The property wide transformation at the Crowne Plaza by IHG Bowling Green introduces a more connected and flexible experience for meetings, business travel and leisure stays.
BOWLING GREEN, Ky., Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Atrium Hospitality, one of the nation's largest hotel operators, proudly announces the completion of a full-property renovation and the conversion of Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green by IHG to Crowne Plaza by IHG Bowling Green. The transformation marks an exciting new chapter for the 218-room hotel. Every guest room and suite, meeting venue and public space has been renewed, creating a premium experience for business travelers, groups and leisure guests.
Part of IHG Hotels & Resorts' premium portfolio, Crowne Plaza is a globally trusted upscale brand with purpose-driven design, thoughtful amenities and service focused on connection. For guests, the conversion brings a more flexible full-service experience with inviting spaces for meeting, focusing, gathering and recharging. Guests also continue to enjoy access to IHG One Rewards, one of the world's largest hotel loyalty programs.
"Bowling Green has long known this hotel as a place where people come together, and we are thrilled to begin its next chapter as a Crowne Plaza," said Megan Wallstrom, General Manager of Crowne Plaza by IHG Bowling Green. "From the moment guests enter our renewed atrium, they will discover a hotel that feels modern, welcoming and thoughtfully designed around their journey. Whether they are here for a conference, a WKU weekend, a corporate trip or a family getaway, they can move comfortably between the purpose of their visit and the moments that make travel memorable."
Renovation and Conversion Highlights:
- Reimagined Guest Rooms and Suites: All 218 accommodations feature contemporary furnishings, renewed finishes and functional spaces that support productivity, relaxation and restful sleep.
- Renewed Atrium and Public Spaces: The hotel's signature atrium, lobby and shared areas create a modern sense of arrival, with flexible settings for individual work, casual conversation, networking and downtime.
- Enhanced Meetings and Events: Renovated hotel meeting areas complement the property's direct indoor connection to the Sloan Convention Center. Together, the hotel and convention center offer 45,000 square feet across 15 venues, ranging from executive boardrooms to ballrooms accommodating up to 1,700 guests. Attendees can move easily between accommodations and event functions, while planners benefit from audiovisual capabilities, catering and experienced on-site support throughout their gathering.
- Refreshed Dining and Gathering Spaces: Updated Hartland Cafe and Atrium Lounge settings provide comfortable places for guests and local visitors to enjoy a meal, connect with colleagues or unwind at the end of the day.
"This transformation brings together the strengths of the hotel, the Bowling Green destination and a brand designed for the evolving ways people travel," said Sandi Snead, Regional Vice President of Operations – East Region, Atrium Hospitality. "Meeting planners can offer attendees a more seamless experience that extends beyond the meeting room, while individual guests gain a polished and flexible home base for business, campus visits and time spent exploring the region. Crowne Plaza is an ideal fit for this property and the many reasons guests come to Bowling Green."
Beside Crosswinds Golf Course, Crowne Plaza by IHG Bowling Green offers convenient access to downtown Bowling Green, Western Kentucky University, the National Corvette Museum, NCM Motorsports Park, Beech Bend Raceway and Amusement Park, and Lost River Cave, with Mammoth Cave National Park nearby. The location makes it easy for business travelers, meeting attendees and university visitors to add dining, recreation and local experiences to their stay. It is also well suited for sports groups, motorcoach tours, family trips and weekend getaways. Hotel amenities include an indoor pool, fitness center, complimentary Wi-Fi and pet-friendly rooms.
To learn more, reserve accommodations or begin planning a meeting or event, visit the Crowne Plaza Bowling Green KY website.
About Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts
As one of the world's largest premium hotel brands with locations in city, airport, resort and suburban destinations, Crowne Plaza is perfectly placed to meet the needs of today's guest, whether they are traveling for business, leisure or a blend of both. For more information, visit www.crowneplaza.com, and connect with the brand on Facebook and Instagram.
About IHG®
IHG Hotels & Resorts is a global hospitality company with a purpose to provide True Hospitality for Good.
With a family of 21 hotel brands and IHG One Rewards, one of the world's largest hotel loyalty programs with more than 160 million members, IHG has more than one million rooms across 7,000 hotels in more than 100 countries and a development pipeline of approximately 2,400 properties.
IHG's portfolio includes:
- Luxury & Lifestyle: Six Senses, Regent, InterContinental, Vignette Collection, Kimpton and Hotel Indigo
- Premium: Noted Collection, voco, Ruby, HUALUXE, Crowne Plaza and EVEN
- Essentials: Holiday Inn Express, Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts, Garner and avid
- Suites: Atwell Suites, Staybridge Suites, Holiday Inn Club Vacations and Candlewood Suites
- Exclusive Partners: Iberostar Beachfront Resorts
For more information about IHG Hotels & Resorts and IHG One Rewards, visit www.ihg.com.
About Atrium Hospitality
Atrium Hospitality is ranked as one of the nation's largest hotel operators. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, the company manages a portfolio of 75 hotels in 25 states, representing well-known brands such as Hilton, Marriott, IHG, and Wyndham, among others. Atrium operates approximately 18,500 guest rooms/suites and 2.8 million square feet of event space. Atrium Hospitality's six core values of Service, Perseverance, Inclusion, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork guide the Atrium SPIRIT for creating a welcoming environment for all, nurturing personal ambitions, inspiring professional opportunities, and being a responsible community partner. Atrium is conserving the planet's natural resources and being more efficient in support of the company's commitment to sustainability, all while providing exceptional guest experiences. In 2026, Atrium Hospitality was recognized as an Atlanta Top Workplaces winner in partnership with Axios, adding another workplace culture honor to the company's growing list of accolades. Atrium supports a range of civic and community activities, and Atrium-managed properties nationwide are proud to take part in Project SEARCH, a school-to-work program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For more information about Atrium, visit www.atriumhospitality.com.
Media Contact
Emelie Ortiz, Atrium Hospitality, 1 833-287-4864 1454, [email protected], www.atriumhospitality.com
SOURCE Atrium Hospitality
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