The St. Vincent and the Grenadines government has announced four major hotel developments that will significantly expand the nation’s room stock and strengthen its position in the regional tourism market.
The projects, unveiled by Minister of Tourism Carlos James during the State of the Tourism Industry Address and Stakeholders’ Conference on September 15, 2025, are expected to be completed within the next 36 months.
Currently, St. Vincent and the Grenadines has 3,349 hotel rooms. With the addition of the new developments and the formal inclusion of Airbnb and other short-term rentals—representing about 1,100 rooms—the country’s total room stock is projected to surpass 4,450 by 2026/2027. That figure represents a 34.5% increase over 2025 levels, boosting capacity for larger groups, international conferences, weddings, and long-stay visitors.
The four projects include:
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Peter’s Hope Resort Development Project — a 280-room beachfront Marriott Autograph Collection hotel.
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Beaches St. Vincent and the Grenadines — a 360-room family resort to be constructed at Mt. Wynne.
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Palm Island Development — a phased resort project, with the first phase scheduled to open in December 2026.
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Cumberland Bay Resort Development Project — a 150-room resort featuring overwater bungalows, cottages, a hotel, and a small marina.
Together, the projects represent a capital investment of nearly EC$2 billion and are expected to generate more than 2,000 jobs across hospitality and related sectors. Officials say the expansion will also help address seasonality, support group travel and MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions), and attract high-value leisure markets.
“These new developments represent more than additional rooms, they signify a transformation of our tourism product, strengthening St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ competitiveness on the global stage,” Minister James said. “This is not mass tourism, but a structured, forward-looking approach to development that balances growth, community benefit, and environmental stewardship.”
Annette Mark, Chief Executive Officer of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism Authority, called the announcement a “defining moment” for the destination. “With increased room stock, we will be able to attract larger events, expand into new markets, and deepen our reach in group travel, MICE, and romance tourism. This expansion also creates significant opportunities for local communities, suppliers, and service providers to benefit directly from the tourism value chain,” she said.
The Tourism Authority has pledged to back the new investments with enhanced marketing, data-driven visitor engagement, and stronger stakeholder partnerships to ensure broad-based benefits across the country.
