IHG properties & Resorts, one of the world's largest hotel businesses with over 6,000 open properties in 100 countries, is pleased to announce a collaboration with MMSIHG Hotels & Resorts Land to establish the first Vignette Collection hotel in Indonesia.
Rumah Luwih Bali, featuring 74 rooms and suites, will become part of the IHG network later this year. In 2024, after an extensive refurbishment, it will fully transition into a Vignette Collection property. This beachfront luxury colonial-style resort, known for blending heritage and hospitality, will undergo a refreshing transformation to provide an authentic, immersive, and considerate stay, aligning with the expanding Vignette Collection of distinctive properties.
Rumah Luwih Bali joins the Vignette Collection, a family of unique, elegant, and captivating luxury and lifestyle hotels. Each Vignette Collection property is distinct but shares a common vision of making a positive impact on people, place, and the planet. Designed for the next generation of luxury and lifestyle travelers, each property is characterized by its unique personality and design, catering to the discerning explorer.
Chris Anklin, Senior Director, Development, Southeast Asia, and Korea, IHG Hotels & Resorts, expressed the brand's growth in Indonesia and its importance in the tourism landscape. He highlighted IHG's strong presence in Bali and the introduction of the Vignette Collection brand along Bali’s East Coast in partnership with MMS Land.
Mr. Andre Chandra Biantoro, CEO, MMS Land, spoke of the unique character and identity that Rumah Luwih brings to the Vignette Collection. He expressed confidence in the partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts, aiming to elevate the hotel experience and attract new travelers to the resort.
Nestled amidst lush greenery with stunning views of Mount Agung and the ocean, Rumah Luwih Bali is a classic colonial-style Indonesian mansion. It features 74 guest rooms and suites situated on black sand beaches with panoramic vistas of rice paddies. This hidden gem is conveniently located within an undiscovered corner of Bali, just an hour's drive from I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport. Facilities include a dining restaurant, swimming pool, meeting rooms, fitness center, and spa.
The surrounding shorelines offer opportunities for world-class diving and snorkeling, while the area provides tranquility for sunrise walks, cultural exploration, and eco-tourism activities, including white-water rafting, waterfalls, and surfing. Close to Mount Agung, it holds historical significance and boasts temples such as Tirta Gangga, Besakih, and the Water Palace.
Vignette Collection, IHG's inaugural collection brand, comprises distinctive properties in desirable urban and resort destinations where the next generation of Luxury & Lifestyle travelers can enjoy stays that intertwine responsibility, community, and locality. Rumah Luwih Bali is set to join the global Vignette Collection portfolio in 2024, alongside other prestigious properties worldwide.
The brand looks forward to reaching 100 hotels by 2031*, expanding its presence and commitment to offering unique and responsible travel experiences.
