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29 star hotels and resorts from Bangladesh participating in South Asian Travel Awards 2023

News Desk : dhakamirror.com

A total of 29 star hotels and resorts from Bangladesh have been nominated this year in the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) which is recognised by Bangladesh International Hotel Association (BIHA), said a press release.

The South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) is an annual competition that recognizes the achievements of the region’s travel and tourism industry.

SATA ensures the award process in a smooth and transparent process with the affiliation of regional associations. The South Asian Travel Awards is one of the most prestigious awards in the South Asian travel and tourism industry, with winners selected by a panel of hotel experts and tourism industry professionals.

Awards are given in various categories including Best Domestic Destination, Best International Destination, Best Adventure Destination and Best Emerging Destination. Awards are given in various categories with 45% marks through online voting and 55% marks through professional presentation to the Jury Board.

The Gala Night, the awards ceremony for SATA 2023, is scheduled to take place in October.

The award show is supported by more than 15 international and government organisations to promote tourism and hospitality in South Asia.

List of Participating Hotels/Resorts from Bangladesh:

Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka
The Westin Dhaka
InterContinental Dhaka
Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden
Amari Dhaka
Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan
Holiday Inn Dhaka City Centre
Best Western Plus Maple Leaf Hotel
Momo Inn Park & Resort
SAYEMAN BEACH RESORT
Best Western Plus® Maya
The Palace Luxury Resort
THE WAY DHAKA
Platinum Grand By SHELTECH
Platinum Residence By SHELTECH
Hotel Sarina Dhaka
Ocean Paradise Hotel & Resort
Hotel The Cox Today
Hotel Sea Crown
Lakeshore Hotel Gulshan
Long Beach Hotel
HANSA - A Premium Residence
Hotel Agrabad
Golden Tulip The Grand Mark-Dhaka
Six Seasons Hotel
Grand Sylhet Hotel & Resort
Radisson Blu Chattogram Bay View
DuSai Resort & Spa
Hotel Bengal Blueberry

This year, more than 500 properties from across South Asia have been nominated for the award, highlighting the increasingly competitive tourism industry in the region.

Public voting for the South Asian Travel Awards 2023 will be open until 15 July, 2023, at the official website: www.southasiantravelawards.com/vote – Press release

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