Chedi Hospitality Announces Strategic Partnership with JIH Global Investments to Enter the Maldives with Boutique Hotel and Branded Residences
Marking a significant milestone in the brand’s global expansion, the development introduces a refined island retreat and an exclusive collection of private residences
Chedi Hospitality partners with JIH Global to develop its first Maldives property featuring both boutique hotel and branded residences.
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Chedi Hospitality, a leader in luxury lifestyle and design-led hospitality, has announced a strategic partnership with JIH Global Investments LLC to enter the Maldives. The collaboration will see the development of a boutique hotel alongside a limited collection of branded residences, marking a significant step in the brand’s continued expansion into some of the world’s most sought-after destinations.
Rooted in Chedi’s philosophy of understated luxury and cultural authenticity, the project will offer a distinctive interpretation of island living, thoughtfully designed to balance privacy, architecture and a deep sense of place. Conceived as both a sanctuary and a statement, the development will bring together refined hospitality experiences with residential living, catering to travellers and homeowners seeking meaningful, design-led escapes.
This partnership represents a meaningful step in our global growth journey, as we bring the Chedi brand to one of the world’s most exceptional destinations. Together with JIH Global Investments, we are creating a project that reflects our commitment to thoughtful design, cultural authenticity and a more considered approach to luxury living. The Maldives offers a natural canvas for our philosophy, where simplicity, space and connection to the environment define the experience.
Stephan Schupbach, President & Group CEO of Chedi Hospitality
We are proud to partner with Chedi Hospitality on this landmark development in the Maldives. With over four decades of experience in delivering complex, high-value projects across global markets, our approach has always been rooted in long-term vision and executional excellence. This collaboration brings together our deep expertise in luxury hospitality and real estate with Chedi’s distinctive brand ethos, creating a destination that will set a new benchmark for boutique hospitality and branded living in the region.
Mohamed Ali Janah, Group Chairman of JIH Global Investments LLC
About Chedi Hospitality
With a legacy of excellence spanning decades, Chedi Hospitality’s origins are anchored in the joy of discovery. From its earliest properties, the group has set new benchmarks by inviting discerning travellers to experience unparalleled hospitality in extraordinary, often undiscovered destinations. The sense of discovery combined with impeccably curated experiences and uncompromising comfort, remains integral to every Chedi property and further expressed in its enduring essence ‘A Voyage Unbound’, Chedi Hospitality’s invitation to embark on a personalised journey with limitless potential. Today, Chedi Hospitality’s distinguished portfolio features landmark properties such as Chedi Muscat in Oman, Chedi Andermatt in Switzerland, Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah in United Arab Emirates, Chedi Hotel & Residences Luštica Bay in Montenegro, Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort in Doha, Qatar, Chedi El Gouna on the Red Sea in Egypt, the recently opened Chedi Hegra in AlUla, Saudi Arabia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the newly launched development The Chedi Private Residences in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Building on this legacy, soon-to-be-announced properties will deliver impeccable immersions in standout locations across Europe, the Middle East, the US and Asia – further cementing Chedi Hospitality’s reputation as a leader in luxury hospitality.