IHG Hotels & Resorts brings luxury conversion brand Vignette Collection to London with Canary Wharf signing
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Canary Riverside Plaza, Vignette Collection by IHG marks the brand’s debut in the capital as it continues UK&I momentum
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, announces the signing of Canary Riverside Plaza, Vignette Collection by IHG – the brand’s first property in London and second in the UK&I. Developed in partnership with Yianis Group, the signing also marks IHG’s debut in Canary Wharf, one of London’s most established and well-connected business districts.
Scheduled to open in summer 2026, Canary Riverside Plaza, Vignette Collection by IHG will offer 142 guestrooms and suites with views across the River Thames and the City, alongside a restaurant and bar, flexible meeting and events space for up to 200 guests, and access to an adjacent health club and spa. Located in Canary Wharf, one of London’s leading financial and professional services districts, the hotel is well positioned to serve corporate and leisure demand, benefiting from strong connectivity across the capital and to key international gateways in an area that continues to evolve as a dynamic commercial and lifestyle hub.
Willemijn Geels, Vice President, Development, Europe, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “We’re proud to be deepening our partnership with Yianis Group – a key contributor to the growth of our Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio in the UK&I. Building on our signing of InterContinental Manchester, together we have a shared commitment to bring distinctive hotels to key locations and we are creating a strong pipeline of high-quality developments. This latest project not only highlights IHG’s exciting growth of its Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio in the UK’s capital, but it also showcases the importance of this partnership. With Vignette Collection, we’re able to work with exceptional properties that retain their individuality and distinct style while benefiting from IHG’s global scale and enterprise platform, and London is a natural next step for the brand as we continue to expand in key gateway cities.”
John Christodoulou, Chairman, Yianis Group, added: “We are proud to be introducing Vignette Collection to London with Canary Riverside Plaza. The brand’s focus on individuality and character strongly aligns with our vision for the hotel, and we were particularly drawn to its ability to celebrate the unique identity of each property while benefiting from the strength of a global brand. Canary Wharf provides a dynamic and well-established setting for this development, and we are excited to be creating a landmark destination within this important part of the city. We look forward to continuing our partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts and delivering a distinctive experience for guests.”
Vignette Collection, IHG’s luxury conversion brand, brings together a family of one-of-a-kind properties in sought-after urban and resort locations. Each hotel retains its individual identity and story, while being united by a shared vision to offer a more authentic and considered way to travel. Through signature hallmarks such as ‘Memorable Rituals’ and ‘A Means for Good’, Vignette Collection creates purposeful guest experiences that reflect the character and culture of each destination, connecting guests with the hotel’s cultural landscape.
The brand has gained strong momentum since launching in 2021, appealing to owners of world-class Luxury & Lifestyle hotels looking to benefit quickly from IHG’s industry-leading enterprise while retaining their property’s unique character, style and name. In just four years, the brand has surpassed the halfway point towards its goal of reaching 100 hotels within a decade, with 34* open and a further 45* in the pipeline globally. This signing builds on IHG’s continued strength in conversions, with 74%* of openings and 100%* of signings in the UK&I during the first quarter of 2026 coming from conversions.
Canary Riverside Plaza, Vignette Collection will join a growing global portfolio of Vignette Collection hotels in Europe, where the brand has six* open and 17* hotels in the pipeline, including the recently signed Hotel Schloss Reinhartshausen, Vignette Collection in Germany and The Venice Times, Vignette Collection in Italy.
The hotel will strengthen IHG’s presence in the UK&I, where it is the largest global hotel company, currently operating 384* hotels with an additional 28* in development..... Read more here - Hotel Management Global Outlook Link
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