HQ Hotels & Residences, the hospitality brand spearheaded by Sam Nazarian through an alliance with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts' Registry Collection Hotels brand, has opened its debut resort: Hodges Bay Resort and Spa, a HQ Luxury Resort and Residences in Northern Antigua.
Concepts include the debut of Katsuya Beach by Chef Katsuya Uechi and Hecho Libre by Chef Wes Avila, as well as the return of day-nightlife and dining establishment XIV Beach Club.
"As it begins its new chapter, Hodges Bay Resort and Spa will be transformed into a global beacon, attracting a new generation of aspirational travelers through an unrivaled social hub, unbeatable atmosphere and memorable vacation experiences, particularly for Wyndham's over 110 million enrolled loyalty members,” Sam Nazarian, founder & CEO of sbe, said in a statement. “Expect the best of what sbe is known for: world-acclaimed dining concepts, unmatched wellness and longevity offerings, best-in-class entertainment, and of course vibrant nightlife."
"Owners today are looking for turn-key solutions and that's exactly what HQ Hotels offers, combining sbe's legendary lifestyle experiences with the unmatched scale and resources of Wyndham,” Geoff Ballotti, CEO of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, added. “It's a one-of-a-kind offering and one we believe has the potential to dramatically change the luxury lifestyle landscape."
"We are thrilled to bring sbe's energy, imagination and expertise to Hodges Bay,” Jeff Wellemeyer, chairman of Hodges Bay Resort and Spa, said. “Antigua and Barbuda is on the cusp of becoming a premier destination in the Caribbean, and we are excited to combine sbe's operational excellence, world-class restaurant concepts, and unparalleled service to establish Hodges Bay as one of the most sought-after destinations in the region."
"This strategic and internationally renowned alliance will not only bolster the quality of the Hodge's Bay brand but will firmly cement Antigua and Barbuda's tourism product as first-world and top-class in accommodations,” H. Charles Fernandez, minister of tourism for Antigua and Barbuda, said. “We welcome the partnership, and we urge you to invest in the elevation of your existing human resource capacity as this and infrastructural development goes hand in hand for the continued advancement of our tourism industry."
The Resort
Covering eight acres, Hodges Bay Resort & Spa has 79 accommodations including suites, rooftop penthouses with private infinity pools, residences and oceanfront villas. The property opened in 2019.
Hodges Bay also has one-, two- and three-bedroom residences with outdoor patios and fully equipped kitchens.
HQ Hotels plans to open 50 hotels globally by 2031, 50 percent of which will be stateside. Through a strategic alliance with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, all HQ Hotels are also part of the Registry Collection Hotels brand.