(21/05/24) IHG has signed three resorts in Turks & Caicos,
an archipelago of low-lying islands southeast of Bahamas.
Developed in partnership with owner Molo Hotel
Group and UK-based management group Lighthouse Hotel Management,
both Slominski family-owned companies, the InterContinental,
Kimpton and Hotel Indigo resorts will mark IHG’s debut on the
Caribbean island.
The three resorts are scheduled to open by 2027.
Set on Turks & Caicos’ picturesque Grace Bay, the
properties will be brought to life by Glasgow-based architecture
and interior design studio Ica, working in partnership with Turks
& Caicos-based Conservative Architecture and Miami-based landscape
architecture firm EDSA.
IHG’s three resorts in Turks & Caicos are scheduled to open by 2027
InterContinental Turks & Caicos: Boasting a
coveted beachfront location, the new-build InterContinental Turks
& Caicos will span seven
floors. The all-suite property will have 59 suites offering panoramic ocean vistas,
a ground floor restaurant and bar, outdoor pool, on-site fitness
center and signature Club InterContinental Lounge.
Kimpton Turks & Caicos: The 192-room new-build
pet-friendly
Kimpton Turks & Caicos will feature three outdoor pools as well
as a spa and fitness center; seven dining options
including a beachfront restaurant, rooftop bar, poolside bars, ice
cream and coffee parlor, juice bar as well as a ground floor
restaurant and lobby bar.
Hotel Indigo Turks & Caicos: Just steps away from
the InterContinental and Kimpton resorts outlined above, the
56-room Hotel Indigo Turks &
Caicos will be spread over one new building
as well as two existing structures that will undergo a complete
transformation. Facilities will include an on-site restaurant, lobby bar or coffee shop, while an outdoor
pool and fitness room will be available exclusively for those
staying on-property.
“As we expand IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle presence
across the Americas, we’re doing so with thoughtful intention.
Turks & Caicos is one of the Caribbean’s most spectacular
destinations, and we’re excited to mark the company’s
much-anticipated debut there with our InterContinental, Kimpton
and Hotel Indigo brands,” said Paul Adan, Regional SVP of
Development, Mexico, Latin America and Caribbean for IHG. “These stunning havens will welcome
visitors and locals alike with unique, yet complementary
experiences. We also are especially thrilled to expand our
partnership with Molo Hotel Group.”
Situated on the north coast of Turks & Caicos’
Providenciales and part of the Princess Alexandra National Park,
Grace Bay Beach often is lauded as one of the best beaches in the
world, including on TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Best of the
Best Awards.
Celebrated for its pristine turquoise waters and
soft white sand beaches, Grace Bay is protected by an
extensive barrier reef, making it an ideal destination for scuba
diving and snorkeling.
Those seeking adventure beyond the sea can enjoy Turks & Caicos’ coastal hiking trails,
bird watching and
scenic wetlands.
“We
believe that these developments will not only bolster our tourism
sector, but also significantly contribute to the overall
well-being of our society,” said Angela Musgrove, CEO of Invest
Turks and Caicos. “Attracting such investment to the
islands is essential for enhancing the economy and fostering the
growth of local enterprises through affiliations with the resorts.
Moreover, it will fortify the educational opportunities for the
local population through the close relationship and programmes
which have been established with the Turks and Caicos Islands
Community College. Invest TCI is pleased to work with Molo to
ensure that we collaborate with stakeholders so that the maximum
impact of the development can be felt within the community.”
