by Lacey Pfalz
Last updated: 8:15 AM ET, Tue January 27, 2026
As Hyatt hopes to continue expanding in Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe, the hotel giant has appointed Maria Zarraluqui to SVP, Global Hyatt Inclusive Collection Growth and Owner Relations.
The Inclusive Collection is one of Hyatt’s fastest-growing hotel and resort segments, with over 150 all-inclusive across the world representing 55,000 rooms.
Zarraluqui will begin her new role beginning March 1, 2026 and will prioritize the company’s asset-light growth model, resort development and more. She will report to Javier Águila, President, Inclusive Collection, Hyatt.
Maria Zarraluqui, SVP, Global Hyatt Inclusive Collection Growth and Owner Relations. (Photo Credit: Hyatt)
“Maria brings a broad track record of success in growing all-inclusive portfolios, along with an outstanding industry reputation, which will further strengthen and propel the Inclusive Collection’s development team as we continue to solidify the portfolio as a global leader, building on the industry-leading expansion achieved in recent years,” said Javier Águila, President, Inclusive Collection, Hyatt.
“We have taken a creative approach to organic and inorganic growth and focused on delivering outsized results for our owners, and Maria’s appointment will be central to advancing that strategy.”
Zarraluqui has over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, most recently serving as Vice President of Global Development at Meliá Hotels International.
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