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InterContinental Hotels & Resorts is a luxury hotel brand created in 1946 by Pan Am founder Juan Trippe.[1] It has been part of UK-based InterContinental Hotels Group since 1998.[1] As of January 2023, there were 208 InterContinental hotels worldwide, with 70,287 rooms.[2]

Key Information

History

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Grande Hotel, Belém, Brazil, the chain's first property, seen in 1949
The InterContinental Vienna, the oldest continuously operating member of the chain, since 1964
Duna Inter-Continental Budapest, seen in 1974

Early years

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In 1945, U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Juan Trippe, President of Pan Am, discussed their concern for Latin America's need for development funds at a White House breakfast. The two men thought that one way to attract businessmen and tourists would be to offer luxury hotels in key cities.[3] Trippe contacted Statler Hotels' chief executive H.B. Callis, and his company undertook a feasibility study, but the company decided the program would be too expensive. Trippe contacted multiple other US hotel chains, but none showed interest. Roosevelt requested that Pan Am take the lead in developing 5000 hotel rooms in Latin America, with a projected cost of $50,000,000. Pan Am's profit that year was only $3 million, so a $25,000,000 line of credit was arranged for Pan Am with the Export–Import Bank of the United States.[4] Trippe agreed to form a subsidiary company to foster the implementation of the idea. The hotels would also serve to accommodate Pan Am crews and passengers in destinations where upscale hotels were not yet present.[3]

On 4 April 1946, the International Hotels Corporation was founded, with Pan Am owning a 100% stake.[4] Throughout 1946, company executives traveled to cities across Latin America on fact-finding trips to scout potential locations. In early 1947, Pan Am decided that Intercontinental Hotels Corporation would more accurately reflect the chain's eventual global goals for expansion, and the company was renamed.[4] The company signed its first lease that year, for the partially-completed Hotel Victoria Plaza in Montevideo, Uruguay. Construction there would end up continuing for more than five years.[4] Throughout 1948, more locations were scouted, and in early 1949, agreements were signed for properties in Caracas and Maracaibo, Venezuela.

On 1 May 1949, Intercontinental assumed operation of its first hotel, the 85-room Grande Hotel, in Belém, Brazil, which had been constructed in the early 20th Century.[5] On 1 January 1950, Intercontinental assumed operation of its second hotel, the Hotel Carrera, in Santiago, Chile.[6] Over the next three years, the company took over three more existing hotels – the Hotel del Prado in Barranquilla, Colombia; the Hotel Reforma in Mexico City and The Princess in Hamilton, Bermuda. In 1953, Intercontinental opened three newly constructed properties – the Hotel Victoria Plaza in Montevideo, the Hotel Tamanaco in Caracas and the Hotel del Lago in Maracaibo. That same year, they also opened the Hotel Tequendama in Bogotá, Colombia, the largest hotel in South America and the first hotel to be developed, designed and constructed completely under Intercontinental supervision.[4] All four properties were designed by the Chicago firm of Holabird, Root & Burgee. In 1955, Intercontinental purchased a 47% stake in the Hotel Nacional de Cuba, in Havana. By 1958, the chain had sixteen hotels in operation throughout Latin America and the Caribbean.[4]

Global expansion

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In 1961, Intercontinental Hotels opened its first property in the Middle East, the Phoenicia Intercontinental Beirut, in Lebanon. In 1962, the chain expanded to three more continents, assuming management of the Ducor Palace Hotel in Monrovia, Liberia in April,[7] opening the Hotel Indonesia in Jakarta, Indonesia, in July,[8] and The Southern Cross in Melbourne, Australia, in August.[9] The first properties in Europe followed in May 1963, with simultaneous openings in Dublin, Cork and Limerick, Ireland.[10] In 1964, Intercontinental became the first American hotel chain to operate in Eastern Europe, when it assumed management of the Hotel Esplanade in Zagreb, Yugoslavia. The chain would continue to be unique among western hospitality companies in operating behind the "Iron Curtain", opening properties in Budapest, Bucharest, Prague and Warsaw between 1968 and 1974.[4]

The company continued constructing new luxury hotels in Pan Am destinations around the world. In its hotel designs, Intercontinental aspired to combine Mid-century modern American luxury with decorative elements drawn from local cultures.[3] Between 1961 and 1985, Intercontinental's head designer, Neal Prince, designed interiors and branding for 135 hotels.[3][11]

The chain was officially rebranded as Inter•Continental Hotels in 1966, with the name commonly spelled with a hyphen as Inter-Continental when typed.[12]

In 1972, Inter-Continental started a line of moderately priced hotels, called Forum Hotels.[13] The first Forum property was the Lee Gardens Hotel in Hong Kong.[14] Inter-Continental opened its first hotel in the United States in 1973, when it assumed management of the Mark Hopkins Hotel in San Francisco.[15]

Post-Pan Am era

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Facing significant financial losses,[16] Pan Am sold their profitable Inter-Continental Hotels division to Grand Metropolitan on 19 August 1981 for $500 million. On 1 April 1982, the new owners merged their existing chain of 17 Grand Metropolitan Hotels into Inter-Continental and its sibling chain Forum Hotels.[17]

Later in 1982, Inter-Continental formed a joint venture with Scanticon International, a Danish company that had opened a highly successful conference hotel near Princeton, New Jersey in 1981.[18] Inter-Continental owned 80% of the business, with Scanticon controlling 20%. Additional Scanticon conference hotels were opened in Minneapolis and Denver, before InterContinental exited the joint venture in 1991.

Grand Metropolitan sold Inter-Continental Hotels to the Tokyo-based Seibu Saison Group on 1 October 1988 for $2.27 billion, for a profit of $850 million after taxes.[19] On 20 February 1998, the Saison Group sold the chain to British brewer Bass PLC, for $2.9 billion.[20]

In 2000, Bass sold its namesake brewing business, along with its name and red triangle trademark, to Interbrew, for £2.3 billion.[21] On 27 June 2001, Bass renamed itself Six Continents, focusing on its hotels and its 2000 restaurants and bars. The name Six Continents was chosen from among 10,000 staff submissions, and was already the name of the Inter-Continental Hotels loyalty club.[22] In 2003, Six Continents demerged its bar and pubs business into a separate company, Mitchells & Butlers, and the hospitality company was renamed InterContinental Hotels Group.[23] At the same time, Inter-Continental Hotels dropped the hyphen in its name and became InterContinental Hotels. The chain is one of numerous brands today within the company.

Notable properties

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InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown, located within the Wilshire Grand Center in downtown Los Angeles, is the largest InterContinental in the Americas and the tallest building in Los Angeles.[24]

InterContinental manages the Willard InterContinental Hotel in downtown Washington, D.C., two blocks east of the White House. The 178-year-old hotel has hosted many heads of state.[25]

The Inter-Continental Kabul opened in 1969, but ceased operation following the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan in 1979. The hotel continues to operate independently using the Inter-Continental name, but unaffiliated with the chain.[26]

Properties

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2003–2010

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Americas Europe,
Middle East,
& Africa		 Asia-Pacific Total
2003[27] Properties 46 63 26 135
Rooms 15,074 20,842 9,130 45,046
2004[28] Properties 44 62 26 132
Rooms 15,088 20,292 9,136 44,516
2005[29] Properties 45 65 27 137
Rooms 15,328 21,473 9,461 46,262
2006[30] Properties 49 66 33 148
Rooms 16,525 21,423 11,651 49,599
2007[31] Properties 50 62 37 149
Rooms 16,624 20,012 14,126 50,762
2008[32] Properties 55 64 40 159
Rooms 18,502 20,836 15,398 54,736
2009[33] Properties 55 65 46 166
Rooms 18,499 20,586 17,036 56,121
2010[34] Properties 56 64 51 171
Rooms 19,120 20,111 19,198 58,429

2011–2017

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Americas Europe Asia,
Middle East,
& Africa		 Greater China Total
2011[35] Properties 52 30 64 23 169
Rooms 17,598 9,664 20,425 9,911 57,598
2012[36] Properties 53 30 65 22 170
Rooms 17,756 9,394 20,791 9,373 57,314
2013[37] Properties 51 31 67 29 178
Rooms 17,453 9,525 21,383 11,742 60,103
2014[38] Properties 50 30 67 33 180
Rooms 16,897 9,372 21,424 13,542 61,235
2015[39] Properties 50 32 68 34 184
Rooms 17,109 9,886 21,238 13,807 62,040
2016[40] Properties 48 31 69 39 187
Rooms 16,408 9,724 21,203 16,315 63,650
2017[41] Properties 50 32 72 40 194
Rooms 17,578 9,889 21,902 16,629 65,998

From 2018

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Americas Europe,
Middle East,
Asia,
& Africa		 Greater China Total
2018[42] Properties 51 106 47 204
Rooms 17,753 32,299 19,229 69,281
2019[43] Properties 51 113 48 212
Rooms 17,896 33,515 19,570 70,981
2020[44] Properties 46 108 51 205
Rooms 16,789 32,474 20,678 69,941
2021[45] Properties 43 108 53 204
Rooms 15,651 32,561 21,190 69,402
2022[46] Properties 42 111 54 207
Rooms 15,541 32,861 21,404 69,806
2023[47] Properties 43 119 60 222
Rooms 15,674 34,443 23,383 73,500

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InterContinental Hotels & Resorts is the flagship and top-tier luxury hotel brand of InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) PLC, positioned as the premier luxury offering in their portfolio. It is a British-owned luxury brand recognized as the world's first international luxury chain, founded in 1946 by , the founder of Pan American World Airways, to provide upscale accommodations for international travelers. The brand pioneered luxury travel by establishing its inaugural property in , , in 1949, with subsequent expansions along Pan Am routes in during the 1950s, followed by entries into the , , , and in the . By the , InterContinental entered the U.S. market, and after ownership transitions—including Pan Am's sale of its stake in the 1980s—the brand was acquired by Bass PLC in 1998 and became part of the standalone IHG in 2003 following a corporate split. Today, InterContinental emphasizes bold exploration, cultural immersion, and world-class hospitality, blending global standards with local authenticity in historic buildings and immersive resorts across more than 60 countries. As of September 2025, the brand operates 237 hotels with 75,896 rooms, alongside 102 properties in development, positioning it as IHG's flagship luxury brand within a portfolio that encompasses nearly 6,845 hotels worldwide under 19 brands and employs approximately 385,000 colleagues globally. InterContinental's philosophy of "True Hospitality for Good" drives its commitment to sustainable practices and memorable guest experiences, including exclusive programs like the InterContinental Ambassador loyalty initiative.

Overview

Brand Description

InterContinental is a luxury hotel brand founded in 1946 by Juan Trippe, the founder of Pan American World Airways (Pan Am), to provide upscale accommodations for international air travelers at the conclusion of their journeys. This initiative aligned with Pan Am's vision of global connectivity, ensuring high-quality lodging in key destinations to enhance the travel experience for its passengers. The brand's philosophy centers on the belief that expands the mind and connects cultures, delivering modern luxury through international standards blended with local cultural immersion and meaningful experiences. This approach manifests through personalized guest interactions, cultural programming, and premium amenities including world-class spas, fine-dining restaurants, and versatile event spaces designed to immerse visitors in their surroundings. InterContinental primarily serves affluent leisure and business travelers who desire premium, cosmopolitan stays in prominent urban centers and resort locales. Within the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) portfolio, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts is IHG's flagship and top-tier luxury hotel brand, positioned as the premier luxury offering in their portfolio, situated above upscale brands like while offering a more accessible luxury tier compared to ultra-premium options such as Six Senses. The brand's visual identity is anchored by its iconic "I" logo, which originated in a scripted form in 1946 and transitioned to a sleek, minimalist during the 2003 rebranding that coincided with IHG's formation as a standalone entity.

Current Status and Footprint

As of 30 September 2025, the InterContinental brand operates 237 hotels comprising 75,896 rooms across more than 60 countries and over 200 destinations worldwide. A subsequent opening, InterContinental (149 rooms) on 1 October 2025, marked the brand's debut in , . This scale positions it as a leading luxury brand within the global market, emphasizing upscale experiences in key urban and resort locations. InterContinental is a wholly owned brand under InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) PLC, a publicly traded company headquartered in Windsor, United Kingdom. The brand primarily operates through franchise and management agreements with third-party owners, which account for the majority of its portfolio and enable scalable expansion without direct ownership of properties. In the first half of 2025, IHG achieved record openings of 207 hotels adding 31,400 rooms globally, with InterContinental contributing through developments in its luxury segment. The brand's development pipeline as of 30 September 2025 stands at 102 hotels with 26,381 rooms, including over 90 properties targeted at high-growth markets such as , the , , and . Regionally, hosts the strongest presence with 64 open properties and 24,230 rooms, followed by , the , , and (excluding ) with 125 hotels and 34,611 rooms, and the Americas with 48 hotels and 17,055 rooms; recent expansions include entry into emerging markets like via a 203-room property signed in 2024 and slated for opening in 2026. Strategically, InterContinental aligns with IHG's sustainability efforts through the Green Engage program, an online system implemented across its properties to measure and reduce environmental impact, including energy and water usage tracking. In parallel, the brand leverages digital innovations like the IHG One Rewards mobile app for personalized guest experiences, featuring AI-powered trip planning and customized recommendations to enhance loyalty and direct bookings.

History

Founding and Early Years

The InterContinental brand was established in 1946 by , founder of Pan American World Airways (), to create a network of luxury hotels supporting the surge in international air travel following . Trippe, recognizing the need for reliable accommodations along 's expanding routes, aimed to offer consistent high-end hospitality for business travelers and airline crews, with the brand name "InterContinental" deliberately chosen to evoke seamless global connectivity across continents. The inaugural property opened on January 29, 1949, after converted the existing Grande Hotel—a historic 85-room structure built in the early 1900s—into the first InterContinental in Belém, . Strategically located near the city's port and as a key entry point to the Amazon region, the hotel aligned with 's Latin American flight paths and symbolized the brand's initial focus on redeveloping established venues to quickly enter emerging markets. This opening not only marked InterContinental's debut but also highlighted its ties to , as provided initial occupancy through passenger layovers. InterContinental's early growth strategy emphasized acquiring and rebranding luxury hotels near major airports in developing regions to serve international transit passengers, leveraging Pan Am's route infrastructure for targeted expansion in . By 1954, the chain had expanded to include properties in (1949), (1951), (1953), (1953), and (1953), establishing a foundation for standardized international service. Among the brand's pioneering features were uniform luxury amenities designed for jet-age travelers, such as 24-hour for flexible meal delivery and multilingual staff trained to assist diverse clientele, ensuring cultural and convenience in unfamiliar destinations. These innovations set InterContinental apart as a forward-thinking chain attuned to the demands of global mobility. The formative period faced significant obstacles, including postwar economic instability in Latin American markets that delayed renovations and openings, as well as an inherent dependence on 's flight schedules, which exposed hotels to occupancy volatility tied to aviation demand fluctuations.

Global Expansion Under Pan Am

Under 's ownership, InterContinental's growth accelerated significantly during the , marking its transition from a Latin America-focused chain to a truly global brand. The decade saw the brand's entry into with the first properties opening in , Cork, and Limerick, , in May 1963, followed by in 1964 and , (now ), in 1964—the latter representing a pioneering foothold in amid tensions. By 1970, the portfolio had grown to over 60 properties across approximately 50 countries, reflecting 's aggressive push to align hotel development with its expanding network. This period also featured InterContinental's strategic entry into the North American market in 1973 with the Mark Hopkins InterContinental in , followed by key developments in major cities such as the InterContinental New York Barclay and properties in and . These openings were carefully selected to complement Pan Am's domestic and transatlantic routes, providing seamless luxury accommodations for passengers and crew. The brand's model emphasized integration with airline operations, prioritizing locations near major airports and urban hubs to capitalize on the jet age's boom in long-haul travel. The InterContinental London Park Lane opened in 1975. InterContinental's design philosophy under focused on creating architectural landmarks that fostered cultural immersion while maintaining consistent luxury standards. Hotels were tailored to local contexts, such as the InterContinental Paris, which incorporated French design elements like Belle Époque-inspired interiors and local artistry to evoke an authentic Parisian experience for international guests. This approach not only enhanced guest appeal but also positioned the properties as symbols of sophisticated, route-aligned hospitality. By 1980, InterContinental had reached its peak under with over 100 hotels worldwide, solidifying its reputation as an emblem of jet-age luxury travel and global connectivity. Notable milestones included the 1969 opening of the InterContinental Kabul in , which served as a diplomatic and cultural hub along 's Asian routes, and the 1971 opening of the InterContinental Tehran (now Laleh Hotel) as an entry into the . However, the 1970s oil crises introduced financial strains, as soaring fuel prices curtailed demand and pressured 's overall operations, thereby slowing InterContinental's expansion momentum toward the decade's end.

Ownership Changes and IHG Era

In 1981, Pan American World Airways sold InterContinental Hotels Corporation to the British conglomerate for $500 million, marking the end of airline ownership and initiating a period of operational consolidation under new management. This acquisition integrated InterContinental with 's existing portfolio, focusing on stabilizing the brand amid shifting global travel dynamics. However, by the late 1980s, sought to divest non-core assets; in 1988, it sold the chain to Japan's Saison Group for approximately $2.2 billion, a move driven by Saison's expansion ambitions but soon complicated by the Japanese economic downturn and the company's mounting financial pressures. The 1990s brought further transitions as Saison's woes intensified, culminating in the 1998 sale of InterContinental to British brewer and leisure firm Bass PLC for $2.9 billion, including assumed debt. Bass, aiming to build a global hospitality powerhouse, integrated the luxury brand into its growing portfolio, which already included . In 2000, Bass divested its brewing operations to concentrate on hotels, rebranding as PLC the following year. This restructuring emphasized asset-light strategies like franchising and management contracts. By 2003, demerged into two entities: InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) for the hospitality assets and for pubs and restaurants, establishing IHG as an independent company focused solely on hotels. As part of this shift, IHG unified its branding, dropping the hyphen from "Inter-Continental" to reflect a streamlined identity. Under IHG, InterContinental experienced robust post-2003 growth, primarily through , which by 2024 accounted for about 73% of IHG's overall system and drove scalable expansion without heavy capital . The brand added 25 hotels in 2024, reaching 227 properties across more than 60 countries, with a pipeline of 101 hotels. By September 2025, it operated 237 hotels with 75,896 rooms across more than 100 countries, alongside 102 properties in development. This model facilitated targeted development in high-growth regions, including luxury conversions and partnerships that enhanced the brand's prestige. In 2025, InterContinental's expansions aligned with IHG's broader milestone of surpassing 1 million open rooms worldwide, achieved through record openings of 31,400 rooms across 207 hotels in the first half of the year alone. Key initiatives included pipeline advancements like the planned 203-room , set for 2026 opening and marking the brand's return to after two decades. These developments reinforced InterContinental's position in IHG's luxury segment, contributing to system-wide growth. The brand navigated significant challenges during IHG's tenure, including the 2008 global financial recession, which pressured occupancy and revenue but was met with cost controls and selective investments that preserved core assets. The posed an even greater test, with global dropping 25.9% in Q1 2020 and an anticipated 80% decline in April, prompting IHG to implement enhanced health protocols like IHG Way of Clean standards, flexible cancellation policies, and digital contactless services to aid recovery. By 2024, IHG reported full rebound, with InterContinental's gross revenue up 3.3% to $5.3 billion, demonstrating resilience through diversified revenue streams and owner support. Sustainability has emerged as a core adaptation in the IHG era, with InterContinental aligning to IHG's Journey to Tomorrow framework targeting net-zero by 2050 across scopes 1, 2, and 3. Progress includes an 11.5% reduction in emissions per available room since 2019, alongside initiatives like low-carbon hotel designs (aiming for 100% new builds at very low/zero emissions by 2030) and partnerships for . These efforts, validated by the , position the brand to meet 46% absolute reduction goals by 2030 while addressing industry-wide decarbonization hurdles like grid reliance.

Properties

Notable Properties

The InterContinental Downtown, opened in 2017, stands as the tallest building west of at 1,100 feet and features 889 guest rooms, including 109 suites, blending modern luxury with panoramic city views. Its rooftop on the 70th floor offers sweeping vistas of , while the property houses a collection of contemporary Los Angeles-inspired art installations throughout its public spaces and accommodations. This Gold-certified hotel exemplifies the brand's commitment to sustainable urban luxury in a high-rise setting. The Willard InterContinental in , traces its origins to 1818 as one of the city's earliest luxury hotels and underwent a major renovation in 1986, restoring its opulent with limestone facades and intricate terracotta details. Known as the "Residence of Presidents," it has hosted nearly every U.S. president since in 1853, serving as a hub for political gatherings and events that shaped American history, including the drafting of the . Its 335 rooms and suites preserve historic elegance while incorporating modern amenities, underscoring its enduring role in the nation's political legacy. Situated opposite the in , the InterContinental Paris - Le Grand opened in 1862 as a Second Empire landmark, embodying Haussmannian architecture with grand marble staircases, crystal chandeliers, and preserved 19th-century salons. The property offers 458 rooms and suites, many featuring views of the Opéra, and has undergone contemporary upgrades including a and dining while maintaining its historic opulence. This iconic hotel continues to attract cultural elites, blending Parisian heritage with refined luxury. Perched on a clifftop along Vietnam's Son Tra Peninsula, the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort opened in 2012 and was designed by architect , incorporating sustainable elements like natural materials and eco-conscious landscaping to harmonize with the surrounding jungle and sea. Recognized for its eco-luxury innovations, the resort has earned awards for and offers 198 villas and suites with private pools, emphasizing and cultural immersion through Vietnamese artistry. Its dramatic setting and conservation efforts highlight the brand's focus on responsible high-end hospitality in . The InterContinental , Afghanistan's first international luxury hotel, opened in 1969 amid a period of modernization under King Zahir Shah but has operated independently since 1980 following the Soviet invasion and subsequent geopolitical turmoil. Despite retaining the InterContinental name, it severed ties with the global chain due to ongoing conflicts, including militant attacks in 2011 and 2018, yet symbolizes the brand's historical resilience in challenging environments. The property's 200 rooms have witnessed decades of political upheaval, from royal eras to control, underscoring its cultural significance in 's turbulent history.

Properties by Region

InterContinental maintains a robust presence across key global regions, with properties strategically located in major urban centers and emerging markets to cater to luxury travelers. As of 30 September 2025, the brand operates 48 properties in the , encompassing 17,055 rooms. This region demonstrates strength in the United States, particularly in gateway cities such as New York and , alongside growing footprints in , including and . Recent expansions include urban hotel conversions in , enhancing the brand's offerings in North American markets. In , the , , and excluding (EMEAA), InterContinental oversees 125 properties with 34,611 rooms, establishing major hubs in cities like , , and . The region has seen notable recent growth, including the brand's debut in in 2024 and expansions in , such as developments in . These initiatives reflect a focus on diversifying into Eastern European and African markets, as well as including around 51 properties in excluding , to capture rising demand for premium hospitality. In , the brand dominates with 64 properties and 24,230 rooms, concentrated in primary hubs such as and . Expansion in 2025 targets secondary cities like , fueled by a surge in domestic luxury travel and increasing affluence among Chinese consumers. Overall, the global portfolio totals 237 hotels with 75,896 rooms, supported by a pipeline of 102 properties in development. IHG's overall gross system growth reached 7.7% year-over-year in the first half of 2025, driven by strategic signings and openings that prioritize mixed-use developments integrating hotels with residential and retail components to maximize urban land value and guest experiences.

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