InterContinental Genève
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Leadership in Action Famed for being the hotel of choice for diplomats and celebrities alike, the InterContinental Geneve is internationally renowned. Business Enquirer sits down with experienced hotelier and InterContinental Genève’s General Manager, Hans Heijligers, to discuss how “ultra-luxury” is changing.
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pening in 1964, InterContinental Genève was the second hotel of the InterContinental brand to launch worldwide. Now, InterContinental is the largest luxury hotel brand in the world, making up one of 17 brands under the IHG umbrella, including Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn and Hualuxe.
Found in the heart of Geneva, the InterContinental is just 500 metres away from Palais Des Nations, the UN offices. The hotel has established itself as the perfect hub for diplomats to meet, work and rest. “One of our USPs is our meeting spaces,” shared hotel General Manager, Mr Heijligers, “they have great capacity, are flexible, and offer lots of natural light”. The hotel is a one-of-a-kind experience, designed by International Design Hall of Fame member, Tony Chi. As well as plenty to look at inside the hotel, the InterContinental Genève offers spectacular views of the city, its lakes and mountain ranges. The most unique feature of the hotel is its penthouse, The Residence. “The Residence offers an ultra-luxury experience,” said Mr Heijligers, “it was designed to entertain Heads of State, and features two kitchens, a bar and two hammams”.
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