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For
the first time in its history, Kempinski
Hotels, Europe’s oldest luxury hotel company, is venturing into Vietnam
with an exquisite waterfront hideaway nestled in the folds of the Saigon River.
Designed by acclaimed architectural studio Kengo Kuma & Associates, Kempinski
Saigon River reimagines traditional Vietnamese vernacular architecture
with an ultra-modern twist through a collection of 100 guestrooms and suites
that blend heritage with modern luxury.
The
hotel is set to open by the end of 2026 and is currently being developed in
cooperation with visionary Vietnamese property developer Ecopark Corporation,
which owns other luxury hotels across Vietnam and has a portfolio of highly
successful real estate projects that include residences, schools, retail and
universities.
“Kempinski
has been present in Asia since 1992, but we are extremely proud to be now
entering the exciting market of Vietnam with this truly unique hotel,” says
René Nijhof, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Kempinski Hotels S.A.
“Inspired by the spectacular cultural and natural landscape of southern
Vietnam, Kengo Kuma & Associates has reimagined life on the river. Together
with the presence of Ecopark Corporation, we are redefining riverside luxury
for a new generation of travellers who demand authenticity and heartfelt local
experiences.”
Evoking
the emerald rice paddies and riverside dwellings of Vietnam, Kempinski Saigon
River presents a modern reinterpretation of traditional Vietnamese dwellings.
Old-world charm meets contemporary luxury in the 90 guestrooms, which start
from 65 sq m and afford expansive views of the river that embraces the
property, while 10 suites including a spectacular Presidential Suite offer
next-level luxury for the most discerning guests.
Visitors
will wake to the gentle murmur of the river, whose timeless flow will also
provide the backdrop to spectacular waterfront events and weddings at the
hotel’s elegant venues. Landscaping by Bangkok-based landscape architecture and
design studio PLA will follow the gentle curves of the river and perpendicular
canal, with bridges, ponds and manicured gardens creating a seamless connection
to nature throughout the hotel.
Travellers
will be able to ease away the rigours of travel at the 1,500-sq-m Resense Spa,
a tranquil haven of wellbeing where local remedies and ingredients are
incorporated into immersive wellness journeys, and feast on local flavours at a
collection of dining venues including all-day dining and a signature Vietnamese
restaurant, as well as a riverside bar and Executive Lounge.
Situated
in Dong Nai on the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City, Kempinski Saigon River is
part of a broader 55-hectare development that will also be home to residences,
schools, a sports club and retail areas along 700 metres of riverfront,
connected to Ho Chi Minh City via a 45-minute speedboat ride.
“As
Europe’s oldest hotel company and one of the most respected luxury hospitality
brands in the world, we are thrilled to be working with Kempinski to turn this
vision into a reality, providing a new interpretation of luxury living for
future generations of visitors and residents,” said Trung T. Luong, Vice
Chairman of the owning company.
Dong
Nai itself is currently undergoing a major infrastructure expansion and
improvement project designed to reduce travel times and foster economic growth,
including improvements to the road and railway networks, improved waterways and
a new airport. Currently under construction, Long Thanh International Airport
will be among the largest in the world when complete, with a capacity for up to
100 million passengers per year.
Image
Credit: © Kempinski Hotels
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