Article and selected photos by Dylan Clements‍

Clements Travel recently attended an exclusive summit for Oetker Pearl Partner travel advisors, meeting directly with Oetker leadership and property teams from across the portfolio. Between brand-new openings, comprehensive property restorations, and strategic portfolio expansion, several key updates stand out for travelers planning their 2026 and 2027 itineraries.

Clements Travel is an authorized Oetker Pearl Partner. The hotel group many travelers still know as Oetker Collection is now branded Oetker Hotels, although both names continue to be widely used.

Oetker Pearl Partner Benefits for 2026

For 2026, qualifying Oetker Pearl Partner reservations booked through Clements Travel include:

• Daily full American breakfast for two guests per bedroom
• Guaranteed one-category room upgrade at booking (subject to availability)
• Access to the best room within the booked category
• Priority access to the hotel courtesy car, where available
• €95 / $100 / £85 resort credit (food, beverage, or spa) for one-night stays
• €190 / $200 / £170 resort credit for stays of two nights or longer

The guaranteed upgrade confirmed at the time of booking remains one of the strongest perks in the luxury hotel sector. Rather than waiting for check-in day to see if an upgrade clears, eligible categories can be confirmed immediately when the reservation is made.

The Vineta Palm Beach: Oetker's First Hotel in the United States

The headline development for 2026 is The Vineta Hotel, marking Oetker’s first property in the United States.

Opened in February 2026 following a meticulous multi-year restoration of the historic 1926 building (formerly The Chesterfield), Oetker restored the property's original name and scaled the room count down to just 41 bespoke rooms and suites.

Palm Beach is a natural addition for Oetker. The guest profile aligns seamlessly with the seasonal circuit of Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc on the Riviera, Le Bristol in Paris, and Eden Rock St Barths or Jumby Bay in the winter.

• The Setting: Located on Cocoanut Row, two blocks from Worth Avenue and an easy walk to the beach.
• The Atmosphere: Designed by Tino Zervudachi, creating a residential boutique feel rather than a sprawling, self-contained coastal resort.
• Dining & Social Spaces: Centered around the courtyard pool with Coco restaurant, The Bar, and The Pool House.

For couples, extended weekends, pre- or post-cruise stays, or Florida getaways with a distinctly European residential charm, The Vineta stands out in Palm Beach.

Jumby Bay Island, Antigua: Redefining Caribbean Value

Spending time with the Jumby Bay Island leadership team reinforced why this 300-acre private island off the coast of Antigua remains one of the premier luxury resorts in the Americas.

Under its current General Manager, Jumby Bay has balanced thoughtful modernization with the timeless qualities returning guests prioritize, particularly across accommodation refreshes and culinary programming.

The True Total-Cost Comparison

Jumby Bay is frequently misunderstood when comparing headline nightly rates against other five-star Caribbean resorts. Because Cottage and Villa reservations operate on an all-inclusive model, standard rates already cover:

• All à la carte and fine dining across the island
• Premium wines, spirits, and Champagne
• Full access to motorized and non-motorized watersports
• Tennis, padel, and fitness facilities
• The Jumby Explorers kids' club and daily island excursions

At competing ultra-luxury properties, à la carte dining, family meals, and daily activities can easily double the invoice by checkout. Factoring in the total investment of a trip, Jumby Bay consistently delivers superior net value for families and multigenerational groups.

The New Coco Beach Estate

Jumby Bay has also expanded its private estate collection with Coco Beach Estate. Spanning roughly 22,000 square feet of indoor-outdoor living, the residence can be configured from five to nine bedrooms.

The estate features a 70-foot heated infinity pool, private tennis and padel courts, yoga pavilion, private gym, and direct beach frontage. Fully staffed with a dedicated house manager, private chef, butler, and housekeeping team, it offers complete residential privacy alongside full access to all resort amenities.

Brenners Park-Hotel & Spa Is Back

Following a comprehensive two-year restoration, Brenners Park-Hotel & Spa reopened in late 2025.

Brenners occupies an essential place in Oetker’s heritage, having been acquired by the Oetker family in 1941. The renovation revitalized the public areas, spa facilities, and guest accommodations while preserving the classic European grand hotel character.

Rather than applying a uniform layout, the restoration introduced 27 distinct room concepts, tailoring each space to its architectural footprint. For itineraries combining the Black Forest, Alsace, or Switzerland, Brenners is firmly re-established as a top-tier European wellness and cultural retreat.

Hotel La Palma Continues to Evolve in Capri

Having joined Oetker in 2023, Hotel La Palma continues to refine its presence in Capri, particularly through its expanded culinary and lifestyle programming with Casa Tua.

The hotel provides a seamless transition between the vibrant energy of the Piazzetta, its rooftop lounge, and the private beach club at Marina Piccola. For travelers who visited during its initial debut seasons, the property has matured significantly into a polished, cohesive Capri base.

Le Mas Bellevue in Saint-Tropez (Opening 2027)

Oetker’s next confirmed opening is Le Mas Bellevue Saint-Tropez, scheduled for 2027.

Situated between the village of Saint-Tropez and the beaches of Pampelonne, the property bridges an essential geographical link alongside Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc and Château Saint-Martin & Spa.

• Concept: 78 rooms and suites arranged across 11 interconnected Provençal houses set in private landscaped gardens.
• Key Features: Private patio or terrace for every accommodation, large infinity pool, dedicated wellness center, and signature dining.

Where existing Saint-Tropez flagships like Cheval Blanc and Airelles lean into distinct palace-level formality, the village-style layout of Le Mas Bellevue offers a more relaxed, residential Provençal alternative.

The Value of Booking Oetker With Clements Travel

Oetker’s enduring appeal lies in its refusal to adopt a generic luxury template. Le Bristol feels authentically Parisian, Hotel du Cap captures the classic Cap d'Antibes, Eden Rock embodies St Barths, and Jumby Bay retains its private-island seclusion.

As an authorized Oetker Pearl Partner, Clements Travel works directly with property general managers and on-site teams before our clients arrive. Beyond securing published rates, we confirm guaranteed room upgrades at booking, apply property credits, and ensure every reservation receives priority care from arrival to departure.

To check availability, confirm Pearl Partner upgrades, or plan your next stay across the Oetker portfolio, contact Clements Travel directly.