Opened in 2014, it was designed by Fuster + Partners and incorporates sustainable building methods and locally influenced features, including a restaurant formerly led by chef José Enrique.
[1] The project was initiated by Simon Baeyertz, a former music industry executive, who collaborated with Puerto Rican architects and consultants.
[1][2] The hotel was part of broader efforts to address Vieques’ limited hospitality offerings, which faced challenges from restricted transportation and infrastructure.
[1][2] The building features a modernist design with glass-reinforced concrete panels that incorporate intricate perforations to allow light and air to pass through while maintaining privacy and shading for the rooms.
At its base is a living sculpture created by San Juan-based artists Javier and Jaime Suarez, made from materials such as coconut hair and mangrove moss.