IHG Hotels & Resorts and Strategic Alliance are partnering to bring a luxury hotel property to South Australia’s Barossa wine region.
Subject to planning approval, InterContinental Barossa Resort & Spa is scheduled to open in 2028 with 150 guestrooms.
Rendering of the exterior of the InterContinental Barossa Resort & Spa planned for the Barossa region in South Australia. (Top of post) Proposed site of the property. Photos courtesy of IHG Hotels & Resorts.
“We are exceptionally excited to bring our iconic InterContinental brand to the Barossa, and would like to thank the Strategic Alliance team for partnering with us to invest in the future of South Australian tourism,” said Matt Tripolone, IHG Hotels & Resorts managing director, Australasia & Pacific. “For the first time, the Barossa will boast a globally branded luxury hotel that will serve as an indelible beacon for guests seeking an unparalleled level of luxury and sophistication. Underpinned by stunning architecture and complemented by one of the world’s most recognized brands, InterContinental Barossa Resort & Spa will be the perfect destination for wine lovers, gastronomes, and luxury escapists.”
David Cook, director of Strategic Alliance, said: “We are very pleased to be partnering with the iconic InterContinental brand and thank them for their shared vision in our Barossa project. We look forward to our continued positive engagement with IHG and the Barossa, as our team works closely with them in unlocking this opportunity and bringing this project to fruition.”
The InterContinental Barossa Resort & Spa will be located in a prime location in the heart of the Barossa, which is one of Australia’s top tourist destinations. When complete, the hotel will feature a selection of dining options, including a 130-seat signature restaurant showcasing Australia’s finest flavors and culinary experiences. It will also have a lounge bar, outdoor garden terrace, signature Club InterContinental, a pool, a comprehensive day spa, a well-equipped fitness center, and extensive conference and meeting spaces.
InterContinental Barossa Resort & Spa adds to IHG’s fast-growing Luxury & Lifestyle (L&L) portfolio and reinforces its focus on growing its presence in the region. In the Australasia Pacific L&L segment IHG has 22 open hotels and 9 in its pipeline.
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