Meliá Hotels International continues to expand its presence in Latin America with the signing of an exclusive luxury boutique hotel in the capital of Peru.
This new project marks another step forward in the company's strategy to strengthen its luxury hotel offering in the world's leading destinations.
Meliá Hotels International, Spain's leading hotel group, is advancing its expansion strategy with a major milestone in Latin America: the signing of an agreement to open an exclusive hotel in Lima, Peru. Operating under the brand name The Meliá Collection, the property will be the company's first luxury hotel in the Andean country and one of its most prominent projects in the region. The Meliá Collection Lima will open in two phases: the first in July 2026 with 61 rooms and the second in July 2027, bringing the total number of rooms to 107. Located in the heart of Lima's historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the hotel will be surrounded by a rich cultural and architectural heritage. Steps away from the Plaza de Armas, Lima Cathedral and the Government Palace, the new The Meliá Collection Lima will offer guests an authentic luxury experience deeply rooted in the city's history and identity. Built on the site known as the Casa de la Pila - named after an old fountain topped by a statue of the Virgin Mary of the Water, revered for centuries and now preserved in the Church of El Sagrario - this building was a meeting place for Lima's intelligentsia and home to the Thalia Club between the 17th and 19th centuries. In 1839, the newspaper El Comercio was housed here, and over time, this place has become shrouded in stories and legends. Today, restorer Cirilo Bernoui Tafour is leading its complete restoration.
This makes it the perfect addition to The Meliá Collection portfolio, which includes a curated selection of hotels with an independent approach, exceptional cultural heritage and unique stories that enrich every stay. The hotel will also launch its own cultural program, offering guests an immersive experience in Lima's artistic, culinary and historical richness from a local and authentic perspective. This concept is in line with the essence of The Meliá Collection, a brand that brings together hotels with soul, character and a strong connection to the environment. Gabriel Escarrer Jaume, Chairman and CEO of Meliá Hotels International, explains: "The signing of The Meliá Collection in Lima is another step in our growth strategy in Latin America, focused on destinations with strong tourism potential, such as Peru's capital city. We are proud to grow with local partners who share our vision and are committed to delivering first-class experiences and quality tourism." The project has received special support from PROMPERÚ, Peru's Export and Tourism Promotion Commission. Daniel Cordova, Director of Business Investment Promotion at PROMPERÚ, adds: "One of our missions is to attract business investment in strategic sectors of our economy, such as tourism."
We are delighted to partner with Meliá Hotels International to introduce the Meliá Collection, a brand synonymous with excellence, in Lima's historic center, an area with enormous potential for its architectural, cultural and culinary richness, as well as its privileged location near the city's main attractions. "The new hotel, which will be managed by Meliá Hotels International, is owned by Hoteles Bera, a Peruvian company, a partnership between two local families: the Bernuy-Tarazon and Ramos-Bernuy families. With this addition, Meliá Hotels International strengthens its presence in Peru, where it already operates two hotels in Lima: Meliá Lima, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, and INNSiDE Miraflores."
