Sonesta International Hotels has sealed a deal to set up five Sonesta ES Suites properties in the Dominican Republic.

The move is a franchised venture with real estate developer Almanzar Marte Ingenieros & Arquitectos.

Almanzar Marte CEO David Almanzar said: “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.”

The first of these properties, Sonesta ES Suites ELEMENTS Jarabacoa, is expected to open in the first trimester of 2026, with the subsequent four hotels slated for completion in seven years.

Sonesta ES Suites ELEMENTS Jarabacoa will be an upscale, extended-stay hotel in the La Vega province.

The hotel's location offers easy access to attractions such as Armando Bermudez National Park, Jarabacoa Eco Paragliders RD, and Cafe Colao.

This property will house at least 80 suites featuring wood-like floors and modular kitchens with granite countertops. 

It will offer a range of facilities, including eight outdoor swimming pools, tennis and padel courts, electric vehicle charging stations, BBQ and fire pits, a children's play area, a game room, and a spa/fitness centre.

Sonesta chief development officer Brian Quinn said “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.

“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.”

This announcement follows the opening of Royal Sonesta Washington, DC Capitol Hill in the US, which was refurbished by RMR Group, last year.