Ascott has officially opened Somerset Gordon Heights in the heart of Melbourne’s Central Business District. Besides the many lifestyle and entertainment options in the vicinity, residents also get to enjoy full access to the recreational facilities at Somerset Gordon Place, located just across the street.

Come 2010, business travellers to Melbourne will also get to experience the Group’s first Citadines-branded property in Australia - Citadines Melbourne on Bourke. The 398-unit serviced residence, which Ascott will invest AU$136.2 million (S$170.2 million) to develop, is also currently the largest Citadines-branded property in Ascott’s portfolio.

Citadines Melbourne on Bourke is also excellently located near a mélange of restaurants, cafés, boutique shops, and entertainment and cultural attractions.

Together with Ascott's other three properties in the city, namely Somerset Gordon Heights, Somerset Gordon Place and Somerset on Elizabeth, the new Citadines will offer business executives in Melbourne spacious apartments, the comfort of home and Ascott’s distinctive, personalised service.