First Somerset property opens in Phnom Penh

CapitaLand’s wholly-owned serviced residence business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott), on Monday opened its first Somerset-branded serviced residence in the capital city, the Somerset Norodom.

The Somerset property is not the first serviced residence opened by Ascott in Cambodia.

In November last year, it opened the Casa Meridian Residence in Phnom Penh.

The property offers 169 fully-furnished residences within a modern 30-storey building. The serviced residence sits right off the Tonle Bassac commune.

“Somerset Norodom provides unparalleled conveniences to travelers and expatriates who value a balanced lifestyle in the heart of the capital city as it is flanked by myriads of embassies, international schools and a wide range of top-notch restaurants, cafes and shopping malls,” a media release from the company said.

Speaking at the soft-opening of the Somerset Norodom, Lew Yen Ping, Ascott’s country general manager for Vietnam, who oversees the company’s expansion here and in Myanmar, said Ascott has great confidence in the Cambodian market.

“We decided to put our first Somerset brand in Cambodia to cater for long stay and short stay accommodations here,” she said.

She said Ascott now has a total of 250 fully-furnished residences in the city.

Ms Lew said the Somerset Norodom project has once again enabled Ascott to capitalise on the demands for world-class serviced residences in the country.

“Somerset Norodom Phnom Penh will provide corporate travelers, executives and families a balanced living experience where they can immerse in the local culture while enjoying all the comforts of home. Guests can be assured they will experience a consistent, quality hospitality reflecting a sense of place, combined with a personal touch.” Ms Lew said.

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