and further strengthens our commitment to providing exceptional hospitality experiences in Phuket.”
Mr Maxim Spiridonov, VillaCarte Group Co-CEO, said, “Dusit International is renowne for its gracious hospitality and expanding network of properties worldwide.
Collaborating with the company is the first step in our strategy of partnering with reputable global brands,
and we are confident Dusit’s expertise will help elevate Layan Verde to the level of a landmark project
and an iconic symbol of Phuket.”
VillaCarte Group Co-CEO, Vadym Bukhkalov, add, “Alongside Dusit’s renowned five-star standards of service
and growing global portfolio of Dusit Hotels and Resorts,
we were also impress by the size and scale of the upcoming Dusit Central Park project in Bangkok. Its design,
seamlessly integrating a luxury hotel and residences with sustainable features like a public roof park,
aligns perfectly with our own commitment to creating a harmonious blend of nature and contemporary luxury at Layan Verde.”

Dusit’s portfolio, 301 properties in 18 countries
Dusit’s portfolio now includes 301 properties operating across 18 countries,
including 57 properties operating under DusitHotels and Resorts and 244 luxury villas under Elite Havens,
the leading provider of luxury villa rentals in Asia, whichDusit acquired in September 2018. More than 60 DusitHotels and Resorts are in the pipeline.
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