What HODELPA does

HODELPA (legal name Hoteles del Pais S.R.L.), operating commercially as Hodelpa Hospitality since its 2025 rebrand, is the Dominican Republic's largest domestically owned hotel group. Founded in 1990 by Edmundo Aja and headquartered in Santo Domingo, the company operates 9 hotel properties spanning approximately 1,600 rooms across 4 destinations — Santiago de los Caballeros (3 urban hotels plus the flagship Gran Almirante), Santo Domingo (3 urban/historic hotels including the Colonial Zone's Nicolás de Ovando and Caribe Colonial), Puerto Plata (the Emotions by Hodelpa all-inclusive resort), and Juan Dolio (2 all-inclusive resorts). The portfolio is structured under sub-brands — Emotions by Hodelpa for all-inclusive beach resorts, Hodelpa Grand for luxury urban, and Hodelpa Garden for select-service — and is supported by Hodelpa Rewards, Casa Real event venues, and a Hodelpa Leaders Academy training program.

The company generates revenue from hotel rooms (both urban business and beach all-inclusive), on-site food & beverage (operated partly through a partnership with Noah Group restaurants in Santiago), events and weddings, golf operations at the Playa Dorada course, and the Xanadú Resort & Residences real estate development (a US$36 million, 220-unit branded residential project in Puerto Plata, 90% pre-sold). Distribution combines a direct booking website (best-price guarantee), OTAs including Booking.com and TripAdvisor, a dedicated corporate sales team, and partnerships with international tour operators. Customer segments span corporate/business travelers, leisure all-inclusive guests, weddings and celebrations, medical-tourism patients (via CEMDOE), sports and golf tourists, and the Dominican diaspora.

In 2025 the company installed a new governance model with a Board of Directors chaired by the founder and appointed a new CEO (Ángel Hernández) and Executive Vice President (Jessica Aja), and pursues partnerships with sustainability bodies (GIZ, Ministry of Environment) and travel-retail (Avolta) as part of a deliberate institutionalization effort.

Name

HODELPA

Legal name

HOTELES DEL PAIS S.R.L

Website

https://www.hodelpa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

HODELPA is the largest Dominican-owned hotel group, operating 9 properties and 1,600+ rooms across 4 Dominican destinations under sub-brands including Emotions by Hodelpa all-inclusive resorts, serving business travelers, leisure tourists, weddings, and medical-tourism guests.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hospitality Services

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (721110), Traveler Accommodation (7211), Accommodation (721)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury All-Inclusive Resorts (THAGAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Urban & Downtown Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAA), Resort Convention Hotels (THAGALAC), Resort-Area Full-Service Hotels (Non–All-Inclusive) (THAGAAAD), Resort & Branded Residence Vacation Rental Management (BPAJAIAE)

Keywords

• Hotel accommodations
• All-inclusive resorts
• Business travel lodging
• Wedding and event venues
• Hospitality real estate

Headquarters

HQ city

Santo Domingo

HQ country

Dominican Republic

HQ region

Latin America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Events & Weddings: Revenue from hosting corporate events, conferences, weddings, and social gatherings at hotel convention centers and event spaces. The company operates Casa Real event venue.
2. Hotel Room Revenue: Core revenue from hotel room bookings across all 9 properties. Includes rooms across urban hotels (business travelers) and beach/all-inclusive resorts (leisure travelers). Distributed via direct website booking, OTAs (Booking.com, TripAdvisor), and corporate sales.
3. All-Inclusive Resort Packages: Revenue from Emotions by Hodelpa properties in Juan Dolio and Puerto Plata, which operate on an all-inclusive model covering accommodations, meals, beverages, and entertainment. Pricing is per-stay bundled packages.
4. Food & Beverage: Revenue from on-site restaurants, bars, specialty dining experiences, and catering services across all properties. Partnerships with Noah Group restaurants extend dining options for hotel guests.
5. Real Estate Sales (Xanadú Resort & Residences): Revenue from the Xanadú Resort & Residences real estate development in Puerto Plata's Playa Dorada complex. Units sold to domestic and international buyers as second-home investments. US$36 million project with 220 apartments; 90% sold.
6. Golf & Sports Tourism: Revenue from golf operations at Playa Dorada golf course, sports event hosting (Xanadú Golf Cup), and associated lodging packages.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Hodelpa Hospitality operates a portfolio of 9 hotel properties plus a tourism real estate development across 4 Dominican destinations, providing urban business hotels, all-inclusive beach resorts, food and beverage services, weddings and corporate events, golf tourism, and luxury vacation real estate (Xanadú Resort & Residences). The company serves both leisure and business travelers through direct booking, OTAs, corporate sales, and tour-operator partnerships, supported by the Hodelpa Rewards loyalty program.

Product overview

HODELPA (Hoteles del País SRL) is the leading Dominican hospitality company, operating as HODELPA HOSPITALITY since its 2025 rebrand. The portfolio comprises 9 hotel properties and 1 tourism real estate development across 4 destinations (Santiago de los Caballeros, Santo Domingo, Puerto Plata, Juan Dolio), totaling over 1,600 rooms. The portfolio includes urban business hotels (Centro Plaza Hodelpa, Hodelpa Garden Court, Novus Plaza Hodelpa, Hodelpa Gran Almirante), luxury heritage properties (Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando, Hodelpa Caribe Colonial), and all-inclusive resort brands (Emotions by Hodelpa Juan Dolio, Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata, Hodelpa Garden Suites). Supporting offerings include Xanadú Resort & Residences (real estate), Hodelpa Rewards loyalty program, Hodelpa Leaders Academy training, Hodelpa Golf, and Casa Real event venues. The company serves both business and leisure segments across domestic and international markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Emotions by Hodelpa: All-inclusive resort brand for beach properties in Puerto Plata and Juan Dolio
• Hodelpa Grand

Products and services

• Centro Plaza Hodelpa Urban hotel in Santiago de los Caballeros offering comfortable, strategically located accommodation for travelers. Recognized in Booking.com Traveller Review Awards 2025.
• Emotions by Hodelpa Juan Dolio All-inclusive resort in Juan Dolio (San Pedro de Macorís province) offering comprehensive vacation packages including accommodations, dining, entertainment, and activities. 409 rooms.
• Emotions by Hodelpa Puerto Plata All-inclusive resort in Puerto Plata within the Playa Dorada complex with 454 rooms. Features specialty restaurants (Orégano Dominican Fusion, Amaci Italian, Lolita Mexican, Bígaro seafood grill) and Evolutions Spa. Cristal Certificate-awarded.
• Hodelpa Caribe Colonial Historic hotel in Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone (UNESCO World Heritage Site) offering historical-themed accommodation and serving as the host property for the CEMDOE medical tourism strategic alliance.
• Hodelpa Garden Court Urban hotel in Santiago de los Caballeros emphasizing comfort, efficiency, and strategic location. Winner of the National Cleaner Production Award (Renewable Energy category) from the Dominican Ministry of Environment.
• Hodelpa Garden Suites All-inclusive resort in Juan Dolio offering service and entertainment for families and couples. 124 rooms. Recognized in Booking.com Traveller Review Awards 2025.
• Hodelpa Gran Almirante Flagship urban hotel in Santiago de los Caballeros with 155 rooms. AAA Three Diamonds rated. Primary venue for conferences and corporate events in the Northern Region (LAWA recognition); ranked 3rd in City Hotels category in Mercado Magazine's Most Admired Companies 2024.
• Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando Historic luxury hotel on Las Damas Street in Santo Domingo's Colonial Zone. Ranked #1 in TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards 2025 for the second consecutive year among 132 Santo Domingo accommodations. Nominated for Leading Hotel in the Dominican Republic 2025 at the World Travel Awards. AAA Three Diamonds rated.
• Novus Plaza Hodelpa Urban hotel offering comfort, leisure, and entertainment in Santo Domingo.
• Xanadú Resort & Residences Luxury tourism real estate project in Playa Dorada, Puerto Plata. 220 apartments (33-153 sqm) with 7 private pools, restaurant, lounge bar, gym, event hall, 300+ meters of beachfront, tennis court, bowling alley, and beach gazebo. Property owners receive access and discounts at Emotions Puerto Plata restaurants and spa. 90% sold pre-completion.
• Hodelpa Rewards Guest loyalty and rewards program providing added value and exclusive benefits to corporate and individual clientele, supporting repeat stays and direct bookings.
• Casa Real by Hodelpa Events and convention center hosting corporate events, conferences, weddings, and special occasions at Hodelpa hotel properties.

Quantifiable outcome

• Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando ranked #1 of 132 accommodations in Santo Domingo on TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2025 (second consecutive year)
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• SertalentsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 19 May 2025Hodelpa Hotels partnered with Sertalents, a firm specializing in human development, professional training, and psychological coaching, to deliver Responsible Alcohol Consumption training for employees across all nine properties.
• Hogar Escuela Caridad MisioneraminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 April 2025Hodelpa Hotels formalized sponsorship of the Hogar Escuela Caridad Misionera (institution caring for 19 girls in San Pedro de Macorís), joining existing support for Hogar de Niñas Pasitos de Jesús. Part of the EcoGreen sustainability program's social responsibility focus.
• Escuela Básica Orlando Bienvenido Carvajal CáceresminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 April 2025Collaboration agreement between Hodelpa Garden Court and the Escuela Básica Orlando Bienvenido Carvajal Cáceres (El Puñal sector, Santiago) for environmental care, cultural strengthening, and social responsibility activities aligned with Sustainable Development Goals.
• Avolta (formerly Dufry and Autogrill)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 13 December 2024Strategic collaboration between Hodelpa Hotels and Avolta offering customers enriched experiences and exclusive benefits. Customers receive discounts on reservations, advance purchase access, personalized benefits through Club Avolta and Club Imperial, and exceptional services at both Hodelpa hotels and Avolta stores. Includes special promotions, visibility at key points, and unique experiences.
• CEMDOE (Diabetes Obesity Medical Center)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 August 2023Strategic alliance between Hotel Hodelpa Caribe Colonial and CEMDOE (first medical center in Dominican Republic to obtain Joint Commission International certification, with 45+ medical specialties). International patients visiting CEMDOE for executive health check-ups receive complimentary accommodation at Hodelpa Caribe Colonial, merging state-of-the-art medical care with top-level hotel experience.
• Noah GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 November 2022Strategic alliance between Hodelpa Hotels and Noah Group to promote haute cuisine in Santiago de los Caballeros. Five Noah Group restaurants (Noah, La Taberna de Pepe, KGB Kitchen Gallery Bistro, La Trattoria de Claudio, Kyoto) offer exclusive benefits to Hodelpa guests including preferential treatment, special discounts, complimentary amenities, and group transfers.
• Anillo VerdeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 November 2022Environmental partnership for beach cleanup activities. Hodelpa and Anillo Verde (Environmental Education of Santiago and Supérate program) jointly organized a beach cleanup at Bergantín beach in Puerto Plata, collecting 530 bags of waste (400 plastic, 50 foam, 50 glass, 30 tin/metal).
• TE-EX ArquitectosminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 October 2022TE-EX Arquitectos is the architecture firm responsible for constructing the Xanadú Resort & Residences project in Puerto Plata's Playa Dorada complex. The firm is building several buildings with units ranging from 33m² to 153m².
• GIZ (German Development Cooperation Agency)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 July 2022Hodelpa signed an agreement with GIZ (German Development Cooperation Agency) to implement the Biodiversity Check Tourism tool — a GIZ-Global Nature Fund mechanism for integrating biodiversity into business operations. First application in the Dominican Republic at Hodelpa Nicolás de Ovando, Hodelpa Garden Suites, and Emotions Puerto Plata.
• Ministry of Environment (Medio Ambiente)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHodelpa Hospitality signed a cooperation agreement with the Dominican Ministry of Environment for environmental protection and sustainability initiatives. The partnership aligns with Hodelpa's Ecogreen sustainability program and the company's commitment to environmental responsibility.
• UNICDA (Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHodelpa Hospitality and UNICDA signed an agreement to promote academic training and professional development of talent in the Dominican Republic. Aims to strengthen the hospitality workforce through educational programs and professional development opportunities.
• CONADIS (Consejo Nacional de Discapacidad)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHodelpa Hotels initiated a training program through CONADIS (National Council on Disability) focused on dignified treatment of people with disabilities from a rights perspective. Training covers historical evolution of disability, appropriate terminology, dignified interaction, and sign language introduction.
• Playa Dorada Golf CourseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Playa Dorada golf course (Robert Trent Jones design) is a key amenity within the Playa Dorada complex where Hodelpa operates Emotions Puerto Plata and Xanadú Resort & Residences. The course attracts golf tourism and is featured in the Xanadú Golf Cup event.
• Dominican Ministry of TourismminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaboration with the Dominican Republic's Ministry of Tourism for destination promotion. Hodelpa participated in joint events such as the tourism promotion office gathering in New York with Dominican diaspora tour operators and media representatives.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Meliá Hotels International: Meliá is a leading Spanish global hotel chain with significant Dominican Republic presence including Paradisus and other all-inclusive resorts. It directly competes with Hodelpa's Emotions all-inclusive brand for Caribbean leisure travelers in the same destinations.
• Barceló Hotel Group: Spanish hotel group operating the flagship Barceló Bávaro Palace and other all-inclusive resorts in Punta Cana, DR. Competes head-to-head with Hodelpa Emotions in Caribbean all-inclusive leisure segment with comparable mid-to-upper-tier positioning.
• Iberostar Hotels & Resorts: Spanish all-inclusive resort group with major DR presence (Iberostar Bávaro, Iberostar Selection). Directly competes for leisure all-inclusive guests in the same Caribbean destinations with similar mid-market luxury positioning.
• AMResorts (Hyatt Inclusive Collection): Hyatt's all-inclusive brand portfolio (Secrets, Dreams, Breathless, Zoëtry) with multiple DR properties. Competes directly with Hodelpa Emotions for leisure all-inclusive demand and has the backing of Hyatt's global loyalty program.
• Karisma Hotels & Resorts: All-inclusive resort operator with DR properties (Nickelodeon Hotels, Margaritaville Island Reserve). Targets similar family and leisure segments as Hodelpa's Emotions brand in the same Caribbean all-inclusive category.
• Viva Wyndham Resorts: DR-focused all-inclusive resort chain (Viva V Samana, Viva Whala, Viva Tangerine) with strong domestic market presence similar to Hodelpa's positioning across multiple DR destinations.
• Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts: Spanish all-inclusive group with luxury DR properties (Bahia Principe Luxury Ambar, Fantasia). Competes with Hodelpa's Emotions brand for upper-tier all-inclusive leisure travelers in the Caribbean.
• Catalonia Hotels & Resorts: Spanish hotel group operating Catalonia Royal Bávaro and Catalonia Gran Dominicus in DR. Comparable portfolio mix of urban business hotels and all-inclusive beach resorts serving similar business and leisure segments.
• Casa de Campo Resort & Villas: Iconic luxury Dominican resort in La Romana combining hotel, villas, and real estate (similar to Hodelpa's Xanadú model). Competes with Hodelpa for high-end leisure, golf, and second-home buyers in DR.
• Royalton / Blue Diamond Resorts: Canada-based all-inclusive group with DR properties (Royalton Punta Cana, Hideaway at Royalton). Direct competitor in the mid-to-upper tier all-inclusive leisure segment targeting similar international package-holiday customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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