InterContinental branded residences to arrive in Northwest Vietnam with The Residences at InterContinental Sapa Resort

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) and Alphanam Group have announced their collaboration on The Residences at InterContinental Sapa Resort, marking the debut of InterContinental branded residences in Northwest Vietnam.

Location & Setting
- Situated in the Muong Hoa Valley, Lao Cai Province, one of Vietnam’s most culturally rich and scenic destinations.
- Part of the 83-hectare Alphora Muong Hoa International Resort Complex.

Project Highlights
- 79 branded villas designed to blend with the valley’s natural topography.
- Villas offer access to hotel services: dining, wellness, concierge, and hospitality experiences.
- Designed by international consultants (DP Architects, Avalon, SCSY, P Landscape).
- Each villa maximizes views while respecting cultural and environmental heritage.

Sustainability & Design
- Meets EDGE green building certification standards (energy efficiency, water conservation, carbon reduction).
- Architects from the UK and Switzerland bring expertise in mountain climates and guest expectations.

Strategic Importance
- Marks IHG’s expansion in Vietnam’s growing branded residences market.
- Expected to be the highest-altitude InterContinental branded residential villa project worldwide.
- Reinforces IHG’s strategy to grow luxury and lifestyle presence in high-potential destinations.
- IHG currently has 35 branded residential projects across 19 countries, with more in the pipeline.

Leadership Perspectives
- Bryan Chan (IHG VP, Development, SEA & Korea): emphasized the blend of InterContinental’s global legacy with Sapa’s natural beauty.
- Ms. Nguyen Ngoc My (Vice Chairwoman, Alphanam Group): stressed respect for heritage land and sustainable development.

This project positions Sapa as a new luxury residential hub, combining world-class hospitality with Vietnam’s cultural and natural richness.