IHG’s avid hotels Reach 80th Milestone Opening
avid hotels by IHG has opened its 80th location, the avid hotel in Coralville – Iowa City. This is the brand’s second hotel in Iowa and the fourth in the U.S. that features both avid hotels and Candlewood Suites, following the first prototype launched in 2021. Avid Hotels is IHG’s second-largest brand and the fastest-growing new hotel brand. There are currently 131 hotels being built. Avid Hotels focuses on what matters to guests and owners: a great night’s sleep and high quality at a fair price.
Karen Gilbride, Vice President of avid hotels, Atwell Suites & Garner Hotels, said: “avid hotels consistently drive strong commercial results and guest loyalty – reflected in some of the highest guest satisfaction scores within the IHG portfolio. Its approach is simple, yet effective. Since opening our first property in 2018, we’ve grown to 80 hotels and are accelerating our momentum — expanding into new markets and strengthening our presence in existing ones. It’s clear that our ‘just right’ strategy continues to resonate with both guests and owners. Looking ahead, we remain focused on enhancing owner returns and elevating the guest experience wherever possible. One key initiative for this year is our revamped breakfast offering, delivering more of what our guests want at a reduced operating cost to owners, which we’re excited to roll out at avid hotel Coralville – Iowa City.”
The 71-room avid hotel Coralville—Iowa City is owned by Westcor JD Royal Hospitality. It is located near the University of Iowa and attractions like the Antique Car Museum of Iowa. The hotel offers everything that guests expect, including quiet rooms for a good night’s sleep, a fitness centre, and a complimentary breakfast. The breakfast has a variety of options, such as scrambled eggs, proteins, potatoes, and premium bean-to-cup coffee, helping guests start their day off right.
Mona and Pankaj Patel, Owners, Westcor JD Royal Hospitality commented: “We’re proud to introduce the first avid and Candlewood Suites dual-brand property to Coralville as this hotel is one of the largest of its kind in the United States. This modern pairing is thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of both short-term and extended-stay guests, delivering a stay that feels just right. At avid hotel Coralville – Iowa City, every detail is focused on the all-important essentials – no matter where your travels take you.”
Along with avid hotel Coralville – Iowa City, other recent openings and locations that will soon welcome guests include:
- Opened in February 2025 under the operation of Inmobiliaria Flecha Amarilla, avid hotel Queretaro Centro Sur features 118 guestrooms. Here, guests can enjoy convenient access to notable local attractions, including the historic Aqueduct of Santiago de Querétaro and the Teatro Metropolitano.
- The 80-room avid hotel Harrisburg NE—Hershey Area opened in February 2025 under SNP Management, LLC, is within easy reach of Hersheypark and the iconic Hershey’s Chocolate World.
- Set to become the brand’s first location in California, avid hotel Victorville – Hesperia will open under Score Hospitality Inc. Its prime location offers guests easy access to Mojave Narrows Regional Park and the iconic Route 66 Museum
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