In Brief: Kimpton Grand Roatán has promoted Yule Peixoto to general manager, putting him in charge of operations and guest services at the resort in Roatán, Honduras.
Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort & Spa has promoted Yule Peixoto to general manager after he served as the property’s hotel manager.
Peixoto will oversee the resort’s operations, team and guest experience. He joined Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort & Spa in 2024 as resort manager, was promoted to hotel manager in early 2026, and then became general manager.
Peixoto’s career has included positions in Brazil, Cuba, Mexico and Honduras. He has held leadership roles with IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International/Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Banyan Tree, Blue Diamond Resorts and Carmel Hotels. Before joining Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort & Spa, he held general manager and senior operational leadership positions with Marriott, Blue Diamond Resorts and Carmel Hotels.
In those roles, Peixoto managed properties, supported hotel openings and worked on brand standards, financial performance and guest experience. His experience includes hotel operations, commercial strategy, pre-opening operations and team development.
The appointment follows Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort & Spa’s inclusion in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide hotel selection. The property received a MICHELIN Key and was one of two properties in Honduras to receive the distinction.
Peixoto holds a Bachelor of Science in International Hospitality Management and a degree in Human Resources Management. He also completed postgraduate studies in Business Management and holds an MBA in Leadership and Team Management. He speaks Portuguese, English and Spanish.