IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is bringing back one of its iconic luxury brands to the Philippines with the signing of InterContinental Manila.
Scheduled to open in 2032, the 212-key hotel will mark InterContinental’s return to the vibrant and historic capital after more than 15 years, reaffirming IHG’s long-term commitment to the country’s tourism growth. InterContinental Manila will join the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand, offering a luxury travel experience tailored for the modern traveler.
Photo: IHG Hotels & Resorts
InterContinental Manila will be located in Bonifacio Global City (BGC)—also known as Global City or The Fort—a 240-hectare master-planned district that has transformed from a former military base into one of Metro Manila’s most modern business hubs. BGC is home to the Philippine Stock Exchange, leading multinational corporations, and some of the country’s tallest and most iconic landmarks.
The hotel will offer an array of exceptional amenities, including an all-day dining restaurant, a signature specialty restaurant, and a bar. Guests can also take advantage of versatile meeting and event spaces, including a ballroom, function rooms, and meeting rooms. For relaxation and wellness, the property will feature a fully equipped health club and spa, complemented by an outdoor swimming pool with a poolside bar.
Photo: IHG Hotels & Resorts
Vivek Bhalla, managing director for Southeast Asia & Korea, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said:
“The InterContinental brand has a storied history in Manila, having first opened in the city in 1969. For 46 years, it was a symbol of luxury and a hotel icon. Reintroducing InterContinental to Manila is a significant milestone and a perfect fit for the city, which has strong long-term fundamentals and increasing demand for luxury travel. This signing reinforces our commitment to expanding our Luxury & Lifestyle presence across the Philippines and the wider region.”
IHG is partnering with Keyland Corporation, Philippine Realty and Holdings Corporation, and Greenhills Properties Inc. to bring InterContinental back to Manila. An award-winning developer, Keyland has delivered residential and commercial developments across key urban centers, including Makati, Alabang, Las Piñas, and Ortigas, and is expanding into the hospitality sector, driven by growing demand for premium travel experiences. Philippine Realty and Holdings Corporation, on the other hand, is engaged in property development, sales, leasing, and property management, and has developed upscale residential condominium projects in Ortigas Center, Quezon City, and BGC, as well as office and commercial properties in Ortigas Center. Greenhills Properties Inc. is likewise involved in property development, sales, and leasing, and owns premium properties in BGC.
Jose Ma. Montinola, president of Keyland Corporation, said:
“Partnering with IHG to bring a globally recognized and well-loved brand such as InterContinental to Manila marks an exciting new chapter for our partnership. We are immensely proud to build on the brand’s storied legacy in Manila and to play an integral role in its return to the capital, delivering a standout hotel that honors its past while setting a new benchmark for luxury stays in the city.”
InterContinental Manila will join a global portfolio of more than 240 InterContinental hotels and resorts worldwide, alongside a growing pipeline of two properties in the Philippines and 104 hotels globally. This year, InterContinental celebrates its 80th anniversary and continues to set the benchmark for luxury hospitality.
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