Bringing Redefined Comfort and Elevated Hospitality, Lanson Place Mall of Asia, Manila Officially Opens in the Philippines

(From left to right): Mark Burns, Director for Operations of Lanson Place Hospitality Management; Peggy Angeles, Executive Vice President of SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation; Michael Hobson, Chief Executive Officer of Lanson Place Hospitality Management; Elizabeth Sy, President of SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation; Imelda Calixto-Rubiano, Honorable Mayor of Pasay City; Karen Li, Director for Corporate Development of Wing Tai Asia; and Laurent Boisdron, Vice-President and General Manager of Lanson Place Mall of Asia.

Manila, Philippines Lanson Place Mall of Asia, Manila has heralded a new era of luxury hospitality with its grand opening on April 24, 2024. Fusing contemporary design with renowned, warm and innate Filipino hospitality, the elegant establishment offers unparalleled comfort and sophistication. Held in the presence of dignitaries and media figures, the hotel’s inauguration marks an exciting new chapter in hospitality for the capital of The Philippines.

Prominent Figures In Attendance

The inauguration commenced with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Porte Cochére, led by Honorable Pasay City Mayor Imelda Calixto-Rubiano; President of SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation Ms. Elizabeth Sy; Executive Vice President of SM Hotels and

Conventions Corporation Ms. Peggy Angeles; Director for Corporate Development of Wing Tai Asia Ms. Karen Li; Chief Executive Officer of Lanson Place Hospitality Management (LPHM) Mr. Michael Hobson; Director for Operations of LPHM Mr. Mark Burns; and Vice-President and General Manager of Lanson Place Mall of Asia Manila Mr. Laurent Boisdron.

Chairman of the Executive Committee of SM Prime Holdings Mr. Hans T. SY and Executive Director of SM Investments Corporation Mr. Harley T. SY were also present at the launch event as Guests of Honour.

(From left to right): Laurent Boisdron, Vice-President and General Manager of Lanson Place Mall of Asia; Peggy Angeles, Executive Vice President of SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation; and Michael Hobson, Chief Executive Officer of Lanson Place Hospitality Management during the Press Briefing.

Views and Vision: The People Behind the Venture

Lanson Place’s inviting ambience and interior design welcomed guests to the lobby where crafted drinks and bites were served from Madeleine High Tea, the hotel’s ground floor restaurant which recently opened to coincide with the launch.

Guests then headed to Saffron Grand Ballroom for the main event where executives of Lanson Place Hospitality Management Limited and SM Hotels and Conventions Corp., including Ms. Peggy Angeles, Mr. Michael Hobson, and Mr. Laurent Boisdron, engaged in lively and enlightening discussions with national news outlet representatives, offering insights into the distinctive character of Lanson Place Mall of Asia.

“Beyond the property’s physical amenities, what truly sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to service excellence. Over the last two years, our team of devoted hosts has cultivated a deep understanding of true service culture and extensive expertise in the long-stay hospitality experience, always centred squarely on guest satisfaction”. said Mr. Laurent Boisdron in his welcome address echoing the positive reviews received online.

Laurent Boisdron, Vice-President and General Manager of Lanson Place Mall of Asia.

“The addition of the Lanson Place brand fully complements SM Hotel’s prestigious portfolio, with its impressive track record in the serviced suites category. As such, we take on the opportunity to serve a new market, with our very first serviced apartmenthotel hybrid property. ” remarked Ms. Peggy Angeles.

World-Class Dining and Living Experience

Whilst enjoying panoramic views of Manila Bay, guests also indulged in culinary offerings from Lanson Place’s in-house restaurant, Cyan Modern Kitchen, featuring creations including truffle mushroom chicken fricassee, red wine braised veal cheeks, and cochinillo.

An immersive property tour followed, showcasing Lanson Place Mall of Asia’s worldclass amenities and accommodations including Deluxe Rooms, Superior Rooms, Hotel Suites, Studio Residences and One-and Two-Bedroom Suite Residences. All are perfectly designed to meet the needs of stylish business travelers, tourists and residents, whether staying for short or long-term periods. The tour also highlighted how the property’s architecture and interior design perfectly capture a harmonious fusion of modern luxury and Filipino cultural heritage.

Guests were also introduced to Lanson Place’s dining options beyond Cyan Modern Kitchen and Madeleine High Tea in the form of BLK12 CafélBar, Bytes, Focus, and EDGE Pool Bar.

Lanson Place Mall of Asia, Manila is a joint venture of SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. and Lanson Place Hospitality Management Limited. This partnership has laid a robust foundation for Lanson Place, symbolizing a vital and promising venture between these two entities.

For more information about Lanson Place Mall of Asia, Manila’s upcoming events, and other offerings, visit the official website at www.lansonplace.com/mallofasia or follow its official social media pages (Facebook | Instagram).

About Lanson Place Personal Hotels & Residences

Lanson Place is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Wing Tai Properties Limited (Wing Tai), a publicly listed company in Hong Kong (HKEx stock code: 369). Wing Tai currently manages 6 properties (in which Wing Tai has equity in two) under the Lanson Place brand, comprising luxury Personal Hotels and Residences in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Kuala Lumpur, and Singapore, as well as two new properties in Manila (opened in the third quarter of 2023) and Melbourne in (to be opened in 2024).

Lanson Place provides comfortable, personal sanctuaries for short-stay and extended-stay guests at central locations in major global cities. Infused by a family-like service tradition, Lanson Place creates warm and sheltered places with a club-like feel where communities form and bond. Guests can enjoy a homeaway-from-home experience.

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About SM Hotels and Conventions Corp – (SMHCC)

SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) was established in April 2008 with the primary purpose of developing and managing the hotel and convention properties of SM Prime, one of the largest integrated property developers in Southeast Asia. SMHCC is guided by its mission to be the leading hotel and convention company in the Philippines and its vision to build and operate hotels and convention centres that take pride in Filipino warmth and hospitality.

SMHCC’s encouraging growth has propelled the company’s goal to double its portfolio throughout the country within the next five years. It is geared towards becoming a brand powerhouse that ultimately seeks to create an indelible mark in the country’s tourism industry.

Currently, the SMHCC portfolio is comprised of ten (10) hotel properties with a combined inventory of more than 2,600 rooms and over 42,000 sqm. of leasable convention space. The list of properties under SMHCC includes Taal Vista Hotel, Pico Sands Hotel, Conrad Manila, Lanson Place Mall of Asia, Radisson Blu Cebu, Park Inn by Radisson Clark, Park Inn by Radisson Davao, Park Inn by Radisson Iloilo, Park Inn by Radisson

North EDSA, Park Inn by Radisson Bacolod, and the SMX Convention Centers and trade halls.

For more information, please visit https://smhotels.com.ph/

MEDIA CONTACT

Raye Sanchez I Media Relations Officer I Centaur Marketing pr@centaurmarketing.co I raye@centaurmarketing.co

Antonette Mitschiener I Director of Sales and Marketing I Lanson Place Mall of Asia, Manila antonette.mitschiener@lansonplace.com

Rochelle Tabino I Marketing Communications Manager I Lanson Place Mall of Asia, Manila rochelle.tahino@lansonplace.com