New hotel chains plan investments in Paraguay

Tourism growth attracts new international hotel brands

Paraguay is experiencing a very favorable moment for the tourism and business sector, attracting the interest of major international hotel chains. According to information published by the newspaper ABC Color, the president of the Asociación Industrial Hotelera del Paraguay (AIHPY), Juan Danieri, highlighted that the scenario is ideal for new investments, driven by the rise in international tourism and strong corporate activity in the country.

New projects and partnerships in Asunción

Among the prominent announcements is the partnership between Minor Hotels and Grupo Petra, which plans the construction of an NH hotel with 116 rooms in Asunción. Construction is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2027, with the opening scheduled for late 2029. Additionally, another project includes an NH Collection hotel in the Petra Imperiale development, with opening planned for 2030, alongside advanced negotiations with other global brands.

Key points on the advancement of Paraguayan hospitality

• The capital's hotel capacity exceeds 6,600 beds, according to data from the Secretaría Nacional de Turismo (Senatur).
• Over the past decade, Paraguay has doubled the number of establishments and tripled its total lodging capacity.
• The arrival of new international brands generates new job openings, boosts the economy, and strengthens local competitiveness.

The hotel sector has professionalized to keep pace with the country's development, creating a dynamic environment full of new opportunities for those looking to work in the services, tourism, and gastronomy sectors in Paraguay.

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