IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the debut of Garner Hotels in Greater China. The midscale to upper-midscale brand operates on a conversion-friendly model, allowing owners to adapt existing properties with light, medium, or heavy renovation options.
Since its global launch in 2023, Garner has expanded to more than 100 hotels worldwide. Its entry into Greater China represents the next phase of the brand’s global expansion. The first property in the region, Garner Beijing 798 Art District, is now open. Additional signings have been confirmed in Shanghai Lujiazui, Chongqing Jiefangbei and Hangzhou West Lake.
“Having maintained a long-standing presence in Greater China, we have observed the industry enter a more refined stage of development,” said Daniel Aylmer, CEO of IHG Greater China. “The introduction of Garner hotels to the region demonstrates our deep commitment to this market and reflects how we are responding to the growing demand for conversions. Garner strengthens our portfolio in the conversion market, complementing our luxury and lifestyle brand, Vignette Collection, and our premium brand, voco, to offer a broader set of solutions across different markets and project types. Its high adaptability and flexible conversion model enable a strong balance between investment efficiency and guest experience. We look forward to supporting owners in building more resilient and sustainable investment models while contributing to the high-quality growth of the hospitality sector in Greater China.”
Each Garner property connects to IHG’s global platform, including access to more than 160 million IHG One Rewards members, along with its distribution network, revenue management systems and digital marketing capabilities.
Guest experience at Garner properties is built around three pillars: flexible scheduling with extended breakfast hours and 24-hour delivery services; self-serve beverage stations and varied breakfast options; and interactive guest touchpoints including welcome treats and community voting.