Chedi Hospitality Partners with JIH Global Investments in Maldives

Maldives: Chedi Hospitality has announced a strategic partnership with JIH Global Investments to expand its presence into the Maldives, marking a significant step in the brand’s global growth strategy.

The collaboration will deliver a boutique hotel alongside a limited collection of branded residences, reinforcing the continued evolution of luxury hospitality concepts that integrate lifestyle, design, and residential living.

Design-led concept rooted in place and experience

The project will reflect Chedi Hospitality’s philosophy of understated luxury and cultural authenticity, with a focus on creating a refined island experience that balances privacy, architecture, and a strong sense of place.

Positioned as both a hospitality destination and a residential offering, the development aims to cater to a growing segment of global travellers and investors seeking design-led, experiential environments.

The concept emphasises simplicity, spatial clarity, and a deep connection to the natural surroundings, aligning with broader trends in high-end hospitality where wellness, sustainability, and authenticity are increasingly central to project design.

“This partnership represents a meaningful step in our global growth journey, as we bring the Chedi brand to one of the world’s most exceptional destinations,” said Stephan Schupbach, President & Group CEO of Chedi Hospitality. “Together with JIH Global Investments, we are creating a project that reflects our commitment to thoughtful design, cultural authenticity and a more considered approach to luxury living. The Maldives offers a natural canvas for our philosophy, where simplicity, space and connection to the environment define the experience.”

“We are proud to partner with Chedi Hospitality on this landmark development in the Maldives,” said Mohamed Ali Janah, Group Chairman of JIH Global Investments. “With over four decades of experience in delivering complex, high-value projects across global markets, our approach has always been rooted in long-term vision and executional excellence. This collaboration brings together our deep expertise in luxury hospitality and real estate with Chedi’s distinctive brand ethos, creating a destination that will set a new benchmark for boutique hospitality and branded living in the region.”

“We are also honoured to contribute to the remarkable progress of the Maldives’ tourism sector under the leadership of His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, and to express our sincere appreciation to the leadership of both the UAE and the Maldives for fostering an environment that enables partnerships of this scale and ambition. This project reflects not only a shared vision for the excellence, but also the strength of the longstanding relationship between two nations.”

Expanding presence in global luxury destinations

The Maldives expansion reflects Chedi Hospitality’s broader strategy to enter high-demand, globally recognised destinations with carefully curated, design-driven developments.

As branded residences and boutique hospitality concepts continue to gain traction worldwide, the project positions both partners to capture demand from international buyers and travellers seeking exclusive, experience-led environments.