TUI Hotels & Resorts implements growth strategy
- 3/10/2026
- 9 H
TUI Group is consistently driving forward
the growth strategy of its Hotels & Resorts division and is moving key
projects into implementation. With new hotels and contract signings in Asia and
Africa, as well as the opening of bookings for a new Robinson Club in Cape
Verde, the tourism group is continuing to develop its international hotel
portfolio in a targeted way. The focus is on both established and emerging
holiday destinations with international demand and year-round potential.
“TUI Hotels & Resorts is developing very dynamically
worldwide. With our brands such as Robinson, TUI Blue and Riu, we are expanding
the portfolio step by step. Today, twelve hotel brands with more than 460
hotels worldwide belong to TUI Hotels & Resorts, with more than 70
additional hotels already in the pipeline. This strengthens our international
presence, opens up new markets and creates attractive offerings for diverse
target groups,” says Artur Gerber, Co‑CEO TUI Hotels & Resorts.
Asia: implementation of key projects and
new market entries
Asia remains a key pillar of the growth strategy of
TUI Hotels & Resorts. In China and Southeast Asia, TUI now operates 25
hotels under its own brands, with more than 30 further projects in planning.
Rising demand from international guests for TUI hotel brands is a major driver
of future development in the region. A current milestone is the signing of a
management agreement for TUI Blue Yangtze Shanghai. The five-star hotel with
103 rooms is being developed in a well-known historic building in a prime
central location near People’s Square and is scheduled to open on 1 June 2026.
The agreement with Shanghai Donghu (Group) Co., Ltd. was presented at ITB
Berlin. In Shanghai, TUI Blue will combine modern lifestyle design with a
high-quality culinary concept and service offerings for both international and
Chinese guests.
TUI is also working on the opening of its first TUI
Blue hotel in Japan. The planned year-round mountain resort in Hokkaido will
target international travellers and combine winter sports, nature experiences
and contemporary lifestyle hospitality. Additional growth momentum is coming
from Vietnam and the planning of further market entries in new destinations.
Africa: booking start for the new Robinson
Boa Vista
TUI Hotels & Resorts is also pursuing the gradual
development of its portfolio in Africa. The Group already has a strong presence
in North Africa and is planning a new resort for its club brand TUI Magic Life
in Agadir. At the same time, TUI is expanding its footprint in West and East
Africa, including the first TUI Blue hotel in Gambia and further projects in
Zanzibar.
Another significant step is the opening of bookings
for the new Robinson Boa Vista. The newly built resort is available to book,
with the opening planned for 6 March 2027. The club expands the Robinson
portfolio in Africa and targets active holidaymakers who value sports,
entertainment and high‑quality all‑inclusive offerings. The club features 322
rooms, including 20 junior suites and 10 deluxe suites with views of the sea
and dunes. Its FOR ALL concept appeals equally to couples, families, solo
travellers and groups of friends. Guests can expect an extensive sports and
WellFit programme with beach volleyball, tennis, padel and the trending sport
pickleball. The offering is rounded off by a large spa and wellness area and a
comprehensive all-inclusive concept with Cape Verdean specialities,
international cuisine, creative theme buffets and live cooking stations.







