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City Express by Marriott Set for Expansion into Argentina, Bolivia, Nicaragua, and Peru – Image Credit Marriott International
Marriott International’s City Express brand is set to debut in Argentina, Bolivia, Nicaragua, and Peru, with eight new properties expected to open over the next three years. The company’s expansion into these markets will further strengthen its presence in the affordable midscale segment. In 2024, Marriott signed 12 City Express hotels, adding 1,236 rooms to its 153 hotels and 17,777 rooms in the Caribbean and Latin America region.
Since Marriott acquired the City Express brand in 2023, the brand has seen strong performance and expansion across this region. The upcoming entry into Argentina, Bolivia, Nicaragua, and Peru will complement the brand’s existing portfolio in Mexico, Chile, Colombia, and Costa Rica. Marriott has also recently announced plans to introduce City Express to Brazil and extend the brand into the US and Canada.
Laurent de Kousemaeker, Chief Development Officer for Marriott International in the Caribbean and Latin America, stated that the brand’s expansion reflects the increasing demand for affordable, high-quality lodging options in these regions. He added that the new signings demonstrate Marriott’s commitment to providing diverse travel experiences and their focus on offering owners and developers new build and conversion opportunities.
The new properties will include:
1. City Express by Marriott Iguazu, Argentina, and City Express by Marriott Añelo Neuquén, Argentina, slated to open in 2025 and 2027 respectively.
2. City Express by Marriott Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia, expected to start construction in 2025 and anticipated to open in early 2027.
3. City Express by Marriott Managua, Nicaragua, City Express by Marriott Estelí, Nicaragua, and City Centro by Marriott La Recolección, Nicaragua, all planned to convert in Q3 2025.
4. City Express Plus by Marriott and City Express Suites by Marriott, Casma, Peru, are both anticipated to open in 2027.
This expansion is part of Marriott’s strategy to meet the needs of travelers seeking value-driven accommodations without compromising on quality and service.
