Hotel Indigo, part of the IHG Hotels & Resorts luxury and lifestyle collection, continues to strengthen its presence in Mexico with the opening of the Hotel Indigo Guadalajara Expo, located in the historic Chapalita district of Guadalajara.
Just as no place is the same, no two Hotel Indigo properties are the same. Founded in 1943 and inspired by the "garden city" ideology of the mid-19th century, which emphasized the importance of nature for the health of its residents, the Chapalita neighborhood, named after Lake Chapala, remains one of the places in the city where many species of birds are still regularly seen flitting among the trees, due to the preservation of their habitat.
Originally built for the 1970 World Cup, this hotel hosted Pelé and the Brazilian national team during their visit at the time. Today, after a fantastic renovation, it has been taken to a new level of design that resonates with its legacy, helping guests understand and connect with the property's history, to experience a truly immersive stay in the neighborhood.
Carol Hoeller, Vice President of Hotel Indigo, commented: "We have embarked on a journey to grow our portfolio over the next three to five years to 200 hotels worldwide and we are seeing an increase in appetite from both our IHG One Rewards loyalty program, as among the 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 environment to offer guests a gateway to the local culture and community. We are excited to arrive in Guadalajara, a cultural and technological center, imbued with a distinctive character, as unique as each of our hotels."
Beyond its abundance of green areas, Chapalita is a neighborhood with a vibrant community life.
The seven-story, 162-room Hotel Indigo Guadalajara Expo, managed by Operadora Javipa, is located near the Glorieta Chapalita, a park where artists and musicians gather and celebrate the playful nature of the neighborhood. Other nearby sights not to be missed include several famous fountains, such as Hermana Agua, designed by Mexico's most influential avant-garde architect, Fernando González Gortázar, and the impressive collection of art deco modernist buildings, including Finca Las Rosas, designed by Luis Barragán , which now houses a boutique, a cafeteria and a terrace for events that allows you to get a closer look at one of the most joyful creations of this prolific architect.
The Director of Operadora Javipa, said: "The magnificent history of our property makes it a dream location for a Hotel Indigo property, which celebrates and uplifts the communities in which it is located. Chapalita continues to be a place powered by its people. , the result is a local pride like no other, which we share.Because of its proximity to the largest convention center
in southwestern Mexico, it is also a thriving business district, which means leisure and business travelers alike will find convenience, charm and luxury, right in the heart of Guadalajara, we are very excited to welcome you."
Guadalajara is famous for its culinary delights, and Hotel Indigo Guadalajara Expo embraces this aspect wholeheartedly by showcasing the flavors and ingredients that define local cuisine at its JAL Cocina de Raíz restaurant and terrace bar Setenta - a nod to the property's historic ties to soccer - offering unparalleled views of the city.
Additional hotel amenities include a fitness center with cardio and weight-training equipment, as well as a business center, a gift shop, a ballroom with three breakout rooms, and six meeting rooms with different configurations that can accommodate groups of various sizes, and an auditorium.
With their stay, guests will also have access to IHG One Rewards, a world-class loyalty program that is focused on its members, giving them better benefits and more ways to earn than ever before, all powered by the leading technology of their new app. mobile.
Hotel Indigo has 143 hotels open worldwide, with another 128 in development.* Recent and upcoming openings include Hotel Indigo Galapagos, Hotel Indigo Panama City Marina, Hotel Indigo Bordeaux Center Chartrons, Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya, and Hotel Indigo La Paz* Figures as of July 31, 2023.
For more information or to book a stay, visit the Hotel Indigo Guadalajara Expo website.