IHG Hotels & Resorts introduces Apple AirPlay to its North American hotels, allowing guests to stream content from their iPhones or iPads directly to their in-room TVs

BY DaMarko Webster

IHG Hotels & Resorts, a global hospitality leader, introduces AirPlay in the initial phase of hotel rooms, allowing guests to privately and securely stream content from their iPhone or iPad to the TV in their guest rooms. AirPlay is now accessible at over 60 hotels across North America, including esteemed properties like InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta, Hotel Indigo NYC Downtown – Wall Street, and Holiday Inn & Suites Ottawa Kanata.

IHG sets a precedent as the first hospitality company to offer AirPlay functionality as part of its in-room entertainment experience. This feature not only facilitates seamless connectivity but also elevates the overall guest experience, leading to increased satisfaction. Guests can effortlessly connect to the hotel’s Wi-Fi network by scanning a unique QR code, ensuring their content remains personal and private, streaming solely to the LG hotel TV in their room.

Jolie Fleming, Chief Product & Technology Officer at IHG Hotels & Resorts, expressed, “When people travel, they seek the comforts of home, such as watching their favorite shows or finishing a movie they started. As the pioneer in integrating AirPlay, IHG Hotels & Resorts is at the forefront of personalizing the guest experience, enabling guests to enjoy content seamlessly and securely on their in-room TV. Whether guests are traveling for business or leisure, this offering promises to become a beloved feature, fostering a home-away-from-home entertainment ambiance like never before.”

IHG Hotels & Resorts remains committed to enriching guest experiences by investing in transformative technologies. The integration of AirPlay in hotel rooms not only enhances the guest experience but also adds value for hotel owners while improving operational efficiency through innovative partnerships and solutions.