Barbados’ luxury hospitality scene has welcomed an exciting new addition with the opening of Blue Monkey Hotel & Beach Club in Paynes Bay, St. James. The highly anticipated boutique property brings a fresh, design-led approach to Caribbean luxury, combining personalized service, elegant contemporary interiors, and exclusive beachfront access on Barbados’ prestigious Platinum Coast. With just 28...
The Caribbean hotel industry is delivering a standout performance in 2026, with record-breaking occupancy levels, rising room rates, and stronger revenue growth signaling one of the region’s strongest tourism years on record. New data from hospitality analytics firm STR shows that Caribbean hotels continue to benefit from sustained travel demand, reinforcing the region’s position as one of the...
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has officially expanded its Caribbean presence with the opening of Hotel Indigo Bridgetown Barbados, a vibrant new boutique hotel bringing design-led hospitality to Barbados’ dynamic South Coast. Located in Hastings along Barbados’ lively Highway 7 corridor, the 132-room property places guests at the heart of one of the island’s most walkable and energetic...
The Caribbean hospitality sector continued its strong performance throughout the first four months of 2026, with hotels across the region reporting rising occupancy levels, higher room rates, and continued revenue growth despite ongoing expansion in resort inventory and room supply. According to new data released by hotel analytics firm STR, Caribbean hotels maintained strong momentum heading into the...
A major new luxury lifestyle destination is coming to Saint Lucia as HQ Hotels & Residences by sbe officially expands into the Caribbean with the launch of HQ Cas en Bas Resort & Residences, a high-end beachfront development positioned to become one of the island’s most ambitious hospitality projects. Scheduled to debut in November 2026, the USD $130 million resort will be located within the...
Minor Hotels is officially bringing its luxury Anantara brand to the Caribbean for the first time with the launch of Anantara Turks and Caicos Resort & Residences, a major new ultra-luxury development planned for North Caicos. Scheduled to open in 2029, the beachfront project marks a significant milestone in Anantara’s continued global expansion strategy as the brand strengthens its presence...
Investor confidence in the Caribbean hospitality sector is showing renewed strength heading into 2026, with Barbados and several regional destinations emerging as key focal points for hotel development and capital deployment. Following a strong post-pandemic recovery, the Caribbean tourism industry is once again attracting attention from global investors, supported by rising visitor demand, improved...
Barbados’ luxury hospitality landscape is evolving with the launch of a new immersive concept, as Royalton Hotels & Resorts partners with Mount Gay Rum to introduce a deeply local, experience-driven approach to all-inclusive travel. The collaboration is centered around the upcoming Royalton Vessence Barbados, set to open on June 1, 2026, marking a significant addition to the island’s premium...
Barbados’ Platinum Coast is set to welcome a new addition to its evolving hospitality landscape with the launch of Royalton Vessence Barbados, an adults-oriented all-inclusive resort opening on June 1, 2026. Located in Discovery Bay, St. James, the resort introduces a more expansive, experience-driven concept to the island’s west coast—while also becoming part of Marriott International’s Autograph...
Barbados’ all-inclusive hospitality sector is set for a major boost with the highly anticipated return of the iconic Turtle Beach resort—now reimagined under Marriott International’s Tribute Portfolio brand. After an extended period of closure and full-scale renovation, the property is preparing to reopen in 2026 as Turtle Beach, Barbados, A Tribute Portfolio All-Inclusive Resort, marking a...