In January 2017, IBEROSTAR will be taking over management of the landmark HOTEL RIVIERA - its twelfth establishment in Cuba and second in Havana. On completion of the renovation work, the hotel will acquire 5* status and offer all the amenities and services associated with the company's Premium Gold category.
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, proudly announces the opening of the InterContinental Real Santo Domingo hotel, bringing discrete luxury to the metropolitan commercial point area of the city, home to major businesses and entertainment hotspots. Standing 21 stories tall with 227 guest rooms, two bars and three unique concept restaurants, the hotel caters to travelers in town for business as well as those looking for a weekend getaway where they can explore a city rich in history, architecture and culture or take a day trip to dive in the crystal waters of Boca Chica Beach, located less than an hour from Santo Domingo.
The Reef by CuisinArt, a contemporary beachside Caribbean hotel, officially opens today. A sister property to CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa, The Reef features 80 state-of-the-art accommodations, a dramatic lobby entry and bar with sweeping ocean views, fitness center, boutique, two restaurants, and a spectacular pool.
The Warwick Paradise Island Bahamas, a new four-star deluxe, adults-only, all-inclusive resort, has scheduled its soft opening for Oct. 28, 2016. Warwick Hotels and Resorts (WHR) invested US$40 million to create the premier adults-only, all-inclusive hotel set along Nassau Harbour with views of Nassau and Paradise Island.
The Pink Sands Club is located on Canouan Island, (pronounced Ka – No – Wan) in The Grenadines. The 26- suite, 20-villa hotel will set a new benchmark for a Caribbean archipelago already synonymous with ultra-exclusive hideaways. The hotel will showcase classic architecture, glamorous interiors and cutting-edge technology as well as superb leisure and dining facilities.
In an eventful conclusion to SAHIC in Ecuador, Arturo Garcia Rosa, President of SAHIC and Luis Miguel Diaz Sanchez, Vice Minister of Tourism of Cuba, proudly announced yesterday that the very first hospitality investment conference will be held in Havana, with the inaugural SAHIC Cuba. Scheduled for May 15-16, 2017 at the Melia Cohiba Hotel in the Vedado neighborhood of Havana, SAHIC Cuba is anticipated to draw great interest from among the international hospitality community.
Pineapple Beach Club Antigua, the laidback tropical hideaway represented byElite Island Resorts, is planning a grand reopening on October 1, 2016, following a closure for renovations that will take place from August 25 to September 30. The refurbishment project will include a variety of upgrades to the resort's guest rooms, ground, facilities, equipment and overall operations.
The groundbreaking ceremony for the first AC Hotel by Marriott in San Juan, took place today at 1369 Ashford Avenue, a privileged location within the active and progressive Condado Area. Ashford 1369 Hospitality, LLC, an affiliate of Interlink, acquired the former Radisson Ambassador Plaza & Casino. A comprehensive renovation of the property will take place to convert it into the sophisticated and contemporary Marriott International brand.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced a historic milestone with the opening of Four Points Havana—the company's first hotel in Cuba—representing a watershed moment for the fast-growing Four Points brand. The opening comes on the heels of the groundbreaking deals signed by Starwood in Cuba earlier this year, which established Starwood as the first U.S. based hospitality company to enter the market in nearly 60 years. Four Points Havana, owned by Grupo Hotelero Gaviotaand managed by Starwood Hotels & Resorts, caters to the global traveler with an emphasis on approachable design and stylish comfort.
SAN PEDRO, Belize & MCLEAN, Va. -- Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of the new Resort at Mahogany Bay Village to Curio - A Collection by HiltonTM. When open, The Resort at Mahogany Bay Village, Curio Collection by Hilton will be the first Hilton Worldwide property in Belize, as well as the first luxury resort from a global brand in the country.The rustic-chic resort destination is located in San Pedro, Belize on Ambergris Caye, about 15 miles from the mainland and 10 minutes from the San Pedro Airport. With 205 cottage and villa-style rooms, the resort sits on a 60-acre property featuring private residences, bay and beach clubs, a spa, meeting space and "The Village," a vibrant public space.
In July 2016 Elegant Hotels Group will unveil the newest addition to the family with a distinctive new All Inclusive concept for Barbados. With a focus on wellness and mindfulness, the redesigned Waves Hotel & Spa will go beyond the expectations of guests, with complimentary spa treatments included on top of the luxury accommodation and exquisite dining options.
RIU Hotels & Resorts opened the HotelRiu Republica on Saturday, June 4th. This new establishment, with its 5-star rating and all-inclusive 24-hour a day service, overlooks Arena Gorda Beach in Punta Cana and entailed an investment of $140 million. The stunning premises offer all guests the amenities and facilities of the RIU Classic Hotels, but with the added value of the exclusive service for which the adults-only resorts are known which, until now, in the Americas was reserved for RIU Palace hotels.
Hilton Hotels & Resorts and Resorts World Bimini today announced that Hilton at Resorts World Bimini has completed its second phase opening, introducing major enhancements to the hotel's accommodation, food & beverage, meetings & events and wellness offerings. Hilton at Resorts World Bimini first opened in 2015 and is now in full swing with more than 300 guest rooms, including 18 luxury suites, six dining options, a first-class spa and a rooftop pool offering panoramic views of the island. The hotel is owned and operated by Resorts World Bimini under a franchise license agreement with Hilton Worldwide(NYSE: HLT), and celebrated the completion of these upgrades with a ribbon cutting ceremony this past weekend.
Royalton Luxury Resorts is proud to announce four brand new modern and luxurious all-inclusive resorts in two of the Caribbean's most sought-after vacation destinations. Royalton Luxury Resorts for discerning travelers of all ages and Hideaway at Royalton, an adults-only oasis within a resort, will open on the world-famous Seven Mile Beach in Negril, Jamaica and in a private cove on the coast of Cap Cana, Saint Lucia, as of February 1, 2017.
Warwick International Hotels (WIH) has invested US$28 million to create the four-starWarwick Paradise Island Bahamas, which is set to welcome guests this summer as The Bahamas' premier adults-only, all-inclusive resort.
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. ("Starwood") (NYSE:HOT) today signed three new hotel deals in Cuba, marking the first U.S. based hospitality company to enter the market in nearly 60 years. This announcement follows receipt of authorization from the U.S. Treasury Department for Starwood to operate hotels in Cuba. Long-time Havana icon, Hotel Inglaterra, will join The Luxury Collection and Hotel Quinta Avenida will become a Four Points by Sheraton. Both hotels will undergo renovations before raising their new brand flags later in 2016. The Company also announced that it has signed a Letter of Intent to convert the famed Hotel Santa Isabel into a member of The Luxury Collection.
CHEVY CHASE, MD -- The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., the iconic leader in luxury lodging, today announced plans to unveil its first Ritz-Carlton Reserve resort in Bermuda in 2018. The resort will operate under a long term management agreement with George's Bay Hotel Ltd. and George's Bay Residences Ltd. The announcement marks a significant milestone for the development of Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the Caribbean and Latin America. The project will represent the third Reserve location to open in the region, following the celebrated opening of Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve in 2012 and the expected opening of Puerto Los Cabos, Ritz-Carlton Reserve in 2018.
Nickelodeon, the world’s No. 1 entertainment brand for kids, has always been known for being playful & family friendly… and now, it’s adding luxurious to its portfolio. Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana, the brand-new, five-star resort, is set to open May 2016, and is backed by the signature Karisma Gourmet Inclusive® Experience to ensure the perfect family vacation. Our resorts are centered on a passion for play in the ambience of a luxury hotel. Here are six things you’ll want to know about Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), PRISA Group and McConnell Valdés Consulting, Inc. announce the opening of Puerto Rico's fourth Hyatt-branded select service hotel, the $29 million Hyatt Place San Juan/City Center in the capital city of San Juan. Hyatt Place San Juan/City Center is ideally situated in the metropolitan area, just steps from the Puerto Rico Convention Center and minutes away from the international airport and all major attractions.
President and CEO Steve Joyce said company leaders think an “Ascend-like arrangement” with a number of hotels makes sense in the country. Executives from Choice Hotels International said they are considering entry into Cuba on a near-term basis, and they don’t see significant financial implications in entering the country.