Sonesta Kicks Off Multi-Year Expansion with Jarabacoa Hotel Construction

NEWTON, MA [September 16, 2024] – Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the execution of a deal to open five Sonesta ES Suites hotels in the Dominican Republic. The first property, Sonesta ES Suites ELEMENTS Jarabacoa, is scheduled to open in the first trimester of 2026 with the remaining four hotels to be completed within seven years.

Sonesta ES Suites ELEMENTS Jarabacoa, an upscale, extended stay hotel, will be located in the La Vega province, surrounded by mountain views and at an altitude of 595 meters. The hotel will be in a region known for its annual flower festival celebration and bordered by four large rivers: the Yaque del Norte, the Jimenoa, the Guanajuma and the Baiguate. The hotel will be strategically located for outdoor adventure just minutes from Armando Bermudez National Park, home to the highest peak in the Caribbean the Pico Duarte, Jarabacoa Eco Paragliders RD and Cafe Colao.

“We are proud to announce the execution of this important deal, securing five Sonesta ES Suites agreements in the Dominican Republic set to open through 2031,” said Brian Quinn, Sonesta’s Chief Development Officer. “With the construction of these hotels, Sonesta continues its expansion in the LATAM region to meet rising consumer and franchisee demand in the region for upscale apartment-style accommodations.”

Sonesta ES Suites ELEMENTS Jarabacoa will offer a minimum of 80 suites with floor to ceiling windows, imported wood-like floors and modular kitchens with granite countertops. The hotel will feature a well-appointed F&B offering, eight outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, padel courts, electric vehicle charging stations, BBQ and fire pits, kids play area, game room, and spa/fitness center as well as a three-meal restaurant and bar, Casa Club, a French bistro, which will be the first of its kind in the area.

The five Sonesta ES Suites properties are franchised by Almanzar Marte Ingenieros & Arquitectos, a real estate developer with more than 14 years of experience. They have developed, constructed and delivered over 100 residential units in Santo Domingo.

“We are thrilled to introduce the Sonesta brand to the Dominican Republic. Their values and business practices align seamlessly with ours, as both companies share a strong foundation in family-oriented principles,” said David Almanzar, CEO of Almanzar Marte. “Come and discover the Dominican Republic inside and out—enjoy all it has to offer without the hassle of managing it for yourself.”

At Sonesta ES Suites ELEMENTS Jarabacoa, guests are embraced by a sense of homecoming from the moment they arrive connected with the magic of Jarabacoa´s nature. From fully stocked in-room kitchens to spacious outdoor gathering spots and cozy communal areas, Sonesta ES Suites provide all the essentials necessary for guests to maintain their daily routines, whether it’s a brief visit or an extended stay.

To learn more about our continued growth in the Dominican Republic, please visit here to learn about the announcement of Larimar City & Resort, a New Luxury Development, where we will be opening a Royal Sonesta and James Hotel in 2026.