Hard Rock International announces today it is partnering with Misla Hospitality, Stonecrest Investment Management, and The Interfin Companies to develop the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino San Juan. The $850 million new-build project is slated to open in 2029, with construction commencing mid-2026.
The Condado district welcomes a new addition to its hospitality scene with the opening of Magdalena 1163, a boutique hotel designed to provide personalized attention and a lodging experience crafted within a serene, contemporary luxury setting.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), Interlink and Vivo Beach Club today announced the opening of Hyatt Centric San Juan Isla Verde, marking the first Hyatt Centric branded hotel in Puerto Rico. Located in one of Puerto Rico's most celebrated neighborhoods, the hotel is walking distance to the award-winning Isla Verde Beach, vibrant restaurants, nightlife, and shopping, placing savvy travelers in the middle of the action. A five-minute drive from Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport, the hotel provides easy access to the historic colonial district of Old San Juan, El Yunque National Rain Forest, San Juan's Financial District, and the Puerto Rico Convention District.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announces the opening of the first Spark by Hilton hotel in the Caribbean and Latin America, marking a significant milestone in the global expansion of Hilton's premium economy brand. Owned by Ponce Resorts Inc. and managed by HI Development P.R.Corp, the 120-room Spark by Hilton Ponce offers guests reliable essentials and warm, friendly service, at an accessible price point.
Set within and surrounded by three nature reserves along two miles (3.2 kilometres) of pristine, palm tree-lined beach, the newly refurbished Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico is now open with an enhanced program of experiences that connect guests with the natural beauty and culture of the island.
Today, Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest Beach & Golf Resort proudly announces the unveiling of its reimagined resort on December 17, just in time for the holiday season. Blending golden-age sophistication with modern Caribbean energy, Wyndham Grand Rio Mar introduces three enhanced pools, 400 elegant, fully redesigned guestrooms and suites, vibrant new dining venues, and a 1950s-inspired casino and sports-betting lounge anchored by The Vault, a chic speakeasy-style cabaret for cocktails and live entertainment.
Bali Posh Hotel proudly joins Wyndham Hotels & Resorts as part of the Trademark Collection by Wyndham, marking a new chapter of growth and global visibility for the Isla Verde hotel in Puerto Rico. The partnership also represents an important step in Wyndham's expansion across the region, offering guests a new retreat that blends Balinese-inspired design with the warmth and vibrancy of the Caribbean.
Four Seasons announces the appointment of Pablo Molinari as General Manager of Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico, a reimagined Caribbean beachfront luxury resort set to open November 20, 2025. Located on a lush 483-acre (195-hectare) nature reserve along crescent-shaped Bahia Beach, the resort is surrounded by rainforest dense with tropical foliage, walking trails, waterfalls and natural pools.
Condado Vanderbilt Hotel, Puerto Rico's legendary oceanfront retreat originally built in 1919 by Frederick William Vanderbilt, proudly announces the completion of an extensive renovation to all guestrooms, suites, and corridors. Designed by HBA International, the project seamlessly blends the hotel's historic grandeur with contemporary sophistication. Marking a new chapter in its legacy, the hotel also introduces an exclusive In-Suite Wellness Package.
The NFL’s announcement of Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show comes off the tail end of the performer’s 31-show residency in Puerto Rico, which has been estimated to have brought as much as $200 million dollars into the local economy with a carryover boost for local hotels.
With its opening just weeks away, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico is now accepting reservations for arrivals beginning November 20, 2025 - just in time for sun-kissed getaways for the holiday season and beyond. A secluded tropical playground surrounded by a nature reserve, the resort will offer boundless recreational opportunities on land and sea along the shore of a palm-fringed stretch of golden beach.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announces the signing of Spark by Hilton Ponce, marking the upcoming debut of the trailblazing premium economy brand in the Caribbean and Latin America. Slated to open in late 2025 in Ponce, Puerto Rico's second largest city, Spark by Hilton Ponce will represent another market first for the fastest launch-to-open brand in Hilton's history. Spark by Hilton Ponce is owned by Ponce Resorts Inc. and will be managed by HI Development P.R.Corp.
La Concha Resort, one of San Juan's most iconic beachfront destinations, proudly announces its official transition to Marriott International's prestigious Autograph Collection, marking a transformative new chapter for the resort as La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, an Autograph Collection Hotel. This milestone coincides with the completion of an extensive property-wide renovation, highlighted by the unveiling of the fully reimagined Suite Tower featuring 238 newly redesigned rooms and indulging suites.
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.
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.
VERANÓ Hotels + Resorts proudly announces the appointment of Pierre-Alex Maillard as Area General Manager. Pierre-Alex will lead the team at VERANÓ San Juan, which is the first of three new luxury lifestyle hotels slated for Puerto Rico by VERANÓ.
The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeannette Avilés as Director of Sales & Marketing. With 24 years of distinguished experience in the hospitality industry, Jeannette is poised to elevate the Ritz-Carlton's esteemed brand and reopening to new heights.
Puerto Rico's premier beach resort reveals first details on the highly-anticipated upcoming unveiling of a series of transformative upgrades, including elegant new rooms and suites, innovative dining concepts, expanded menu of offerings, and more.
Originally from El Paso, Texas, Crystal began her career as a front desk clerk where she discovered her passion for the hospitality and events industry. That passion soon led to a promotion and position in the sales department, and from there she quickly found her footing as a natural leader in the space. Moving to San Antonio in 2015, she joined Aimbridge Hospitality. Holding several director positions since 2016, Crystal honed her skills in developing successful sales teams, setting standard operating procedures, reputation management, and leading marketing efforts with world-renowned brands such as Marriott International, Winston Hospitality, Spire Hospitality, and eventually back to Aimbridge through Evolution Hospitality.
Marriott International is pleased to announce Sam Basu as new Area General Manager of Puerto Rico, and concurrently to General Manager of the iconic The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan. With over two decades of extensive experience in luxury hospitality spanning across the United States, Central America and Puerto Rico, Basu will oversee the breadth of Marriott's portfolio on the island, liaise with franchise partners, foster relationships with local officials and lead the highly anticipated re-opening of The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan.