HQ Hotels & Residences by sbe announced plans for HQ Cas En Bas Resort and Residences, a $130-million development in Saint Lucia scheduled to open in November 2026. The project is being developed in partnership with UK-based Wellington Estates and will operate as a Registry Collection hotel under Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.
The development will comprise 96 freehold studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments bordering one of the longest swimming pools on the island. Preliminary planning has been granted for an additional 82 residences on an adjacent plot, bringing the total to 178 keys. The development is already more than 90% sold and is expected to generate up to 300 permanent jobs. Food and beverage outlets will include Katsuya Beach, Umami Burger and a casual Italian dining concept by Michelin-starred Chef Fabio Trabocchi.
The property is situated within Cap Estate on the northern tip of Saint Lucia, less than 10 minutes from Rodney Bay and adjacent to the 18-hole championship course at St. Lucia Golf & Country Club.
“As developer of HQ Cas En Bas, my unwavering objective has been to create a world-class, professionally managed resort that delivers the finest levels of contemporary island living,” said Edward Wellington, CEO of Wellington Estates. “Combined with the enormous global brand power that Wyndham brings, HQ’s unparalleled services and lifestyle, which are built upon Sam’s proven track record of operational excellence and world-class dining concepts, will ensure that the resort sets a new benchmark among the island’s luxury lifestyle retreats.”
“I’ve been privileged to be involved in creating some of the best hotels in the world, and the whole concept being created here at HQ Cas En Bas is really special,” said Sam Nazarian. “This resort is set to become a flagship for both HQ Hotels and St. Lucia, attracting a new generation of aspirational travelers to the island by delivering an unbeatable social atmosphere and unrivaled guest experiences.”
“HQ Cas en Bas adds a first-of-its-kind destination that holidaymakers and homeowners haven’t experienced anywhere else and will entice our 124 million enrolled Wyndham Rewards members to an immersive destination that connects them to the energy, beauty, and authenticity of St. Lucia,” said Geoff Ballotti, CEO & president of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. “Together with Edward Wellington, Sam and the SBE team, we look forward to continuing to grow HQ Hotels around the world.”
“We are proud to welcome HQ Hotels & Residences and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts to Saint Lucia and congratulate the HQ Cas En Bas team on this exciting news,” said Louis Lewis, CEO of the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority. “It will raise Saint Lucia’s standing as a premier global destination, further elevate the luxury hospitality offering, help boost our ‘tourism-driven’ economy, and enhance visitor experiences.”