2019 is almost here, and the year’s list of hotel openings includes new development, properties completing major renovations, all-inclusive resorts, and even a permanently berthed ship. Restoration of historic buildings is a definite trend, a desire to preserve the past and to infuse character and the patina of age. The hotels range from casual to upscale luxury properties, and from downtown city locations to wildlife habitats in Africa.
Hodges Bay Resort & Spa – Antigua
The new property boasts luxury accommodations, including spacious one to four bedroom villas, three on-site restaurants, oceanside infinity pool with swim-up bar, rooftop bar, luxury spa, and poolside cabanas. Complimentary non-motorized water sports, Aqua School, and fitness classes are available as well.
Elegant Hotel Group (LON:EHG) owns and operates seven luxury freehold hotels and a beachfront restaurant, Daphne’s, on the island of Barbados. The Group’s portfolio currently comprises 588 rooms, making it twice as large (by room number) as the closest competitor in the Barbados luxury hotel room market. Six of the seven properties are situated along the prestigious west coast of Barbados commonly known as the “Platinum Coast”. The properties are all freehold, with a total aggregate plot size of approximately 23 acres and an aggregate beachfront of 2,600 feet.
