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Urban luxury destination Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort announced that Michael Parker was appointed as its general manager as of 2nd September.
In his new post, Parker will be guiding the next chapter of the resort’s history, enhancing its reputation as a destination for immersive luxury and holistic wellness.
Minor Hotels’ vice-president of operations in Asia Nicholas Smith said of Parker: “Michael has proven himself to be a dynamic and inspiring leader, with an exceptional ability to bring out the best in his teams and deliver meaningful results. His success in the Maldives and deep international experience make him the ideal candidate to lead one of our flagship properties in Bangkok. We are confident that under his leadership, Anantara Riverside will continue to set new benchmarks for excellence in urban resort hospitality.”
Parker himself remarked: “It is a privilege to lead Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort. This property holds a special place in Bangkok’s hospitality landscape, and I look forward to working alongside the talented team to continue crafting transformative experiences and building on the resort’s legacy of excellence.”
The art of immersive luxury
Parker will lead a comprehensive renovation of its food and beverage outlets, including Sala Lakorn, Spice Market, and Brio.
These signature restaurants will be reimagined to deliver a vibrant culinary experience within one of Bangkok’s only urban resorts.
At the same time, the new general manager is committed to expanding the resort’s wellness offerings through enhancements to the Anantara Wellness programme.
Guests will discover bespoke wellness journeys that blend time-honoured rituals with advanced medical therapies to restore balance and vitality.
Whether through tailored detox plans, elevated fitness regimens, or rejuvenating medical spa therapies, Anantara Wellness empowers guests to embrace optimal health and leave feeling renewed and inspired.
Meet Michael Parker
Parker brings over 20 years of leadership experience in luxury hospitality to his new role in Bangkok, including high-profile positions across the UK, China, Cambodia, and the Maldives.
He joined Minor Hotels in 2023 as complex general manager, overseeing three of the group’s resorts in the Maldives: Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort, Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, and Naladhu Private Island Maldives.
During his tenure, Parker led the US$50 million transformation of the resorts, elevating operations, guest satisfaction, and service delivery.
His leadership in the Maldives earned him the distinction of ‘General Manager of the Year – Asia award’ at the 2025 Minor Awards of Excellence.
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