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Hospitality Net
a day ago
- Business
- Hospitality Net
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Joins Marriott's Autograph Collection Following $80.2 Million Property-Wide Renovation
La Concha Resort, one of San Juan's most iconic beachfront destinations, proudly announces its official transition to Marriott International's prestigious Autograph Collection, marking a transformative new chapter for the resort as La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, an Autograph Collection Hotel. This milestone coincides with the completion of an extensive property-wide renovation, highlighted by the unveiling of the fully reimagined Suite Tower featuring 238 newly redesigned rooms and indulging suites. The newly renovated accommodations designed by Celano Design, redefine modern sophistication and emphasize the hotel's oceanfront location featuring spacious suites including separate lounge and bedroom areas, custom marble-flooring within residential-style bathrooms, private balconies, and floor-to-ceiling windows offering sweeping ocean views. Upon entry into the refreshed suites, guests arrive into an inviting living space featuring a soothing color palette of whites, bone, gray, and teal, evoking the tropical-modern aesthetic that La Concha Resort is renowned for. A statement sculpture inspired by native plants from Puerto Rico adds texture and scale to the rooms while a wood console with carved panels brings warmth to the space. To further enforce San Juan's playful energy, a polished stainless steel bar cart offers guests the best local rum, beverages, and snacks, encouraging guests to fully immerse into the Puerto Rican culture. As the first Autograph Collection Hotel in Puerto Rico, La Concha Resort joins Marriott's distinctive premium tier of more than330 hand-selected propertiesworldwide known for their unique design and authentic experiences. This transition solidifies La Concha's status as one of Puerto Rico's premier resort destinations, offering an added layer of exclusivity and elevated service. Aligned with Autograph Collection's dedication to providing memorable moments for guests, a signature cocktail experiencewill launch in La Concha Resort's newly renovated lobby bar. This daily program invites guests to personalize their cocktails by choosing from five distinct infusions and selecting a unique creation based on their mood —whether it's Adventurous, Passionate, Social, Introvert, or Life of the Party - resulting in an interactive and bespoke beverage journey with mocktail creations as well. The wellness experience at La Concha has been elevated with the opening of Elemara Spa & Salon late last year. This serene spa sanctuary offers a range of indulgent treatments and personalized wellness rituals inspired by earth's natural elements and designed to rejuvenate the mind, body, and spirit. Culinary offerings have also been transformed as part of the larger renovation. Levant by Chef Michael White, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant led by Michelin-starred Chef Michael White, opened in March 2025 within the resort's iconic shell-shaped structure, offering guests an exceptional dining experience. Tekka Bar, a vibrant counter-side Handroll & Sake venue located in the hotel's lobby, opened late last year, adding further variety. Additionally, a new signature three-meal restaurant, AQA Oceanfront is slated to open this summer, enhancing the resort's all-day dining options. Upgrading the resort's banquet venues as well, ballroom renovations are also expected to finish later this fall, completing the resort's comprehensive refresh. La Concha Resort's sweeping renovation and integration into Marriott's Autograph Collection reflects its dedication to providing unparalleled distinctive lifestyle experiences in the Caribbean. The resort's prime beachfront location in San Juan's vibrant Condado district, combined with new elevated guest experiences, ensures that La Concha remains one of Puerto Rico's most sought-after destinations. The property is also home to popular entertainment venues including Casino del Mar, Puerto Rico's first BetMGM Sportsbook, and the energetic Fifty Eight Nightclub, cementing La Concha as a premier hub for dining, entertainment, and relaxation. La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, an Autograph Collection Hotel, participates in Marriott Bonvoy, the award-winning travel platform from Marriott International. Marriott Bonvoy members will earn points for their stay at this new hotel, and at other properties across Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary brands, including all-inclusive resorts and premium home rentals, as well as through everyday purchases with co-branded credit cards. Members can redeem their points for experiences including future stays, Marriott Bonvoy Moments, or through partners for luxurious products from Marriott Bonvoy Boutiques. With the Marriott Bonvoy app, members enjoy a level of personalization and a contactless experience that allows them to travel with peace of mind. For more information, or to make a reservation, please visit or follow the resort on Instagram at @laconcharesort. Hotel website
Travel Weekly
2 days ago
- Business
- Travel Weekly
San Juan's La Concha Resort hits major milestone with Suite Tower renovation done
San Juan beachfront resort La Concha has nearly completed a $80.2 million renovation, highlighted by a reimagined Suite Tower with 238 redesigned rooms. The completed work marks La Concha's official transition to Marriott International's Autograph Collection, the resort said. The resort previously was branded as a Renaissance, another Marriott brand. Renovated accommodations in the Suite Tower at La Concha Resort. Photo Credit: La Concha Resort Celano Design's redone accommodations include suites with marble flooring, residential-style bathrooms, balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows offering sweeping ocean views. Suites have a "soothing color palette of whites, bone, gray and teal, evoking the tropical-modern aesthetic that La Concha Resort is renowned for," the resort said. A polished stainless steel bar cart in the suite offers guests rum, beverages and snacks. La Concha said a new cocktail program at the renovated lobby bar "invites guests to personalize their cocktails by choosing from five distinct infusions and selecting a unique creation based on their mood, whether it's adventurous, passionate, social, introvert or life of the party." La Concha's iconic seashell structure is home to the Mediterranean-inspired Levant restaurant. Photo Credit: La Concha Resort Culinary offerings also have been transformed as part of the renovation. Levant, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant led by Michelin-starred chef Michael White, opened in March within the resort's iconic shell-shaped structure. Tekka Bar serves handrolls and sake in the hotel's lobby. A new three-meal restaurant, AQA Oceanfront, is slated to open this summer. Ballroom renovations are expected to finish later this fall. The wellness experience at La Concha was elevated with the opening of Elemara Spa & Salon late last year. The property is also home to Casino del Mar, Puerto Rico's first BetMGM Sportsbook, and the Fifty Eight Nightclub.
Bloomberg
08-05-2025
- Bloomberg
Immigration Raid on Paulson Puerto Rico Hotel Ensnares 53 People
An immigration raid on a luxury Puerto Rico hotel partially owned by billionaire investor John Paulson led the US Department of Homeland Security to arrest dozens of construction workers from the Dominican Republic. Some 53 workers, all presumed to be undocumented, were working at the La Concha Resort in San Juan, but weren't hotel employees, Special Agent Rebecca Gonzalez-Ramos told reporters Thursday in San Juan. She declined to name the construction company the team worked for.
