A few words about your business in Myanmar and the sector you are working in?

Grand Mercure Yangon Golden Empire is the first Grand Mercure brand in Myanmar by AccorHotels. 

We offer 175 rooms ranging from 30 sqm to 340 sqm, meeting and event venues and a wide variety of gastronomic flavours including Halal food.  

The property is situated near Dagon Industrial Zone and is an exciting gateway to this country of incredible beauty with rich culture rapidly emerging into the modern world.

What is your company’s strategy in Myanmar?

The Grand Mercure brand stands out for being a refined and authentic upscale brand of more than 20 years. Deep rooted in its destination, Grand Mercure provides immersive and elegant cultural experiences through rich narratives of our warm and engaging staff, the experience of highly nuanced traditions and the universal sense of upscale hospitality. We preserve and respect the local sensibilities and traditional codes of hospitality, making Grand Mercure experience a cultural touchstone in Myanmar. Grand Mercure offers authentic, high-quality experiences that connect guests to the locale while keeping everything elegant and inviting to make sure guests feel welcome.

What improvements have you seen in your industry in last few months?

Myanmar’s economy has so much room to grow not only for the hospitality industry but other sectors as well. As the country continues to develop in areas such as manufacturing, energy, garment, healthcare and education, the potential of the country as a destination for tourism and business is promising. Yangon’s developments from domestic and foreign investments continue to support hospitality businesses like ours.

What are the key messages you would like to share with our members regarding the business environment in Myanmar?

Although the businesses, in general, continue to face challenges, we have to maintain positive business outlook and take part in creating a sustainable business climate.

The changes in the local market behaviour present businesses a great opportunity to develop and expand businesses. Undoubtedly, Myanmar’s potential as a destination for tourism and business will continue to grow.

What is your motto?

Grand Mercure, Bringing Stories to Life