Hotel Indigo Franchise News

May 22, 2012 // Franchising.com // IHG’s (InterContinental Hotels Group) boutique hotel brand Hotel Indigo continues to grow in Europe with the signing of the first Hotel Indigo in Wales, Hotel Indigo Queen Street Cardiff.
Hotel Indigo Queen Street Cardiff will be managed by Sanguine Hospitality Ltd, who have four other Hotel Indigo properties in their portfolio, including Hotel Indigo Liverpool and Hotel Indigo Birmingham.
IHG’s Senior Vice President for Development and Design in Europe, Robert Shepherd, said that the signing in Cardiff continued the brand’s strong growth throughout Europe. The signing follows the opening of a second Hotel Indigo in Scotland (Hotel Indigo Edinburgh) and a second Hotel Indigo (Hotel Indigo Berlin Centre Alexanderplatz) in Berlin this month...

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh Puts Comedy On The Menu With First Room Service Comedian
April 19, 2012 // Franchising.com // The newly opened Hotel Indigo Edinburgh will give guests the chance to book a live comedy act along with their food and drink when ordering room service this week, to celebrate the opening of the hotel.
From 19 – 21 April 2012, local award-winning Scottish comedian, Janey Godley, can be ordered to deliver a 10-minute stand up act to guests in their rooms.
Every Hotel Indigo draws inspiration from its local area to offer guests an individual experience. Hotel Indigo Edinburgh, is in the heart of the city’s comedy district, just along the road from ‘The Stand’ comedy club which features Fringe Festival comedians, along with the Phoenix and other pubs in nearby Broughton Street...

New boutique hotel authentically reflects style and culture of Southern California coastal community.
April 12, 2012 // Franchising.com // DEL MAR, CA – Hotel Indigo, IHG’s (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE: IHG (ADRs)] upscale boutique brand, today announces the grand opening of the Hotel Indigo San Diego Del Mar. Following a multimillion-dollar renovation and rebranding, the 94-room hotel in downtown Del Mar offers guests sophisticated lodging with modern furnishings and a contemporary style, exuding the charm of the Del Mar community.
Located at 710 Camino Del Mar, the property boasts a full-service day-spa, two pools, hot tub, sauna and bistro-style restaurant with a full bar, among other amenities...

March 16, 2012 // Franchising.com // ATLANTA – IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON: IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] is honored to announce that Hotel Indigo was recognized at the J.D. Power and Associates Customer Service Roundtable in Orlando, Fla. on March 14, 2012 as a 2012 Customer Service Champion – one of only 50 companies to have earned this distinction this year.
To qualify for inclusion on this elite list, companies must not only excel within their own industry, but also must stand out among leading brands in 20 major industries evaluated by J.D. Power. Among the five factors measured, including People, Presentation, Process, Product, and Price, Hotel Indigo was noted for consistently delivering and often exceeding customer’s expectations and raising the bar for the competition...

Boutique hotel brand Hotel Indigo opens in the centre of Berlin.
30 January 2012 – Today the first Hotel Indigo opens in Continental Europe. Hotel Indigo Berlin Centre Hardenbergstrasse is a boutique hotel from IHG, the world’s biggest hotel company, located in the heart of the German capital.
The new hotel is opposite the Charlottenburg campus of the Berlin University of Arts and takes the inspiration for its design from the burgeoning arts community in the city.
Its central location means it is just minutes from some of Berlin’s most famous attractions including the city’s most famous shopping street, Boulevard Kurfuerstendamm, Berlin Zoo and the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church.
The 81 room hotel is owned by Azure Properties and was designed by the renowned Düsseldorf architects, Klein Associates...

Boutique hotel brand invites locals to share their favorite neighborhood dish and enter for the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime foodie experience ATLANTA, July 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Hotel Indigo®, the local neighborhood expert in food and cultural experiences, is "talking food" with celebrity chef Curtis Stone and asking consumers about their favorite neighborhood foodie finds with the launch of its "Locals Know Best – Dish on the Dish" campaign. From today through Oct. 15, 2011, foodies across America can enter for the chance to win a VIP trip for two to New York City to experience some of the most diverse food neighborhoods and dishes in the country.

"I love finding out what's unique and special about each city I travel to and being a chef, hidden local foods and flavors are at the top of my list," said Stone...

Multi-year Deal Marks Hotel Indigo's First Partnership with a Sports League May 17, 2011 // Franchising.com // NEW YORK / ATLANTA - The Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) and IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), announced today a new multi-year marketing partnership that will make its upscale boutique brand, Hotel Indigo® the Official Hotel Partner of the WNBA. The partnership will begin in 2011 and will mark Hotel Indigo's first affiliation with a professional sports league.

"At Hotel Indigo we're very proud to bring the local neighborhood to life within our hotels and we are committed to providing our guests a refreshingly local experience and access to some of the best in food, cultural experiences and surroundings," said Jim Abrahamson, president, The Americas, IHG...

New resort will be the boutique brand's second in Thailand February 24, 2011 // Franchising.com // Singapore - Hotel Indigo, the industry's first branded boutique hotel, today announced it will open in Phuket, Thailand. This is Hotel Indigo's second development in Thailand and the first boutique in a resort destination globally.

The upscale Hotel Indigo boutique brand is part of InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), who will manage the resort on behalf of owner and operator, Tiansin Property Development Co., Ltd.

Conveniently situated only 15 minutes away from the Phuket International Airport, the new resort will be built at the northern end of the island on Nai Thon Beach, one of the few remaining tranquil and natural environments...

Boutique hotel brand taps locals to uncover the best neighborhood spots around the country
ATLANTA, Sept. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- Hotel Indigo® is pleased to announce the winners of the national "Locals Know Best" Contest. Based on the premise that locals know their neighborhood's best kept secrets, Hotel Indigo conducted a nationwide search with Grammy® nominated singer/songwriter Natasha Bedingfield to hear from real people - the locals - to uncover the best neighborhood spots across America.
Hotel Indigo in an upscale boutique brand that offers guests a unique hotel experience with the modern design and intimate service associated with boutique hotels along with the peace of mind and consistency from staying with the world's largest hotel group...

Fourth Hotel Indigo opens in New York state to deliver a boutique guest experience with big-brand benefits August 12, 2010 // Franchising.com // ATLANTA - Hotel Indigo, IHG's (InterContinental Hotels Group) upscale boutique brand, today announces the opening of Hotel Indigo East End in Riverhead, New York. Conveniently situated near the Hamptons and vineyards of Eastern Long Island, the 100-room conversion property is located on eight private acres and is close to dining, entertainment and shopping venues.

Owned and operated by Jaral East End Hotel Corp, the two-story property preserves the architecture of the original 1970s building. Morris Nathanson Design created a sophisticated, residential feel with contemporary accents and oversized furnishings for comfort and lushness...

The boutique hotel brand invites locals to share their neighborhood knowledge for the chance to win a once-in-a-lifetime experience July 15, 2010 // Franchising.com // ATLANTA - Hotel Indigo® and Grammy® nominated singer/songwriter Natasha Bedingfield invite locals to enter the Hotel Indigo "Locals Know Best" Contest to uncover the best of America's neighborhoods. The campaign looks to highlight and celebrate the brand's commitment to providing a distinctive and engaging experience with each and every stay that is reflective of the local neighborhood and charm of the cities where Hotel Indigo properties are located.

"At Hotel Indigo we're very proud to bring the local neighborhood to life within our hotels and we are committed to providing our guests a refreshingly local experience and access to some of the best in food, cultural experiences and surroundings," said Gina LaBarre, vice president, brand management, IHG...

July 07, 2010 // Franchising.com // InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is growing its boutique hotel portfolio opening a new Hotel Indigo in London today, situated moments from the city's iconic Tower Bridge.

Located on Minories in the City of London, between Aldgate and the Tower of London, Hotel Indigo London Tower Hill has 44 bedrooms and two suites. The converted office building will offer guests easy access to the city's most famous sights, with excellent transport links to London's airports and train stations. Owned by the Thai Square Group, the hotel has eight floors with a bar, two restaurants and views over Tower Bridge from the top floors.

Hotel Indigo is IHG's newest hotel brand and offers guests boutique hotel design with the peace of mind they get from staying with a large hotel group...

188-room boutique hotel to open in Bangkok by end of 2012 June 24, 2010 // Franchising.com // Bangkok - IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), the world's largest hotel group, signed a management agreement with Piyasombat Property Co. Ltd. for the first Hotel Indigo in Southeast Asia. This marks another strategic step to expand the presence of this upscale boutique brand in the Asia Pacific.

Hotel Indigo Bangkok Wireless Road takes its name from one of Bangkok's premier and prominent districts. A new development, the hotel is to be located along Wireless Road, home to the diplomatic district as well as high-end residences, retail and office spaces, restaurants and entertainment outlets. Hotel Indigo Bangkok Wireless Road signing ceremony

The hotel is ideally situated with guests enjoying the convenience of public transportation offered by the BTS Ploenchit Station...

Historic San Antonio property across from the Alamo brings unique experience to popular tourist destination April 16, 2010 // Franchising.com // ATLANTA - Hotel Indigo announced today the opening of its second property of 2010 across from the historic Alamo in San Antonio. Following last month's Hotel Indigo opening in Nashville, Tenn., the property joins the Hotel Indigo San Antonio Riverwalk as the second Hotel Indigo in the San Antonio market and brings the fourth property to the state of Texas.

Honoring the tradition of San Antonio's rich past, the Hotel Indigo San Antonio at the Alamo is located in the heart of downtown in the historic Gibbs Building. The 100-year-old building has been renovated into a 91-room property, including seven suites, while still retaining all of its original wood work and marble...

Historic conversion in downtown to deliver boutique guest experience with big-brand benefitsMarch 30, 2010 // Franchising.com // ATLANTA - Hotel Indigo, IHG's (InterContinental Hotels Group) upscale boutique brand, today announces the opening of its second property in Nashville, Tenn. - the Hotel Indigo Nashville Downtown. Centered in the heart of downtown Nashville, the 97-room conversion property joins the Hotel Indigo Nashville Music Row Vanderbilt. Both Nashville properties were developed by Wesley Hotels & Resorts, LLC, who currently has three Hotel Indigo properties in its portfolio with plans to develop more in the future.

The Hotel Indigo Nashville Downtown is owned by Union Street Plaza Operations LLC and managed by Wesley Hotels & Resorts, LLC, under a license agreement with a company in the InterContinental Hotels Group...

Boutique hotel showcases local art and outdoor scene of downtown Asheville November 09, 2009 // Franchising.com // ATLANTA - The newest Hotel Indigo opened its doors today in downtown Asheville, N.C. Nestled near the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the 100-room new-build boutique hotel is the second of five properties planned for the state; additional deals are signed in Charlotte, Wilmington and Winston-Salem.

Located at 151 Haywood Street, Hotel Indigo Asheville is within walking distance of locally owned-shops and art galleries, distinctive restaurants and exciting entertainment venues. Nearby attractions include Historic Downtown Asheville, Biltmore Estates, and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

"Asheville's historic and architecturally diverse downtown has been beautifully preserved and is a perfect location for Hotel Indigo," said Barbara Kulweic, general manager of the Hotel Indigo Asheville...

Boutique brand invites guests to experience one of America's favorite cities October 20, 2009 // Franchising.com // ATLANTA - Hotel Indigo today announced the addition of two new properties in San Antonio to double the brand's presence in Texas. The Hotel Indigo San Antonio Riverwalk, which opened last week, and the Hotel Indigo San Antonio at the Alamo, which will open this winter, join properties in Dallas and Houston for a total of four in the Lone Star State.

San Antonio, home to the Alamo, the World Champion San Antonio Spurs and the River Walk, hosts a vibrant mix of culture, cuisine, architecture, and history. The most visited city in Texas, San Antonio boasts a cosmopolitan blend of history and tradition along with top-notch golf courses, remarkable dining and nightline options, art galleries, spas, and shopping...

October 09, 2009 // Franchising.com // InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signed two new Hotel Indigo properties in Glasgow and Liverpool.

Hotel Indigo is IHG's newest hotel brand and offers guests boutique hotel design as well as the peace of mind they get from staying with a large hotel group. There are 27 hotels open in North America and 59 more are planned around the world. The brand began its global roll out earlier this year with the opening of Hotel Indigo London Paddington in January 2009.

The Hotel Indigo brand standards don't dictate the number or size of rooms in a property, making it ideally suited to conversion properties. In the current economic environment, conversions are attractive to developers because they require less financing than new builds and can be up and running in a shorter period of time...

First of five N.C. properties opens, second to open later this year in Asheville August 31, 2009 // Franchising.com // ATLANTA - Hotel Indigo today announced the opening of Hotel Indigo Durham-Research Triangle Park, the first of five properties planned for North Carolina. The 125-room new-build boutique hotel will be joined later this year by a 100-room property in Asheville; additional deals are signed in Charlotte, Wilmington and Winston-Salem.

The new hotel is conveniently located off Interstate 40, in the heart of Research Triangle Park, a 7,000 acre development that is home to more than 170 companies, from Fortune 100 research companies to start-up operations and federal agencies.

"As a world-renowned center for innovation, Research Triangle Park is an ideal location to introduce our innovative boutique brand to our guests in North Carolina," said Gina LaBarre, vice president, Brand Delivery, the Americas...

Eco-savvy property boasts first green roof in San Diego, meditation deck and herb garden July 14, 2009 // Franchising.com // ATLANTA, GA - Hotel Indigo today announces the opening of Hotel Indigo San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, the brand's first LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified hotel and the first LEED certified hotel in San Diego - one of only 19 in the U.S. Hotel Indigo San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is also the only new hotel scheduled to open in downtown San Diego in 2009.

A flagship property, Hotel Indigo San Diego is owned and managed by IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), the world's largest hotel group by number of rooms. The hotel is also the first in IHG's portfolio to achieve LEED certification...