Spain-based hotel group Meliá Hotels International is set to enhance its portfolio in Latin America with the signing of its first Meliá Collection hotel in Peru.
The inauguration of the Lima-based hotel is planned in two stages. The initial phase will see the opening of 61 rooms in July 2026, and the second phase is set for July 2027, culminating in a total of 107 rooms.
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Adjacent to landmarks such as the Lima Cathedral, Plaza de Armas, and the Government Palace, the hotel is situated on the Casa de la Pila site, a former intellectual hub and home to the Thalia Club from the 17th to 19th centuries.
The restoration of the space is currently being overseen by restorer Cirilo Bernui Tafur.
The Meliá Collection is known for its hotels that embody local spirit and heritage. In line with this, the Lima hotel will introduce a cultural programme.
Meliá Hotels International chairman and CEO Gabriel Escarrer Jaume said: “The signing of the Meliá Collection in Lima is another step in our growth strategy in Latin America, focusing on destinations with strong tourism potential like the Peruvian capital.
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By GlobalData“We’re proud to grow alongside local partners who share our vision and are committed to delivering top-tier experiences and quality tourism.”
The project has garnered support from the Commission for the Promotion of Peru for Export and Tourism, Promperú.
Promperú business investment promotion director Daniel Córdova said: “One of our missions is to attract business investments to strategic sectors of our economy, such as tourism.
“We’re delighted to have collaborated with Meliá Hotels International in bringing The Meliá Collection, a brand synonymous with excellence, to Lima’s Historic Centre, a district with immense potential thanks to its architectural, cultural, and culinary richness, as well as its privileged location near the city’s main attractions.”
Operated by Meliá Hotels International, the new property is owned by Hoteles Bera, a collaboration between the Bernui-Tarazona and Ramos-Bernui families.
This addition to Meliá Hotels International’s portfolio bolsters its footprint in Peru, complementing the Meliá Lima and INNSiDE Miraflores hotels.
Last month, the hotel group introduced its ME brand in Andalusia, Spain, with the launch of a new property in Marbella.
