Castillo y Castillo‘s real estate and tourism team is particularly active in advising major hospitality companies and hotel chains, such as Best Hotels. The firm’s workload is principally focused on regulatory matters, as well as licensing and permitting issues. Clients also turn to the firm for advice on financing transactions in the real estate and tourism industries. The team is overseen by Práxedes J. Castillo Báez and senior associate Maria Portes, whose standout work includes assisting clients with the purchase of land, construction issues, and licensing and permits for the operations of hotels.
Key clients
- Bluewave Group
- British Airways
Work highlights
- Representing Spanish hotel chain Best Hotels in connection with its real estate development project in Cabeza de Toro, Punta Cana, and a new project in Bávaro comprising four luxury hotels of around 2,250 rooms.
- Assisted British Airways with the renewal of its air operator permit.