Gran Meliá Puerto Rico to Be Reborn as Meliá Coco Beach; Renovations Planned
RIO GRANDE, PR. July 11, 2017 - Meliá Hotels & Resorts today announced that its Puerto Rico retreat will be rebranded as Meliá Coco Beach. Previously part of the Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts family, the resort will undergo renovations throughout 2017 to transition to a different brand within the Meliá Hotels International portfolio.
Over the upcoming months, Meliá Coco Beach will adopt Meliá-branded services and amenities including its premium service concept, THE LEVEL. The renovations will take place in various phases to refresh the different areas of the hotel. The current food and beverage offerings will also be updated and will include a buffet restaurant, a steakhouse and a Japanese-Peruvian fusion restaurant along with old favorites such as Pasion by Myrta offering Puerto Rican cuisine. Meliá Coco Beach will also feature a refurbished convention center with state of the art technology suitable for a wide variety of meetings and events slated to open December 2017.
“We are excited to watch our beautiful Puerto Rico property evolve and transform into Meliá Coco Beach,” said Raul Alvarez, Director of Operations, The Americas. “With its passion for service, exceptional culinary experiences and activities for a wide mix of travelers, the Meliá Hotels & Resorts brand will be the perfect fit for guests looking to experience a combination of beachside relaxation and local culture.”
Meliá Coco Beach will upgrade 120 rooms to become part of THE LEVEL, along with six pool garden villas and a lounge that is exclusive to THE LEVEL guests. This premium service is available to everyone and is recommended for those seeking superior amenities and facilities such as private restaurant for breakfast, check-in and check-out lounge, preferential bookings at restaurants, Concierge Service, complimentary snacks and beverage throughout the day, upscale amenities in-room including THE LEVEL bathrobe with slippers.
Additionally, the sophisticated resort welcomes the Romance by Meliá program, inviting couples to enjoy the curated special services and packages designed specifically for wedding receptions, honeymoons and overall, romance at Meliá Coco Beach.
Travelers to Meliá Coco Beach can appreciate new programming for guests of all ages, including Meliá Hotels & Resorts' renowned kids program offering uniquely curated children's experiences and amenities such as outdoor event space and Mirador, amongst more. Already available for guests to experience includes the YHI Spa for a bevy of relaxing spa treatments, three pools including a kids' pool and THE LEVEL guest pool, and access to nearby championship golf course.
Rates at Meliá Coco Beach start at $149. For more information, please visit www.melia.com or call 1-888-956-3542.
About Meliá Hotels & Resorts
Meliá Hotels & Resorts brand is the Group's city and resort hotels brand that combine a mixture of stunning yet functional facilities within preferred business and leisure destinations, such as Meliá Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia; Meliá Jardim Europa in Sao Paolo; Meliá Caribe Tropical in the Dominican Republic; Meliá Barcelona Sky in Spain; Meliá Vendome in Paris; Meliá Whitehouse in London; Meliá Dubai; Meliá Hanoi in Vietnam; and Meliá Zanzibar in Tanzania. The brand is designed to offer the five senses a fresh and innovative experience through igniting the Spanish tradition of excellence in hospitality. All hotels pay close attention to sensory design coupled with fresh and welcoming decorations, balancing aesthetics and design functionality. Meliá Hotels & Resorts feature a VIP experience called “THE LEVEL” that offers a private lounge with open bar, exclusive room accommodations, special in room amenities and the finest service. For more information about Meliá Hotels & Resorts, visit us at www.melia-hotels.com, 'Like' us on Facebook or Instagram, or follow us on Twitter.
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