Hotel Indigo, part of IHG Hotels and Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle collection, has strengthened its presence in Mexico with the opening of Hotel Indigo Guadalajara Expo located in Guadalajara’s historic district, Chapalita.
Founded in 1943 and inspired by the mid-19th century ‘garden city’ ideology, which stressed the importance of nature to the health of its residents, the neighbourhood of Chapalita was named after Lake Chapala and is one of the few places in the city where orioles, hummingbirds, blue jays, and other species of birds can be regularly seen. Hotel Indigo Guadalajara Expo has also embraced its neighbourhood’s notorious architectonic influence through a mix of classic Mexican and contemporary styles.
The hotel has been specifically designed to connect guests with the history and influences behind the heritage of the building.
Vice President of Hotel Indigo, Carol Hoeller, said that the company has embarked on a journey to increase its estate in the next three to five years, to 200 hotels globally.
“We are seeing an increase in desire from both our IHG One Rewards members and investors for more lifestyle brands in Mexico, so we are meeting that demand with Hotel Indigo, a brand that captures the true essence of its surroundings to offer guests a gateway into local culture and community. We are excited to bring our brand to Guadalajara, which is not only Mexico’s second largest city but a cultural and technological hub, filled with distinct culture and character, as unique as each of our hotels,” said Hoeller.
The seven-story, 162-room Hotel Indigo Guadalajara Expo, managed by Operadora Javipa, is located near Glorieta Chapalita. In this park, artists and musicians gather and celebrate the playful nature of the neighbourhood.
The General Director of Operadora Javipa said the history of our privileged location made for a dream spot for a Hotel Indigo property.
“Chapalita remains a place powered by its people. The result is local pride like no other, one which we share. Because of its proximity to the largest convention centre in Southwest Mexico, it is also a thriving business district, which means leisure and business travellers alike will find convenience, charm, and luxury right in the heart of Guadalajara; we are excited to welcome them.”
Additional hotel amenities include a fitness centre with cardio and weight-training equipment as well as a business centre, a gift shop, one ballroom with three breakouts and six rooms for meetings with different configurations that can host events of various sizes, and an auditorium.
