ERDF – Aid for significant upgrading, extension and moving upmarket of tourist accommodation (Réunion)
Purpose of the scheme: Significantly support investment in the upgrading, extension and moving upmarket of classified and labelled accommodation, to significantly improve the quality of what the island offers and encourage job creation and/or retention, with the aim of strengthening the destination’s appeal. A particular effort will be made to boost quality accommodation in the East and in the Hauts (uplands). Beneficiaries mentioned in the catalogue: tourist hotels aiming for a minimum 3-star rating anywhere on the island; tourist residences rated at least 3 stars with at least 50 rooms that aim, once the investment programme is complete, to offer quality architecture and service, help showcase local heritage and identity, and incorporate sustainable development and ecological transition principles. Projects concerning tourist hotels located in the East and the Hauts that include investments to maintain and improve comfort and visitor reception are also eligible. The amount and conditions must be confirmed in the official rules applicable to the project and area.
The scheme “ERDF – Aid for significant upgrading, extension and moving upmarket of tourist accommodation” is listed as a local (regional) scheme. The catalogue describes its purpose as follows: significantly support investment in the upgrading, extension and moving upmarket of classified and labelled accommodation, to significantly improve the quality of what the island offers and encourage job creation and/or retention, with the aim of strengthening the destination’s appeal. A particular effort will be made to boost quality accommodation in the East and in the Hauts (uplands). The scheme is available until 31 December 2027. It is EU funding whose rules are set out in the applicable action sheet, not an automatic grant. Before applying, check the criteria, eligible costs, combination rules and the actual status of the call with the managing authority.
Funded by Région Réunion, Union Européenne-FEDER
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Who can apply
Beneficiaries indicated in the catalogue: tourist hotels aiming for a minimum 3-star rating anywhere on the island; tourist residences rated at least 3 stars with at least 50 rooms that aim, once the investment programme is complete, to offer quality architecture and service, help showcase local heritage and identity, and incorporate sustainable development and ecological transition principles. Projects concerning tourist hotels located in the East and the Hauts that include investments to maintain and improve comfort and visitor reception are also eligible. Check the legal form, size, activity, area and any exclusions in the current official rules.
Eligibility conditions
Conditions available in the catalogue: not specified. These are not enough to confirm eligibility. Check the applicable implementation document (DOMO) and action sheet, state aid rules, exclusions, combination rules and any requirement to apply before committing.
What the scheme covers
Operations or costs listed: an improvement approach through tangible and intangible investments for significant upgrading, extension, moving upmarket and adapting to changing customer practices, incorporating sustainable development and ecological transition principles, and leading to a label and a rating once the investment programme is complete. Check the project category, eligible costs, indirect costs, supporting documents and exclusions before starting the project.
Amount and funding terms
The catalogue states: a grant whose amount will depend on the project. This does not constitute a promise of award or confirmation of the rate applicable to the project; check the public aid rate, the EU share, caps and the state aid scheme.
How to apply
1) Identify the managing authority and the current action sheet. 2) Check legal, sector and geographical eligibility. 3) Confirm eligible costs, rate/cap, combination rules and timetable. 4) Submit the documents on the official portal and keep the acknowledgement. Do not commit costs before applying where the rules require it. Check whether this version of the action sheet is the latest, the status of the current call, rates/caps and the detailed conditions for each category of accommodation.
Timeline
Catalogue date to be checked: 31 December 2027. The call timetable, deadline and available budget must be confirmed with the managing authority. The action sheet covers the significant upgrading, extension and moving upmarket of classified or labelled tourist accommodation. It sets out selection criteria, notably the quality of the applicant, location, viability, labelling and environmental performance.
Key facts
- Funder
- Région Réunion, Union Européenne-FEDER
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Open
- Closes
- 31 December 2027
- Geographic scope
- La Réunion
Frequently asked questions
What is the “ERDF – Aid for significant upgrading, extension and moving upmarket of tourist accommodation” scheme for?
According to the catalogue, its aim is to significantly support investment in the upgrading, extension and moving upmarket of classified and labelled accommodation, to significantly improve the quality of what the island offers and encourage job creation and/or retention, with the aim of strengthening the destination’s appeal. A particular effort will be made to boost quality accommodation in the East and in the Hauts (uplands). It is EU funding managed through a regional programme.
Who can benefit and what are the exclusions?
The catalogue mentions: tourist hotels aiming for a minimum 3-star rating anywhere on the island; tourist residences rated at least 3 stars with at least 50 rooms that aim, once the investment programme is complete, to offer quality architecture and service, help showcase local heritage and identity, and incorporate sustainable development and ecological transition principles. Projects concerning tourist hotels located in the East and the Hauts that include investments to maintain and improve comfort and visitor reception are also eligible. Eligibility also depends on the area, size and legal form, type of project, state aid scheme and the action sheet’s criteria.
What amount or funding rate is provided?
a grant whose amount will depend on the project. Distinguish the EU aid rate from the total public aid rate, and check caps and eligible costs in the applicable action sheet.
Is the scheme open and how do I apply?
The catalogue date of 31 December 2027 must be checked. The action sheet sets out selection criteria, notably the quality of the applicant, location, viability, labelling and environmental performance. Check the timetable, portal, documents and any requirement to apply beforehand with the managing authority.
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