Milestone comes within just seven years of the brand’s inception
Bangkok, 23 June 2025: IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is celebrating the significant milestone of 100 open hotels for its voco brand within just seven years.
Launched in 2018 and known for offering distinct and thoughtful guest experiences, voco has quickly become the fastest growing brand within IHG’s Premium collection, having achieved record development activity levels across openings and signings in 2024, with properties in over 25* countries and further market entries in Thailand, Malaysia and Jamaica set for the next two years.
The brand has seen incredible growth momentum since its launch. In 2023, it had 100 open & pipeline hotels and since then has almost doubled both its system and pipeline, reflecting the strength of IHG’s enterprise platform and in line with its strategy to accelerate IHG’s ability to capture conversion opportunities. voco now has 100 hotels open across 25* countries with a further 95* properties in the pipeline.
The success of the brand comes from its flexible approach to design and an operational framework perfect for conversions, allowing owners to benefit quickly from IHG’s enterprise platform, with limited upfront costs. voco offers individual properties the opportunity to join a distinctive brand portfolio, where thoughtful, tailored enhancements create a big impact while preserving each hotel’s unique character.
Vivek Bhalla, Managing Director, South East Asia & Korea, IHG Hotels & Resorts said: “The brand’s fast expansion to 100 hotels in less than seven years is a fantastic achievement. In South East Asia & Korea, our first voco hotel opened along Singapore’s prime shopping district Orchard Road in 2022, and since then has grown to six open hotels including voco Orchard Singapore, voco Seoul Gangnam, voco Seoul Myeongdong, voco Bali Seminyak, voco Ma Belle Danang – By IHG and voco Quang Binh Resort – By IHG, and eight in the pipeline."
“We want to create brands that our guests and owners love, and as a premium hotel brand, voco is not only achieving consistently high guest satisfaction scores, but also perfectly placed to capture conversion opportunities enabling our owners to benefit from fast access to IHG’s global scale and enterprise platform."
“We have just welcomed voco Quang Binh Resort – By IHG, the first-ever voco resort globally, to one of Vietnam’s most captivating destinations and home to the world-famous Son Doong Cave. With hotels now open in Indonesia, Singapore, Korea and Vietnam —we’re just getting started and look forward to bringing voco’s signature warmth and charm to more destinations."
Anchored by the brand hallmarks ‘Come on in’, ‘Me time’, and ‘voco life’, voco creates uplifting experiences led by easy-going yet attentive hosts, voco is known for a hotel experience that is consistently thoughtful and distinct, with each property reflecting its own individual charm. These are properties where guests can enjoy something refreshingly different, underpinned by the reliability of a trusted global brand.
Recent and upcoming openings for the brand include:
voco Quang Binh Resort – By IHG | Dong Hoi, Vietnam
Opened in May 2025 voco Quang Binh Resort – by IHG is the world’s first voco resort, set along Bao Ninh Beach in Dong Hoi. With 68 Indochine-inspired suites and beachfront villas, plus a spa featuring 17 treatment rooms, it offers a peaceful, personalized escape. While on property, guests can dine on local specialties at the all-day Flamingo Restaurant, then unwind with a cocktail at Oasis Pool Bar as they take in the breathtaking Vietnamese sunset. Beyond the resort, discover the breathtaking beauty of Quang Binh—from the world’s largest cave, Son Doong, to the UNESCO-listed Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park.
voco Seoul Myeongdong | Seoul, South Korea
Located near cultural landmarks like Gyeongbokgong Palace and Namsan Tower, , voco Seoul Myeongdong is well-positioned to provide guests with the opportunity to explore the city and soak in the vibrant culture of Seoul. The hotel’s 576 guestrooms and suites offer breathtaking views of Seoul’s contemporary cityscape or panoramic views of the Namsan Tower, pampering guests with well-deserved “me time", where they can disconnect and lounge in plush beddings and savour the crisp, fresh air through their windows given the hotel’s proximity to the Namsan Mountain.
voco Bandung Setiabudi | Bandung, Indonesia
Strategically located in the heart of Setiabudi, one of Bandung’s most sought-after districts, voco Bandung Setiabudi brings a new standard of premium hospitality to Indonesia’s thriving business and leisure destination. Opening soon, the hotel features 162 stylishly appointed rooms, each thoughtfully designed for comfort and convenience, along with an inviting all-day dining restaurant, one ballroom and six flexible meeting rooms for event spaces, heated swimming pool, a well-equipped fitness centre and wellness treatment rooms, and a kids’ club.
voco Bangkok Surawong by IHG | Bangkok, Thailand
The 242-room voco Bangkok Surawong will rebrand from the former Tawanna Bangkok hotel and – following a full renovation – reopen in late 2025, ready to introduce travellers to voco hotels’ distinctive stay experience. Situated in the heart of Surawong, a bustling district near Silom and Sathorn. This will be the first voco property to open in Thailand, and is perfectly located for guests nearby popular restaurants, shopping and entertainment attractions, and within walking distance of Lumpini Park. Just a 40-minute drive from Suvarnabhumi International Airport, facilities include two restaurants and bars, more than 500 square metres of meeting rooms, an outdoor pool, gym and Kids Club.
voco Scenia Bay Nha Trang – By IHG | Nha Trang, Vietnam
The spectacular voco Scenia Bay Nha Trang – By IHG will sit at the heart of the coastal city of Nha Trang when it opens near the end of this year. The 250-key property will offer panoramic sea views across its 28 floors once it is completed and will meet the increasing demand for great stay experiences in the city best known for its pristine white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters and fresh seafood. Less than an hour’s drive from Cam Ranh International Airport, voco Scenia Bay Nha Trang – By IHG will be located within Nha Trang JSC’s largest real estate construction, part of an up-and-coming tourism masterplan development designed to unlock the area’s strong growth potential.
voco Kuching | Kuching, Malaysia
Slated to open late 2026, the 321-room voco Kuching will be the first voco property in Malaysia. Just a 15-minute drive from the city centre and five minutes from the Kuching International Airport, the hotel will provide guests with a comfortable and relaxing base to explore the wonders of Sarawak. Expect a swimming pool, an all-day-dining restaurant, lounge and a fitness centre, along with over 2,400 sqm of meeting space including a ballroom that will accommodate 1,300 people.
The rapid expansion of this upscale brand reflects the strength of IHG’s enterprise platform, through which hotel owners can grow their business by being part of IHG’s powerful enterprise, including its award winning mobile app, marketing and technology, and industry leading loyalty programme, IHG One Rewards, which has more than 145 million members*.
*Numbers as of 31 March 2025
