Marriott signs dual deal with Catalonia Hotels & Resorts

Marriott International, Inc. has signed two all-inclusive resort agreements with Catalonia Hotels & Resorts, that includes a Marriott Hotels All-Inclusive Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica, and an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort in Zanzibar, Tanzania — reinforcing Marriott’s continued expansion in the all-inclusive segment and Catalonia’s confidence in Marriott’s brand portfolio.

Laurent de Kousemaeker, Chief Development Officer, Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) for Marriott International, explained that: “These agreements represent a significant milestone in our all-inclusive strategy and demonstrate the strength of our relationships with experienced owners seeking to maximize value through Marriott’s globally recognized brands.”

And he continued: “Catalonia already knows Marriott through its ownership of Renaissance Barcelona Fira Hotel, and we are delighted to expand our collaboration through two distinctive resorts in highly desirable leisure destinations. We continue to see growing interest from owners and investors who recognize the power of Marriott’s brands, distribution platform, and development expertise.”

Highlights of the deals include:

• Marriott International and Catalonia Hotels & Resorts are expanding their relationship through two new all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica and Tanzania.
• The projects will bring a Marriott Hotels All-Inclusive Resort to Montego Bay, Jamaica, and an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort to Zanzibar, Tanzania, two growing leisure destinations.
• The agreements support Marriott’s continued global expansion in all-inclusive resorts, with 38 open properties in CALA and 20 additional projects in the pipeline across CALA and EMEA.

The Marriott All-Inclusive Resort in Montego Bay is expected to open in 2028 following the conversion of the former Catalonia Montego Bay. Located on a beachfront site near Sangster International Airport, the 522-room resort is planned to feature 13 dining venues, three pools, approximately 12,917 square feet of meeting space, a spa, fitness centre, tennis and pickleball courts, a lazy river, and more than 2,130 feet of beachfront.

The second agreement will introduce an All-Inclusive Resort to Zanzibar, Tanzania under Autograph Collection Hotels. Expected to open in 2027, the new-build property is planned to feature 271 guestrooms and a wellness-focused guest experience. Planned amenities include multiple swimming pools, a spa, a theatre, an oceanfront jetty with a seawater pool and bar, and a diverse culinary program with a variety of specialty restaurants. Upon opening, the resort will offer travellers an all-inclusive experience that combines the individuality and character of the Autograph Collection brand with Zanzibar’s rich culture, natural beauty, and growing appeal as an international leisure destination.

Catalonia currently owns, leases, and operates 82 hotels totaling more than 12,000 rooms. The company has built a strong reputation through a portfolio that spans urban hotels throughout Europe and leisure resorts in CALA, including properties in Mexico and the Dominican Republic. Catalonia also owns the Renaissance Barcelona Fira Hotel, an incredible property in the Fira area of Barcelona.