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InterContinental Hotels Group Plc reports news across a global hotel-brand system spanning luxury, lifestyle, premium, essentials and midscale lodging. Recurring updates cover brand openings, owner-development opportunities, loyalty initiatives through IHG One Rewards, and guest-experience programs tied to InterContinental, Kimpton, Ruby and other IHG Hotels & Resorts brands.
Company news also highlights the expansion of urban and conversion hotel formats, food-and-beverage programming, cultural and seasonal packages, and regional growth across major hospitality markets. IHG’s operating model is centered on a broad brand portfolio and a hotel system that is primarily managed and franchised rather than owned.
Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel (NYSE:IHG) announces an innovative October events lineup at its South Beach location. The boutique hotel will host three themed Murder Mystery Dinner Series events on October 11, 18, and 25, priced at $158.50 per person, featuring interactive theater and three-course dinners.
The hotel will also host an Oktoberfest Beer Garden on October 4, with tickets ranging from $26.20 to $57.70, featuring local breweries and a beer pong tournament. The Social Club restaurant introduces a seasonal Spooky Cocktail Menu, complementing these fall festivities.
IHG Hotels & Resorts (NYSE:IHG) has announced the expansion of its Ruby Hotels brand into the U.S. market, marking its 20th global brand. Ruby, founded in Germany in 2013, currently operates 34 open or pipeline hotels in major European cities. The brand targets cost- and style-conscious travelers in urban centers, offering premium amenities while eliminating unnecessary extras.
The expansion aligns with IHG's ambitious growth strategy to develop more than 120 Ruby hotels globally in the next decade and over 250 hotels in the next 20 years. The brand will focus on major U.S. urban markets through new build, conversion, and adaptive reuse projects, leveraging IHG's distribution network and IHG One Rewards loyalty program.
InterContinental Hotels (NYSE:IHG) has unveiled its new 'Doors Unlocked' program for 2025, offering exclusive bookable packages that provide insider access to prestigious cultural events across six global cities. The program features curated experiences during fashion weeks, film festivals, design fairs, and art events in London, New York, Dubai, Phuket, Tokyo, and Sydney.
The packages, starting at $1,500 USD, include two nights' accommodation with breakfast and exclusive access to cultural events. InterContinental, with over 230 hotels and 74,728 rooms across more than 70 countries, aims to enhance its luxury travel experience by focusing on authentic, culturally rich experiences targeting modern travelers, especially Gen Z and Gen Alpha.
Holiday Inn Express (OTC:IHGNY) has announced an exclusive partnership with Costa Coffee, a Coca-Cola Company brand, to provide freshly ground and brewed coffee across all U.S. locations. To celebrate, they're offering free coffee to college football fans at participating hotels within 10 miles of Division I FBS schools on August 30, 2025.
A national survey of 2,000 college football fans revealed that 81% consider coffee essential to their game day routine, with 70% consuming at least two cups while traveling to games. The partnership will bring Costa Coffee to more than 1,300 Holiday Inn Express locations, addressing traveler preferences as 61% of survey respondents believe hotel coffee quality reflects guest value.
IHG Hotels & Resorts (NYSE:IHGNY) is enhancing its seventh year as the official hotel partner of the US Open Tennis Championships with exclusive fan experiences. The company unveiled its signature "Bed on the Baseline" promotion, offering IHG One Rewards members the chance to win a luxury breakfast experience on the Louis Armstrong Stadium court after the tournament.
Additionally, IHG introduced its first-ever US Open cocktail, the "Watermelon Slice," crafted with Moët & Chandon and served in a collectible cup at the IHG Racquet Bar. The promotion runs from August 13 through September 7, 2025, with the exclusive breakfast experience scheduled for September 15th. IHG currently operates over 6,700 hotels across more than 100 countries, with a development pipeline exceeding 2,200 properties.
IHG Hotels & Resorts (NYSE:IHGNY) has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing one million open rooms globally. The company has doubled its brand portfolio to 20 brands in the past decade, now operating over 6,700 hotels in more than 100 countries.
The company reported strong growth momentum in H1 2025, with record room openings and a robust development pipeline of over 2,200 hotels. Notable achievements include reaching 4,000 open hotels in the US and 800 hotels in Greater China. Recent notable openings include Kimpton Mas Olas Resort & Spa in Mexico, Holiday Inn Kyoto Gojo in Japan, voco Malta, and Hotel Indigo Hainan Clear Water Bay in Greater China.
IHG's EVEN Hotel Miami - Doral Area has officially opened its doors on June 12, 2025, marking the second EVEN Hotels location in the Miami market. The 125-room wellness-focused property in Sweetwater features signature in-room fitness equipment, a 24/7 Athletic Studio, and EVEN Kitchen & Bar offering balanced dining options.
The hotel includes 1,400 square feet of meeting space accommodating up to 100 guests, complimentary Wi-Fi, and ergonomic workspaces. Strategically located near Dolphin Mall and Miami International Airport, the property caters to both leisure and business travelers, with proximity to major corporate offices including Burger King HQ and U.S. Southern Command.
Crowne Plaza by IHG has released its second white paper revealing significant shifts in blended travel trends. A YouGov survey of 12,000+ people across nine countries showed that 70% of UAE and 65% of KSA respondents see greater benefits in blended travel compared to five years ago. The study identified four key trends: personal growth focus, wellness integration, value optimization, and intentional connection.
The research reveals that the global blended travel market is projected to grow from $315 billion in 2022 to over $731 billion by 2032. To meet evolving traveler needs, Crowne Plaza is undergoing a global refresh, with 60% of properties across EMEA and APAC to be renovated by 2026, and 70% of Americas properties already new or renovated. The brand plans to add 140 new properties, expanding its current system by over 35%.
Crowne Plaza by IHG has launched a new 'Bring Your Bestie' package across select U.S. hotels, responding to the growing trend of blended business and leisure travel. According to their YouGov survey of 12,000+ people, 74% of U.S. travelers would invite a friend or family member on work trips, with Gen Z and Millennials leading this trend.
The package, available from April 14 to May 12, 2025, for stays until July 10, includes:
- Complimentary breakfast for two
- One signature drink per night
- 1,000 bonus IHG One Rewards points
- Curated local itineraries
The initiative addresses key findings showing that 1 in 5 U.S. travelers have secretly brought companions on work trips, while 34% cite company policies affecting their decisions. The program is available at select locations including Cleveland, Fort Myers, Indianapolis, Louisville, Orlando, Seattle, and Virginia Beach Town Center.