(TAN): Hilton has announced the signing of a management agreement for the first all-inclusive Curio Collection by Hilton property in the Dominican Republic, the new-build Zemi Miches All-Inclusive Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton, the hotel group said.
Located north of Punta Cana in the coastal town of Miches, the new 502-room all-inclusive resort will welcome travellers to an area known for its pristine beaches, sprawling mountain landscapes and lush natural surroundings. The property is owned by Zemi Hotels & Resorts and will be managed by Hilton.
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The resort is expected to open in 2024 as Hilton’s 10th all-inclusive property in the Caribbean and Latin America.
“The signing of Zemi Miches All-Inclusive Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton is a momentous addition to our robust pipeline in the broader Caribbean, where we have nearly 30 Hilton properties operating across the region and approximately 30 hotels in development,” said Pablo Maturana, vice president, development, Caribbean and Latin America, Hilton. “As we work to double our Caribbean portfolio and nearly triple our presence in the Dominican Republic, we are proud to work alongside visionary owners who share our values and support responsible tourism to incredible destinations like Miches.”
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Located approximately 60 miles from Punta Cana International Airport, the beachfront property on a half-mile stretch of pristine Esmeralda Beach will offer 502 guest rooms spread across six four-story buildings and 18 free standing beach bungalows. This includes 123 ground level swim-up guest rooms featuring individual plunge pools that connect via a winding pool allowing guests to swim to other areas of the resort.
Throughout the Caribbean and Latin America, Hilton currently has a portfolio of more than 205 hotels, and a pipeline of approximately 110 hotels in various stages of design and construction.
