Aloft Hotels, Marriott International's innovation incubator brand for global travelers, today announced the opening of Aloft San Juan, the first Aloft hotel in the Caribbean. By mixing art, technology, and music, Aloft San Juan introduces a new social scene with a fresh approach that differentiates itself from the traditional hotel offering.
Notably situated in Rio Grande, the new Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico has opened to reveal a sophisticated, oceanfront haven that pulses Caribbean confidence on a secluded 72 acres of tropical lush gardens. Framed against the backdrop of the island's serene northeast coast and the magnificent El Yunque National Forest, the 579-room property completed a multi-million transformation in August 2019 encompassing a full resort redesign.
El Distrito will be an immersive, multi-sensorial, audiovisual and technologically advanced experience never seen in the Caribbean. It will be home to a new ALOFT hotel by Marriott, opening in late January. The hotel will feature 177 loft-like guest rooms over seven stories with a variety of open spaces and views of the Convention Center, bringing the total room count in the Puerto Rico Convention Center District to 1,762.
The cherished landmark has undergone an extensive multi-million-dollar enhancement, including the first major room remodel for the hotel in 20 years. The renovation has upgraded and transformed the property to be in trend with the latest in design, technology and comfort. Each new touch reflects the rich culture of the setting and reinstates the InterContinental's status as a top destination for both business and social travelers.
Enviably situated in Rio Grande, the new Resort at Coco Beach, a Hyatt Affiliated Hotel, opened in August to reveal a sophisticated, oceanfront haven that pulses Caribbean elegance on a secluded 72 acres of tropical lush gardens. Framed against the backdrop of the island's serene northeast coast and the magnificent El Yunque National Forest, the 579-room property is expected to rebrand as Hyatt Regency Coco Beach Resort later this year, following the completion of brand enhancements and updates. Travelers can expect:
Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort, recognized as one of TIME Magazine's 2018 World's Greatest Places, announces the appointment of Rosa Luke as Senior Sales Manager overseeing the Midwest and Western U.S. regions. Based in Chicago, Ill., Luke is a seasoned sales and marketing professional with over 20 years of experience in the hospitality and convention destination marketing industries.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a franchise agreement with Coco Hotel 1 LLC for a new hotel, expected to open July 2019 as a Hyatt affiliated hotel and then become Hyatt Regency Coco Beach Resort after an extensive renovation is completed this fall. The 486-room hotel with 93 branded residencies will be managed by Aimbridge Hospitality and signifies Hyatt's continued brand growth on the island of Puerto Rico and across the Caribbean region. The hotel will be the brand's only full-service property in Puerto Rico. The hotel will operate as The Resort at Coco Beach, a Hyatt affiliated hotel, from July 2019 until the renovation is completed.
Park Hotels & Resorts Inc. ("Park") (NYSE:PK) announced that the Caribe Hilton ("the Resort") in San Juan, Puerto Rico reopened today following a $150-million restoration. The 652-room resort was impaired for 20 months after sustaining significant damage from Hurricane Maria in September 2017.
Caribe Hilton, one of Puerto Rico's most beloved beachfront hotels, announces it's now taking reservations for stays beginning May 15th, unveiling a more than $100 million-dollar restoration -- a major milestone as the property celebrates its 70th year of operation and as Hilton marks its 100th anniversary.
San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino is redefining contemporary travel with newly designed rooms that capture the vibe, essence and beauty of Puerto Rico. Following a $20 million investment by development firm XLD Group, the property reveals a refreshing transformation, introducing stylish accommodations that blend modern comfort with inspiring exquisiteness.
The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort today announced the highly anticipated reopening of the resort, signaling a return of luxury hospitality in the beloved destination. Following an extensive $60 million renovation, the property unveils a new dimension of tropical luxury and a contemporary aesthetic seen in every guestroom and suite, Casa Grande, the heart of the resort where guests will enjoy The St. Regis Bar and Paros, the seaside pool and esplanade, and the Iridium Spa.
Poised flawlessly between city and shore, El San Juan Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, celebrated its grand reopening earlier this month, just in time for the holiday season and winter travel. The 388-guestroom iconic hotel will once again continue to thrive with traditions renewed as guests are enchanted by an authentic welcome, thoughtful service, and exceptional programming that originates from the heart of Puerto Rico. Located on two miles of the pristine Isla Verde Beach, recently voted the Best Urban Beach in the U.S., the extensive restoration process is reflected in the hotel's guest rooms, poolside and oceanfront villas, public spaces, pools, luxurious cabanas and lush landscaping, interweaving modern tropical splendor with Old-World grandeur.
Poised flawlessly between city and shore, El San Juan Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, will celebrate its grand reopening on December 14, just in time for the holiday season and winter travel. The 388-guestroom iconic hotel will once again continue to thrive with traditions renewed as guests are enchanted by an authentic welcome, thoughtful service, and exceptional programming that originates from the heart of Puerto Rico. Located on two miles of the pristine Isla Verde Beach, recently voted the Best Urban Beach in the U.S., the extensive restoration process is reflected in the hotel's guest rooms, poolside and oceanfront villas, public spaces, pools, luxurious cabanas and lush landscaping, interweaving modern tropical splendor with Old-World grandeur.
El San Juan Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton announced the appointment of Martin Smith as managing director of the iconic beachfront property. Smith will bring more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality and tourism industry to the landmark 388-room property.
Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve officially reopens today, marking an exciting chapter in the property's rich legacy as well as in the recovery and resurgence of Puerto Rico. Following a meticulous restoration, Dorado Beach emerges more spectacular than ever, featuring expanded offerings, amenities and facilities, allowing the celebrated resort to continue to create transformative and personal journeys for all guests.
ALICE, the hospitality industry's leading operations platform, has partnered with the Government of Puerto Rico's Tourism Company (PRTC) and Roca Marketing to develop an innovative destination concierge service and trip planning platform available to every hotel and visitor. The new mobile hospitality app, "My Puerto Rico," will improve hotel performance and the guest experience, and bolster the island's reputation as one of the world's leading holiday destinations.
Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is pleased to announce that the storied property will officially reopen its doors in October 2018, delivering a transformative guest experience rooted in cultural immersion, that is brought to life through an unparalleled level of heartfelt care. This also marks a significant milestone in the overall recovery and resurgence of Puerto Rico, as the first ultra-luxury resort to welcome guests back to the island. A rare estate set apart from the rest of the destination, Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve will once again invite guests on a journey of personal discovery, giving them the freedom to explore the newly transformed property and its magnificent surroundings.
Caribbean tourism industry professional Stacy Cox has been elected president of the Caribbean Society of Hotel Association Executives (CSHAE) for the next two years.
El San Juan Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, Puerto Rico"s premier luxury lifestyle property, will officially re-open its doors on October 1, 2018, following its closure in September 2017 due to the impact of Hurricane Maria. Re-introducing the elegance, sophistication, and vibrant nightlife for which the hotel is known, the extraordinary 388-room property is undergoing a restoration reflected in its guestrooms, oceanfront villas, public spaces, pools, and lush outdoor landscaping, blending modern tropical splendor with Old-World elegance.
With U.S. and global attention focused on the Caribbean region following two record-breaking hurricanes that hurled through the region in September, the timing of CHICOS less than two months later opened the door to educated conversations within our industry. Interestingly, the dialog was hardly identifiable with the sensationalist news headlines and misrepresentations in the media that the Caribbean is somehow pulverized, as the 2017 Atlantic hurricane season winds down. Rather, attendees agreed that there is a need to educate the public on the geography of the region, and conversations delved into other directions including lender reactions, new design and code regulations, the effect on investor behaviors and holding periods, operational expenses, and capital improvement opportunities, among others.