HEATHROW HOTEL REOPENS AS DUAL BRANDED IBIS AND IBIS BUDGET HOTEL
The hotel, which originally opened as part of the Accor group in January, has undergone a redesign to bring Accor’s leading economy brand, ibis, to the property.
The hotel reopened this week offering 56 new ibis bedrooms, bringing ibis’ global PLAZA concept to Heathrow T5. The remaining 241 ibis budget rooms have also been renovated. The newly renovated hotel offers outstanding comfort at affordable rates in Heathrow.
ibis London Heathrow T5 is designed for comfort and convenience, with spacious bedrooms available for up to four guests. ibis’ PLAZA design concept offers a new contemporary and urban interior design. Each room at the friendly ibis hotel boast flat screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and contemporary design features. The hotel will feature a Charlie’s Corner bar and restaurant on the ground floor, serving both ibis and ibis budget guests, as well as locals and those transferring from T5. In addition convenient grab and go meals will be offered to guests who need to get to the airport early.
ibis London Heathrow T5 hotel is an ideal choice for leisure or business travellers who want to remain close to the airport or travel to nearby attractions as the hotel is just 15-minutes away from central London on the Heathrow Express from T5, and a short drive away from destinations such as LEGOLAND, Thorpe Park and Windsor.
Philip Lassman, Vice President of Development for Accor Northern Europe said “The renovation and reopening of this property as a dual branded ibis and ibis budget hotel is an exciting chapter in the development of both brands’ portfolio. It is yet another example of seeing these 2 successful brands sit side by side each other, enhances the offering for our guests, adds value for our partners investments and secures our 3rd UK Ibis property to open this year featuring the new Plaza bedroom concept following the opening of Ibis Bridgwater in April and Ibis London Sutton in July.”
ibis budget London Heathrow T5 offers 241 affordable and modern bedrooms. The global success of the ibis budget brand is underpinned by essential comfort at affordable rates. The hotel features free Wi-Fi as standard with attractive prices starting from £39 per room. The hotels operates elevated hygiene and prevention measures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all guests and staff in line with Accor’s ALLSAFE label certification.
About ibis budget
ibis budget is a smart choice as a basecamp for spirited urban adventures. In-the-know world explorers appreciate the brand’s comfortable and intuitive design, Sweet Bed by ibis budget, and healthy and hearty breakfast buffets. At ibis budget, guests come together around their shared passion for revered sports, and enjoy fun, easy athletic pursuits to stay energized while on the road. For those with a taste for adventure and action, the hotels of ibis budget are conveniently located near major routes, airports and a growing number of city centers. ibis budget has more than 635 hotels in 20+ countries and is continuing to expand internationally. The brand is part of Accor, a world leading hospitality group consisting of more than 5,200 properties and 10,000 food and beverage venues throughout 110 countries.
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About ibis
Since 1974, ibis has been a trailblazing brand, open and welcoming to all. ibis hotels are beloved by travelers and locals for their contemporary style, vibrant social hubs, rooms that feel like home, lively bars, satisfying dining options, and easy mobile check-in experience. The brand is known for its passion for live music, offering guests playlists curated for every mood and access to exclusive gigs with up-and-coming musicians. No matter where in the world a guest may travel, ibis always feels like the right place to be. With over 1,200 hotels in 65+ countries, ibis is recognized across the globe as the leading brand in economy hospitality. ibis is part of Accor, a world leading hospitality group consisting of more than 5,200 properties and 10,000 food and beverage venues throughout 110 countries.
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