Meliá Hotels International has announced the expansion of its INNSiDE by Meliá brand in the Dominican Republic, considered a strategic destination for the company. The plan includes opening two new facilities in Punta Cana. Notably, these will be Melia’s first franchised hotels in the Caribbean, marking an important milestone in the group’s regional expansion.
The INNSiDE by Meliá brand currently operates 45 hotels in Europe, Asia and the Americas, offering casual and affordable lifestyle experiences in both urban centers and vacation destinations around the world. The brand adapts flexibly and innovatively to meet the expectations of modern travelers, whether traveling for leisure or business.
INNSiDE Punta Cana Downtown and INNSiDE Punta Cana Bay are two new construction projects developed by Spain’s Vivantia Homes and scheduled to open in 2027. Both properties are strategically located a few kilometers from Punta Cana International Airport. Featuring 290 rooms, INNSiDE Punta Cana Downtown is located in the urban center of Punta Cana, close to various commercial areas, day and night entertainment options, and residential projects in a safe and family-friendly environment. Meanwhile, the 186-room INNSiDE Punta Cana Bay is located on Arena Gorda Beach, one of Punta Cana’s largest beaches. This place is characterized by palm trees, lush vegetation, and turquoise waters, making it very popular for water sports.
Nature lovers can visit the Ojos Indígenas Ecological Park, a private reserve with trails leading to freshwater lagoons. In addition, the area has cultural and historical sites such as Altos de Chavón, an architectural replica of a 16th-century Mediterranean village, and Isla de Saona, part of the National Park of Este and known for its extraordinary natural beauty. There are several important locations. .
Both hotels offer a variety of dining options, including restaurants, cafeterias, and grab-and-go services. It also offers a wellness area, an inspiringly designed meeting room, a swimming pool, a gym and a cinema. INNSiDE by Meliá hotels are designed for social and professional gatherings, with a focus on innovation and functionality. It will feature healthy drink options, yoga sessions, cycling tours, a modern gym and meeting rooms designed to foster creativity. Additionally, the brand aims to celebrate local culture in each destination by organizing events and showcasing the work of local artists.
Our aim is to strengthen our leadership position in the Caribbean by offering a diverse and customized selection of hotels tailored to a new generation of travelers. We believe that INNSiDE by Meliá will be an excellent addition to our existing portfolio in the Dominican Republic, which is an important strategic location for our group in the Caribbean. Gabriel Escalaire, Chairman and CEO of Melia Hotels International
Melia Hotels International, which operates the Melia Hotels & Resorts and Paradisus by Melia brands in Punta Cana, is preparing to open the Zel Hotel, the third hotel in the brand founded by Melia and Rafa Nadal and the first outside of Spain. I am.
About Melia Hotels International
Founded in 1956 in Palma de Mallorca (Spain), Melia Hotels International has more than 400 hotels open or under construction in more than 40 countries and a portfolio of nine brands. Gran Melia Hotels & Resorts, ME by Melia, Zamelia Collection, Paradisus by Melia, Melia Hotels & Resorts, ZEL, INNSiDE by Melia, Sol by Melia, and our affiliate Melia. The company is one of the world’s leading hotel chains in the leisure sector, and its experience in this sector has enabled it to establish itself in the growing market for leisure-inspired urban hotels. Due to our commitment to responsible tourism, we are recognized as the most sustainable European hotel company, according to S&P Global’s 2024 Sustainability Yearbook, and have the ‘Top Employer 2024’ brand in Spain, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Italy and Germany. was also selected. France and Vietnam. Melia Hotels International is also part of IBEX 35. For more information, please visit www.meliahotelsinternational.com.
