Grupo Puntacana, Mac Hotels, and Marriott International announce the opening of reservations for the W Punta Cana hotel in the spring of 202
Grupo Puntacana, Mac Hotels, and Marriott International have announced the upcoming reservation opening for W Punta Cana, part of Marriott Bonvoy's extraordinary portfolio of more than 30 brands. With 340 rooms, including 11 spectacular villas, the hotel will open its doors as the first W Hotels property in the Dominican Republic and the brand’s first All-Inclusive hotel worldwide.
Located in Uvero Alto, W Punta Cana will feature a bold and modern, adults-only design, including rooms with balconies, private pools, and swim-up access. The hotel will also boast a magnificent 2,000 m² spa with 10 treatment rooms, six themed restaurants, a rooftop with stunning views of the ocean, mountains, and cacao fields; a shopping area, two pools with swim-up bars, and a total of 13 bar and restaurant options offering a sophisticated culinary and mixology experience for guests.
The announcement was made during the 45th International Tourism Fair (FITUR 2025) in Madrid, Spain, by Grupo Puntacana executives Frank Elías Rainieri, President & CEO; Frank Rainieri, Founder; Haydée Rainieri, Board Member; Paola Rainieri, Chief Marketing Officer; and Francesca Rainieri, Chief Financial Officer. Representing Mac Hotels were Miguel Amengual, Commercial Director, and Aina Amengual, Operations Director. Marriott International was represented by Paula Cerrillo, Senior Director, Development, Caribbean & Latin America, alongside the Dominican Republic's Minister of Tourism, David Collado.
Speaking about the project, Frank Elías Rainieri stated: “With W Punta Cana in Uvero Alto, we reaffirm our strong commitment to continuing the country's tourism development, investing in the industry, opening new markets, enhancing hotel offerings, and generating 650 new jobs for Dominicans, contributing to the nation's economic growth.”
"We are very pleased with this alliance with the Amengual family, owners of the renowned Mallorcan hotel chain Mac Hotels, and the well-known Marriott International group, with its luxury brand W Hotels. This hotel will revolutionize this tourist destination by elevating the All-Inclusive concept to the luxury category, with the exceptional service that characterizes the brand," said Rainieri.
For his part, Miguel Amengual stated: "It is a great honor for us to announce the opening of reservations for W Punta Cana All-Inclusive this spring. It will be the first all-inclusive hotel under the W brand in the world, as part of Marriott International's luxury brand portfolio
.This project has been carefully designed with a focus on sustainability and integration with the environment, reflecting our ongoing commitment to the development of the luxury segment in the Dominican Republic and Marriott's dedication to enhancing this destination."
"With the upcoming opening of W Punta Cana, the Dominican Republic continues to position itself as the ideal destination for travelers seeking top-tier, unique experiences. This project also contributes to economic development and job creation in the region. We are thrilled to welcome tourists from around the world to discover the beauty and hospitality that Punta Cana and the Dominican Republic have to offer.
From Mac Hotels, we are grateful to Grupo Puntacana and Marriott International for making this strategic alliance a reality, reflecting the new wave of hospitality in this Caribbean paradise," added Amengual.
"At Marriott International, we are excited to collaborate with Grupo Puntacana and Mac Hotels to bring the W Hotels brand to the Dominican Republic. This brand, which redefines luxury, is arriving in Punta Cana with a unique All-Inclusive format worldwide. We are confident that travelers and the more than 219 million Marriott Bonvoy members who seek unparalleled and culturally immersive travel experiences will greatly appreciate this new offering," said Paula Cerrillo, Senior Director, Development, Marriott International Caribbean and Latin America.