LONDON, United Kingdom—IHG Resorts & Resorts launched its midscale conversion model, Garner inns, to the UK. Garner Lodge Preston Samlesbury marks a milestone for IHG’s midscale conversion model, which has seen development since its international launch in 2023.
The lodge, operated by KRO Hospitality and situated in Northern England, joins a portfolio of Garner inns in Europe. It additionally follows IHG and NOVUM Hospitality’s long-term settlement, to deliver greater than 50 Garner inns to Germany.
Garner Lodge Preston Samlesbury delivers the model’s “Made With Character” motto and is a up to date lodge with 80 guestrooms unfold throughout three flooring. At reception, a Garner function wall reveals Sketches of Humanity.
Joanna Kurowska, vice chairman and managing director, United Kingdom and Eire, IHG Resorts & Resorts, mentioned, “I’m thrilled to welcome Garner inns to the UK and Eire, IHG’s largest market in Europe. It’s arrival sees us strengthen our midscale portfolio additional by bringing a brand new model to the market to hitch our rising Vacation Inn and Vacation Inn Categorical manufacturers.”
“We’re proud to open the doorways of the primary Garner inns property in the UK,” mentioned Neelesh Chaturvedi, normal supervisor, Garner Lodge Preston Samlesbury. “Garner Lodge Preston Samlesbury is the right location for friends searching for high quality stays at an reasonably priced worth level—whether or not they’re exploring Preston or in want of a fast in a single day relaxation. I’m assured our distinctive mix of favor, service, and worth underneath the model’s ethos of ‘simple going stays that get you in your means’ shall be welcomed by friends.”
Eating choices embrace the Village Brasserie, providing regionally sourced British delicacies, whereas the Lounge Bar supplies a relaxed environment for socializing. For enterprise vacationers, the lodge has a number of convention and occasions areas for conferences, seminars, and gatherings. A Health Suite can be obtainable for friends searching for to take care of their wellness routines throughout their keep.
Positioned near the M6’s junction 31, Garner Lodge Preston Samlesbury affords entry to Preston, Manchester, Liverpool, the Lake District, and the seaside resort of Blackpool. The lodge is near enterprise hubs comparable to Samlesbury Aerodrome, residence to BAE Programs, and can be inside attain of employers like Lancashire County Council and the College of Central Lancashire.
The lodge joins IHG’s international portfolio of greater than 117 open or pipeline Garner inns because the launch of the model in 2023. In Europe, alongside 56 Garner inns set to open in Northern Europe, IHG has introduced the primary signings in Turkey and Italy.
