Dusit International appoints Marc Handl as Head of Flagship Dusit Thani Bangkok | News
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading integrated hospitality companies, has appointed Marc Handl as Managing Director of Dusit Thani Bangkok, the revamped luxury hotel overlooking Lumpini Park in central Bangkok, alongside Dusit Residences and Dusit Parkside, two upcoming luxury residential offerings managed by Dusit. All three are part of Dusit Central Park, one of the city’s flagship mixed-use projects, which also includes a shopping mall, an office tower and one of Thailand’s largest rooftop parks in the heart of the capital.
As a third-generation hotelier, Handl brings more than thirty years of international experience in luxury hotels, resorts and mixed-use developments. His career includes senior leadership roles at globally recognized brands including Park Hyatt, The Ritz-Carlton, Aman and Rosewood, with experience in Asia, the Middle East and the Americas.
With a professional base in the food and beverage sector, Handl combines strong operational expertise with commercial leadership in sales, marketing and multi-property management. His international upbringing and extensive experience in Asia support a culturally attuned leadership style tailored to the expectations of today’s global luxury traveler.
He joins Dusit from Abu Dhabi National Hotels, where he oversaw a portfolio of 15 properties across 10 international brands, further strengthening his expertise in multi-asset operations, asset management and brand positioning in complex, competitive markets.
His appointment comes at a crucial time for Dusit, as the company builds on the early success of its revamped flagship hotel, which reopened in September 2024 following a complete redevelopment that honors the rich heritage of the original property. Since then, it has already received a Michelin Key for its accommodations and service, and a Michelin star for its signature restaurant, Cannubi by Umberto Bombana.
Dusit is now preparing for the phased introduction of its branded residences, Dusit Residences and Dusit Parkside, in Dusit Central Park. These offer two different luxury living concepts within the same tower overlooking Lumpini Park, combining classic heritage-inspired luxury homes with a contemporary lifestyle-focused lifestyle. The transfer of units is expected to deliver significant value to the company.
“Bangkok has long been a city I have wanted to work in, so it is a true privilege to join Dusit and take on this role at such an important time for the company,” said Mr. Handl. “Dusit Thani Bangkok has a strong legacy, rooted in heritage and a distinct sense of identity, and I look forward to working with the team to further build its international profile while staying true to what makes Thai hospitality so distinctive. I am also excited to lead Dusit Residences and Dusit Parkside as they prepare to welcome their first residents and establish themselves among the city’s most distinctive new addresses.”
