IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan (IHG) has announced a management agreement with BHR Okinawa Management GK, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Berjaya Land Berhad, which is part of Berjaya Corporation Berhad—one of Malaysia’s leading conglomerates. This agreement marks the return of the ANA Crowne Plaza brand to Okinawa.
The ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Okinawa Uruma Hills, featuring 123 rooms, is set to join the IHG portfolio in early 2025. The property will undergo an extensive renovation to integrate signature Crowne Plaza brand elements throughout the hotel.
Previously known as ANSA Okinawa Resort, the rebranding signifies a renewed partnership between IHG and Berjaya. This collaboration builds upon their prior successes in Vietnam and represents their first joint venture in Japan.
Abhijay Sandilya, CEO, IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan, and Managing Director, IHG Hotels & Resorts Japan & Micronesia, said: “With plans to double our portfolio in Japan, this signing with Berjaya Land Berhad is another important milestone for IHG in realising our ambition. It’s wonderful to be reigniting our relationship with the Berjaya team with our first hotel agreement in Japan.
“Joining the portfolio of one of the world’s largest premium hotel brands and the largest international premium brand in Japan, ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Okinawa Uruma Hills will benefit from IHG’s powerful global enterprise which will enable it to attract new guests and deliver stronger returns.
“We look forward to working with the Berjaya team to return the ANA Crowne Plaza brand to Okinawa and grow our partnership in the years ahead.”
Syed Ali Shahul Hameed, Group Chief Executive Officer of Berjaya Land Berhad, said: “We are thrilled to deepen our collaboration with the globally renowned IHG brand through this partnership in Japan. The rebranding of ANSA Okinawa Resort to ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Okinawa Uruma Hills marks an exciting milestone, aligning with IHG’s exceptional standards and international network.
“This strategic move is poised to unlock new opportunities, elevate guest experiences, and deliver substantial benefits as the property integrates into the IHG system. With our extensive expansion plans in Japan, we are committed to strengthening our footprint across the country and further solidifying our successful partnership with IHG.”
Situated on Okinawa’s main island, the ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Okinawa Uruma Hills will provide guests with breathtaking views of both the East China Sea and the Pacific Ocean. Its location offers convenient access to a nearby golf course and popular cultural landmarks, including Zakimi Gusuku Castle and the Onna-son Community Centre.
Just a 45-minute drive from Naha Airport, the resort will feature a range of amenities, including an outdoor swimming pool, a gym, a karaoke room, a restaurant, a bar, meeting spaces, a ballroom, and a car park.
The ANA Crowne Plaza Resort Okinawa Uruma Hills will be the third IHG property in Okinawa, joining the ANA InterContinental Manza Beach Resort and the ANA InterContinental Ishigaki Resort.
As one of the world’s leading premium hotel brands, Crowne Plaza operates in key locations such as gateway cities, airports, resorts, and suburban areas. In Japan, there are currently 20 ANA Crowne Plaza hotels in operation, with three more in development. Globally, the brand boasts 413 open hotels and 146 properties in its pipeline.
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