Hotel Management International Co., Ltd. (Abbreviation: HMI Hotel Group / Chuo-ku, Tokyo, President & CEO: Ryutora Hira) will open "ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kochi," the first IHG brand hotel in Kochi Prefecture, on August 1, 2026 (Saturday). Hotel Exterior HMI Hotel Group has joined IHG's global portfolio with several hotels through a partnership agreement with IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG). As part of this initiative, "The Crown Palace Kochi" will be renovated and rebranded as "ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kochi," and will be developed under the ANA Crowne Plaza brand. ■ Vision for the Future ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kochi aims to be a hotel that transcends the boundaries of mere accommodation and creates new value that meets the diverse needs of modern times. By fusing IHG's global standards with the unique charm of Kochi, we will provide a comfortable and high-quality stay experience for both domestic and international guests, regardless of whether they are traveling for business or leisure. ■ ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kochi Located in the heart of Kochi City, with excellent access to major transportation hubs and commercial areas, this hotel is ideally situated as a base for business and sightseeing. With a total of 242 guest rooms, dining facilities that incorporate local ingredients and food culture, and versatile banquet facilities, we offer stays that cater to "a new form of travel where business and leisure intersect." Furthermore, based on the core values of the Crowne Plaza brand, which values "connections" with people, spaces, and the region, the design, which leverages Kochi's climate and culture, creates a comfortable space. ■ Design Concept The design of ANA Crowne Plaza Kochi is defined by an advanced vision underpinned by solid confidence, redefining the future of "blended travel (the fusion of work and vacation)" through the harmonious interplay of efficiency, productivity, and contemporary comfort. While adhering to Crowne Plaza's global design philosophy, it pre