Driving hotel growth in the Caribbean: Royalton CHIC Jamaica Paradise Cove will expand TUI’s portfolio in Jamaica
Global hotel fund acquires hotel in Jamaica
Following a redesign, the hotel will be managed by Royalton CHIC Resorts
This expansion into Jamaica represents the remarkable success of Royalton Resorts and its impact on the all-inclusive industry
At the international tourism fair ITB in Berlin, the TUI Global Hospitality Fund and the hotel brand Royalton CHIC Resorts have announced a joint project in Jamaica. The international hotel fund initiated by TUI and HANSAINVEST Lux S.A. has acquired an existing hotel in Runaway Bay, which is now being completely redesigned and is expected to open in late 2026 as Royalton CHIC Jamaica Paradise Cove, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resorts – Adults Only.
At Jamaica's trade fair stand, Gregory Shervington, Regional Director Europe of Jamaica Tourist Board stated: "The TUI Global Hospitality Fund’s investment along with Royalton’s expansion in Jamaica clearly sends a strong signal of endorsement of the positive investment climate in the world famous destination." Jurgen Stutz, SVP of Sales, Marketing and Revenue Management of Blue Diamond Resorts, parent company of Royalton CHIC Resorts is also delighted about the planned hotel development: “Bringing Royalton CHIC Resorts to Jamaica is an exciting milestone that reflects our brand’s dynamic growth and the demand for elevated, experience-driven all-inclusive stays”.
Royalton CHIC Resorts will be bringing its spirited experience to Jamaica with 345 meticulously designed suites, including Diamond Club™ room categories for guests seeking elevated luxury with personalized butler services, premium room locations, exclusive areas, and exclusive amenities.
Guests will also enjoy four upscale dining venues and one international buffet, along with posh swim out rooms and beachfront pools, perfect for elevated social gatherings. Embracing Royalton CHIC Resorts’ signature “Party Your Way” concept, the resort will allow travellers to curate their ideal getaway—whether indulging in serene beachside or spa relaxation, or immersing themselves in vibrant entertainment, including sparkling happenings.
“TUI, as a shareholder in Royalton, is already a leading leisure hotel provider in the Caribbean”, says Peter Krueger, TUI Group’s Chief Strategy Officer & CEO Holiday Experiences. “Many international guests, not only from Europe but also from North America, ensure that the hotel locations are highly profitable. I am very pleased that we are driving forward the value-adding business in Jamaica with the support of the hotel fund investors.” TUI Hotels & Resorts’ global hotel portfolio currently comprises 78 hotels in the Caribbean, featuring popular brands like Royalton or Riu.
The newly acquired hotel will be the third asset of the TUI Global Hospitality Fund. The additional resorts are located in Zanzibar and Cape Verde and are managed by TUI’s well-known leisure brands.
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About Royalton CHIC Resorts
Royalton CHIC Resorts (https://www.royaltonresorts.com/resorts/chic) offer adults-only vibrant and effervescent all-inclusive experiences to Party Your Way and revel in the unexpected. Located in popular Caribbean destinations such as Punta Cana - Dominican Republic, Cancun - Mexico, and Antigua, this new adults-only generation of all-inclusive concept delivers unprecedented experiences where luxury and fun intersect in each idyllic location. Choose between relaxing and treating yourself or partying and having fun— Party Your Way.
Ideal for couples, groups, singles or friends, including modern rooms and suites featuring All-In Luxury™, the premium DreamBed™, a variety of culinary offerings, All-In Connectivity™ and exclusivity through the Diamond Club™ category. Guests can choose between relaxing and treating themselves in the spa or enjoy the resort's unique events and theme parties at signature locations.
For more information about Royalton CHIC Resorts, visit www.royaltonchicresorts.com (http://www.royaltonchicresorts.com)
About TUI Group
The TUI Group is one of the world's leading tourism groups and operates worldwide. The Group is headquartered in Germany. TUI shares are listed in the MDAX index of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and in the regulated market of the Lower Saxony Stock Exchange in Hanover. TUI Group offers its over 20 million customers integrated services from a single source and forms the entire tourism value chain under one roof. The Group owns over 400 hotels and resorts with premium brands such as RIU, TUI Blue and Robinson and 17 cruise ships, ranging from the MS Europa and MS Europa 2 in the luxury class and expedition ships in the HANSEATIC class to the Mein Schiff fleet of TUI Cruises and cruise ships operated by Marella Cruises in the UK. The Group also includes Europe's leading tour operator brands and online marketing platforms, for example for hotel-only or flight-only offers, five airlines with more than 130 modern medium- and long-haul aircraft and around 1,200 travel agencies. In addition to expanding its core business with hotels and cruises via successful joint ventures and activities in vacation destinations, TUI is increasingly focusing on the expansion of digital platforms. The Group is transforming itself into a global tourism platform company.
Global responsibility for sustainable economic, environmental and social action is at the heart of our corporate culture. With projects in 25 countries, the TUI Care Foundation initiated by TUI focuses on the positive effects of tourism, on education and training and on strengthening environmental and social standards. In this way, it supports the development of vacation destinations. The globally active TUI Care Foundation initiates projects that create new opportunities for the next generation.
Media contact Royalton CHIC Resorts
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