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A new $850 million project in San Juan, Puerto Rico, has been announced as Hard Rock International says it will open in 2029.
The well-known hotel and casino brand has partnered with Misla Hospitality, Stonecrest Investment Management, and The Interfin Companies to develop the so-called Hard Rock Hotel and Casino San Juan.
With an opening date scheduled in just a few years, construction is expected to begin in mid-2026. This also marks the company’s first destination in Puerto Rico and it was designed by Klai Juba Wald and CMA Architects, with a space inspired by the island’s cultural and musical heritage.
The government of Puerto Rico, Jenniffer González-Coón, Said in a press release: “The launch in San Juan of the first hotel, casino, and residential complex of the prestigious company Hard Rock International, with construction beginning in the middle of the year, opens up a world of possibilities for economic development.
“This significant $850 million investment, in addition to creating jobs and becoming another attraction for the island, will help continue to position Puerto Rico as an ideal destination in the Caribbean – a destination for tourism, living, and global investment.”
New Hard Rock in San Juan will create 2,500 construction jobs and 1,250 permanent jobs
The venue has about 415 rooms, 58 suites, and 186 ‘Branded Residences.’ It will also house event spaces, a recording studio, and local memorabilia. It is the first integrated casino in the country.
The construction of this project is believed to include more than 2,500 direct construction jobs and then 1,250 permanent team member opportunities.
“Music is at the heart of Hard Rock and Puerto Rico, making it a perfect union,” said Jeff Hook, Chief Operating Officer of Hard Rock International.
“San Juan is a natural extension of our portfolio, creating a seamless Hard Rock experience for guests traveling between our international properties. We are honored to create a destination that celebrates Puerto Rico’s rich music and arts scene, and we look forward to welcoming visitors and locals alike to experience the island’s dynamic cultural scene.
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