A proposed internationally branded five-star hotel and resort near Payra Sea Port in Kalapara, Patuakhali — designed for business, MICE, premium leisure and project-related stays.
Crowne Plaza Payra is a proposed internationally branded five-star hotel and resort development of NPM Payra Hotel & Resorts Ltd., a concern of Marium Group. The project is strategically located near Payra Sea Port in Kalapara, Patuakhali, one of Bangladesh’s emerging maritime, industrial and infrastructure development zones.
The project has been conceived to address the growing demand for internationally managed upscale accommodation, business facilities, meetings and events infrastructure, and leisure hospitality services in southern Bangladesh. Its location near Payra Port, major power and infrastructure projects, industrial developments and the riverfront landscape creates a unique opportunity to serve both business and leisure markets.
The hotel will operate under the globally recognised Crowne Plaza brand of InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG). It is intended to combine international hospitality standards with modern architecture, advanced building systems, strong business and MICE facilities, and resort-style recreational amenities.
The feasibility study concludes that the project has promising market potential, operational feasibility and favourable long-term financial prospects. It identifies growing demand from corporate travellers, port and project-related professionals, domestic and international tourists, families and premium leisure guests.
To become the leading internationally branded business and leisure hospitality destination in southern Bangladesh, supporting the economic transformation of the Payra region and establishing Crowne Plaza Payra as a landmark hotel of national and international significance.
To deliver world-class accommodation, meetings, dining, recreation and guest services through the globally recognised Crowne Plaza brand, while creating sustainable value for guests, investors, employees, local communities and other stakeholders.
Crowne Plaza Payra intends to integrate sustainability into its design, construction and operations through:
The project aims to contribute positively to the surrounding communities through:
The project intends to maintain strong governance through:
The feasibility study found strong demand for upscale accommodation, favourable operating potential and opportunities for cost optimisation and risk mitigation.
| Room Type | Number |
|---|---|
| Presidential Suite | 1 |
| Junior Suite | 21 |
| King Deluxe | 130 |
| Deluxe Twin | 129 |
| Executive Suite | 20 |
| Day Room | 1 |
| Total | 302 |
The feasibility study identifies an increasing demand for premium accommodation in the Payra region, particularly from business professionals, corporate travellers and upscale leisure visitors.
The development of Payra Port and associated industrial, power, transport and infrastructure projects is expected to generate accommodation, dining, meeting and long-stay demand.
The report further notes that Bangladesh’s tourism and hospitality sector has significant growth potential. Improvements in infrastructure, transport, branded accommodation and tourism services can support higher domestic and international visitor demand.
