Wyndham Expands Global Luxury Portfolio Through Strategic Partnership with HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts

PARSIPPANY, N.J. and LONDON, Nov. 2, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Wyndham Hotels & Resorts today announced a new strategic partnership with HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts—one of the world's largest hotel representation platforms and the operator of Elegant Hotels of the World. Under the partnership, more than 40 luxury Elegant member hotels will have joined Wyndham's growing Registry Collection Hotels brand by early next year, with additional properties to follow.

HotelREZ brings deep owner relationships and decades of experience helping independent hoteliers compete globally while maintaining their individuality, complementing Wyndham's global scale, loyalty reach and commercial technology. Together, the partnership gives participating independents access to powerful new resources while providing approximately 129 million enrolled Wyndham Rewards members with new opportunities to earn and redeem distinctive, highly aspirational stays in sought-after destinations around the globe.

The Registry Collection Hotels brand currently spans more than 30 hotels across nine countries, including the Bristol Panama in Panama City; Hodges Bay Resort & Spa, an HQ Luxury Resort & Residences, in St. John, Antigua; and the Balfour Miami Beach in Miami, among others.

"As Wyndham grows, so do the aspirations of our Wyndham Rewards members. Whether it's a once-in-a-lifetime vacation, a destination wedding, or a milestone celebration, members want their points to take them to places that feel as special as the moments they're celebrating. By partnering with HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts, we're expanding those offerings, opening the doors to a broader array of exceptional luxury hotels and resorts in highly coveted destinations around the world."

- Scott Strickland, Chief Commercial Officer, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

A Marquee Collection of Independent, Design-Driven Hotels
Wyndham's latest expansion of its Registry Collection Hotels brand is made possible by HotelREZ's Elegant Hotels of the World, a curated portfolio of independent, design-led luxury properties in some of the world's most sought-after destinations.

Over the coming months, more than 40 Elegant member hotels—many small luxury boutiques averaging between 20 and 50 rooms each—will integrate into Registry Collection's sales, marketing and distribution channels, with more expected to follow thereafter, subject to brand fit, owner participation and onboarding requirements.

Hotels joining the Registry Collection brand will remain members of Elegant Hotels of the World while also becoming part of Wyndham Rewards®, the number one hotel rewards program as named by USA Today and U.S. News & World Report.

Among the first hotels joining the brand this week at WyndhamHotels.com/Elegant:

Rosselli AX Privilege (Valletta, Malta) – Housed within a restored 17th-century palazzo in the heart of Valletta, Rosselli AX Privilege blends historic Maltese architecture with contemporary luxury and personalized service. The property is Malta's only hotel to hold three MICHELIN distinctions under one roof: a MICHELIN Key for the hotel, a MICHELIN Star for Under Grain and a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand for Grain Street, making it one of the Mediterranean's most distinguished luxury hospitality experiences.
The TownHouse Mykonos (Mykonos, Greece) – Set within a restored 18th-century manor house overlooking Mykonos Harbour, The TownHouse Mykonos is an adults-only boutique hotel that combines contemporary design with authentic island character. Retaining its MICHELIN Key in the 2026 selection, the hotel sits in the heart of Mykonos Old Town, just steps from the waterfront, Little Venice and the island's iconic windmills, while its renowned 54 Cocktail Bar & Sunset Lounge offers panoramic Aegean views.
Galgorm Resort (Near Belfast, Northern Ireland) – Set within 550 acres of parkland along the River Maine, Galgorm Resort is an AA Five-Star luxury resort renowned for its award-winning Thermal Spa Village, championship golf and exceptional hospitality. Combining elegant accommodation, world-class wellness experiences and outstanding leisure facilities, the resort has earned international recognition while establishing itself as one of Northern Ireland's leading luxury destinations.
TreeHouse Villas Koh Yao (Koh Yao Noi, Thailand) – Rising from the jungle canopy above Phang Nga Bay, TreeHouse Villas Koh Yao is an adults-only luxury retreat celebrated for its distinctive treehouse-inspired design, private plunge pools and secluded beachfront setting. Surrounded by tropical forest and dramatic limestone scenery, the resort offers an immersive escape defined by privacy, sustainability and a deep connection to nature.
Cinco Quintas Hotel Boutique (Cartagena, Colombia) – Located within Cartagena's historic walled city, Cinco Quintas is a restored colonial sanctuary that seamlessly combines heritage architecture with contemporary luxury. Newly awarded One MICHELIN Key in the 2026 selection, the hotel features elegant interiors, tropical courtyards and panoramic rooftop views, placing guests at the heart of one of Latin America's most celebrated cultural destinations.
Roe Valley Resort (Near Derry/Londonderry, Northern Ireland) – Set within 155 acres of picturesque parkland on Northern Ireland's Causeway Coast, Roe Valley Resort is an elegant four-star country retreat overlooking its own 18-hole golf course. Combining refined accommodation, destination dining and spa and leisure facilities, the resort offers a sophisticated escape with easy access to some of Northern Ireland's most spectacular natural landscapes.
"At its heart, our partnership with Wyndham is about unlocking commercial opportunities for our member hotels. For more than two decades, we've worked hard to earn the trust of independent hoteliers around the world and today, we're building on those relationships by partnering with one of the world's largest, most trusted hotel ecosystems—all backed by Wyndham's award-winning, rapidly-growing loyalty program."

- Mark Lewis, Group CEO, HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts

Scaling Solutions for Independents
Building on the partnership, Wyndham and HotelREZ are also introducing a flexible model giving properties associated with HotelREZ's Best Loved Hotels, a curated collection of upscale independents, selective access to Wyndham's best-in-class technology stack—including AI-powered solutions like Wyndham Connect and Wyndham AI Concierge (formerly Wyndham Connect PLUS)—and its third-party distribution platform.

The structure, launching later this year, creates additional value for both Wyndham and HotelREZ, extending the reach of Wyndham's commercial capabilities while broadening the opportunities available to HotelREZ's network of independent hotels. By combining their respective strengths, the partnership helps independent hotels access commercial advantages that help support stronger performance while preserving their independence.

The Wyndham Advantage
Wyndham's partnership with HotelREZ is built around the broader benefits of the Wyndham Advantage—a combination of world-class marketing, distribution and technology solutions designed to help hotel owners drive revenue, improve efficiency and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

The first major hotel company to operate on a fully cloud-based technology platform, Wyndham continues to differentiate itself through greater speed, flexibility and scalability across its growing global network. Building on that foundation, the Company is expanding how guests discover and book travel through integrations with leading AI platforms, including dedicated experiences within Claude, ChatGPT, and most recently, Google Gemini.

Together, these capabilities are helping drive stronger demand generation and more personalized guest experiences—from discovery through booking—while enabling owners to capture greater share and operate more efficiently. As Wyndham continues to scale its global platform, the Wyndham Advantage delivers measurable value for owners while elevating the experience for travelers worldwide.

SOURCE Wyndham Hotels & Resorts; HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts

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