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Dominican Republic on the Rise: A Global Tourism Powerhouse – and What It Means for Real Estate Investors
- CARIBEEXPERT - ERWIN
- Jun 18
- 3 min read
The Dominican Republic is experiencing the best moment in its tourism history.With bold decisions during the pandemic, record-breaking visitor numbers, and massive foreign investment – particularly from Spanish hotel chains – the country has positioned itself as a regional and global leader in tourism.
But for real estate investors, this is more than just good news – it’s a golden opportunity.
📊 Record Numbers, Real Results
Recent government data confirms:
Over 4 million visitors in the first four months of 2025
12 million total visitors expected this year – a new all-time record
Tourism accounts for 15% of the national GDP
More than 10.5 billion USD in annual revenue from the tourism sector
45% of hotel rooms in Spanish ownership
These numbers reflect not just popularity – but sustained, strategic growth.
🏨 From Beaches to Business: A Broader Tourism Vision
At FITUR 2025 in Madrid, Tourism Minister David Collado expressed his gratitude to Spain’s hospitality investors. More importantly, he stressed that sustainable tourism must benefit entire communities – not just big hotels.
“The wealth must go beyond the resorts and help create new businesses and jobs,” Collado stated.“Tourism in our country is much more than beaches and Piña Coladas. We have eco-tourism, cultural tourism, sports tourism... and we want the benefits to reach everyone.”
This broader approach to tourism is fueling new demand for private rentals, boutique accommodations, local businesses – and real estate.
📈 Why Now Is the Time to Invest in Real Estate
Thanks to this tourism boom, we are seeing:
Increased demand for short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo, etc.)
Higher ROI for well-located condos and villas
Rising land values in Punta Cana, Cap Cana, Bayahibe, Las Terrenas & more
Growing appeal to digital nomads and remote workers
In short: Rental yields are up. Values are rising. And tourism is not slowing down.
🦠 A Bold Post-Pandemic Recovery
Minister Collado also recalled a crucial moment:
“In the midst of fear and uncertainty during the 2020 pandemic, the Dominican Republic had the courage to reopen its borders.”
That bold move paid off. In 2021, while the world stood still, the Dominican Republic broke tourism records. By 2023, the country hit 10.3 million visitors, a milestone that wasn’t expected until 2028. In 2024, the number reached 11.2 million.
Today, the Dominican Republic leads the world in post-pandemic tourism recovery – and is on track for continued exponential growth.
🏡 Final Thoughts: Invest Where the World Is Headed
Tourism fuels the Dominican economy – and real estate is at the heart of this engine.With more visitors than ever, world-class beaches, a stable investment climate, and a clear commitment to growth, the Dominican Republic is the place to be for savvy property buyers and investors.
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