Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has 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 agreement, more than 40 luxury hotels that are members of Elegant are expected to join Wyndham’s expanding Registry Collection Hotels by early next year, with more to follow. Among the hotels joining immediately is The TownHouse Mykonos in Greece, according to the announcement.
HotelREZ has strong relationships with hotel owners and many years of experience supporting independent hoteliers, helping them compete globally without losing their distinct character.
These strengths complement Wyndham’s global reach, the scale of its loyalty programme and its technology solutions for hotel growth. The partnership gives participating independent hotels access to powerful new tools and services, while offering around 129 million enrolled Wyndham Rewards members new opportunities to earn and redeem points on distinctive stays in sought-after destinations around the world.
Registry Collection Hotels currently comprises more than 30 hotels in nine countries, including Bristol Panama in Panama City, Hodges Bay Resort & Spa, an HQ Luxury Resort & Residences, in St John’s, Antigua, and Balfour Miami Beach in Miami.
Scott Strickland, Chief Commercial Officer of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, said: “As Wyndham grows, so do the travel aspirations of Wyndham Rewards members. Whether it is the holiday of a lifetime, a wedding in a special destination or a celebration of a milestone, members want their points to take them to places as special as the occasions they are celebrating. Through our partnership with HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts, we are expanding those options, opening the door to even more exceptional luxury hotels and resorts in sought-after destinations around the world.”
A distinctive collection of independent hotels
Wyndham’s latest expansion of Registry Collection Hotels is being made through HotelREZ’s Elegant Hotels of the World, a carefully curated portfolio of independent luxury hotels with distinctive design identities in some of the world’s most sought-after destinations.
Over the coming months, more than 40 Elegant member hotels, many of them small luxury boutique properties averaging 20 to 50 rooms each, will join Registry Collection’s sales, marketing and distribution channels. More are expected to follow, depending on their fit with the brand’s identity, owner participation and fulfilment of the membership requirements.
Hotels joining Registry Collection will remain members of Elegant Hotels of the World, while also participating in Wyndham Rewards, which has been named a leading hotel loyalty programme by USA Today and U.S. News & World Report.
Among the first hotels to join this week and be featured on WyndhamHotels.com/Elegant are:
- The TownHouse Mykonos — Mykonos, Greece: Housed in a restored 18th-century mansion overlooking Mykonos harbour, this adults-only boutique hotel combines contemporary design with authentic island character. Retaining its MICHELIN Key distinction in the 2026 selection, it is in the heart of Mykonos Town, just steps from the beach, Little Venice and the island’s iconic windmills. The well-known 54 Cocktail Bar & Sunset Lounge offers panoramic views of the Aegean.
- Rosselli AX Privilege — Valletta, Malta: Housed in a restored 17th-century mansion in the heart of Valletta, Rosselli AX Privilege combines historic Maltese architecture with contemporary luxury and personalised service. It is the only hotel in Malta to bring together 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. These accolades place it among the Mediterranean’s most distinctive luxury hospitality experiences.
- Galgorm Resort — Near Belfast, Northern Ireland: Set across a lush estate of approximately 222.6 hectares along the River Maine, Galgorm Resort is a luxury property with a five-star AA rating. It is known for its award-winning Thermal Spa Village, championship-standard golf facilities and outstanding hospitality. Combining elegant accommodation, world-class wellness experiences and excellent leisure facilities, it has earned international recognition and established itself as one of Northern Ireland’s leading luxury hospitality destinations.
- TreeHouse Villas Koh Yao — Koh Yao Noi, Thailand: Set among the jungle canopy above Phang Nga Bay, TreeHouse Villas Koh Yao is a luxury adults-only retreat. It stands out for its treehouse-inspired design, private plunge pools and secluded beachfront setting. Surrounded by tropical rainforest and dramatic limestone formations, it offers a complete escape centred on privacy, sustainability and a meaningful connection with nature.
- Cinco Quintas Hotel Boutique — Cartagena, Colombia: Within Cartagena’s historic walled city, Cinco Quintas is a restored colonial retreat that blends heritage with contemporary luxury. Recently awarded a 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 across a picturesque estate of approximately 62.7 hectares on Northern Ireland’s Causeway Coast, Roe Valley Resort is an elegant four-star country resort overlooking its own 18-hole golf course. Combining carefully appointed accommodation, destination dining and spa and leisure facilities, it offers a distinctive getaway with easy access to some of Northern Ireland’s most spectacular natural landscapes.
Mark Lewis, Group CEO of HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts, said: “At its core, our partnership with Wyndham is about creating new commercial opportunities for our member hotels. For more than two decades, we have worked hard to earn the trust of independent hoteliers around the world. Today, we are building on those relationships through a partnership with one of the world’s largest and most trusted hotel ecosystems, backed by Wyndham’s award-winning and fast-growing loyalty programme.”
More opportunities for independent hotels
As part of the partnership, Wyndham and HotelREZ are also introducing a flexible model that gives hotels in HotelREZ’s Best Loved Hotels, a curated collection of upmarket independent hotels, access to selected capabilities of Wyndham’s technology infrastructure.
These include artificial intelligence solutions such as Wyndham Connect and Wyndham AI Concierge, formerly Wyndham Connect PLUS, as well as Wyndham’s third-party distribution platform.
The model is expected to be rolled out later this year, creating additional value for both companies by expanding Wyndham’s commercial capabilities and opportunities for HotelREZ’s network of independent hotels.
By combining their capabilities, the two companies aim to give independent hotels commercial advantages that will strengthen their performance while preserving their independence.
The Wyndham Advantage
Wyndham’s partnership with HotelREZ builds on the broader benefits of the Wyndham Advantage, a combination of leading marketing, distribution and technology solutions designed to help hotel owners grow revenue, improve efficiency and deliver outstanding guest experiences.
As the first major hotel company to operate on a fully cloud-based technology platform, Wyndham continues to stand apart through the greater speed, flexibility and scalability of its services across its growing global network.
Building on this foundation, the company is expanding the ways travellers search and book through integrations with leading artificial intelligence platforms, including purpose-built experiences on Claude, ChatGPT and, most recently, Google Gemini.
Together, these capabilities help boost demand and deliver more personalised experiences, from the initial search through to booking, while helping owners capture a greater share of the market and operate more efficiently.
As Wyndham continues to develop its global platform, the Wyndham Advantage delivers measurable value to owners and enhances the travel experience for people around the world.