InterContinental Hotels Group’s (IHG) Hotel Indigo brand has opened its third hotel in the New York Metro area, the 108-room Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown.
The hotel is in the historic National State Bank Building and sits on one of the busiest corners in New Jersey. The boutique property celebrates Newark’s history of innovation and commerce, telling the story of modern innovation over time, including Thomas Edison’s work to invent the stock ticker. The hotel is helping to further the area’s revitalization efforts as it continues to develop as a vibrant and cosmopolitan destination.
“The Hotel Indigo brand is uniquely designed to reflect the local culture, character, and history of the neighborhoods where our hotels are located,” says Adam Glickman, brand experience director of lifestyle brands for IHG. “In the 19th century, every block of Newark boomed with innovators across a variety of industries such as tanneries, breweries, and mass communication. Guests will be inspired by the neighborhood story uncovered within the Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown, which captures the rise of modern industry within a stylish boutique hotel setting.”
The Newark neighborhood story is brought to life within the hotel through the art, photography, and architecture incorporated into its design. A mosaic tile mural of Edison’s ticker tape writer displayed in the lobby was created by local artists from Glass Roots, a local community organization dedicated to promoting youth development through the arts. Additionally, the historic nature of the building, which dates back to 1912, is preserved through the exposed brick visible in guestrooms and public areas, with the furniture and upholstery embodying a vintage feel.
