Dusit International now accepts Alipay at its hotels and resorts in Thailand
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Dusit International, one of Thailand’s foremost hotel and property development companies, has rolled out Alipay at its hotels and resorts in Thailand to cater to Chinese travellers who prefer to make quick and secure payments via mobile.
With over 520 million users and counting, China-based Alipay is one of the world’s largest mobile payment platforms which allows its users to pay for goods and services by scanning QR codes on their smartphones or tablets. Its presence is ubiquitous in Chinese cities, where mobile payments are fast becoming a way of life.
Dusit International already accepts Alipay at all of its hotels and resorts in China. Alongside Thailand, it also plans to roll out the system at its international properties soon.
“The Chinese market is a key segment for our hotels in Thailand, so it is important our properties are equipped to meet the needs of those who prefer to pay via mobile, now the method of choice in China,” said Mr Lim Boon Kwee, Chief Operating Officer, Dusit International. “Alipay can certainly enrich and enhance the guest experience for all our Chinese travellers.”
Dusit Hotels & Resorts in Thailand now accept Alipay at their restaurants, spas, participating outlets, and for hotel rooms upon check-out. The properties also accept China’s other major mobile wallet, WeChat Pay.
Dusit properties in Thailand include Dusit Thani Bangkok, Dusit Thani Hua Hin, Dusit Thani Pattaya, Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket, Dusit Thani Beach Resort Krabi, dusitD2 Chiang Mai, dusitD2 Khao Yai, Dusit Princess Srinakarin Bangkok, and Dusit Princess Chiang Mai.
Alipay is operated by Ant Financial, an affiliate of Alibaba Group Holding Limited, a Chinese multinational e-commerce, retail, and technology conglomerate which is one of the top 10 most valuable companies in the world.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific services or facilities at Dusit International properties in Thailand now accept Alipay?
Which specific services or facilities at Dusit International properties in Thailand now accept Alipay?
Dusit Hotels & Resorts in Thailand now accept Alipay at their restaurants, spas, participating outlets, and for hotel rooms when guests check out.
Q.Has Dusit International previously accepted Alipay at any of its other properties outside of Thailand?
Has Dusit International previously accepted Alipay at any of its other properties outside of Thailand?
Yes, Dusit International already accepts Alipay at all of its hotels and resorts located in China. The company plans to roll out the system at other international properties soon.
Q.Which other major mobile payment platform from China is accepted at Dusit properties in Thailand?
Which other major mobile payment platform from China is accepted at Dusit properties in Thailand?
Alongside Alipay, Dusit properties in Thailand also accept WeChat Pay, which is identified as China's other major mobile wallet platform.
Q.What is the primary reason given by Dusit International for integrating Alipay into its Thai operations?
What is the primary reason given by Dusit International for integrating Alipay into its Thai operations?
Dusit International states the Chinese market is a key segment for its hotels in Thailand. Integrating Alipay ensures properties meet the needs of Chinese travellers who prefer mobile payments.
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