Kempinski Hotel chooses Ecovillage Saigon River as its first destination in Vietnam

The founder of Ecopark and the Kempinski hotel brand signed a cooperation agreement to create and operate the first 5-star resort in Vietnam - Kempinski Saigon River, on the afternoon of April 28.

The signing ceremony took place at the Ecovillage Saigon River project with the presence of representatives from both sides and the design unit Kengo Kuma & Associates. Kempinski Saigon River is expected to cover an area of up to 11 hectares, running 700 meters along the Saigon River. The highlight of the hotel complex is the architecture inspired by the green rice fields and riverside houses of the Vietnamese.

Upon completion, the resort complex is expected to offer modern spaces inside traditional Vietnamese houses. The total capacity is up to 90 hotel rooms with a 360-degree view of the river and a green space with a density of up to 170 trees/person. 10 luxury hotel rooms including the Presidential Suite also promise to provide classy services and spaces for high-class guests.

(From left to right) Mr. Marcin Sapecta - Deputy General Director of Kengo Kuma & Associates, Representative of Ecopark founder (name added), Mr. Manish Nambiar - General Manager of Siam Kempinski Bangkok Hotel, at the signing ceremony on the afternoon of April 28 at Ecovillage Saigon River. Photo: Source (check standing position and photo source) — (From left to right) Mr. Marcin Sapecta - Deputy General Director of Kengo Kuma & Associates, Mr. Mads Werner - Investment Director of Ecovillage Saigon River, Mr. Manish Nambiar - General Director of Siam Kempinski Bangkok Hotel, at the signing ceremony on the afternoon of April 28 at Ecovillage Saigon River. Photo: *Phong Anh*

Mr. Manish Nambiar, General Manager of Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, Thailand and Deputy General Manager of Southeast Asia, said he was delighted to attend the important signing ceremony with Ecovillage Saigon River. The two businesses will cooperate to develop Kempinski's first unique hotel complex in Vietnam on the banks of the Saigon River.

"Kempinski Saigon River has a special location, surrounded by rivers, located in a 55-hectare project. I believe that the cooperation between Kempinski and Ecovillage Saigon River will be successful in the future, bringing great experiences to visitors," added Mr. Manish Nambiar.

Perspective of the 5-star Kempinski Saigon River resort with a design that blends traditional and contemporary. Photo: Source — Perspective of the 5-star Kempinski Saigon River resort with a design that blends traditional and contemporary. Photo: *Phong Anh*

The landscape of Kempinski Saigon River will be designed by PLA - one of the leading design units in Southeast Asia. Visitors will hear the sounds of nature thanks to its location adjacent to the Saigon River. Next to it are canals, streams, internal bridges and meticulously designed gardens, creating a seamless connection between people and nature.

Regarding the interior and exterior, the project will be designed by architect Kengo Kuma - founder of Kengo Kuma & Associates Architectural Office. In 2021, he was listed in the top 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.

Perspective of Kempinski Saigon River with open view. Photo: Phong Anh — Perspective of Kempinski Saigon River with open view. Photo: *Phong Anh*

Mr. Marcin Sapecta, Deputy General Director of Kengo Kuma & Associates, said that when accepting to become the concept design partner for the Kempinski Saigon River hotel complex, the unit decided that every space of the hotel must be harmoniously connected with nature.

This idea comes from the special location of Kempinski Saigon River with three sides surrounded by rivers and canals. These streams can penetrate into each subdivision, creating an open view.

According to him, the combination of beautiful natural space with a work that blends cultural heritage and modernity will help Kempinski Saigon River become one of the top attractive resort destinations in Vietnam.

Perspective of the green space of Ecovillage Saigon River, which Kempinski Hotels chose as its destination in Vietnam. Photo: Source — Perspective of the green space of Ecovillage Saigon River, which Kempinski Hotels chose as its destination in Vietnam. Photo: *Phong Anh*

Kempinski is one of the oldest hotel brands in Europe. A 127-year journey around the world with a series of great achievements, leaving its mark with famous projects across four continents and 35 countries.

Ecovillage Saigon River project is owned by Ecopark, located in the east of Ho Chi Minh City, 18 km from Notre Dame Cathedral.

Ah Hien

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