Avani Khon Kaen Brings Isaan to Life with New Local Tours and Experiences

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October 9, 2025 — Avani Khon Kaen Hotel & Convention Centre has launched Isaan Encounters, a curated collection of Khon Kaen tours and activities showcasing the culture, cuisine, and nature of Thailand’s Northeast. Travelers can now join immersive local experiences ranging from exploring the colorful village murals of Ban Sawathi and learning to make traditional Isaan rice crackers, to kayaking on Phu Pha Man’s lagoons and watching the famous Khon Kaen bat cave spectacle at dusk.

Situated in the heart of Khon Kaen city, the commercial hub of Northeast Thailand, Avani Khon Kaen blends contemporary comfort with authentic Isaan culture. The hotel offers 196 rooms and suites styled with Northeastern Thai design touches, along with family-friendly and pet-friendly accommodation options.

Food experiences in Khon Kaen are a highlight of every stay. Guests can unlock special privileges at 10 must-visit restaurants in Khon Kaen simply by presenting their room key, making it easy to taste the city’s signature Isaan dishes. At the hotel’s own Ju Fang Chinese Restaurant, a new set menu combines local Khon Kaen ingredients with refined Hong Kong-style cooking. Standout dishes include lychee-wood roasted duck, braised beef tendon in tomato-worcestershire sauce and seasonal appetisers such as plum-marinated tomatoes and Chongqing-style cucumber salad. Each menu is served with ruby brown rice from Chum Phae and herbal chicken, ending with a dessert of purple sweet potato, pear and coconut paired with red tea.

For wellness seekers, AvaniSpa offers treatments inspired by Isaan traditions, including lemongrass oil massage therapies and restorative herbal teas. Active travelers and families can make the most of a large outdoor pool, mini water park with water scooters and a fully equipped fitness center.

The launch of Isaan Encounters positions Avani Khon Kaen as a leading gateway to Isaan, connecting visitors to authentic Khon Kaen tours, activities, and culinary experiences while delivering modern hospitality. The hotel is recognized with the 5-Star “Sustainability Star” Certification under the Sustainable Tourism Acceleration Rating (STAR) program by the Tourism Authority of Thailand, underscoring its commitment to responsible and sustainable travel.

Designed for today’s traveler, Avani Hotels & Resorts offers stylish rooms, connected social spaces and relaxed and on-the-go dining that is locally inspired. Balance is central to everything Avani does, providing guests with the right measure of service, fun and privacy. Launched in 2011, Avani’s over 40 properties across five continents offer premium city hotels, tropical resorts and retreats in nature with a focus on smart design, upbeat service and good value. 

Avani Hotels & Resorts is a Minor Hotels brand and recognizes its guests through one unified loyalty program, Minor DISCOVERY, part of GHA DISCOVERY. 

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