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IHG opens first Hotel Indigo in the capital

20th January 2009, 10:44am

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has opened the doors of Hotel Indigo London Paddington today - the first Hotel Indigo outside North America - and will open three more Hotel Indigo properties in the city.

With 21 hotels open in North America, and 56 hotels in the global development pipeline, the opening of the Hotel Indigo London Paddington marks the start of the global brand roll-out.

Speaking at the opening Andy Cosslett, chief executive, IHG, said: "Hotel Indigo combines the feel of a boutique hotel with the benefits of a large hotel group, including our reservation systems and loyalty programme. Hotel Indigo suits converting existing buildings as each hotel is designed to be different. Conversions generally require less financing and can be up and running more quickly than new build hotels, which is an attractive option for owners given the current economic conditions."

Koolesh Shah, managing director, London Town Hotels, said: "Over the last few years new businesses have put down roots in Paddington and we've seen a surge in the number of people looking for a place to stay. Our hotel will attract a new type of guest who is looking for something a little bit different."

IHG also announced that it has signed a contract with City Site Estates to open three more Hotel Indigo properties in London by 2012:

Cannon Street

A 38 room, five storey townhouse with a 70 sqm roof garden, a gym and a restaurant.

Philpot Lane

A 43 room, five floor conversion with a street front restaurant, bar and gym.

Kensington Church Street
A 51 room, four storey conversion with a restaurant and gym.

Jim McCain, group property director, City Site Estates, said: "There's a gap in the market for a boutique hotel for business and leisure travellers who want to stay in the heart of the City. We plan to have all three Hotel Indigo hotels open and ready for business by 2012.

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