B2B bedbank Hotelbeds has announced a distribution agreement with Singapore-based residence and hotel operator Ascott.
As per the new agreement announced by Hotelbeds, 160 properties operated by Ascott will gain access to more than 60,000 travel trade buyers through Hotelbeds sales channels.
These 160 properties include Ascott’s residences and hotel brands such as Ascott The Residence, The Crest Collection, Somerset, Citadines, lyf by Ascott and Citadines Connect.
Through the partnership, the inventory owned by Ascott will be offered for sale in both wholesale and retail (Bedsonline) sales channels of Hotelbeds.
Jorge Cortés, Global Sourcing Director at Hotelbeds commented: “Ascott has become a leading international lodging owner-operator globally. So at Hotelbeds we are very proud to partner with them and expand our offering in Asia Pacific, Central Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Turkey and USA. Ascott’s serviced residence and hotels include well-known brands such as Ascott The Residence, The Crest Collection, Somerset, Quest and Citadines. I am certain that our 60,000 travel trade clients – all of whom mostly offer international, high value guests – will be very excited to gain access to special rates and availability from across Ascott’s portfolio.”
Doreen Tan, Vice President, Sales & Distribution at The Ascott Limited, added: “Ascott’s continued partnership with Hotelbeds gives us access to an extensive B2B distribution network worldwide, expanding our reach to more international high-value guests. This complements our efforts to build on Ascott’s strong base of long-stay and corporate guests, and to capture accommodation demand from domestic travellers. Guests appreciate our award-winning hospitality as well as the comfort, privacy and value we provide through our spacious apartments with separate living areas, bedrooms and well-equipped kitchens. Ascott continues to place the well-being of our guests as a priority and guests can have peace of mind when staying with us. We look forward to welcoming these guests through our doors.”
