The Trump Organization, in collaboration with Saudi-based developer Dar Global, has announced plans to build what could become a groundbreaking landmark in both hospitality and real estate investment—the world’s first tokenized luxury resort in the Maldives.
Named the Trump International Hotel Maldives, the high-end destination will feature 80 beachfront and overwater villas, each designed to offer an ultra-luxury experience. Scheduled for completion by the end of 2028, the resort will sit just a 25-minute speedboat ride from the capital, Malé.
What makes this project particularly innovative is its integration of blockchain technology. Investors will be able to purchase digital tokens representing fractional ownership of the resort, marking the first time a hotel development has been structured this way. The move opens doors for more accessible participation in elite real estate ventures, traditionally reserved for high-net-worth investors.
This latest partnership extends the ongoing collaboration between the Trump Organization and Dar Global—an international arm of Saudi Arabia’s Dar Al Arkan—whose joint portfolio already spans luxury projects across Dubai, Oman, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. Dar Global is currently developing several Trump-branded properties across the Middle East, reflecting deepening business ties between American and Gulf developers.
The announcement comes amid growing global enthusiasm for tokenized assets, as blockchain-driven investment models gain traction across multiple sectors. It also coincides with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to Washington, a trip expected to strengthen U.S.-Saudi economic relations.
