Marriott Adds Autograph Property in Haiti

Marriott International’s Autograph Collection Hotels will add the Habitation Jouissant, a boutique property in Cap Haitien, Haiti, to its global portfolio in the fourth quarter of 2017.

Habitation Jouissant will be the collection’s third hotel in the Caribbean and Marriott’s second property in Haiti, following the opening of the Marriott Port-au-Prince earlier this year.

The Jouissant will undergo a comprehensive overhaul, including the addition of 87 guestrooms that will include a new presidential suite. When completed, the hotel will have 100 rooms, two restaurants, a bar, two pools, a fitness center and meeting rooms.

“This opening reaffirms our commitment to Haiti," said Tim Sheldon, president of the Caribbean and Latin America. "We continue to seek opportunities to bring brands such as the Autograph Collection to Haiti to accommodate the wave of international travelers visiting the region."

Originally built in 1959, the historical property later was acquired as a private residence by Haiti’s Beliard family. In 2011, it was converted into a bed and breakfast operation; eight rooms were added the following year for a total of 13 suites.

Source: Travel Weekly