Marriott International Inc announced the signing of a landmark agreement with Myanmar’s leading property developer, Yoma Land, to bring the wellness-centric Westin brand to Myanmar in late 2021. Under the agreement, the new-build Westin Yangon will feature 281 rooms and suites alongside 90 premium-serviced apartments with spectacular views overlooking downtown Yangon and the iconic Shwedagon Pagoda.
The 26-story hotel is being planned as a part of the Yoma Central integrated real estate development, which has been designed by acclaimed architect Cecil Balmond OBE. Upon completion in 2021, Yoma Central expects to be anchored by the restored former headquarters of the Burma Railway Company, one of Yangon’s oldest and most cherished colonial-era buildings. Yoma Central plans to also feature two Grade A office towers and a collection of luxury private homes, all of which will be connected seamlessly by a retail podium. Currently, Westin has more than 220 hotels in nearly 40 countries and territories, and is widely renowned as hospitality’s global leader in wellness for more than a decade.
“It’s an honor to work with Marriott International to introduce its Westin Hotels and Resorts brand to Myanmar. The Westin Yangon will be a great place for leisure and business travelers alike who will be able to enjoy the hotel’s world-class services and facilities. This is a significant moment in the Yoma Land strategy of seeking out the very best of international partners to reinforce our position as a leading developer in Myanmar,” said Stephen Purvis, Head of Yoma Land.
The Westin Yangon is strategically located close to the city’s attractions, including Sule Pagoda, Chinatown, Merchant Street and historical central business district. The area is located approximately 18 kilometers from Yangon International Airport.