Best Western International is expanding its presence in Vietnam, with the signing of a new hotel in a new destination. Best Western Premier Indochine Palace is due to open in 4th Quarter 2011 in the historic city of Hue.

A property of elegance and grandeur, designed to reflect the romance of Indochine culture, Best Western Premier Indochine Palace is in the centre of the city and just 20 minutes from the international airport.

“As a tourist destination, Hue ranks highly on Vietnam’s ‘must-see’ list. Building on this already substantial appeal is the city’s growing national importance as a gateway linking provinces and cities in the north and south, as well as those in the East West Economic Corridor. Add to this equation both air and sea access, and the result is a strategic locale Best Western will soon proudly include among its Asian destinations” said Best Western International’s Vice President International Operations - Asia & the Middle East, Glenn de Souza.

The 222 guestrooms at Best Western Premier Indochine Palace boasts the subdued elegance of an Indochine noble house. The Palace Floors boast lounges administered by butlers and the rooms themselves feature an extended living room perfect for entertaining. The Indochine Club Suites offer added luxury and the Celadon floors are essentially a hotel-within-a-hotel, with own check-in and luxury lounge.

Facilities include a stunning swimming pool, sundeck with cabana day rooms, the restaurants La Brasserie and Le Petit Cafe, a lobby lounge, spa and gymnasium, executive lounge and 15 function rooms including Le Grand Salon with a capacity of 400 people banquet style. The hotel is set within lush gardens and its grass lawns offer the opportunity for archery, croquet, badminton and Tai-chi. Within a comfortable walk of the hotel is a department store.

Located in central Vietnam on the banks of the Perfume River, the ancient royal city of Hue abounds in history and culture, among its attractions being two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, numerous historical monuments and French-style buildings.