Construction commenced in 1995, and was completed in 1999. The entire complex is built on reclaimed land. The combined retail-office complex is a key feature of
Tung Chung New Town, which was designed and built as a complement to the construction of
Chek Lap Kok International Airport, also on reclaimed land. Phase I of the Citygate shopping centre opened in April 2000. It was developed, and is presently owned by, Newfoundworld Investment Holdings Limited, a consortium of
Swire Properties,
Hang Lung Group,
Henderson Land Development,
New World Development, and
Sun Hung Kai Properties. Each company owns a 20% stake in the venture. The Citygate Outlets shopping centre is managed by
Swire Properties Management Limited. The 440-room Novotel Citygate hotel, managed by
AccorHotels, opened in April 2006. It targets business travelers, housing a business centre as well as conference facilities. The phase 2 extension opened in 2019. With the opening of its new extension, the Mall has doubled in size and now houses over 150 international brands offering up to 90%-year-round discounts; with a host of retailers launching their first outlet store in Hong Kong. The Mall also features a food court and al fresco eateries with 40 food and beverage outlets, and a 600-seat cinema. ==Location==