Dusit Princess Melaka celebrates grand opening
Dusit Princess Melaka, Dusit International's debut property in Malaysia, celebrated its official grand opening on 29 May 2025 — marking an exciting milestone in Melaka's evolving hospitality landscape and introducing a new standard of upscale Thai-inspired hospitality to the state. The hotel also unveiled one of the largest meeting and event spaces in Melaka, further enhancing the city's appeal as a regional MICE destination.
The grand opening comes at a pivotal moment for Melaka, which continues to experience strong tourism growth. In 2024, the city welcomed over 15 million visitors — a 74% increase year-on-year — reinforcing its emergence as one of Southeast Asia's most dynamic travel destinations. The Melaka State Government has extended its Visit Melaka Year campaign through 2026, aligning with the national Visit Malaysia 2026 initiative, which aims to attract 35.6 million tourist arrivals.
Strategically located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage City, the 296-room upscale Dusit Princess Melaka blends modern elegance with rich local heritage, offering guests unobstructed views of the city and the Straits of Melaka. With five-star facilities, contemporary comforts, and Dusit's signature brand of Thai-inspired gracious hospitality, the property brings a fresh and distinctive offering to the local hotel landscape — catering to the needs of today's business and leisure travellers while celebrating the cultural soul of Melaka.
Among its lifestyle facilities are the deepest swimming pool in the state, a fully equipped 24-hour gym, and distinctive dining venues, including Zest Restaurant, Long Feng Chinese Restaurant, and the vibrant Famosa Lounge.
Spanning 774 sq m and featuring full LED screen capabilities and versatile room configurations, the hotel's meeting and event space is tailored to meet the demands of high-profile conferences, weddings, and private events.
Guests also have access to a range of curated local experiences that offer an immersive journey through the city's sights, flavours, and culture.
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