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The Windsor Hotel TOYA Resort & Spa is joining IHG's Vignette Collection.

IHG Moves Across Middle East and Asia

November 29, 2024

The Windsor Hotel TOYA Resort & Spa is joining IHG's Vignette Collection.

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) announced the signing of Vignette Collection, Union Han, Istanbul Karakoy, marking the brand’s debut in Turkey. The converted property, owned by Cortex Turizm, will become the 16th IHG hotel in the city once it opens in the second half of 2025.

Rendering of Vignette Collection, Union Han, Istanbul Karakoy.

Vignette Collection, Union Han, Istanbul Karakoy represents a continuation of IHG’s growth momentum across Turkey, taking the total of opened and signed properties in that country to 45 hotels. The latest signing also joins a growing portfolio of Vignette Collection properties around the world, which is set to reach 100 hotels in 10 years, bolstering IHG’s luxury and lifestyle portfolio, one of the world’s largest, with nearly 900 open and signed hotels globally.

Situated in the historic Tutun Han building, the hotel will feature 51 unique, stylish guestrooms and an all-day artisan bakery and specialty food restaurant, as well as premium wellness facilities including a spa.

New Vignette Property to Open in Japan

The iconic Windsor Hotel TOYA Resort & Spa is joining the Vignette Collection brand—the second property in Japan for IHG’s newest luxury & lifestyle brand and first collection brand.

This strategic partnership with The Windsor Hotels International Co., Ltd., signals IHG’s entry into the renowned Lake Toya region of Hokkaido, the country’s second largest island—a prime destination for domestic and international travelers.

A traditional and prestigious landmark, the picturesque 386-key property—owned by the Meiji Shipping Group—will join as The Windsor Hotel TOYA, Vignette Collection in the coming months.

IHG’s Vignette Collection brand, known for its distinctive hotels that celebrate local culture and offer unique experiences, aligns perfectly with the property’s legacy and commitment to providing exceptional hospitality. Guests will enjoy its stunning location overlooking Lake Toya and range of world-class facilities, while appreciating its rich and storied history that dates back to 1993 and includes hosting the 34th G8 Summit.

The island of Hokkaido is an idyllic location renowned for its scenic beauty, hot springs and nature-focused activities such as fishing, hiking, and camping. Enjoying a unique mountaintop vantage point, The Windsor Hotel TOYA, Vignette Collection will be the only hotel to offer guests views of the Pacific Ocean and Lake Toya—a volcanic caldera lake located within Shikotsu-Toya National Park.

Featuring eight conference and meeting rooms, nine food and beverage outlets, three retail concessions, a wedding chapel, and health and recreation facilities comprising a gymnasium, salon and hot spring bath, the hotel will attract a diverse range of visitors, including leisure guests, business travellers, and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) groups. IHG’s global reach and IHG One Rewards loyalty programme will further enhance its appeal in domestic and international markets.

The Windsor Hotel TOYA, Vignette Collection, will be IHG’s second Vignette Collection in Japan joining RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka which is already in IHG’s system.

IHG Launches Atwell Suites in China

Rendering of the BEDROOM in Atwell Suites.

IHG just launched its new lifestyle brand Atwell Suites in China, aimed squarely at a younger demographic.

With the post-’90s and post-’00s generations becoming savvy and more frequent travelers, capturing younger guests has become a priority for hotel groups and brands, not to mention incentive planners looking to wow younger recipients—who generally prefer relaxed and casual to luxury, and are seeking diverse and personalized accommodation experiences.

Atwell Suites adopts the “new territorial home” design concept, using natural warm earth tones and including plants and artwork to create a comfort and a sense of aesthetics. Instead of the typical lobby, a “living room” adopts an open layout centered around a one-stop service island bridging the retail space and the welcome drink area.

Designed with youth appeal, guestrooms—known as “bedrooms”—feature cozy private spaces, work areas and smart room technology to meet the needs of younger guests. The hotel’s restaurant encourages a relaxed atmosphere for socializing, while a “social hub” leisure area features fitness equipment as well as comfortable seating and game consoles.