In Brief: PBA Group has acquired ownership and operations of three Alberta hotels, which will transition to the Garner by IHG brand following renovations and rebranding expected in early 2027.
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Prairie Crest Hotel Medicine Hat – Image Credit PBA Group
PBA Group has acquired three hotel properties in Alberta, formerly Days Inn Calgary Airport, Days Inn Red Deer, and Home Inn Express Medicine Hat. The properties will join the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) portfolio immediately under a white-label name, with bookings available through IHG platforms.
This acquisition marks the first time PBA Group will fully own and operate hotels, bringing operations and staff in-house. The properties, located in Calgary, Red Deer, and Medicine Hat, will continue to serve both business and leisure travelers, offering access to key transportation routes and regional hubs.
All three hotels will remain open and operational under the Prairie Crest Hotels banner during the transition period. Over the coming months, the properties will undergo enhancements, including refreshed guest rooms, updated interiors, and other improvements. Following these renovations, the hotels will be rebranded as Garner by IHG, marking the introduction of the Garner brand in Canada.
The rebranding to Garner Hotels is expected in early 2027.
