IHG Introduces Dual-Branded Property in London
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement to open a dual-branded hotel complex in Central London. The complex will include the voco hotel London – Waterloo and Hotel Indigo & Suites London – Waterloo. This project is in partnership with Palm Holdings and represents an important step for IHG as it expands in one of the world’s most vibrant cities.
The voco London – Waterloo is expected to open in the last quarter of 2028. This hotel will have 182 rooms and will be part of IHG’s fastest-growing premium brand. It aims to provide a unique and thoughtful experience for guests. Each voco hotel has its own charm, offering something different while ensuring the reliability of a global brand.
A new voco hotel will open alongside the first Hotel Indigo & Suites in Europe, expected to launch in the last quarter of 2028. Hotel Indigo & Suites London – Waterloo will have 172 rooms and will be part of IHG’s growing collection of luxury and lifestyle hotels, making it the second largest in the world. This hotel will offer guests a boutique experience and a memorable stay that reflects the unique character of the neighbourhood.
Guests at both hotels will have access to various shared amenities, including restaurants, bars, cafés, a gym, and a business centre, tailored to accommodate both leisure and business travellers.
Located in the Waterloo area of London, this place is just a short walk from famous attractions. You can easily visit the South Bank, which has the Royal Festival Hall, the London Eye, the London Aquarium, and the National Theatre. The Imperial War Museum is right across the street, and the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben are just across the river, making this area culturally rich. Many restaurants and bars are within walking distance, giving you plenty of dining and entertainment options. With Waterloo Station nearby, you can quickly access central London and other parts of the UK through regular train services.
Willemijn Geels, Vice President, Development, Europe, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “Our dual-branded property, voco London – Waterloo and Hotel Indigo & Suites London – Waterloo will mark a significant milestone in IHG’s growth across the UK and Ireland as it unites two of our celebrated brands and introduces an exciting new offering to Europe with Hotel Indigo & Suites.
We are thrilled to be strengthening our partnership with Palm Holdings through the development of this remarkable dual-branded property. Their continued trust in IHG and our diverse portfolio of brands— with the imminent opening of Garner Hotel Haymarket Edinburgh—speaks volumes about the strength of our relationship. This collaboration underscores our shared commitment to delivering distinctive, high-quality hospitality experiences that resonate with today’s travellers.
As we continue to grow IHG’s footprint across the UK and Ireland—with 363 hotels currently open and 33 more in the pipeline—we look forward to welcoming guests to both properties. We’re confident that our collaboration will deliver outstanding hospitality and create memorable experiences for every guest.”
Sheetal Kapoor, CEO of Palm Holdings, commented: “We are thrilled to be partnering once again with IHG Hotels & Resorts to introduce an exciting new hotel concept in the UK’s Capital city. Following the signing of Garner Hotel Haymarket Edinburgh, Scotland’s Capital city we remain confident in the strength of IHG’s brands and our shared commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences in some of the country’s most sought-after destinations.”
Ricky Kapoor, Managing Director of Palm Holdings, stated: “The voco and Hotel Indigo brands are renowned for their individuality and guest focus. We’re excited to bring both to London—a market where we believe they will thrive. Our goal is to create engaging, locally inspired environments that resonate with modern travellers.
Sustainability is at the forefront of this project which is why we are targeting BREEAM Excellent certification. As such, will incorporate Air Source Heat Pumps and Solar Panels—ensuring no fossil fuels are combusted on-site and operations are backed by renewable energy. We’ve assembled a world-class team to bring this project to life, including Studio Moren (Architecture and Interior Design), HTS Structural Engineers, Applied Energy MEP Consultants, Phill Allen Landscape Design, Planet Food & Beverage Consultants, DP9 Planning Consultants, TTP Transport Consultants and Gardiner and Theobold, Project Managers and Cost Consultants among others.”
Dexter Moren, Founding Partner at Studio Moren, said: “Studio Moren is delighted to be collaborating with Ricky and Sheetal Kapoor of Palm Holdings on this landmark development. It continues our long-standing collaboration with IHG and extends our hospitality and sustainability design expertise into another prime London location.”
Voco London – Waterloo will be the newest addition to the expanding portfolio of 16 existing voco hotels. This includes the recently launched voco Zeal Exeter Science Park, voco Lythe Hill Hotel & Spa, and voco Winchester. In addition, Hotel Indigo & Suites London – Waterloo will enhance IHG’s portfolio, which currently features 19 open Hotel Indigo properties. Exciting upcoming openings for this brand include Hotel Indigo London – Clerkenwell and Hotel Indigo Leeds in the coming months.
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