The move signals strong confidence in the destination

KINGSTON; Jamaica; Thursday January 29, 2026: Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett, has welcomed the continued expansion of MGM Muthu Hotels in Jamaica following the announcement of the agreement for the acquisition of the Royal Decameron Cornwall Beach and Royal Decameron Montego Beach hotels.

Commenting on the development, the Minister of Tourism noted that the investment reflects strong international confidence in Jamaica’s tourism product and long-term growth strategy, “The continued investment by MGM Muthu Hotels underscores Jamaica’s attractiveness as a premier tourism destination. This expansion enhances our accommodation offering, supports employment, and strengthens our ability to compete in key international markets.”

MGM Muthu Hotels is a privately held international hotel group headquartered in Europe with deep roots in India. Founded by Dr. M.G. Muthu in 1963, the group operates more than 60 hotels across 12 countries, including Portugal, Spain, Kenya, India, France, the United Kingdom and Tanzania.

“This means more jobs and investment as we move swiftly to have the sector fully recovered,” added the Minister.

The transaction is expected to close soon and will further reinforce Jamaica’s position as a leading Caribbean tourism destination. The announcement also builds on the opening of the Grand Muthu Runaway Bay Club last year.

“We are excited about what this new development will mean as it relates to the diversification of hotel offerings to our many visitors and look forward to welcoming more visitors looking for this type of accommodation in our growing tourism products,” said Donovan White, Director of Tourism.

Jamaica’s tourism sector continues to support strategic partnerships that drive sustainable growth, enhance visitor experiences, and deliver meaningful economic benefits to Jamaicans.

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The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB), founded in 1955, is Jamaica’s national tourism agency based in the capital city of Kingston. JTB offices are also located in Montego Bay, Miami, Toronto and London. Representative offices are in Berlin, Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam, Mumbai, Tokyo and Paris.

Jamaica is home to some of the world’s best accommodations, attractions and service providers that continue to receive prominent global recognition. In 2025, TripAdvisor® ranked Jamaica as the #13 Best Honeymoon Destination, #11 Best Culinary Destination, and #24 Best Cultural Destination in the World. In 2024, Jamaica was declared ‘World’s Leading Cruise Destination’ and ‘World’s Leading Family Destination’ for the fifth consecutive year by the World Travel Awards, which also named the JTB the ‘Caribbean’s Leading Tourist Board’ for the 17th consecutive year.

Jamaica earned six Travvy Awards, including a gold for ‘Best Travel Agent Academy Program’ and silver for ‘Best Culinary Destination – Caribbean’ and ‘Best Tourism Board – Caribbean’. The destination also received bronze recognition for ‘Best Destination – Caribbean’, ‘Best Wedding Destination – Caribbean’, and ‘Best Honeymoon Destination – Caribbean’. Additionally, Jamaica received a TravelAge West WAVE award for ‘International Tourism Board Providing the Best Travel Advisor Support’ for a record-setting 12th time.

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