Marriott International has signed two agreements with Spanish hospitality group Catalonia Hotels & Resorts for all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica and Tanzania.
Under the deals, the companies plan to open a Marriott Hotels All-Inclusive Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica; and an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort in Zanzibar, Tanzania.
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The arrangement expands the partnership between the two hospitality groups and support Marriott’s ongoing expansion in the all-inclusive segment.
Marriott International Caribbean and Latin America chief development officer Laurent de Kousemaeker said: “These agreements represent a significant milestone in our all-inclusive strategy and demonstrate the strength of our relationships with experienced owners seeking to maximise value through Marriott’s globally recognised brands.”
The Marriott All-Inclusive Resort in Montego Bay is scheduled to open in 2028 following the conversion of the former Catalonia Montego Bay.
The property will be located on a beachfront site near Sangster International Airport.
Plans outline 522 rooms, 13 dining outlets, three swimming pools and 12,917ft² of meeting space at the site.
Additional features at the property are set to include a spa, fitness centre and tennis and pickleball courts.
The Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort in Zanzibar is slated to open in 2027. The new-build resort will include 271 guest rooms.
It will also have multiple swimming pools, a spa, a theatre and an oceanfront jetty with a seawater pool and bar.
The property is also expected to offer a varied culinary line-up with several speciality restaurants.
Catalonia Hotels & Resorts chief commercial and operations officer Manuel Valenzuela said: “We are pleased to strengthen our relationship with Marriott International through these two significant projects
“This agreement reflects leading international brands’ recognition of our operational excellence and the strength of our management model.
“It also aligns with the company’s expansion strategy, including collaborations that support our growth in strategic markets.”
Earlier this month, Marriott International reached an agreement with Manarat Al Dheyafah Company for Real Estate to open The Westin Abha hotel in Saudi Arabia’s Asir region.
