The Cipriani Group has submitted a proposal to Uruguay’s Ministry of Economy and Finance to open a casino at the former Mantra Hotel facilities, as a strategic response to the postponement of its flagship San Rafael hotel casino project in Punta del Este, now scheduled for 2027.
Investment and Temporary Alternative
The initiative involves an investment of between $10 and $12 million to develop a smaller establishment than originally planned. This solution is presented as a temporary measure while disputes with builder Criba, which have delayed the ambitious San Rafael project, are resolved.
Leveraging Existing Infrastructure
The former Mantra Hotel complex currently houses the International Academy of Luxury Hospitality and Gaming, where over 300 young professionals receive specialized training in luxury tourism and gaming. This presence constitutes a strategic advantage for the new project.
- Infrastructure available at the former Mantra Hotel
- Trained workforce ready for employment
- Job continuity for academy graduates
- Temporary solution amid main project delays
The proposal represents an opportunity for Uruguay’s tourism sector and would guarantee employment for some of the professionals trained at the academy, while the business group maintains its presence in the local market.
Diego Ramírez
Diego Ramírez, un apasionado del fútbol de toda la vida originario de Lima (Perú), convirtió su pasión por el deporte y las estadísticas en una carrera en el periodismo digital. Durante la última década, ha cubierto todo tipo de temas, desde los principales torneos de fútbol y los mercados de apuestas hasta los casinos online y la evolución de la normativa en toda América Latina.
Especialidades: predicciones de fútbol, reseñas de casas de apuestas, noticias sobre iGaming, regulación de las apuestas y marketing de afiliados.
