IHG Hotels & Resorts is making waves in the global hospitality industry with its rapidly expanding Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio. Now accounting for 20% of IHG’s total global development pipeline, this dynamic segment has nearly doubled in size over the past five years, solidifying its status as one of the largest portfolios of its kind.

With more than 900 hotels across its Luxury & Lifestyle brands—both operational and in the pipeline—IHG continues to push boundaries in premium hospitality. The Americas alone are home to over 260 of these properties, highlighting the brand’s strategic focus on growth in this key region. This expansion showcases IHG’s unwavering dedication to offering exceptional luxury experiences tailored to the preferences of today’s discerning travelers.

Leanne Harwood, SVP, Managing Director, Luxury & Lifestyle Brands Americas at IHG, said: “From exceptional brand debuts such as Regent Santa Monica Beach and three new U.S. in-pipeline Six Senses projects, to award-winning bars, restaurants and design, IHG has made significant progress in elevating and growing our six renowned Luxury & Lifestyle brands across the Americas. Increasingly, owners, guests and our industry recognize IHG’s commitment to strategic growth, our dedicated and expert Luxury & Lifestyle leadership, and powerful commercial engine.”

IHG Hotels & Resorts Puts Luxury & Lifestyle on the Americas Map

IHG Hotels & Resorts continues to elevate its Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio with exciting new openings and signings across some of the most sought-after urban and resort destinations in the Americas.

Six Senses Expands in the Americas

Six Senses made a remarkable debut in the region with the opening of Six Senses La Sagesse in Grenada. Building on this momentum, two highly anticipated U.S. properties are set to open in 2028: Six Senses Telluride, nestled in Colorado’s breathtaking San Juan Mountains, and Six Senses Riverstone Estate, a charming countryside retreat near Foxburg, Pennsylvania. Acquired by IHG in 2019, Six Senses now boasts 27 operational hotels globally and an impressive pipeline of 43 additional properties.

Regent Hotels & Resorts Return to the Americas

The iconic Regent Hotels & Resorts brand recently re-established its presence in the Americas with the grand opening of Regent Santa Monica Beach. Blending Los Angeles’ glamour with coastal elegance, this luxurious resort features spacious rooms starting at 720 square feet, innovative dining experiences crafted by chef Michael Mina and restaurateur Ayesha Curry, and a 10,000-square-foot Guerlain Wellness Spa. This milestone joins other celebrated Regent properties such as Regent Hong Kong and Carlton Cannes, with upcoming openings in Kyoto and Jeddah.

InterContinental Brings Fresh Perspectives

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, the world’s first and largest international luxury hotel brand, continues its legacy with 226 operational properties and 97 more in the pipeline. Recent highlights include the debut of InterContinental Bellevue at the Avenue in the Pacific Northwest and InterContinental San Antonio. Future openings in the Americas, including InterContinental Presidente Monterrey and InterContinental Indianapolis, are set to launch in early 2025, alongside properties in Grenada, Turks & Caicos, and Orlando.

Vignette Collection Makes Its Mark

IHG’s Vignette Collection is on track to meet its goal of 100 open and pipeline hotels within a decade. Its debut in the Americas came with Yours Truly DC, a bohemian-inspired retreat in Washington, D.C. Upcoming destinations include SOUMA Hotel Lima in Peru, Franciscana Hotel in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, and The Gwendolyn in Oregon’s wine-rich Willamette Valley. Globally, new additions such as Shanghai Snow World Hotel and Ciel Tower in Dubai are expanding the brand’s reach.

Kimpton’s Exceptional Growth

Luxury lifestyle brand Kimpton continues to thrive, with 135 open and pipeline hotels worldwide. In the Americas, new properties such as Kimpton Virgilio and Mas Olas Resort in Mexico, Kimpton Las Mercedes in the Dominican Republic, and Kimpton Claret Hotel in Denver are redefining guest experiences with innovative dining and unique design. Future openings include destinations like Frankfurt, Marbella, Hawai’i, and Turks & Caicos.

Hotel Indigo: A Celebration of Neighborhood Spirit

Hotel Indigo, IHG’s second-largest Luxury & Lifestyle brand, features 162 hotels across more than 25 countries, with 128 more in the pipeline. The brand debuted its first Caribbean property in Grand Cayman and opened resort locations in Indonesia and China. Upcoming openings in distinctive destinations include Barbados, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, Turks & Caicos, and St. Kitts.

Strengthening Expertise in Luxury & Lifestyle

IHG continues to bolster its Luxury & Lifestyle leadership with the appointment of Raj Khubchandani as Vice President of Hotel Operations for the Americas. The brand’s leaders have also been recognized for their industry contributions, with several receiving accolades for their innovative designs and guest experiences.

Driving Performance and Guest Engagement

IHG’s investment in its enterprise platform and the award-winning IHG One Rewards loyalty program continues to drive performance. Nearly 70% of room nights in the Americas are booked through the program, which offers exclusive perks such as access to the U.S. Open Tennis Championships and Major League Soccer events. The brand’s global “Guest How You Guest” campaign further amplifies its appeal to both guests and hotel owners worldwide.

IHG’s unwavering commitment to growth, innovation, and guest satisfaction ensures that its Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio remains at the forefront of the hospitality industry in the Americas and beyond.

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