MALAYSIA: IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), has marked its Vignette Collection’s brand entry into Malaysia with the signing of the Mangala Estate Kuantan, in partnership with Franky Group of Companies.
Vignette Collection is IHG’s first collection brand and offers independent owners the opportunity to retain their hotel’s unique character while benefiting from IHG’s global scale and enterprise platform.
Through its nature-led design and sustainability approach, Mangala Estate Kuantan aims to offer “meaningful stays” that both protect and celebrate its surroundings. We’ve reported on a couple of stories this year about the brand partnering with the World Literacy Foundation (see below) and also the opening of the Vignette Collection’s first property in South America, also being the first hotel in Lima to be free of single-use plastic.
Kuantan, the capital city of the state of Pahang, is one of Malaysia’s coastal destinations.
A popular tourist spot for domestic travellers seeking nature and adventure, Kuantan was the second-most-visited Malaysian destination in 2024, with 2.28 million visitors.
The property will join IHG’s system in mid-2026 before being refurbished and rebranded to Mangala Estate Kuantan, Vignette Collection by IHG in 2027.
The Mangala Estate Kuantan will feature 67 villas in a nature-rich estate of greenery and palm plantations, which is also a haven for more than 100 bird species.
Bryan Chan, vice president, development, South East Asia & Korea, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “We’re delighted to introduce Vignette Collection into Malaysia with Mangala Estate Kuantan, Vignette Collection.”
He added: “This is our first resort in Kuantan and marks IHG’s entry into Pahang. With its one-of-a-kind stay within a destination renowned for its scenic beaches and stunning waterfalls, we know that it will continue to be one of the leading hotels in the area following refurbishment and provide travellers with truly memorable stays.”
Dato’ Franky Chua, managing director and founder of the Franky Group of Companies, said: “Our vision for Mangala Estate has always been to offer an eco-luxury retreat that harmonises with its environment and community. IHG’s global reputation for excellence, together with Vignette Collection’s focus on individuality and purpose, makes this brand a perfect fit to share our story with a broader audience.”
Mangala Estate Kuantan, Vignette Collection will join a growing portfolio, including the upcoming opening of a Vignette Collection property in Ho Chi Minh City later this year.
Globally, there are 27 open Vignette Collection hotels and a 41-strong brand pipeline.
Earlier this year we reported on The Vignette Collection partnering with the World Literacy Foundation to help with its mission to eradicate illiteracy by 2040. Founded in Australia in 2003 the World Literacy Foundation operates in 50 countries globally on the principle that education is a basic human right.
IHG’s Vignette Collection partners with global literacy charity
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