IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) has signed a new InterContinental Hotels & Resorts property in Orlando, Florida.  Developed in partnership with owner Flag Luxury Group and Unicorp National Developments, InterContinental Orlando is set to open in 2028.

Located on Orlando’s renowned International Drive, the new hotel will feature 700 guestrooms, including 84 suites, as well as five restaurants and bars, including a full-service restaurant, a specialty restaurant, a lobby bar and lounge, a coffee shop, and a pool bar and grill. It will also offer 15,000 square feet of spa and wellness amenities, including a pool and fitness center, and approximately 106,000 square feet of meeting and event space in addition to a business center and signature Club InterContinental lounge.

Jolyon Bulley, chief executive officer, Americas at IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “We’re delighted to be working with Flag Luxury Group and Unicorp National Developments to bring the pioneering InterContinental brand to Orlando. The city’s energy and expansive entertainment experiences continue to make it one of the most exciting destinations in the country. InterContinental Orlando will be an incredible addition to our luxury and lifestyle portfolio in the Americas.”

Paul Kanavos, CEO of Flag Luxury Group, said: “We are excited to collaborate with the prestigious InterContinental brand and bring a touch of luxury to the iconic destination that is Orlando. This new property will not only enhance our community but will also provide guests with unforgettable experiences. Together with Unicorp National Developments (Chuck Whittall), we are dedicated to creating unique and top-notch hospitality, cuisine, and cultural offerings, and the InterContinental Orlando will be no exception.”

As the United States’ most visited destination, Orlando is celebrated for its vast entertainment offerings. Both leisure and business travelers will appreciate the hotel’s proximity to world-famous theme parks, such as Disney World and the forthcoming Universal Epic Universe, sports entertainment, distinctive dining experiences and premier shopping as well as the Orange County Convention Center.