Development Central & South America

November 3, 2015

JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa Opens Its Doors to Guests

Today, JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, the global luxury brand that is part of Marriott International's (NASDAQ: MAR) Luxury + Lifestyle portfolio, debuts JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa. The new five-star luxury beachfront resort, designed by Jim Olson from Olson Kundig in collaboration with Mexico City-based design firm IDEA Asociados, boasts 299-guestrooms and suites, all with unobstructed ocean views, and features modern architecture inspired by local Mexican traditions and the spirit of the desert.

Marriott

Los Cabos, Mexico

Press Release

November 2, 2015

Hilton Worldwide Announces Homewood Suites by Hilton Development in Mexico

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of a Homewood Suites by Hilton project in Silao, Mexico – the upscale, all-suite, extended-stay brand's second hotel in the country. Scheduled to open in early 2017 in the state of Guanajuato, the new build 137-suite Homewood Suites by Hilton Silao developed by Edco Turismo Bajio, SA de CV reinforces the brand's commitment to growth in Latin America and will introduce its new Caribbean and Latin America design prototype in Mexico.

Hilton

Silao, Mexico

Press Release

October 29, 2015

IHG Continues Growth of Staybridge Suites® Brand in Mexico With Opening of New Hotel in Puebla

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) one of the world's leading hotel companies, announces the opening of the new- build Staybridge Suites® Puebla(Mexico) hotel. The eight–story extended stay hotel includes 129 suites and opens following an investment of more than US $12 million by Hotel Royal Plaza, S.A. de C.V. The Staybridge Suites brand has seen strong growth in Mexico with recent openings in Monterrey, Chihuahua, Guadalajara and Queretaro. This hotel marks IHG's sixth property in Puebla and the first Staybridge Suites hotel in the city.

IHG

Puebla, Mexico

Press Release

October 14, 2015

The Ritz-Carlton Set To Debut In Mexico City In 2019

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. today announced plans to open its first hotel in Mexico City in 2019. Upon completion, the 153-room Ritz-Carlton, Mexico City will operate under a long term management agreement with Thor Urbana Capital and Heldan Hotels & Resorts. The hotel marks a significant milestone for Ritz-Carlton development in the Caribbean and Latin America, representing its entrée into one of the region's most prominent capital cities.

Marriott

Mexico City, Mexico

Press Release

October 8, 2015

W Hotels Worldwide Amplifies Presence in Latin America with Signing of W Punta De Mita

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced that it will extend its strong presence in Mexico with the debut of W Punta de Mita, located in Mexico's Riviera Nayarit. Scheduled to open in 2016, W Punta de Mita will be part of Los Veneros, an exclusive enclave located on Mexico's magnificent Pacific Coast, renowned as one of the world's most desirable vacation destinations. W Punta de Mita is owned by Fideicomiso Los Veneros and will be operated by Starwood Hotels& Resorts.

Starwood

Punta De Mita, Mexico

Press Release

October 6, 2015

Courtyard by Marriott Introduces Its First Hotel in Peru

Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced the opening of the new 154-room Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in Lima, South America's third largest city, situated at the intersection of Calle Alcanfores and Calle Schell in Lima's upscale Miraflores neighborhood known for its shopping, restaurants, antique dealers and breath taking ocean views.

Marriott

Lima, Peru

Press Release

October 2, 2015

DoubleTree by Hilton Calama Opens in Northern Chile

DoubleTree by Hilton today announced the opening of the brand's second hotel in Chile: DoubleTree by Hilton Calama in the capital city of Chile's El Loa Province. Originally opened in 2010, the now converted DoubleTree by Hilton Calama is currently undergoing a property-wide, enhancement project, scheduled to be completed by Q2 2016, which will introduce guests to refreshed guestrooms, public spaces, meeting rooms and other amenities.

Hilton

Calama, Chile

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October 1, 2015

Hampton by Hilton Unveils New Hotel in Villahermosa, Mexico

Hampton by Hilton today announced the opening of its newest hotel in Mexico, Hampton Inn by Hilton Villahermosa. The newly-built, six story, 130-room hotel, managed by Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT), exemplifies the global brand's continued expansion in Latin America and joins more than 2,000 mid-priced Hampton Inn by Hilton, Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton and Hampton by Hilton hotels.

Hilton

Villahermosa, Mexico

Press Release

September 22, 2015

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Accelerates Growth in Latin America with the Signing of Sheraton Santos Hotel

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced its long-established presence in Brazil will expand with the signing of Sheraton® Santos Hotel, owned by local real estate developer Grupo Mendes, marking the company's 10th hotel in the country. The signing comes on the heels of the recent reopening of Sheraton Barra Rio de Janeiro Hotel in May and, fitting for the Sheraton brand, will be the first international upper-upscale hotel in Santos in the state of São Paulo.

Starwood

Santos, Brazil

Press Release

September 18, 2015

Hyatt Place Tegucigalpa Debuts in Honduras

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and LATAM Hotels Corp announce the opening of Hyatt Place Tegucigalpa, the first Hyatt Place hotel in Honduras located in the capital city of Tegucigalpa. The hotel brings the Hyatt Place brand's intuitive design, casual atmosphere, and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and 24-hour food offerings, to the Central American country.

Hyatt

Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Press Release

September 18, 2015

DoubleTree by Hilton Enters Colombia with Two New Hotel Signings in Bogotá

Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) announced today the signing of two franchise license agreements to convert two Hoteles Cosmos hotels in Bogotá into DoubleTree by Hilton properties, marking the entry of the brand into Colombia. DoubleTree by Hilton Bogotá Parque 93 and DoubleTree by Hilton Bogotá Calle 100 are expected to open in December 2015 and February 2016, respectively. Both hotels will be operated by Cosmos Hotels, one of Colombia's most-recognized hotel brands for over thirty years.

Hilton

Bogota, Colombia

Press Release

August 19, 2015

Karisma Introduces the New Build El Dorado Seaside Suites Near Tulum, Mexico

Karisma Hotels & Resorts, an award-winning luxury hotel collection which owns and manages properties in Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe, is pleased to introduce the new El Dorado Seaside Suites located near Mexico's historic and picturesque Tulum Mayan Ruins. The new build beachfront property will deliver the ultimate five-star tropical getaway as part of Karisma's signature Gourmet Inclusive® Experience, with 192 spacious swim-up and infinity suites – each with its own pool on a private terrace or balcony – and one of the largest spas in all of Riviera Maya. It will neighbor the former El Dorado Seaside Suites site (now Sensimar Seaside Suites), meeting the demand of discerning guests with access to even more quality offerings.

Karisma

Tulum, Mexico

Press Release

August 12, 2015

IHG Announces the Opening of the First Holiday Inn® Hotel in Mexico City's Santa Fe District

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, today announces the opening of the first Holiday Inn® hotel in the Santa Fe district of Mexico City. The 95-room new-build property is located in west Mexico City, close to corporate offices, entertainment and shopping, including Centro Comercial Santa Fe, the country's largest shopping center. Santa Fe is one of the city's major business districts, home to many international and Mexican companies.

IHG

Mexico City, Mexico

Press Release

July 31, 2015

Courtyard by Marriott Makes its Chilean Debut With the Opening of Courtyard by Marriott Santiago Las Condes

Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced the opening of the new 205-room Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in Santiago, Chile. The hotel is situated immediately adjacent to the existing 280-room Santiago Marriott in the Las Condes business district filled with restaurants, bars and shops, the Courtyard will offer easy access to all of Santiago including the renowned Mall Parque Arauco and Araucano Park, located a few steps away from the hotel and some of the best views of the Andes Mountains.

Marriott

Santiago, Chile

Press Release

July 20, 2015

SAHIC Proudly Presents 6 Global Hospitality Executives at its Prestigious Leadership Panels

Arturo Garcia Rosa, president of the South American Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference (SAHIC) proudly announces the impressive line-up of CEOs who will be sharing the stage during the Conference's featured CEO panel discussion.

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Lima, Peru

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July 16, 2015

Hilton Hotels & Resorts adds Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino

Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the flagship brand of Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT), announced today the opening of the 355-room Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino, a 15-acre beachfront oasis in Palm Beach, Aruba. With a privileged location on picturesque white sand beaches, this upscale resort in Aruba welcomes travelers to one of the Caribbean's most desired destinations.

Hilton

Aruba

Press Release

July 15, 2015

W Hotels Worldwide to Enter Another Dynamic Market in Latin America with W Costa Rica – Reserva Conchal

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced an agreement with Desarrollos Hoteleros Guanacaste S.A. (DHG) to debut the iconic W brand in Costa Rica. W Costa Rica – Reserva Conchal will be the brand's first tropical escape in Latin America, redefining the local luxury resort experience with its cutting-edge design, energetic DNA and Whatever/Whenever service philosophy, all set against a backdrop of spectacular shorelines, vast volcanoes and magnificent mountain ranges.

Starwood

Reserva Conchal, Costa Rica

Press Release

July 14, 2015

JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa to Open in Fall 2015

JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts, the distinctive sophisticated brand of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), announces the debut of JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa in Fall 2015. The 299-room luxury beachfront resort, designed by renowned architect Jim Olson in collaboration with Mexico City-based design firm IDEA Asociados, is dedicated to cherishing and showcasing Los Cabos' natural environment and traditions. "A rich destination with a deep cultural narrative, our newest resort property will provide guests with first-hand luxury experiences and unexpected discoveries in a captivating part of the world," said Mitzi Gaskins, Vice President, Luxury Brand Management & Guest Experience at Marriott International. "JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa combines local flavor, world-class design by Jim Olson and JW Marriott's signature service to offer an authentic and enriching experience to guests." .

Marriott

Los Angeles, Mexico

Press Release

July 9, 2015

Auberge Resorts Collection Expands To Central America With Management Of Hacienda AltaGracia In Costa Rica

Auberge Resorts Collection, owner and operator of boutique luxury hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs, announced today plans to manage Hacienda AltaGracia, a luxury resort teeming with life-altering experiences that officially opened in June 2015 in the lush mountains of Perez Zeledon in the southern region of Costa Rica. Originally conceived and developed by Costa Rican native Alberto J. Esquivel as a family retreat and coffee farm in this storied agricultural town, the resort is an esteemed member of The Leading Hotels of the World and is being rebranded as Hacienda AltaGracia, an Auberge Resort, beginning in July 2015.

Auberge Collection

Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica

Press Release

June 30, 2015

Starwood Breaks Ground on First Oceanfront Resort in Los Cabos

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) announced that the company broke ground on Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, Los Cabos over the weekend. The resort, owned by Quinta del Golfo de Cortez, SA de CV, will span 33 acres and include an extensive spa, residences, vacation ownership units and a private beach club. Slated to open in June 2017, Solaz will be Starwood's first Luxury Collection hotel in Los Cabos and the brand's seventh hotel in Mexico, following the recent conversion of Las Alcobas in Mexico City.

Starwood

Los Cabos, Mexico