NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — October 13, 2026
Guyana's accommodation capacity is projected to approach 6,000 rooms by the end of this year, the Guyana Tourism Authority has said.
The Director of the Guyana Tourism Authority disclosed the projection while addressing the State of the Industry Conference, SOTIC 2026.
The expansion reflects growing investment in the hospitality sector, including the arrival of international hotel brands such as Hyatt, AC by Marriott and Four Points by Sheraton, alongside the development of additional accommodation properties.
The Director also revealed that another 15 hotels are expected to become operational after 2026, pointing to continued growth in the industry.
The increased accommodation capacity is expected to support Guyana's growing meetings, incentives, conference and exhibition market. More than 20 conferences and exhibitions were hosted in the country during 2026, drawing visitors and creating business opportunities for restaurants, bars and other tourism related services.
The growth is also expected to benefit leisure travel and sport tourism, allowing more visitors to experience Guyana's natural attractions and cultural heritage.
Officials stressed that expanding hotel capacity must go hand in hand with improved customer service and a skilled workforce. In that regard, a hospitality and tourism institute is expected to be completed by the end of 2026, helping to prepare more trained professionals to meet the needs of the expanding tourism industry.
The Guyana Tourism Authority also highlighted the development of approximately eight new tours and experiences over the past six years, done in collaboration with the private sector.
As investment continues, Guyana is seeking to strengthen its tourism infrastructure, improve the visitor experience and create further opportunities for local businesses and workers.
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By LRTVS NewsWatch · Channel 10. This report first aired on LRTVS NewsWatch.
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