IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) has signed an agreement with FRANKY Group of Companies to bring the first Vignette Collection hotel in Malaysia.
Located in Kuantan City in the state of Pahang, Mangala Estate Kuantan will initially retain its original name before joining IHG’s portfolio by mid-2026 to be rebranded as Mangala Estate Kuantan, Vignette Collection by IHG in 2027.
The 67-villa property will offer an all-day dining restaurant, a poolside bar, a spa, and versatile meeting spaces, accommodating up to 400 people. It will also feature two lakes for kayaking and water activities.
“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,” Bryan Chan, Vice President for Development for South East Asia & Korea at IHG Hotels & Resorts, said:
In 2024, Kuantan was the second-most-visited Malaysian destination, with 2.28 million visitors.