Marriott International, Inc. and the Fametro Group have signed an agreement to convert an iconic, 1970s property in the capital city of the Amazonas to a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, a collection brand with nearly 120 hotels across 25 countries.
Expected to open at the end of this year, the property will revive the iconic Amazonian charm of the former Tropical Hotel Manaus. The redesigned property will offer an array of amenities, such as a large wave pool, gym, spa, sports courts, meeting rooms and kids’ space during its initial phases.
Gateway to the Amazon River
“As the capital city of the Amazonas, Manaus is the gateway for local and international travelers to access the natural beauty of one of the world’s most spectacular biomes: the Amazon rainforest. The city attracts tourists from all over the world, and we are confident it will be a great success among our over 210 million Marriott Bonvoy members and significantly contribute to the city’s tourism development,” said Michael Leon, Senior Director of Development for Marriott International in the Caribbean and Latin America, in a press statement.
Dining options on the property will include various restaurants, including one with panoramic views of the Rio Negro. Additionally, guests of the hotel will have access to an orchidarium, a chapel, and a pier for vessels navigating Amazon’s Rio Negro—all planned for future stages of development.
In alignment with the Tribute Portfolio brand, the existing property, originally opened in March 1976, will retain elements of its original architecture. Manaus is known as the gateway to the Amazon River, offering visitors and locals the opportunity to experience the rainforest and its wildlife and explore colonial architecture.
“When we found out about the hotel auction, we thought we couldn’t let this jewel of Amazonian tourism go into the hands of people other than Amazonians,” said the Grupo Fametro President, Wellington Lins, in a press statement.
“The world is eager to explore the Amazon, and soon, we will offer a genuine immersion experience complemented by the premium amenities the brand is known for. We anticipate this development will drive growth in both the hotel and tourism sectors throughout the country,” said Maria do Carmo, a representative of Grupo Fametro, in a press statement.
The Tribute Portfolio brand is part of the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio and is known for providing hotels designed to reflect the character and community of their surrounding locations.
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