Kimpton Hotels, part of the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), has announced plans to expand in Europe with a new hotel in Amsterdam. The property, which is currently operating as the Crowne Plaza Amsterdam City Centre, will close for a full renovation of public areas and guestrooms before reopening as a Kimpton hotel in 2017. When completed, the hotel will offer 270 guestrooms, a bar, a restaurant, a gym, and flexible meeting spaces.
Richard Solomons, Chief Executive of IHG, said the deal reflects both Kimpton’s broad appeal and IHG’s ability to bring brands into new markets through its global reach and owner relationships. The move marks an important milestone in Kimpton’s international growth strategy.
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants became part of IHG in early 2015. The Amsterdam property will include signature Kimpton amenities designed to enhance guest comfort and convenience, such as yoga mats in guestrooms, complimentary morning beverages, and complimentary bike rentals. These features align with Kimpton’s focus on warm, design-forward service and local experiences.
At the time of this announcement, Kimpton operates 59 hotels across the United States, and the Amsterdam opening represents one of the brand’s initial steps into the European market. The conversion of an existing hotel into a Kimpton-branded property highlights IHG’s approach to expanding brand presence by transforming established properties to deliver a distinct guest experience.
The renovation will update all common areas and guest accommodations to reflect Kimpton’s design sensibility and service standards while providing amenities that meet the needs of both leisure and business travelers. The hotel’s meeting spaces and fitness facilities aim to support corporate events, social gatherings, and guests’ wellness routines. With its central location in Amsterdam and the planned enhancements, the property is positioned to attract a mix of international visitors and local guests.
Kimpton’s signature guest services—personalized hospitality, thoughtful in-room touches, and complimentary perks—will be integrated into the new hotel’s operations. By combining these brand elements with IHG’s operational scale, the Amsterdam hotel is intended to deliver a locally rooted yet consistently high-quality experience for travelers.
This expansion is part of a broader IHG strategy to diversify its brand portfolio and enter new geographies by leveraging acquisitions and strategic conversions. The Amsterdam property conversion illustrates how IHG plans to grow Kimpton’s footprint beyond the United States while retaining the brand’s character and guest-focused offerings.
As Kimpton moves into Europe, future openings may follow that build on the Amsterdam concept—bringing boutique-style design, practical in-room amenities, and neighborhood-conscious programming to new destinations. The brand’s combination of lifestyle-focused accommodations and accessible services aims to resonate with modern travelers seeking distinctive, comfortable stays.