IHG Hotels and Resorts and Castello SGR set to debut the Kimpton brand in Rome
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the signing of a Kimpton property in Rome, bringing its Luxury & Lifestyle brand to the Italian capital.
Hotel Details
- Location: Via Veneto, one of Rome’s most prestigious districts.
- Opening: Expected in 2029.
- Rooms: 114 guestrooms.
- Features: Rooftop bar, restaurant, internal courtyard, wellness facilities, meeting/event space.
- Unique Element: Restoration and reinvention of an existing theatre into a multifunctional arts and events venue.
Strategic Importance
- Strengthens IHG’s Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio in Rome.
- Will be the third IHG hotel in Via Veneto, joining InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace and Six Senses Rome.
- Adds to IHG’s 50+ open and pipeline properties in Italy.
- Expands Kimpton’s footprint in Europe (14 open, 6 pipeline).
Ownership & Partnership
- Owned by Castello Sgr’s Rome Hotel Development Fund.
- Sole investor: 1AM Rome Prime Real Estate Development Fund.
- Castello Sgr specializes in alternative real estate investments.
Leadership Perspectives
- IHG (Willemijn Geels): Rome is a prime luxury destination; this project reflects Kimpton’s individuality and local character.
- Castello Sgr (Giampiero Schiavo): Focus on landmark experiential destinations; Rome offers unique opportunities for high‑end hospitality.
- 1 Asset Management (Tomas Langaitis & Luca Tomesani Melotti): Aim to create a landmark lifestyle hotel blending heritage with contemporary guest experiences.
Broader Context
- Second Kimpton in Italy (after Kimpton Villa Miramare Taormina).
- Reinforces IHG’s growth strategy in Southern Europe and gateway destinations.
This project is a clear signal that IHG wants to anchor Kimpton as a cultural and lifestyle brand in Europe’s major capitals, not just a boutique niche.
