Hotel Pipeline

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts To Debut in The Dominican Republic With Rosewood Punta Cana

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts®, the visionary luxury lifestyle brand behind several of the world's most iconic destinations, today announces its first property in the Dominican Republic, Rosewood Punta Cana, in partnership with Grupo Puntacana. Set to open in 2029, the new resort will mark a significant addition to Rosewood's global portfolio and its growing Caribbean collection, infusing the brand's singular approach and ethos across the alluring island nation.

Mandarin Oriental Announces New Luxury Resort in Puerto Rico

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is set to manage a new luxury resort and branded residences on Puerto Rico's breathtaking southwestern coast at Boquerón Bay in Cabo Rojo. Mandarin Oriental Esencia, Puerto Rico is expected to open in 2028 and will be the Group's third property in the Caribbean, further strengthening its presence in the region. The project is part of Esencia, a new cosmopolitan coastal community owned and developed by Reuben Brothers and Three Rules Capital.

Moncayo, Auberge Resorts Collection: A New Luxury Destination on Puerto Rico’s East Coast

Auberge Resorts Collection, the award-winning portfolio of one-of-a-kind luxury hotels, resorts and residences, has been selected to manage Moncayo, Auberge Resorts Collection, a new beachfront resort and exclusive collection of Resort Villas and Private Residences set within Moncayo, the 1,100-acre community on Puerto Rico's pristine eastern shoreline. Moncayo is led by leading real estate firms, Juniper Capital and Capital United, and renowned investors and philanthropists, José E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones.

Four Seasons Resort & Residences Caye Chapel - Set to Open for 2025 Opening in Belize

Located just off the coast of Belize, Four Seasons Resort & Residences Caye Chapel will include a 104-key luxury hotel composed of expertly-designed guest rooms and suites, including a collection of 18 overwater bungalows. Designed by Mauricio Gomez de Tudo and Taller G, the hotel seamlessly blends the natural island allure with the five-star service attributed to the Four Seasons brand. Guests will enjoy world-class amenities, including two beach clubs, a full-service, cenote-inspired spa, and select access to a 10-hole championship, reversible course designed by Greg Norman—part of the Caye Chapel Golf & Ocean Club. The Resort will also feature a collection of 24 Four Seasons branded residences lining the Northern perimeter of the island, ranging from 2- to 4-bedrooms and available fully turn-key. The residences are expected to be delivered alongside the hotel in 2025, and begin at $4.5M.

Newly Announced Royalton CHIC Barbados to Join Marriott’s Autograph Collection Portfolio

During the 2024 World Travel Market (WTM) in London, Blue Diamond Resorts is thrilled to announce that the eagerly awaited Royalton CHIC Barbados will join Marriott International's distinguished Autograph Collection upon its opening as an adults-only retreat in Spring 2026. This exciting development follows the recent announcement of its debut and marks a significant step in delivering elevated, exclusive experiences to the Caribbean.

Baha Mar Unveils Expansion Plans With New Beachfront Resort And Residences

The leading luxury resort Baha Mar announces expansion plans to add a 4th luxury resort as the next phase of its continued development. The new resort and residences will be a stunning addition to Baha Mar's "luxury of choice" collection, with a projected opening in 2029. Today Baha Mar and the government of The Bahamas have signed their Heads of Agreement signaling the approval to move the project forward to construction.

Hermitage Bay in Antigua Re-Opens After Extension Renovation

Hermitage Bay, the highly acclaimed, laid-back, luxury resort nestled on the rolling hillside of Antigua's west coast, is set to open its doors again on November 1, 2024, following a multi-million dollar renovation project. Now under the ownership of international hotelier, Daniel Shamoon of Luxury Hotels Partners, the resort retains all the charm that established it as a Caribbean gem while offering inspired enhancements, including 30 fully redesigned guest villa suites, an increased number of private pools, refreshed spa and newly landscaped gardens. The guest experience has been reinvigorated with a new beach club concept and bar, and a host of captivating activities that align with the natural energy and rituals of the destination.

The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort In The Dominican Republic Now Accepting Reservations For Spring 2025

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, announces that reservations are now available for the highly anticipated The St. Regis Cap Cana Resort, a beachfront oasis opening its doors to guests in Spring 2025. Meticulously designed by Chapi Chapo Design, Cap Cana marks the first and only St. Regis in the Dominican Republic, setting the tone for the brand's expanding resort portfolio, known for redefining the best addresses around the world.

Rosewood Announces Expansion In The Caribbean With Rosewood Exuma

Exuma, a pristine archipelago of 365 islands in the Bahamas, has long been a haven for sophisticated globetrotters and seafarers. Today, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is pleased to name the destination as the latest addition to the brand's Caribbean portfolio with the announcement of Rosewood Exuma, a private island experience that will fuse together the best of both ultra-luxury and adventure travel. Imagined in partnership with Yntegra Group, a Miami-based private investment company, the new development will advance Rosewood's evolution as a global leader in luxury lifestyle along with Yntegra's long-term strategic vision of unlocking the unrealized investment and economic potential of the Exumas region.

Sandals Emerald Bay, Bahamas Rebrands to Beaches Exuma

Sandals Resorts International (SRI) today announces its acceleration of plans to expand the family-friendly Beaches Resorts brand with the development of Beaches Exuma, its fourth resort, and the first Beaches in The Bahamas. To make this new resort possible and as part of a coordinated growth plan across the Sandals and Beaches Resorts portfolio, Sandals Emerald Bay will close on August 15, 2024, and undergo a transformation that is anticipated to begin in Fall 2024 before reopening as the new Beaches Exuma.

IHG’s Caribbean presence expands into Turks & Caicos with three distinct luxury and lifestyle retreats

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, today announced three signings across its fast-growing global luxury and lifestyle portfolio in Turks & Caicos for InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants and Hotel Indigo. Developed in partnership with owner Molo Hotel Group and UK-based management group Lighthouse Hotel Management, both Slominski family owned companies, the resorts will mark IHG's debut on the celebrated Caribbean island and are all poised to open by 2027.

Hyatt Centric to Debut In Puerto Rico with Hyatt Centric San Juan Isla Verde

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) in collaboration with Interlink and Vivo Beach Club today announced plans for the first Hyatt Centric branded hotel in Puerto Rico. Hyatt Centric San Juan Isla Verde will be located in the buzzy Isla Verde neighborhood, one block away from Isla Verde Beach and walking distance to restaurants, shopping, historical landmarks and nightlife. The hotel is currently undergoing an ambitious $25 million dollar enhancement project to renovate all guestrooms, suites and public spaces, which will be inspired by Puerto Rico's enchanted landscape, embracing a fusion of the island's captivating land and sea elements.

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants set to open its first boutique hotel in the Dominican Republic early this summer in partnership with Iberostar Group

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts' luxury and lifestyle portfolio, announced today it will open a new boutique luxury hotel in the bustling urban destination of Santo Domingo. Marking the brand's first property in the Dominican Republic, Kimpton Las Mercedes will complement its picturesque and historic surroundings while serving as an ideal launch point for exploration. The hotel is poised to open in early Summer 2024.

2025 Opening for Andaz Turks & Caicos at Grace Bay

Andaz Turks & Caicos will be the first Hyatt property on the island and is on track to debut in late 2025. A luxury residential and resort community, Andaz Turks & Caicos at Grace Bay boasts a 59-key resort and offers 73 residences priced from $500,000 and ranging from the 580-square-foot oceanfront studio to the 6,411-square-foot four-bedroom penthouse. Nestled within Grace Bay with direct access to Bight Reef, Andaz Turks & Caicos offers an unparalleled five-star experience. Partnering with RAD Architecture and Modus Operandi, the design seamlessly blends Caribbean cultural influences with the islands' natural beauty. The masterfully planned resort will be home to four unique culinary offerings, including a rooftop venue with panoramic views of the bay, a state-of-the-art fitness facility, a garden yoga studio, and a full-service indoor/outdoor spa.

Grace Bay Resorts Plans for May 2024 of South Bank, Turks and Caicos 

Grace Bay Resorts' newest luxury residential resort and marina, South Bank, features several waterfront neighborhoods along 31 acres of quiet shoreline in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos. Developed by Windward, the distinctive waterfront properties include The Launch, a collection of contemporary boathouses with dedicated docks; The Lagoon and Ocean Estate, comprising spacious standalone homes that capture the essence of beach and oceanfront living; Boat Houses, which are strategically positioned along the marina waterfront; and Arc, a six-story residential building that encompasses Sky Villas designed by world-renowned Italian architect and designer Piero Lissoni. The Boat Houses, Lagoon Villas and Ocean Estates will feature resort villas as well as luxury residences. Guests and homeowners alike will have access to transformative amenities fully managed by Grace Bay Resorts, including a calm, one-of-a-kind manmade swimming lagoon; a chic white sand beachfront; innovative dining experiences; tennis and pickleball courts; and an energizing spa and fitness center. South Bank is now taking reservations for stays beginning May 2024.

Fall 2024 Opening for The Strand, Turks and Caicos

Opening in Fall 2024, The Strand is a thoughtfully crafted luxury resort and residential community in the heart of Cooper Jack Bay with 41 luxury beachfront villas and custom residences available for purchase or overnight accommodations. Owners and resort guests will have access to a beach and tennis club, full-service spa, water's edge restaurant and bar, 1,400 feet of canal and marina frontage with access to The Strand's own Club Boat with a private captain, a kids' club, and more. Lastly, the Strand will be one of the most sustainable resorts in the Caribbean to date with eco-friendly design elements and solar integration throughout (offering between 80-100% of power through solar). Starting price of residences is $2,525,000.

Marriott announces first Marriott All-Inclusive in the Dominican Republic

Marriott International in the Caribbean and Latin America announced today the latest addition to its All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy portfolio with the signing of Marriott Miches Beach, An All-Inclusive Resort, currently the Sunrise Miches Beach Resort in Dominican Republic. Set to undergo a conversion process commencing in the second quarter of 2024, the resort is slated to open its doors under the Marriott Hotels brand in the first quarter of 2025.