The Newest Margaritaville Resort in the Dominican Republic Is Now Open

Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana, built in partnership between Karisma and Margaritaville, is officially opened, welcoming guests for the first time this week.

The resort is the first property built specifically for the Island Reserve brand, and the second one to join the category after Margaritaville Island Reserve Cancun, a major moment in the brand’s short history.

“An escape to Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana is the carefree getaway everyone needs right now,” said Tamara Baldanza-Dekker, Chief Marketing Officer at Margaritaville. “From the beauty and beaches of the Dominican Republic to the all-inclusive, world-class experience and resort staff that immediately feel like family, guests will easily and confidently be able to relax, adventure, dine, dance, and smile in a true Margaritaville way.”

The all-inclusive resort features 228 suites and 40 villas designed with elements inspired by the destination’s surroundings. Thirteen room categories range from swim-up and honeymoon suites to signature villas. The Jimmy Buffett Suite offers views of the Caribbean Sea from the top floor of the main guest building, complete with indoor and outdoor entertainment spaces.

A signature element of the property is the 40 Island Reserve villas, where guests have exclusive access to a sprawling lagoon pool and an S.O.S. Swim Up Bar featuring hanging beds. Each villa features a king-size bed, kitchenette, breakfast bar, living room, and expansive outdoor terrace offering either a private pool or direct access to the lagoon pool.

Other amenities include the 11,000-square-feet St. Somewhere Spa and the 2,200-square-foot Fins Up! Fitness Center.

At the heart of the resort, the Gourmet Village features music, entertainment, and Sports Hub, where guests can sign up for activities including daily entertainment.

The brand isn’t the only one from the growing partnership between Karisma and Margaritaville. Last summer, the two announced they were expanding their partnership to launch a new Jimmy Buffett-inspired boutique resort collection.

Called St. Somewhere, the brand concept is designed to appeal to both couples and families and will “encompass the laid-back, escapist lifestyle that Margaritaville is known for, with yacht-inspired architecture and its own boutique luxury twist.”

The first resort in that brand is set to launch in fall 2021 in Isla Holbox, a small island north of the Yucatan Peninsula between the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, where guests will be able to experience a tranquil, private club setting.