Kimpton

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is a boutique hospitality brand founded in 1981 by Bill Kimpton in San Francisco. The company operates a portfolio of hotels and on-site restaurants that emphasize design-led interiors, local culture, and personalized service. A distinctive feature across many properties is pet-friendly policies and social programming, such as a daily complimentary wine hour in the lobby.

The brand grew across the United States over the following decades, developing properties in major urban markets and emphasizing independence in each property’s character. Kimpton properties are typically designed to reflect their neighborhood and offer guests experiences that prioritize local culture, atmosphere, and service over standardized branding.

In 2015, InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) acquired Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants for about 430 million dollars, integrating the brand into IHG’s portfolio while allowing it to retain a distinct boutique identity. Since the acquisition, Kimpton properties have continued to operate under the Kimpton name and participate in IHG’s loyalty programs.

Kimpton has expanded beyond its North American core to international markets, including Europe, where properties such as the Kimpton Fitzroy London have helped establish the brand outside the United States. Today, Kimpton remains focused on design-led, experiential hospitality within the IHG family, continuing to emphasize local collaboration, sustainability, and guest-centric service.