Club Med has released details of three new developments including an international resort in South Africa and the first Exclusive Collection (5-Star) resort in South America.
These new openings will reinforce Club Med’s shift to exclusively offer 4 and 5-star products and the brand’s ambition to expand its portfolio with three to five openings or renovations per year.
Continuing its ambition to be the most desirable lifestyle vacation brand, Club Med will shift its entire portfolio into 4-Trident (4-Star) and Exclusive Collection (5-Star) resorts. From April 2024, the brand will only offer;
1) premium, all-inclusive beach and mountain Club Med resorts and
2) Exclusive Collection spaces, resorts, yachts, villas and chalets.
The current 3-Trident resorts — Club Med Serre-Chevalier, Club Med Djerba La Douce and Club Med Arcs Extrême — will transition into 4-Trident properties. In total, there will be 21 Exclusive Collection products available by end of 2023.
This news represents the completion of Club Med’s upmarket shift and its continued role as a major player in the high-end, all-inclusive space, offering guests its own carefree interpretation of luxury rooted in the brand’s French heritage.
Club Med Tinley
Club Med Tinley, a first-of-its-kind beach and safari resort and the brand’s first-ever location in South Africa, will launch in 2026.
Situated in KwaZulu-Natal, a province renowned for its diverse natural beauty and year-round warm weather, Club Med Tinley will feature a surf-lifestyle concept, as well as the opportunity to stay on a Big Five Game Reserve and embark on a magical safari.
The beach resort will be nestled on the North Coast and offer panoramic views of the beach and coastal dunes. The resort interiors, entertainment and gastronomy will carry the flair of the African continent, drawing inspiration from the location, climate, and cultures of Southern Africa. Three hours away in Northern Natal, guests will enjoy the same all-inclusive experience at the 80-room game lodge, with access to the wonders of the animal kingdom through a complete safari adventure.
The 4-Trident (4-star) resort will include an Exclusive Collection space, providing a 5-Star oasis of indulgence to complement the pristine natural environment, along with a spa, fitness centre, yoga school and an adults-only Zen pool and bar. Club Med Tinley will offer an array of land and water sports for couples, friends and families, including the very first Surf School at Club Med. In keeping with brand’s dedication to corporate social responsibility, the resort will embrace environmental stewardship through its Bye Bye Plastic Program, Green Globe sustainable tourism certification, and eco-certified construction.
“Club Med Tinley is the manifestation of the brand’s pioneering spirit,” said Carolyne Doyon, President and CEO of Club Med North America and the Caribbean.
“Developing the first Club Med resort in South Africa with a unique beach and safari concept affirms our commitment to creating meaningful, once-in-a-lifetime vacations that allow our guests to truly connect with nature and each other. We are thrilled to introduce a new generation of visitors to this jewel of South Africa.”
Club Med Gramado
Club Med Gramado will be the brand’s first Exclusive Collection (5-Star) resort in South America and the fourth resort in Brazil. The resort will open in 2025 in Rio Grande do Sul, one of the most attractive regions in the country, known for its dramatic canyons, gastronomy, wine, and lively local culture. The climate is warm in the summer and snowy in the winter, offering picturesque backdrops for weddings and events. Gramado is the third most visited destination in South America, with a new national airport set to open nearby to accommodate the growing demand. The new resort will expand the international reach of this already beloved destination and reinforce the brand’s commitment to providing unforgettable vacations in unique places for locals and tourists alike.
Club Med Borneo
Nestled between the woods and the waves of Kota Kinabalu, Club Med Borneo, opening in 2025, will offer a pristine paradise where jungle meets idyllic white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. Embracing Club Med’s commitment to eco-friendliness, the resort’s design blends harmoniously with its lush surroundings, drawing inspiration from the woods and sea. Every element has been crafted to ensure minimal ecological impact while providing utmost comfort and luxury throughout the 4-Trident property and Exclusive Collection space. Club Med Borneo will be both BREEAM and Green Globe certified, furthering the brand’s commitment to low-density, sustainable development.
Club Med Urban Oasis Xianlin Nanjing
Situated in the urban region of Nanjing China, Club Med this month opened the world’s first urban oasis resort, Club Med Urban Oasis Xianlin Nanjing. The resort combines the brand’s renowned premium, all-inclusive product with the cultural richness of the city for a more exclusive and personalised holiday experience. The resort is located next to the nearby railway station, making it the world’s first metro-access Club Med resort, and among Nanjing’s four major scenic areas – Purple Mountain, Quixia Mountain, Tangshan Mountain and Yanziji.The resort features an indoor heated water park, outdoor water screen light show, outdoor explorer park and sport activities to accommodate every type of traveller.
