Hotel IndigoTM to Open in Houston

InterContinental Hotels Group's newest brand expands into Texas

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. October 14, 2008

ATLANTA, GA August 1, 2005. InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), will open its third Hotel Indigo in mid-October in the heart of prestigious uptown Houston.

The hotel will be owned and managed by Driftwood Hospitality, under a license agreement with a company in the InterContinental Hotels Group.

A brand developed primarily for conversions, Hotel Indigo is designed to rejuvenate properties that aren't reaching their full potential, but are poised for success post conversion. Hotel Indigo Houston will mark the brands first non-lodging commercial property conversion.

"We're thrilled to announce that work has begun to convert this property into our first Hotel Indigo hotel in Texas," said Jim Anhut, senior vice president, brand development for the Americas, InterContinental Hotels Group. "Our 'lifestyle' boutique hotel's unique design in combination with its great location and 'guest-centric' service will create a superior hospitality experience for business and leisure travelers in Houston," said Anhut.

As a lifestyle boutique hotel, Hotel Indigo is designed to deliver superb service in a unique and intimate atmosphere. The staff is trained to provide personalized service and anticipate guests' needs rather than simply responding.

Hotel Indigo also addresses the desires of style-conscious guests who are seeking experience and quality over pure mundane functionality when traveling for business or pleasure. The soul of the retail-inspired hotel concept is renewal -- thoughtful changes that are made throughout the year to keep the hotel fresh, similar to the way retailers change their window displays. Hotel Indigo Houston's 140 guestrooms will feature renewable elements such as vivid murals, area rugs, plush duvets and slip covers that will change periodically, while public spaces will be transformed seasonally through changing artwork, foliage, murals and directional signage.

The Hotel Indigo Houston will feature signature design elements such as: oversized lobby chairs, which create a personal work or dining space within the public areas of the hotel; cozy, airy and inviting guestrooms with plush bedding, whitewashed wood furniture, hardwood flooring and spa-style showers; a "phi"tness studio with cardio equipment and free weights. The hotel will also offer complimentary wireless access in all guestrooms and public spaces.

The hotel's bistro-style restaurant, The Golden Bean, will offer seasonal, health-conscious fare and Starbucks coffee. The evening menu includes fresh salads, pizzettas, Panini sandwiches, and other entrees. Food is prepared quickly for the time-conscious traveler who wishes to eat in his room or to relax in one of the hotel's signature oversized lobby chairs.

Conveniently located to the uptown business district and Galleria, one of Houston's most popular shopping and tourist destinations, Hotel Indigo Houston will be located at 5160 Hidalgo Street.

With Hotel Indigo's phenomenal reception, it is primed for continued expansion in the United States. The first Hotel Indigo opened in Atlanta in October 2004, and a second location recently opened in Chicago's historic Gold Coast neighborhood in May. Future sites of Hotel Indigo hotels include Sarasota, Fla. and Chicago-Palatine. For more information on Hotel Indigo, or to make reservations, please visit www.hotelindigo.com.