The Pullman Saigon Centre.— File Photo

HCM CITY (Biz Hub) — Pullman, an upscale brand of the hotel operator Accor, has made its debut in HCM City with the opening of the Pullman Saigon Centre.

The first Pullman property in HCM is also the brand's third offering in Viet Nam; its other properties are in Ha Noi and Da Nang.

The newly-built hotel is located in District 1, near the bustling Ben Thanh market in the heart of the city.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, the senior vice president for Accor Viet Nam, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and the Philippines, Patrick Basset, said: "The Pullman Sai Gon Centre is the Pullman's latest flagship in Southeast Asia and will redefine the hospitality landscape in the city."

According to the hotel's general manager, Thierry Le Ponner, the hotel introduces a new concept of hospitality to the city. "With the latest technology and products boasting contemporary design, this hotel will appeal to business and leisure travellers alike," he added.

The five-star hotel has 306 rooms, including 17 suites. All the rooms have a contemporary urban dcor and aim to provide guests an ideal space for resting, relaxing and working.

Guests can also experience international and local cuisines at the hotel's restaurants and bars. – VNS