IHG Hotels and Resorts Signs Second Holiday Inn Express in Japan

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of its second Holiday Inn Express in Japan, strengthening its presence in the country’s fast-growing midscale segment.

Holiday Inn Express Sapporo Susukino
- Location: Central Susukino, Sapporo’s vibrant entertainment and dining district.
- Opening: Scheduled for July 2026 after extensive renovation.
- Size: 223 rooms, making it the first Holiday Inn Express in Hokkaido.
- Design: Will feature the brand’s Generation 5 design, focused on smart, efficient stays.
- Facilities: Express Café, fitness centre, guest laundry, and complimentary hot breakfast.

Strategic Importance
- Sapporo is seeing strong domestic and international visitor growth, making it a key tourism hub.
- This project is a conversion, reflecting IHG’s momentum in Japan where all 2026 openings are conversions.
- Partnership with Mitsubishi Corporation Urban Development, Tokyo Tatemono, and The Sankei Building marks IHG’s first collaboration with these developers.

Broader Context
- Holiday Inn Express is IHG’s fastest-growing Essentials brand, with 3,292 open hotels and 655 in the pipeline globally.
- IHG currently operates 59 hotels across 10 brands in Japan, with 24 more in the pipeline.

This signing positions IHG to capture both leisure and business travelers in Sapporo, while expanding the reach of Holiday Inn Express in Japan’s competitive hospitality market.