IHG Hotels & Resorts continues strong growth momentum in Türkiye

Turkey

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the signing of Crowne Plaza Istanbul West in Türkiye, in partnership with Artas Turizm Isletmeciligi Sanayi ve Ticaret Limited Sirketi.

The Crowne Plaza brand has continued to go from strength to strength, building on its reputation as one of the world’s best known and loved premium hotel brands among corporate and leisure travellers alike.

The signing of Crowne Plaza Istanbul West continues IHG’s strong momentum in Türkiye, demonstrating its commitment to the market and underscoring the increasing popularity of the country as a key destination. To meet this growing demand, IHG is strategically expanding its portfolio across all brand segments in Türkiye, supported by the continued confidence owners have in IHG’s brands to deliver lasting value to its guests and owners. As a result of this growth, IHG recently signed its first Garner, Istanbul Arnavutköy in the country, boosting its presence in the Essentials segment, as well as signing Vignette Collection, Istanbul Karaköy, strengthening its Luxury and Lifestyle portfolio.

Primarily targeting international and domestic business travellers, Crowne Plaza Istanbul West will be located a short drive from the Tuyap Exhibition and Fair Centre, Ambarli Port - Istanbul’s largest container port – and the Beylikduzu Industrial Zone, home to 950 factories. Delivering on the brand’s promise to provide exceptional guest experiences rooted in blended travel, Crowne Plaza Istanbul West will also be close to Buyukcekmece Beach.

Marking another step in the brand’s ethos, Crowne Plaza Istanbul West will feature a wellness centre including a spa and fitness room. The hotel will also include an all-day dining restaurant and bar as well as several meeting and event spaces, ideal for intimate social gatherings or large corporate events.

Willemijn Geels, Vice President, Development, Europe, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “The Turkish market has gained remarkable momentum in recent years, and we are committed to sustaining this growth through differentiation and innovation. The rate at which we are signing new hotels in Türkiye is testament to IHG’s incredible in-market team who continue to work with new and existing partners to bring our brands to new locations.

We are delighted to be partnering with Artas Turizm Isletmeciligi Sanayi ve Ticaret Limited Sirketi to bring to life Crowne Plaza Istanbul West, and who have entrusted IHG’s market-leading brands, local expertise and global enterprise to deliver high returns and performance.”

As one of the world’s largest premium hotel brands, Crowne Plaza offers purposeful design underpinned by flexible spaces to work, meet and relax, while meeting the needs of guests seeking productivity, relaxation and an opportunity to connect. Crowne Plaza Istanbul West adds to the brand’s growing European portfolio of 110* open and pipeline properties.

Mr. Cem Ozan Metin, Board Member of Artas Turizm, said: “We are looking forward to bringing a new offering for both domestic and international travellers to Istanbul, with the signing of Crowne Plaza Istanbul West. Having worked alongside IHG Hotels & Resorts for nearly a decade with our Holiday Inn Istanbul Old City property, we have seen firsthand the benefits of their global expertise and local insights in catering to the diverse needs of guests visiting this dynamic city.”

IHG Hotels & Resorts operates 33 open hotels in Türkiye, across five brands including 13 Crowne Plaza properties. Crowne Plaza Istanbul West will become the 9th open and pipeline Crowne Plaza in Istanbul, also joining 17 in development across Europe, and 140 around the world.

*Numbers as of 31 December 2024