Introducing InterContinental Grand Ankara - Heritage meets modern luxury in the heart of Türkiye’s capital

The newly opened InterContinental Grand Ankara is a striking transformation of one of Türkiye’s most iconic addresses, originally known as The Grand Ankara Hotel since 1966. Now part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury & lifestyle portfolio, it represents a new era of luxury hospitality in the capital.

Location:
At the heart of Ankara’s diplomatic and business district, directly across from the Turkish Grand National Assembly, with easy access to cultural landmarks like Anıtkabir and Ankara Castle.

Design & Rooms:
342 guestrooms designed for restorative stays, blending contemporary calm with subtle local influences. Extended-stay Luxury Apartment Suites feature kitchens and residential layouts.

Culinary Excellence:
- LOQQANTA 06 – led by award-winning Chef Emre İnanır, combining global influences with Anatolian ingredients.
- Lobby Bar – crafted cocktails, premium wines, and light bites.

Wellness:
A 1,500 sq. m. spa with indoor/outdoor pools and treatments inspired by Turkish and global traditions.

Events & Occasions:
Three ballrooms (up to 1,200 guests) and 15 meeting rooms, positioning the hotel as a hub for diplomatic and social events.

Insider Access:
InterContinental’s signature Concierge curates cultural itineraries, connecting guests to Ankara’s evolving social and culinary scene.

Global Context
InterContinental Grand Ankara joins a portfolio of over 240 InterContinental hotels in nearly 70 countries, reinforcing IHG’s accelerated expansion across Europe. Guests also benefit from the IHG One Rewards ecosystem, one of the world’s largest loyalty programs.

This opening is not just about luxury accommodation — it’s about positioning Ankara as a destination city, blending heritage, diplomacy, gastronomy, and modern hospitality.