IHG Hotels and Resorts Welcomes Yas World Resort to Vignette Collection

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, welcomes Yas World Resort, previously Yas Plaza Hotels, to Vignette Collection on Yas Island.

Major Portfolio Expansion
- Yas World Resort (formerly Yas Plaza Hotels) has joined IHG's Vignette Collection on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
- Becomes the largest Vignette Collection hotel in the world.
- Strengthens IHG's growing Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio in the Middle East.

Resort Scale & Offering
- Comprises six distinct hotels within one integrated resort.
- Features more than 1,400 rooms and suites.
- Guests have access to a private beach, pools, wellness facilities, dining venues and leisure experiences.

Six Unique Hotel Concepts
- Verde – inspired by Yas Island's mangroves.
- Vista – inspired by the bay.
- Pulse – themed around motorsport and Yas Marina Circuit.
- Horizon – inspired by the marina.
- Fairway – reflects the island's golf landscape.
- Haven – designed for extended stays and added comfort.

Location Highlights
- Situated on Yas Island, home to:
- Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
- Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
- SeaWorld Yas Island
- Yas Waterworld
- Yas Marina Circuit
- Etihad Arena
- Yas Mall
- CLYMB Abu Dhabi

Leisure & Wellness Facilities
- Access to Cyan Beach, a private beachfront experience.
- Six swimming pools across the resort.
- Three spas and three kids' clubs.
- Fitness facilities, padel, tennis and squash courts.

Dining Experience
- Offers 21 food and beverage outlets across the resort.
- Includes cafés, family dining venues and specialty restaurants spread across the six hotels.

Cultural & Sustainability Initiatives
- Features "Marhaba El-Saa", an Emirati-inspired welcome experience.
- Partners with House of Artisans Abu Dhabi to showcase local craftsmanship.
- Supports Emirati artisans through curated handcrafted products and community-focused initiatives.

Executive Comments
- Haitham Mattar, Managing Director, India, Middle East & Africa, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said the addition enhances IHG's luxury portfolio and supports Abu Dhabi's tourism ambitions.
- Kapil Aggarwal, CEO, Aldar Hospitality, described the project as a key milestone in transforming Yas Island into a leading global leisure destination.

Key Takeaway
- The reimagined Yas World Resort, Vignette Collection combines six distinct hotel experiences in one destination, creating the world's largest Vignette Collection property and reinforcing Yas Island's position as a premier tourism and entertainment hub.