FAIRFAX, Va., Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. (NASDAQ: PLYA) (the “Company” or “Playa”) announced today an update on the impact of Hurricane Fiona on the Hyatt Ziva & Zilara Cap Cana, Hilton La Romana, Dreams Palm Beach and Dreams Punta Cana.
While there was no structural damage at any of the Company’s resorts in the Dominican Republic, the Hyatt Ziva & Zilara Cap Cana and the Hilton La Romana will be closed for a period of time to expedite necessary clean up and repair work as a result of Hurricane Fiona. The resorts are expected to reopen during the fourth quarter of 2022.
The Dreams Palm Beach and Dreams Punta Cana both remain open and operational.
The Company carries property and business interruption insurance and is currently working with its insurance partners to reopen the Hyatt Ziva & Zilara Cap Cana and the Hilton La Romana in a timely manner.
About Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V.
Playa is a leading owner, operator and developer of all-inclusive resorts in prime beachfront locations in Mexico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic. Playa currently owns and/or manages a total portfolio consisting of 23 resorts (8,595 rooms) under the following brands: Hyatt Zilara, Hyatt Ziva, Hilton All-Inclusive, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, Wyndham Alltra, Jewel Resorts and The Luxury Collection. Playa leverages years of all-inclusive resort operating expertise and relationships with globally recognized hospitality brands to provide a best-in-class experience and exceptional value to guests, while building a direct relationship to improve customer acquisition cost and drive repeat business. For more information, please visit www.playaresorts.com.
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