Michelin adds 470 hotels and 10 destinations to its guide in 2026
The Michelin Guide keeps expanding its turf. For 2026 it adds 470 hotels and 10 destinations to its selection, according to Hosteltur. The French brand, known for its gastronomic stars, has been building a hotel guide that competes on the same ground as other international prestige lists.
The move matters in the Caribbean. The Dominican Republic has the product to enter that radar: luxury hotels in Punta Cana, boutique proposals in Santo Domingo, signature cuisine in La Romana and Samaná. Every inclusion in a guide of this kind drives high-spend travel decisions and reinforces the destination's perception beyond all-inclusive.
The read is clear: the Michelin Guide is widening its map and that opens a useful door for the country. Dominican hoteliers who take care of cuisine, service and experience have here a showcase that helps attract the European and North American traveler looking for more than beach. Worth watching closely which destinations enter and how the region positions itself.
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