InterContinental Wellington has unveiled its newly revamped Health Club and a stylish makeover of its Classic Rooms.
Bringing a new level of luxury to its 79 Classic Rooms, including eight accessible rooms, the hotel has re-styled the spaces in collaboration with Auckland based Y-6, an acclaimed Interior Architecture and Design studio known for its narrative-driven approach to hospitality design.
The new-look Classic Rooms, which feature Wellington’s city views, now include all-new soft furnishings, including beds, sofas, premium linens, plush carpets, and ambient lighting. Bathrooms have been upgraded with timeless porcelain tiles, elegant black chrome fittings, double rain shower heads, and thermostatic mixers for consistent water temperature.
Soft robes, slippers and amenities by European brand Byredo, offer guests a spa-like experience in the privacy of their own room.
“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,” says Y6 co-founder and creative director, Suzanne Lear.
Refreshed Health Club
InterContinental Wellington’s Health Club has undergone a significant transformation, featuring a spacious new layout, modernised design, and the addition of an infrared sauna and ice bath plunge pool to enhance guest well-being. The hotel is believed to be the first in New Zealand to offer the state-of-the-art Nu-a IV sauna by Found Space, leaders in hormetic technologies that are already popular in recovery centres, gyms and workspaces.
The indoor heated swimming pool – the largest hotel pool in Wellington – enclosed by conservatory-like windows with stunning cityscape views, has been retiled with handmade Italian mosaic tiles in shimmering grey blues, copper, and white accents. The pool area also features new loungers and plush towels. A handcrafted Stoked Stainless spa pool completes the new Health Club’s upgraded wellness amenities.
The gymnasium features the latest Technogym equipment, including cardio machines, treadmills with LCD screens, rowing machines, and weightlifting stations. The Health Club’s pools, and sauna are open from 5:30 am to 9:00 pm, while the gym is accessible 24 hours a day, ensuring guests can maintain their wellness routines at their convenience.
Adam Haywood, General Manager of InterContinental Wellington says the refurbishment across the hotel’s Classic Rooms and Health Club marks a significant enhancement to 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.”
Award-winning Hotel
InterContinental Wellington has been honoured with several prestigious accolades at the 2024 World Travel Awards, reinforcing its position as a leader in New Zealand’s hospitality industry. The hotel was named Oceania’s Leading Conference Hotel and New Zealand’s Leading Business Hotel, while its Club InterContinental was recognised as Oceania’s Leading Executive Club Lounge. In addition, the property excelled at the 2024 World MICE Awards, securing titles as Oceania’s Best MICE Hotel and New Zealand’s Best MICE Hotel, solidifying its reputation as a premier destination for business and events.
