IHG Surpasses One Million Open Rooms Worldwide, Ushering in a New Era of Global Luxury Travel

Source: IHG Hotels & Resorts

Reported By: Matthew Kennedy

IHG Hotels & Resorts has reached a new benchmark in global hospitality: one million open rooms across more than 6,700 hotels in over 100 countries. This isn’t just a number—it’s a reflection of decades of expansion, a rapidly growing portfolio of brands, and a hospitality model that balances scale with local nuance. Fueled by the strength of its global loyalty program, IHG One Rewards, and cutting-edge technology that personalizes each guest interaction, the brand’s latest milestone underscores a future-forward approach to luxury, comfort, and connection.

Below, we spotlight four of IHG’s most recent global openings—each one revealing the group’s evolving design language, cultural fluency, and commitment to delivering high-touch experiences tailored to place.

Eco-luxury with a coastal soul

North of Los Cabos, Kimpton Mas Olas Resort & Spa emerges as a refined retreat along Mexico’s Pacific coastline. Offering 103 guest rooms and 12 oceanfront villas—each with a private plunge pool—the resort blends understated luxury with immersive nature. Expansive views and a 25,000-square-foot spa elevate the experience, while three on-site restaurants serve cuisine rooted in regional traditions. The property has been thoughtfully designed as both a social hub and sanctuary, where guests can disconnect or dive into locally inspired programming. It’s a new benchmark for wellness-focused travel in Baja California.

Modern comforts in a timeless city

Holiday Inn makes a long-anticipated return to Kyoto with the opening of Holiday Inn Kyoto Gojo, exactly 50 years after the brand first debuted in the city. The property offers 183 contemporary guest rooms, a Japanese public bath with views across Kyoto’s storied skyline, and a casual café and bar for relaxed dining. Family travelers benefit from the Kids Stay and Eat Free program—an enduring hallmark of the Holiday Inn brand. With its modern design, central location, and thoughtful amenities, the hotel captures the duality of Kyoto: historic and forward-looking, serene and energized.

Stylish sustainability in a Mediterranean hotspot

Tucked into the heart of St. Julian’s, voco Malta presents a contemporary take on island hospitality. Steps from St. George’s Bay, the hotel offers guests rooftop views, a spa, and Lumi restaurant, which serves regionally inspired cuisine in a lively setting. The interiors nod to voco’s signature palette and playful spirit, while the operations reflect the brand’s ongoing commitment to sustainable practices—a hallmark across the voco portfolio. With its balance of urban energy and coastal leisure, voco Malta is tailored for the modern traveler who doesn’t compromise on comfort or conscience.

Design meets cultural storytelling on China’s tropical coast

Set against the backdrop of Clear Water Bay, Hotel Indigo Hainan channels the maritime traditions of the Tanka people, fusing storytelling with signature design. The hotel’s 174 rooms feature pearl tones, wave-inspired textures, and locally curated art, all anchored by a deep sense of place. Dining is centered around the Neighborhood Craft Beer and regionally elevated cuisine, while guided experiences introduce guests to the lesser-seen sides of Hainan’s island culture. In true Hotel Indigo fashion, the property immerses guests not just in a destination, but in its lived history.

For IHG, scale has never come at the expense of individuality. Each new property—be it a legacy brand or emerging concept—carries with it the brand’s broader mission of True Hospitality for Good. With the global travel landscape rapidly evolving, IHG’s ability to adapt, localize, and lead with purpose ensures that each of its one million rooms represents more than just a place to stay—it’s a place where meaningful moments happen.