Santiago.– With an investment of RD$44 million, Hodelpa Hotels promotes innovation and excellence by completely renovating the halls and foyer of its iconic Hodelpa Gran Almirante. This transformation responds to the growing demands of meeting tourism, congresses and social events, consolidating Santiago as a strategic destination for business tourism.
The Hodelpa Gran Almirante is the only hotel in the city that has a Convention Center of 2,000 m², composed of nine rooms with capacity for up to 800 people. These spaces are being transformed into more versatile, functional areas adapted to different types of events, from business conventions to large-scale social celebrations.
The remodeling will offer modern, bright, and contemporary environments, highlighting the use of natural wood and a palette of earth tones, with nuances in grays and browns that provide warmth and elegance. The first phase of the project, which included the complete renovation of the Marien Hall, will be completed in the first week of September 2025, marking the beginning of this integral transformation.
As part of the improvements, a new freight elevator will be installed, optimizing the assembly and disassembly logistics and facilitating the transfer of furniture and goods to the halls. This will provide greater efficiency to event organizers and improve the customer experience.
The works will be completed by the end of October 2025, allowing visitors to enjoy these renovated spaces very soon.
This same year, the Hodelpa Gran Almirante was recognized as the Best Venue for Congresses and Corporate Events in the northern region at the Latin American Romance and Meetings Tourism Awards, an award that reaffirms the quality and prestige of its facilities, as well as the excellence of its expert team in the banquet services area, with more than 30 years of experience.
“With this investment, we not only strengthen our leadership in the sector, but we also boost the competitiveness of Santiago as a world-class destination for congresses, conventions, and business tourism in the Dominican Republic,” highlighted Jessica Aja, Executive Vice President of Hodelpa Hotels.
