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Ruby Hotels to Open Second U.S. Property in New York City

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of Ruby New York City, a 187-room hotel on Avenue of the Americas slated for a 2027 opening. This marks the brand's second U.S. location following a Chicago signing, as part of a global plan to reach 250 hotels.

Key Takeaways

  1. 1Capitalize on the "Lean Luxury" trend by observing Ruby's entry into the competitive Manhattan market with 187 rooms.
  2. 2Leverage existing developer partnerships to facilitate international brand expansion into high-barrier gateway cities.
  3. 3Note IHG’s aggressive growth targets for the Ruby brand, aiming for 250 properties globally over the next 20 years.

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Source: Hotels Magazine

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