Ascott opens first international serviced residence in BGC

MANILA, Philippines - Bonifacio Global City welcomes the first international serviced residence in the booming business district with the opening of Ascott Bonifacio Global City Manila, bringing the benchmark Ascott brand of renowned service.

 “The growth of the Bonifacio Global City has been phenomenal,” said Ascott regional general manager for Philippines and Thailand Arthur Gindap. “In the past five-seven years, this part of the city has seen the rise of major real estate projects from high-end condominiums to commercial and business buildings, as well as retail and dining establishments.”

The Ascott Group has been cognizant of BGC’s booming economy and influx of foreign businesses that have established their offices here.  Thus, to cater to these business travelers, Ascott saw the need for a luxurious international serviced residence to serve as their second home.

The opening of Ascott Bonifacio Global City Manila offers its residents a veritable home away from home.  This 30-story property has 220 units that range from studio to two-bedroom residences that are spacious and posh fit for global living.  Each serviced residence is elegantly furnished and equipped with modern conveniences such as a home entertainment system, a fully functional kitchen, and a washer with dryer.

To attend to businessmen’s needs, Ascott Bonifacio Global City Manila also has office suites, meeting rooms, function rooms, a boardroom and a grand ballroom – a first for any Ascott residence – which can accommodate 200 guests for sit-down and up to 600 for a cocktail set-up.

Aside from looking after the comforts of its residents, Ascott Bonifacio Global City Manila is equally committed to ensuring that its environmental practices are sustainable. The property maintains its low carbon footprint and lower power consumption. It has an all-glass façade, which allows more natural light to enter the building, while its Low-E glass lessens internal building temperature thereby reducing the energy used for air-conditioning.

Ascott Bonifacio Global City Manila was awarded Best in Hotel Architectural Design at the 2014 Philippine Property Awards and was also recognized as one of the highly commended hospitality projects at the 2014 Southeast Asia Property Awards. The property likewise received a provisional Green Mark Certificate from Singapore’s Building and Construction Authority, for its environment-friendly practices.

Ascott currently operates three brands:  Ascott, Citadines and Somerset.  The company first entered the Philippines with the inaugural of Somerset Millennium Makati in year 2000.  To date, the Philippine cluster has grown to six properties, namely:  Somerset Salcedo Makati, Somerset Olympia, Ascott Makati, Citadines Salcedo Makati, Salcedo Residences and now, the newly-opened Ascott Bonifacio Global City Manila. Soon, the Philippine cluster will reach new milestones with the launch of two more properties - Citadines Millennium Ortigas and Somerset Alabang Manila.