Celebrating 20 years of AccorHotels' presence in Ho Chi Minh City.

Patrick Basset, Chief Operating Officer of AccorHotels for Upper Southeast Asia, Northeast Asia and the Maldives, said: “For decades, Vietnam has become one of the world’s most attractive tourist destinations, drawing visitors to its majestic mountains, vibrant cities, and pristine white sand beaches. Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City continue to modernize rapidly, while their colonial-era architecture and historical landmarks remain incredibly appealing.”

According to a recent report by the UNWTO (United Nations World Tourism Organization), Vietnam is the fastest-growing tourism destination in Asia and ranks sixth globally in this category. With the goal of becoming a developed country by 2020, Vietnam is gradually becoming an attractive destination on the tourism map with its captivating landscapes, diverse and distinctive culture, and the warm, friendly hospitality of its people.

In 2017, the number of tourists visiting Vietnam increased by 19%, reaching 86 million, with international tourists increasing by 29% and domestic tourists by 18%. In the first nine months of 2018, the total number of international tourists exceeded 11.6 million, an increase of 22.9% compared to the same period last year.

“For over 20 years, Sofitel Saigon Plaza has become an iconic hotel embodying French-style living, colonial-era architecture, and the city’s rich history. As a luxurious urban retreat, the hotel is conveniently located near many of the city’s vibrant attractions,” said Olivier Revy, General Manager of Sofitel Saigon Plaza.

Currently, AccorHotels manages 28 hotels in Vietnam, 12 of which are in the luxury and upscale segments. The group plans to open 19 more hotels in the next two years, following the acquisition of Fairmont, Raffles, Swissôtel, and most recently, Mövenpick. It is known that AccorHotels will open a new hotel in Sapa in December. Although AccorHotels always focuses on developing services in popular tourist destinations in Vietnam, its strict management approach ensures that it will not negatively impact nature and the ecosystem.

Bao Khuyen