InterContinental Motels & Resorts, a part of IHG Motels & Resorts’ luxurious and way of life portfolio, has opened its latest property, InterContinental Indianapolis. Situated within the metropolis’s downtown, InterContinental Indianapolis is close to Monument Circle and the Indiana State Capitol. The vacation spot’s first luxurious resort to open in twenty years has 170 guestrooms and suites with two eating ideas helmed by Chef Craig Baker, together with a rooftop bar, an upscale steakhouse Hyde Park, 5,000 sq. ft of assembly and occasion area, and a Penthouse Suite on a non-public flooring. Housed within the historic 100-year-old Illinois Constructing, the property was listed as one among Indiana’s 10 most endangered landmarks earlier than it was bought by domestically primarily based proprietor and developer Keystone Group. Building was accomplished by Keystone Group in 2024.
Ersal Ozdemir, proprietor and developer, Keystone Group, stated, “The opening of InterContinental Indianapolis signifies an elevation of the hospitality and tourism industries to incorporate true luxurious in one among America’s most vibrant cities. Keystone Group, with the distinguished InterContinental model, has remodeled the historic Illinois Constructing into the one luxurious lodging of its form.”
Leanne Harwood, senior vp and managing director of Luxurious & Life-style Americas, IHG Motels & Resorts, stated, “As we open the doorways to InterContinental Indianapolis with Keystone Group, we’re proud to deliver elevated experiences and create a way of discovery for the trendy luxurious traveler whereas setting a brand new customary for hospitality within the area. This gorgeous resort embodies the colourful tradition and wealthy heritage of Indianapolis, so whether or not you’re a customer exploring the vacation spot for the primary time or an area searching for to savor a superbly crafted cocktail on the rooftop, there’s something for all to get pleasure from.”
Upon arrival, visitors are welcomed into the resort by brass doorways accentuated by grillwork set towards panels. The unique components designed by architect Robush and Hunter in 1925 stay intact however refurbished with a contemporary colorway. With the addition of a complete rooftop flooring as a part of the $120 million restoration, the now 11-story resort consists of the preserved historic entry with aspects of the constructing’s craftsmanship of the previous, mixing in with a brand new cover. The resort’s exterior, a lot of which is the Illinois Constructing’s authentic structure, is comprised of granite and limestone with Moderne bas aid panels and topped with gold-glazed terra cotta cornice. Extra inside design particulars embrace Murano chandeliers and a glass chandelier that suspends three tales from the second-floor foyer, an artwork program that options items all through the resort that had been commissioned by artists with sturdy Indiana ties, and Italian marble positioned all through the general public areas.
Every of the resort’s 170 guestrooms has a walk-in bathe, with choose suites providing soaking tubs. Ensuite bogs embrace double vanities and rooms have a full moist bar. Extra in-room facilities embrace Nespresso Machines, mini bars, and Bal D’Afrique scented bathtub facilities by BYREDO.
Indiana Chef Craig Baker serves because the resort’s government chef, overseeing all meals and beverage choices, together with the brand new Astrea Rooftop Bar and Serliana. Astrea is an all-season cocktail vacation spot that includes each indoor and outside area. A cocktail-forward beverage menu consists of the Monument G&T and the Cardinal Crown. Serliana, positioned on the resort’s second flooring, is a social hub serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Baker drew inspiration from native favorites in addition to the constructing itself to create a menu of classics. Friends may dine on the present Hyde Park Steakhouse, positioned on the bottom flooring of the resort.
The resort has over 5,000 sq. ft of assembly and occasion area together with a 2,500-square-foot ballroom for weddings, galas, and company occasions in addition to an government boardroom. Catering to 4 types of weddings—reception, dinner, rooftop, and vacation spot—occasions are personalised by on-site occasion specialists.
On the resort, further facilities embrace a 24-hour health middle, providing tools together with Peloton Bikes and Row, free weights, and extra.
