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Ho Chi Minh City, 9 July 2021 – CapitaLand’s wholly owned lodging business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott), has opened its new property, Somerset Feliz Ho Chi Minh City at Feliz en Vista. This is the fifth Somerset property to be introduced and managed by Ascott in Ho Chi Minh City. Nestled in Thanh My Loi ward and in the centre of Thu Duc City, the entire Feliz en Vista project offers 973 residential units and the newly launched Somerset tower comprises 154 apartments. The property is closely connected to an array of business and office buildings, international schools, cultural and entertainment options such as The Factory Contemporary Art Centre, MM Mega Market, The American School, Victoria Healthcare. The serviced residence is also within easy reach to tranquil Thao Dien area and other neighboring districts including District 1, District 7, and nearby industrial parks in Dong Nai province, Binh Duong province, and Vung Tau city.

Mr Wyeren Yap, General Manager (South Vietnam) of CapitaLand Vietnam said: “The launch of Somerset Feliz Ho Chi Minh City at Feliz en Vista is a testament to the team’s hard work as well as reinforcing CapitaLand's commitment in creating high-quality properties and building a modern residential community. As the first Somerset-branded serviced residence property in Thanh My Loi - the new urban area converging a breakthrough in infrastructure and civilized community, Somerset Feliz Ho Chi Minh City possesses outstanding advantages with top-notch facilities and service quality which will take the customers’ experience to the next level. The development promises to be an ideal destination for those who are looking for a high-class, comfortable and safe place to stay.”

Ascott’s launch of its tenth Somerset residence in Vietnam, together with recent new management contracts reinforce Ascott’s position as the largest international lodging owner-operator in Vietnam with a portfolio of over 7,600 units across 31 properties in 10 cities. In addition to the gateway cities of Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, Ascott also has properties in cities such as Binh Duong, Cam Ranh, Danang, Hai Phong, Halong City, Hoi An, Nha Trang and Vung Tau.

Ms. Lew Yen Ping, Ascott’s Regional General Manager for Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar, said: “Somerset Feliz Ho Chi Minh City will provide corporate travelers, executives and families an inspired living experience where they can immerse in the local culture while enjoying all the comforts of home. Guests can be assured that they will experience a consistent, quality Ascott hospitality reflecting a sense of place, all combined with a personal touch.”

Ms. Lew added: “Ascott’s serviced residences have remained resilient amid the pandemic. We continue to be the preferred choice of accommodation by providing a safe haven for our guests who have placed their trust in Ascott.”   

Somerset Feliz Ho Chi Minh City with its unique and spectacular design brings the feeling of a luxury resort in the heart of the city. The property exudes a warm community atmosphere that combines the finest amenities and lavish interiors, offering apartments ranging from one bedroom to four-bedroom that can accommodate from two to a group of eight. All apartments are fully furnished with a range of modern amenities, including a fully equipped kitchenette and spacious balcony overlooking the Saigon River or bustling Ho Chi Minh City. Guests can freely enjoy the 50m-long swimming pool, gym, relax at the spa tub, tennis court or explore Ho Chi Minh City through programs exclusively for residents. 

Somerset Feliz Ho Chi Minh City is proud to be part of Feliz en Vista, the eighth residential project of CapitaLand in Vietnam developed by CapitaLand and Thien Duc. Feliz en Vista has won several prestigious international awards, including the “Residential High-Rise Development for Vietnam” award at the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2017 and “Best Condo Architectural Design” and “Best Condo Landscape Architectural Design” at the PropertyGuru Vietnam Property Awards 2017. It is also the first residential project of CapitaLand Vietnam to be awarded Green Mark Gold certification by the Building and Construction Authority of Singapore.

Enjoy inspired living today at Somerset Feliz Ho Chi Minh City. For inquiries and reservations, please visit www.discoverasr.com, call (84-28) 3952 9595 or email enquiry.hochiminh@the-ascott.com.

About CapitaLand Limited (www.capitaland.com)

CapitaLand Limited (CapitaLand) is one of Asia’s largest diversified real estate groups. Headquartered and listed in Singapore, it owns and manages a global portfolio worth about S$138.7 billion as at 30 June 2021. CapitaLand’s portfolio spans across diversified real estate classes which includes commercial, retail; business park, industrial and logistics; integrated development, urban development; as well as lodging and residential.  With a presence across more than 250 cities in over 30 countries, the Group focuses on Singapore and China as its core markets, while it continues to expand in markets such as India, Vietnam, Australia, Europe and the USA.

CapitaLand has one of the largest real estate investment management businesses globally. It manages six listed real estate investment trusts (REITs) and business trusts as well as over 20 private funds. CapitaLand launched Singapore’s first REIT in 2002 and today, its stable of REITs and business trusts comprises CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust, Ascendas Real Estate Investment Trust, Ascott Residence Trust, CapitaLand China Trust, Ascendas India Trust and CapitaLand Malaysia Mall Trust.

CapitaLand places sustainability at the core of what it does. As a responsible real estate company, CapitaLand contributes to the environmental and social well-being of the communities where it operates, as it delivers long-term economic value to its stakeholders.

About CapitaLand Vietnam (www.capitaland.com/vn)

CapitaLand Vietnam is a business unit of CapitaLand, one of Asia’s largest diversified real estate groups. After 27 years of operation in Vietnam, CapitaLand’s portfolio in Vietnam comprises two integrated developments, over 7,100 quality homes across 14 residential developments, one retail mall as well more than 9,800 lodging units in over 30 properties across 12 cities - Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Hai Phong, Halong, Hoi An, Danang, Binh Duong, Cam Ranh, Nha Trang, Vung Tau, Lao Cai and Sa Pa.

In line with CapitaLand’s credo ‘Building People. Building Communities.’, the Group is committed to contribute to the Vietnamese economy by seeking opportunities to expand its presence in the country. CapitaLand will also continue to hire and nurture a strong local team, exchange knowledge and skills with local partners, and contribute to the local communities’ underprivileged children and environment through corporate social responsibility efforts. CapitaLand Hope Foundation, the philanthropic arm of CapitaLand, has been donating to build four CapitaLand Hope Schools for underprivileged children in Phu Tho, Long An and Hung Yen Province.

About The Ascott Limited (www.the-ascott.com)

The Ascott Limited is a Singapore company that has grown to be one of the leading international lodging owner-operators. Ascott’s portfolio spans more than 190 cities across over 30 countries in Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the USA.

Ascott has more than 70,000 operating units and about 51,000 units under development, making a total of more than 121,000 units in over 770 properties.

The company’s serviced apartment, co-living and hotel brands include Ascott The Residence, The Crest Collection, Somerset, Quest, Citadines, lyf, Préférence, Vertu, Harris, Citadines Connect, Fox, Yello, Fox Lite and POP!.

Ascott’s loyalty programme, Ascott Star Rewards, offers exclusive benefits to its members when they book directly with Ascott for their stays at its participating properties.

Ascott, a wholly owned subsidiary of CapitaLand Limited, pioneered Asia Pacific's first international class serviced apartment with the opening of The Ascott Singapore in 1984. Today, the company boasts over 30 years of industry track record and award-winning brands that enjoy recognition worldwide.

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