IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) today announces the signing of InterContinental Vilamoura – Algarve in Vilamoura, Portugal, in partnership with HDP Algarve SA.

InterContinental Vilamoura – Algarve will be the luxury brand’s fourth property in Portugal, joining InterContinental Lisbon, InterContinental Cascais-Estoril by IHG, and InterContinental Porto – Palacio Das Cardosas by IHG.

Scheduled to open in April 2027 following a comprehensive renovation from the current Crowne Plaza brand, InterContinental Vilamoura – Algarve will offer:

• 323 luxury guest rooms
• a range of restaurants and bars
• spa and wellness facilities
• extensive leisure amenities
• flexible meeting and event spaces

Located close to Vilamoura Marina, the golden Praia de Vilamoura and several renowned golf courses, the rebranded InterContinental Hotel will cater to both international leisure travelers and the growing premium meetings and events market, capitalizing on Vilamoura’s growing luxury demand.

(Mrs) Willemijn Geels, vice-president, Development, Europe, IHG Hotels & Resorts said: “We are delighted to sign InterContinental Vilamoura – Algarve, reinforcing our commitment to growing our luxury portfolio in Portugal. Vilamoura is one of Portugal’s most established and dynamic luxury resort destinations, and this signing reflects both strong owner confidence in the market and the continued demand for world‑class luxury hospitality experiences under the InterContinental brand.

It is especially rewarding to enter into this project alongside our valued long-term partners, HDP Algarve SA. This is a significant project and we look forward to welcoming guests to what promises to be an extraordinary InterContinental experience in the heart of the Algarve.”

Mario Vasco Pereira, chairman, HDP Algarve SA, commented: “We are proud to deepen our long‑standing relationship with IHG through the repositioning of this landmark resort to an InterContinental property. This transformation aligns with our vision to elevate the hotel’s offering and deliver an exceptional luxury experience that reflects the evolving profile of Vilamoura and the wider Algarve.”

Portugal continues to be one of IHG’s fastest‑growing emerging markets in Southern Europe. The signing underlines its long‑term growth ambitions in the region and builds on IHG’s strategy to expand its existing Luxury & Lifestyle presence in the country, with hotels including InterContinental Cascais-Estoril, Hotel Indigo Albufeira, Kimpton Atlântico Algarve and Six Senses Douro Valley.