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Cachet Hospitality Group Set To Unveil Cachet Beach Hotel, New Resort Destination In Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

CACHET Hospitality Group (CHG) and Cabo Villas Beach Resort and Spa announced today the debut of Cachet Beach Hotel & Beach Club in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. The opening represents the first phase of Cachet Corazon, CHG's first dual-branded resort destination; the second phase, Cachet Deluxe Los Cabos, is set for completion in 2018. Boasting 77 stylishly re-imagined rooms, a sizzling Beach Club, Aleta Seafood Grill, Bar and Sun Deck, three chill wet areas and rejuvenating spa experiences at Spa Ritual, Cachet Beach redefines beach chic for the modern traveler.

IHG Breaks Ground on Two New-Build Staybridge Suites® Hotels in Guanajuato, Mexico

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, and the largest global hotel company in Mexico, today announces the groundbreaking on two new-build 120-room Staybridge Suites® hotels in the Mexican cities of Irapuato and Silao. Both properties will be operated by Grupo Presidente®, one of IHG's long-term partners in Mexico.The Staybridge Suites Irapuato hotel will be located eight miles north of downtown Irapuato along Federal Highway 45 and in close proximity to the Marabis Plaza, home to retail and food and beverage outlets. The Staybridge Suites Silao hotel will be situated in the Guanajuato Inland Port, the main business park in the Bajio region, and next to the Del Bajio International Airport. Both nine- story hotels will be located in the state of Guanajuato and are slated to open in late 2017.

New luxe villa hotel to open in Las Catalinas Costa Rica February 2017

Modern travellers seeking an authentic Costa Rican experience filled with immersive culture, adventure and romance will love the new Casa Chameleon Las Catalinas hotel opening February 2017.

IHG Announces Opening of Holiday Inn Resort® Hotel in Mazatlan, Mexico

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) one of the world's leading hotel companies, announces the opening of the Holiday Inn Resort® Mazatlan hotel in Mazatlan, Mexico. The new-build 164-room beachfront property is the first Holiday Inn Resort in Sinaloa State and the fourth in Mexico, joining the Holiday Inn Resort Acapulco, Holiday Inn Resort Los Cabos and the recently opened Holiday Inn Resort Ixtapa properties.

Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya Opens In Mexico

Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced the official opening of Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya. Joining internationally acclaimed eco-destination Mayakoba, the premium oceanfront property helps bring an exciting new experience to the locale, immersing guests in a hidden paradise with six miles of freshwater canals surrounded by exotic mangroves, lagoons, flora and fauna as well as tropical birds. The setting transports guests into a lush natural environment where locally inspired experiences, cuisine and personalized service are brought to life. Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya marks the first Mexico property for the lifestyle brand. To celebrate the grand opening, Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya is offering guests a complimentary third night plus breakfast when booking a three or more night stay by February 15, 2017 for visits from January 6-April 8, 2017. See below for terms.

Rosewood Mandarina in Mexico to Open in 2019

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® has been appointed by RLH Properties, a company created by BK Partners, to manage Rosewood Mandarina which will open in 2019 as Rosewood's fifth property in Mexico. Located on the west coast of Mexico just 30 minutes' drive from the Puerto Vallarta International Airport, the resort will be situated in the breathtaking region of Riviera Nayarit. Rich with a culture that is as colorful as the exotic flora, the Nayarit region is renowned for its diverse landscape with lagoons, rivers, volcanoes, almost 200 miles of beach along the Pacific Ocean, abundant vegetation, and mountains to the west.

Hyatt Regency Brand Makes Its Debut in Colombia

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Cartagena, the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Colombia. The opening of the first Hyatt Regency hotel in Colombia is a milestone for Hyatt as it continues to focus on the development of the Hyatt Regency brand across Latin America.

Hilton Hotels & Resorts Brand to Debut in Heart of Latin America

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) and Grupo Cartes today announced the signing of a management agreement to operate a new build Hilton hotel and residences in Asuncion, Paraguay – bringing the company's flagship brand to a new country. Hilton Asuncion will form part of a 600,000-square-foot mixed use complex featuring a broadcasting building, corporate offices, Hilton branded residences and parking spaces. Scheduled to open in 2021, the hotel will operate 180 guest rooms and 50 Hilton branded residences.

DoubleTree by Hilton Welcomes New Hotel in Mexico’s Capital

DoubleTree by Hilton, one of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) 13 industry-leading brands, announces the opening of its newest hotel in Mexico City - the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Mexico City Santa Fe. Strategically located adjacent to the Expo Santa Fe Mexico Convention Center in the city's new corporate district, the hotel will undergo a multimillion dollar renovation to be unveiled during 2017. The 172-room DoubleTree by Hilton property is part of a dual brand development, which will include a 189-room Hilton Garden Inn expected to open late 2017.

Marriott International Signs Four New Hotels in Mexico

As part of a visit to Mexico, Arne Sorenson, President and CEO of Marriott International, Inc., announced the signing of four hotels in the country. Following an aggressive expansion strategy in one of the region's key markets, Marriott expects to add the new properties to its existing portfolio of 70 hotels. The company operates more than 200 hotels in the Caribbean and Latin American region, spanning 20 brands in 33 countries and territories.

Hampton by Hilton Arrives in Medellin, Colombia

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) continues its expansion in Latin America with the opening today of its first hotel in Medellin, Colombia and the eighth Hampton in the country. Owned and managed by Metro Operacion Inmobiliaria SAS, Hampton by Hilton Medellin, a new 132-room hotel joins the Hampton by Hilton and Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton family.

STR: Caribbean/Mexico hotel pipeline for October 2016

STR's October 2016 Pipeline Report shows 32,056 rooms in 190 projects Under Contract in the Caribbean/Mexico region. The total represents a 14.3% increase in rooms Under Contract compared with October 2015.Under Contract data includes projects in the In Construction, Final Planning and Planning stages but does not include projects in the Unconfirmed stage.The region reported 14,087 rooms in 90 projects In Construction for the month, which is a 15.6% increase in year-over-year comparisons. Among the region's key markets, Central Mexico (4,886 rooms in 37 hotels) reported the largest number of rooms In Construction, followed by the Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico (2,387 rooms in 12 hotels).A note to editors: As of 1 March 2016, all references to STR data and analysis should cite "STR" as the source. Please refrain from citing "STR, Inc." "Smith Travel Research" or "STR Global" in sourcing as those names no longer fit within the updated STR brand.

Curio – A Collection by Hilton Debuts Five-Star Beach & Golf Resort in Honduras

Steps from the crystal-blue Caribbean Sea in Honduras, Indura Beach & Golf Resort today joined Curio - A Collection by Hilton.As Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) rapidly-expanding global collection of distinctive upscale hotels, Curio caters to passionate travelers seeking local discovery and authentic experiences. Owned by Desarrollo Turistico Bahía de Tela S.A de C.V (DTBT) and managed by Trust Hospitality, the 60-suite Indura Beach & Golf Resort marks Curio's first property in Central America.

IHG's Candlewood Suites® Brand Debuts in Mexico

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies announces today that the new-build, 100-room Candlewood Suites® Queretaro-Juriquilla property has opened as the brand's first property in Mexico. The Candlewood Suites property joins the Staybridge Suites Queretaro hotel representing both of IHG's extended stay brands in the city. IHG has more than 220 hotels open in México, Latin America and the Caribbean and now eight properties are located in Querétaro. Additionally, the Candlewood Suites Celaya hotel will open as the second Candlewood Suites property in Mexico this year.

Marriott International Inks Deal to Debut Tribute Portfolio™ in Latin America

Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR) today announced the upcoming debut of its aspirational independent hotels and resorts brand, Tribute Portfolio, in Latin America. By December 2016, the brand will add two independent hotels to its portfolio in Argentina's most sought-after regions. Arelauquen Lodge, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, will be debut in Patagonia, near the world's end, with vast landscapes of lakes and mountains, while Auberge du Vin, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, will be located in the heart of Argentina's wine country, where some of the world's best vino is produced. The signing of these properties is a significant step in the brand's expansion, not only reflecting the growing global traveler demand for independent travel experiences around the world, but also serving as a direct response to its loyalty reward members' desires for more hotel options in both adventure travel and wine country destinations.

Hyatt Place São José do Rio Preto Opens in the State of São Paulo, Brazil

Hyatt Place São José do Rio Preto opens today, marking the first Hyatt Place hotel to open in Brazil. Practical design aligned with comfort and technology are the leading characteristics of the new Hyatt Place hotel illustrating the success of Hyatt's select service brand as it continues to create value for guests and owners worldwide. Hyatt, in joint venture with Elandis, intends to open multiple Hyatt Place hotels in Brazil.

Elandis Set To Complete First Of Multiple Hyatt Place Hotels In Brazil Under Its Master Development Plan With Hyatt

Elandis, an international real estate group that develops, owns, and manages real estate assets throughout the Americas and in Europe, announces its on-schedule and on-budget completion of a newly built Hyatt Place hotel in São José do Rio Preto, Brazil, which was developed by a joint venture entity formed by Elandis and an affiliate of Hyatt in 2014. This is the first of multiple Hyatt Place hotels expected to be developed as part of the master development plan between Hyatt and Elandis.

Meliá Hotels International Announces Plans To Transform Meliá Cabo Real Into Paradisus Los Cabos

Meliá Hotels International, one of the largest hotel companies worldwide, with more than 370 hotels in more than 40 countries and four continents, announced today that it will transform Meliá Cabo Real into Paradisus Los Cabos, which is part of a US $35 million renovation to convert and upgrade the existing property. Set to open December 23, 2016, this property will be the ninth Paradisus resort in its portfolio and the fourth in Mexico, and will feature 28 unique ocean view swim-up suites, more than 90 Royal Service guest rooms, which is the brand's signature adult-only offering, providing personalized butler service that is an ideal option for both wedding parties and honeymooners. The resort will also feature a fine dining restaurant, Passion by Martin Berasategui, a brand standard, where guests will get to experience world-class cuisine by seven Michelin star-rated chef Martin Berasategui.

NH Hotel Group officially presents its NH Collection brand in America

Today, in Mexico City, NH Hotel Group officially celebrated the launch of its premium brand, NH Collection, in America, coinciding with the inauguration of the NH Collection Mexico City Reforma.

The ceremony organised to officially present the brand on the continent was attended by Enrique de la Madrid, Secretary of Tourism of the Mexican Federal Government, and Luis Fernández-Cid de las Alas Pumariño, Spanish Ambassador in Mexico. The event was also attended by NH Hotel Group´s Co-Chairmen Alfredo Fernández Agras and José Antonio Castro Sousa, and the Company's executives Ramón Aragonés, Global Managing Director, and Eduardo Bosch, Managing Director America.

Hampton Inn by Hilton Announces the Opening of New hotel in Irapuato, Mexico

IRAPUATO, Mexico and MCLEAN, Va. -- Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced today the opening of the new 112- room Hampton Inn by Hilton Irapuato, strategically located approximately nine miles of the city's thriving industrial and automotive center, as well as near cultural and tourist attractions. This new build hotel is the latest addition to the global brand of more than 2,100 Hampton Inn by Hilton, Hampton Inn & Suites and Hampton by Hilton hotels.