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IHG Hotels and Resorts has announced the official debut of its midscale conversion brand, Garner, in the UK with Garner Hotel Preston Samlesbury.
The Garner brand, which was first launched in 2023, has since seen rapid growth – with 117 hotels now open or in the pipeline.
Operated by KRO Hospitality, Garner Hotel Preston Samlesbury is a contemporary property with 80 “stylish” guestrooms spread across three floors.
Dining options at the new Garner hotel include the Village Brasserie, which offers locally-sourced British cuisine, and the Lounge Bar “for a relaxed atmosphere to social and unwind”.
The hotel also features several “versatile” conference and events spaces ideal for meetings, seminars and gatherings, as well as a fitness suite.
Conveniently located close to the M6’s junction 31, Garner Hotel Preston Samlesbury offers easy access to Preston, Manchester, Liverpool, the Lake District, and Blackpool.
Joanna Kurowska, VP and managing director of UK&I at IHG Hotels and Resorts, said: “I’m thrilled to welcome Garner hotels to the UK and Ireland, IHG’s largest market in Europe. Its arrival sees us strengthen our midscale portfolio further by bringing a new brand to the market to join our growing Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express brands.
“We proudly partner with owners who share our commitment to investing in exceptional hotels that foster long-term support for the local community. That is why we are delighted to open our first Garner hotels alongside KRO Hospitality.”
Neelesh Chaturvedi, general manager of Garner Hotel Preston Samlesbury, added: “We are proud to open the doors of the first Garner hotels property in the UK. Garner Hotel Preston Samlesbury is the perfect location for guests seeking quality stays at an affordable price point – whether they are exploring Preston and or in need of a quick overnight rest.
“I’m confident our unique blend of style, service, and value under the brand’s ethos of ‘easy going stays that get you on your way’ will be welcomed by guests.”
