Palladium Hotel Group has unveiled details of its expansion of Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts in Jamaica at its recent groundbreaking ceremony in Hanover.

The development will add more than 948 new rooms, introducing the TRS Hotels adults-only, luxury all-inclusive brand and the Family Selection concept at Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts. 

As part of its expansion in Jamaica, Palladium Hotel Group says the TRS Hotel brand will focus on couples, newlyweds and solo travellers. The expansion will also introduce Family Selection at Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts, a VIP service providing families with exclusive amenities and personalized experiences.

This service enhances stays with dedicated spaces and premium services. It is currently available in Mexico with plans to expand the offering in the Dominican Republic. 

In addition to the thousands of employment opportunities created during the construction phase, the expansion of Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts will generate 1,500 direct jobs once operational, along with a further 2,000 indirect jobs across related industries such as transportation, agriculture and local services. 

The project also prioritizes sustainability, incorporating energy-efficient designs, including architectural strategies to reduce heat, a building management system to optimise lighting and ventilation, and the use of renewable energy from photovoltaic panels and a hybrid trigeneration plant. 

Water conservation measures include low-flow fixtures, an intelligent water management system, a seawater desalination plant, and the use of treated wastewater for irrigation.

Palladium Hotel Group has been a player in Jamaica’s luxury hospitality sector since the opening of the all-inclusive Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa and the Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort & Spa in 2008 in Montego Bay. 

The group is further strengthening its presence with a $US20 million investment to upgrade the property, expand its amenities and incorporate sustainability features.