BEST WESTERN PREMIER The Haven, Ipoh, Malaysia - Bedroom — Photo by BWH Hotels
BEST WESTERN PREMIER The Haven, Ipoh, Malaysia - Kids Pool — Photo by BWH Hotels
BEST WESTERN PREMIER The Haven, Ipoh, Malaysia — Photo by BWH Hotels
Best Western International NEW

Bangkok -- Best Western International has unveiled a stunning new luxury resort

in Malaysia, which is set to showcase the group's environmental credentials.

Nestled among the lush jungle-clad hills of the Malay Peninsula, BEST WESTERN PREMIER The

Haven, Ipoh, is quite literally a "haven" for nature lovers and those in search of place to unwind, away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The resort will offer just 100 luxurious rooms and suites, all with flat-screen TVs and complimentary

Wi-Fi. It will also feature an extensive array of leisure facilities, including a spectacular four-level lagoon-style swimming pool, tropical gardens, a jogging track, barbecue and picnic areas, a gymnasium, badminton and tennis courts, a children's playground, café and restaurant.

And in keeping with the resort's natural landscape, BEST WESTERN PREMIER The Haven, Ipoh, also

showcases impressive environmental credentials. It is one of the first properties in Malaysia to use 100 percent renewable energy, by harnessing the power of the wind and sun. The resort also harvests rainwater to use elsewhere in the property.

"We are delighted to have been entrusted with the running of this stunning, environmentally-friendly

resort," said Glenn de Souza, Best Western's Vice President of International Operations for Asia & Middle East.

"BEST WESTERN PREMIER The Haven, Ipoh, really does offer what its name suggests: a blissful

haven of peace and tranquility set among the ancient jungles of Ipoh. Guests can indulge in a vast range of leisure pursuits, including jogging, walking and racket sports, or simply relax and unwind in the resort's stunning swimming pools.

"And the resort's excellent energy-saving initiatives mean guests will have peace of mind, knowing

their stay is in balance and harmony with the surrounding environment," Mr. de Souza added.

BEST WESTERN PREMIER The Haven, Ipoh, will become Best Western's fourth hotel in Malaysia,

following existing properties in Kuala Lumpur, Kota Kinabalu and Sandakan. But the company is planning a major expansion across the country in the coming months and years, with new hotels scheduled to open in Melaka, Port Klang, Shah Alam, Petaling Jaya and the Genting Highlands, as well as two more properties in KL.

ABOUT BEST WESTERN INTERNATIONAL

Best Western International is 'THE

WORLD'S LARGEST HOTEL CHAIN®', comprising more than 4,000* independently owned and operated hotels in 100* countries and territories worldwide. Offering three distinct brand levels - midscale BEST WESTERN, upscale BEST WESTERN PLUS and luxury BEST WESTERN PREMIER - the company is able to cater for the needs of any business or leisure traveler. Best Western first launched in Asia & the Middle East in 2001 and now covers 27* countries in the region. For hotel owners, Best Western offers a broad range of operational support, including sales, marketing and distribution, with online, mobile and social media booking capabilities. The award-winning Best Western Rewards® guest loyalty program also has 15 million members. For more information or to make a reservation, please visit www.bestwesternasia.com.

*Numbers are approximate and can fluctuate.

Vick Sriprapat
+662 656 1260
BWH Hotels