InterContinental Wellington Completes Health Club and Classic Rooms Renovation

InterContinental Wellington Completes Health Club and Classic Rooms Renovation

By Nithyakala Neelakandan

Published on September 15, 2024

InterContinental Wellington, a leading luxury hotel in the capital, has announced the completion of its revamped Health Club and a stylish makeover of its Classic Rooms. The transformation brings a fresh level of luxury and comfort to the hotel’s 79 Classic Rooms, which include eight accessible rooms. The renovation was done in collaboration with Auckland-based design studio Y-6, renowned for its creative approach to hospitality design.

The newly redesigned Classic Rooms feature stunning city views and upgraded furnishings. Guests can now enjoy luxurious beds, plush sofas, premium linens, and ambient lighting. Bathrooms have been enhanced with elegant porcelain tiles, black chrome fittings, double rain shower heads, and thermostatic mixers to maintain consistent water temperature. Additionally, soft robes, slippers, and high-end amenities from European brand Byredo offer guests a spa-like experience within the comfort of their rooms.

Suzanne Lear, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Y-6, shared insight into the design process, stating, "At InterContinental Wellington, we set out to create a room design that embodies the essence of this luxury brand. Our narrative centres around an intimate cloak, sheltering and protecting the guest from the often wild weather of our nation's capital. The result is a tranquil, soothing, and calm environment that envelops you with warmth and peaceful tranquillity. It balances the senses, resets the soul, and invites the discovery to begin.”

Health Club Revamp

The hotel’s Health Club has also been significantly updated. The new design features a spacious layout and includes modern wellness amenities such as an infrared sauna and an ice bath plunge pool. InterContinental Wellington is the first hotel in New Zealand to introduce the Nu-a IV sauna by Found Space, a cutting-edge technology known for its wellness benefits, commonly found in recovery centers and gyms.

The Health Club's indoor heated swimming pool, the largest hotel pool in Wellington, has been retiled with handmade Italian mosaic tiles. The pool area is equipped with new loungers and plush towels, while a handcrafted Stoked Stainless spa pool adds to the wellness experience. The gym is also fully equipped with the latest Technogym equipment, including treadmills with LCD screens, rowing machines, and weightlifting stations. The Health Club is open from 5:30 am to 9:00 pm, while the gym remains accessible 24 hours a day.

Adam Haywood, General Manager of InterContinental Wellington, commented on the renovations, stating, “The refurbishment across our Classic Rooms and Health Club marks a significant enhancement to our guest experience, bringing a new level of luxury wellness to the heart of Wellington. Our refreshed classic rooms offer an inviting blend of comfort and elegance, while our state-of-the-art fitness and wellness facilities provide a rejuvenating escape for our guests. As Wellington’s premier luxury hotel, we are thrilled to unveil these revitalised spaces, which are designed to exceed the expectations of our discerning guests and ensure their stay is nothing short of exceptional.”

Relaxation Redefined Package

In celebration of the renovations, InterContinental Wellington has launched the Relaxation Redefined package. This exclusive offer allows guests to be among the first to experience the updated Health Club and Classic Rooms. The package includes a welcome fruit bowl and a luxurious pampering gift set from Byredo. The offer is available for bookings until October 31, 2024, with stays valid from September 16, 2024, through June 30, 2025.

Award-Winning Hotel

The renovations come on the heels of several prestigious awards for InterContinental Wellington. At the 2024 World Travel Awards, the hotel was named Oceania’s Leading Conference Hotel and New Zealand’s Leading Business Hotel. Its Club InterContinental was also recognized as Oceania’s Leading Executive Club Lounge. In addition, the hotel received accolades at the 2024 World MICE Awards, securing titles as Oceania’s Best MICE Hotel and New Zealand’s Best MICE Hotel, solidifying its status as a premier destination for business and events.


Wyndham Grand Unveils a Stunning Lakeside Luxury Escape in Udaipur

Wyndham Grand Unveils a Stunning Lakeside Luxury Escape in Udaipur

By Hariharan U

Published on December 11, 2025

Udaipur welcomes a new luxury landmark as Wyndham Hotels & Resorts opens Wyndham Grand Udaipur Fatehsagar Lake, a lavish lakeside retreat set across 26 acres of scenic landscapes. Overlooking the Aravalli mountains and minutes from Fatehsagar Lake, the resort marks Wyndham’s flagship debut in India’s luxury space.

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The grand opening saw an elegant gathering of hotel leaders, industry names and special guests. A traditional Rajasthani welcome set the tone—flower showers, tika and pag rituals, followed by vibrant Kachi Ghodi dancers and live regional music. With dusk settling over the hills, the celebration moved into curated culinary experiences that showcased Udaipur’s artistic and cultural charm.

Wyndham Grand Udaipur Fatehsagar Lake represents a defining milestone in our India journey. This resort is a perfect blend of Rajasthan’s timeless charm and Wyndham’s global standards,” said Rahool Macarius, Market Managing Director – Eurasia, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.

The property mirrors Udaipur’s royal heritage, featuring 140 guestrooms and suites with Gokhda-style sit-outs, indulgent marble interiors and whirlpool bathtubs in select rooms. The upcoming Palace Wing will add 60 more rooms designed with an elevated heritage feel.

As a pure vegetarian resort, guests can enjoy Indian and global flavours at Pyaala, Shakahari and O Sian, each focusing on fresh, local ingredients.

The resort offers some of Udaipur’s most impressive event spaces, including:

  • One of the largest amphitheatres in the city

  • A lavish ballroom

  • Expansive Vintage Lawn for large gatherings under the night sky

For leisure, guests can unwind at the heated outdoor pool, indulge in wellness rituals at Zivaya Spa, or enjoy multiple sports—from tennis and badminton to cricket. Thoughtful services such as concierge support, childcare, butler service, bridal studios and even EV charging make stays seamless.

“Our goal was to create a space connected to the spirit of Udaipur, where mornings begin by the lake and evenings flow with warm Rajasthani hospitality,” the team shared.

With its blend of natural beauty, royal-inspired design and global comforts, Wyndham Grand Udaipur Fatehsagar Lake sets a fresh benchmark for luxury travel and celebrations in India’s beloved City of Lakes.


Atmosphere Core Launches ONE Atmosphere, Its New Extended-Living Brand

Atmosphere Core Launches ONE Atmosphere, Its New Extended-Living Brand

By Hariharan U

Published on December 11, 2025

Atmosphere Core has introduced its fourth brand, ONE Atmosphere, marking its entry into the extended-stay space. The new brand is designed for modern travellers who prefer a flexible lifestyle, one that combines the comfort of home, the structure of a workspace, and the convenience of hotel services.

ONE Atmosphere will offer fully serviced apartments that bring together spacious layouts, branded amenities, seamless support and design-led interiors. These spaces aim to serve today’s work–live–travel pattern, giving guests a place that adapts to different routines and longer stays.

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Speaking about the launch, Mr. Salil Panigrahi, Managing Director, Atmosphere Core, said, “As travel becomes more fluid and work becomes borderless, guests expect more than a hotel room, they expect a lifestyle solution, ONE Atmosphere is designed to meet this shift by offering a reliable model of flexible living that blends the warmth of home with the precision of hospitality.”

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The design philosophy will focus on calm materials, efficient layouts and local art, creating warm and intuitive environments across locations. Each apartment will feel residential, supported quietly by hotel-style services in the background.

Built for long stays, relocations, holidays and hybrid travel, the brand will deliver a consistent ‘ONE Experience’, supported by a wide range of work, leisure and convenience amenities under the ‘ONE Promise’.

Highlighting the growth opportunity, Mr. Sandeep Ahuja, Managing Director, ONE Atmosphere, said the segment is expanding quickly but remains fragmented. He added that the brand aims to set a strong global benchmark by combining scale with dependable, high-quality experiences, drawing from Atmosphere Core’s proven operational strengths in the Maldives.

The upcoming pipeline includes urban, metropolitan and leisure destinations across South Asia, Southeast Asia and the Gulf, with more international markets being evaluated for future expansion.


Della Resorts & Adventure Announces Its Elegant Christmas Festive Package for 2025

Della Resorts & Adventure Announces Its Elegant Christmas Festive Package for 2025

By Manu Vardhan Kannan

Published on December 10, 2025

Della Resorts & Adventure has unveiled its Christmas Festive Package for 2025, bringing the holiday season alive in a way that feels warm, thoughtful and pleasantly personal. The package offers a two-night stay, available for either 24–25 or 25–26 December, giving guests a simple but memorable festive escape.

The experience is designed around meaningful moments rather than extravagance, a stay that feels slow and unhurried, mornings that ease into a relaxed breakfast and an Adventure Day Pass that brings a playful spirit to the holiday. Guests can enjoy The Vegas Noelat, the resort’s annual Christmas production, and begin their evening at Café 24 with festive cocktails or mocktails that set the mood just right.

A Christmas Brunch becomes the highlight of the day, and every guest leaves with a traditional pudding, a nostalgic touch that adds to the charm of the celebration.

Children have their own world of December cheer with gingerbread decorating, a Santa Meet-and-Greet and curated activities designed just for them. For adults, the experience sits between a refreshing getaway and a soft festive reset, celebratory without being loud, joyful without being predictable.

The package is ideal for anyone wanting to step away from the city’s usual December rush and spend the holiday in a setting that feels warm, relaxed and a little extra special.

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