Hotels near stadium packed thanks to Blackpink concerts

Blackpink’s upcoming “Deadline” concerts in Bangkok are expected to drive full occupancy at hotels near Rajamangala Stadium, in line with Thailand’s growing “gig tripping” trend, where up to 40% of the crowds attending music events can consist of foreign attendees.

- MOLPASORN SHOOWONG

Piti Kuakiatngam, general manager of Alexander Hotel Bangkok, said his 300-room hotel had already gained a 90% occupancy rate during Blackpink World Tour concerts on Oct 24-26, reflecting strong demand among concertgoers.

During periods when large events are held at Rajamangala Stadium, hotels located near the venue are able to maintain high room rates without discounting, he said.

Alexander Hotel has also been able to sell its rooms during periods when such events are held at a higher rate than during regular weekdays and weekends. It also reserves a number of rooms for walk-in guests on concert days.

Most of its bookings during the Blackpink concerts derived from foreign markets, such as China, Japan and South Korea.

Mr Piti said concerts and festivals typically benefit hotels located near the location of such events, just as Alexander Hotel had attracted additional bookings from those attending events at Rajamangala Stadium and the Mall Bangkapi.