IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has announced continued strong momentum for its avid hotels brand with nearly 50 projects approved for planning or currently under construction.

Set for global expansion, IHG’s avid hotels brand is preparing to open more than 180 hotels in the coming years. Just this week, the second and third avid hotels properties officially opened, the avid hotel Oklahoma City Airport and the avid hotel Tulsa South – Medical District. Both new hotels are located in high-demand areas, serving business and leisure travellers looking for great value hotel.

According to the brand’s latest announcement, more avid hotels are opening soon, with nine additional properties in Lancaster, Pennsylvania; Beaumont, Texas; Grovetown, Georgia; Perry, Georgia; Monona, Wisconsin; Orlando, Florida; Midland, Texas; Portland, Texas and Yukon, Oklahoma expected to open before the end of 2019.

“A compelling proof point of owner belief”

Jennifer Gribble, vice president, avid hotels, IHG, commented: “In partnership with Champion Hotels and Hi-Tech Hospitality, we are excited to grow from one to three avid hotels properties now open. The impressive construction timeline is a compelling proof point of owner belief in the brand and strong consumer demand for a hotel stay that is laser-focused on the amenities and experiences that are most important, like a great night’s sleep, cleanliness and a fresh cup of coffee with a balanced breakfast offering.”

International growth is strong as well with the first signing in Germany announced earlier in 2019, as well as multiple properties under development in Mexico and Canada.