27 July 2023
Holiday Inn brand family’s strong South East Asia growth shows enduring appeal for owners and guests
The Holiday Inn brand family generated 50% of IHG hotel signings in the region this year
27 July 2023: 50% of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ hotel signings in South East Asia this year has been with the Holiday Inn brand family, comprising Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts and Holiday Inn Express, highlighting its enduring appeal for owners and guests across the region.
A series of eye-catching announcements in 2023 has included Holiday Inn Resort Phuket Karon Beach, Holiday Inn Resort Phuket Surin Beach, Holiday Inn Resort Pattaya, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bangkok Asoke and Holiday Inn Express Bali Sunset Road, while the opening of the first Holiday Inn Express & Suites property in Singapore – situated in Novena – has grown its estate to 95 open and pipeline hotels.
The Holiday Inn brand family continues to be a phenomenal growth engine for IHG, generating around half of its global openings in 2022 and accounts for about 70% of its total estate. Famous the world over, it’s a leading choice of guests and owners everywhere.
Rajit Sukumaran, Managing Director, South East Asia & Korea, IHG Hotels & Resorts said: “It’s wonderful to see our Holiday Inn brand family continuing to grow from strength to strength in South East Asia. We opened fantastic hotels last year in Ho Tram in Vietnam, Cebu in Philippines, Koh Samui and Krabi in Thailand, and are collaborating with partners whose confidence to convert and build more properties across the region will ensure it keeps growing at pace.”
“We’re seeing great interest from owners in a wide range of destinations, including resorts where our Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts brand continues to be much loved by families and groups alike. The brand portfolio has a fantastic long-term, proven appeal, and we never stand still, our teams work closely with owners to bring to life new designs and F&B offerings that deliver memorable guest experiences, assert our competitive advantage, and create even stronger returns.”
“We are always listening to guest and owners’ feedback, and one great example of how we’re enhancing the Holiday Inn Express experience is Express Café & Bar – an all-day-dining experience that provides guests with simple-to-deliver 24/7 food and beverage options in a modern cozy environment, while maximising space efficiency and investment returns.”
“On top of this, we’re also recognising the growing popularity of longer stays and the increase in larger travelling parties by developing more Holiday Inn & Suites and Holiday Inn Express & Suites properties across our markets. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Singapore Novena, which opened in May 2023, is the first in Singapore, while the first Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel will open in Thailand at Bangkok Central Pier soon, and we’re preparing to debut Holiday Inn & Suites in Vientiane Laos in 2024.”
Across South East Asia, there are 33 open Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts properties and 26 in the pipeline. The brand provides outstanding value for guests who travel on business and require flexible work spaces, as well as families who appreciate its “Kids Stay & Eat Free” programme.
Also in the region, IHG has 22 Holiday Inn Express properties and 14 in the pipeline. The world’s largest hotel brand, it offers a simple and smart travel experience and is a fantastic option for travellers that require the basics done brilliantly.
Upcoming openings:
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Singapore Novena (opened in May 2023) - Immersed in the historic charm of Singapore's Balestier District, this is the first Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel in Singapore and offers the first Express Café & Bar in South East Asia.
- Holiday Inn Sepang – Airport – Opening this year, the 252-room hotel is a 15-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. It is a perfect choice for layover passengers, and within easy reach of Sepang International Circuit.
- Holiday Inn Resort Phuket Surin Beach - A perfect family getaway where fun meets paradise. The resort, set to be rebranded this year, is situated on the breathtaking shores of Surin Beach and offers a picturesque setting that harmoniously blends natural beauty with contemporary design.
- Holiday Inn Resort Phuket Karon Beach - Nestled along the picturesque shores of Karon Beach, renowned for its crystal-clear waters and soft sandy beaches, the resort is close to some of Phuket’s best attractions including Big Buddha and Wat Karon.
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bangkok Central Pier – With 180 contemporary rooms and suites, the hotel is a stone’s throw from the Chao Phraya River, making it the perfect base for guests to explore the city’s many attractions such as ICONSIAM, Wat Arun, Grand Palace and Khao San Road.
- Holiday Inn Resort Bali Canggu – Nestled in the heart of Canggu, the resort offers a variety of spacious room types to suit all travellers and is a five-minute walk to the beach and close to leading attractions including Tanah Lot Temple and the Seminyak Shopping district.
- Holiday Inn Lampung Bukit Randu – Located in the prime city center of Bandar Lampung, on Bukit Randu, a hill of an altitude of 200 meters above sea level, the hotel enjoys easy access to popular attractions, including the Krakatau Monument, Bumi Kedaton tourism park and Duta Wisata beach.
- Holiday Inn Express Rayong Map Ta Phut - Located in the heart of Map Ta Phut Industrial Estate, the hotel is just minutes away from some of Rayong's most popular attractions and businesses.
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About Holiday Inn
Whether it’s with friends, family or coworkers, Holiday Inn makes it easy for travelers to be there together for any moment, big or small. With thousands of locations around the world, Holiday Inn hotels deliver memorable experiences for business and leisure travelers through warm and welcoming service, contemporary design that blends the familiar with the new, and a sense of comfort unique to the brand and its iconic green sign. At Holiday Inn hotels, guests can find amenities to help them make connections, work and play, including full-service restaurants where Kids Eat Free, meeting and business facilities, bright swimming pools and flexible public spaces. For more information about the Holiday Inn brand, visit www.holidayinn.com or call 1-888-HOLIDAY. Find us on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.
About Holiday Inn Express
For travellers on the go, Holiday Inn Express provides more where it matters most – a great night’s sleep with our Restful Recharge program, focused service from genuine people, and the Express Start breakfast included in the rate, all designed to help guests feel more than ready for their day. As the fastest growing brand for IHG Hotels & Resorts, Holiday Inn Express aims to enable real, human connections for our guests by providing a simple, smart travel experience. For more information, visit www.holidayinnexpress.com, and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
