IHG Hotels and Resorts brings luxury conversion brand Vignette Collection to London with Canary Wharf signing

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of Canary Riverside Plaza, Vignette Collection by IHG, marking the brand’s first property in London and its debut in Canary Wharf. Scheduled to open in summer 2026, the hotel will be the second Vignette Collection property in the UK&I.

Property Highlights
- Rooms & Suites: 142 guestrooms with sweeping views of the River Thames and the City.
- Facilities: Restaurant and bar, flexible meeting/event space for up to 200 guests, and access to an adjacent health club and spa.
- Location: Positioned in Canary Wharf, one of London’s most dynamic business and lifestyle hubs, with strong connectivity across the capital and international gateways.

Strategic Importance
- Strengthens IHG’s Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio in the UK, following the signing of InterContinental Manchester.
- Partnership with Yianis Group highlights IHG’s focus on conversions, with 74% of openings and 100% of signings in UK&I in Q1 2026 coming from conversions.
- Canary Wharf offers a prime setting, combining corporate demand with leisure appeal.

Stakeholder Perspectives
- Willemijn Geels (IHG VP Development, Europe): Emphasized the partnership with Yianis Group and the importance of expanding distinctive hotels in key gateway cities.
- John Christodoulou (Chairman, Yianis Group): Highlighted the alignment between Vignette Collection’s individuality and the vision for Canary Riverside Plaza, creating a landmark destination in London.

Vignette Collection Momentum
- Launched in 2021, the brand has grown rapidly with 34 hotels open and 45 in the pipeline globally, aiming for 100 hotels within a decade.
- Signature hallmarks include “Memorable Rituals” and “A Means for Good”, ensuring each property reflects its local culture and identity.
- In Europe, Vignette Collection now has six open hotels and 17 in the pipeline, including new signings in Germany and Italy.

This signing positions IHG to capture both corporate and leisure travelers in London’s Canary Wharf, while reinforcing the Vignette Collection’s ethos of individuality within a global framework.