To celebrate April Fools 2026, CT Hotels & Resorts introduced a brand new limited-time property — CT Tropicana Resort — a unique and nostalgic tropical experience inspired by a classic, retro-style resort.

Revealed through a special April Fools video published on 1 April 2026, the resort was presented as our “next major hotel project” — but as many quickly discovered, this was not quite the luxury expansion guests may have expected. Instead, CT Tropicana Resort offered a deliberately unconventional and humorous take on hospitality, combining our signature approach with a playful twist inspired by older-era resort experiences.

The April Fools Special Video

The reveal was delivered through a short cinematic video on our official YouTube channel, continuing our annual tradition of April Fools productions. Following previous concepts such as CT Motel (2023), CT The (not so) Royal Hotel (2024), and CT The Secure Hotel (2025), this year’s edition introduced a new direction — presenting a resort that felt as though it had remained unchanged for decades.

The video took the form of a retro-style advertisement, showcasing “luxury” features and amenities before gradually revealing the true nature of the experience. From outdoor sleeping arrangements and shared facilities to simplified interiors and modest accommodation, the contrast between presentation and reality formed the core of this year’s concept.

This approach allowed us to build on previous years while introducing a more immersive and creative storytelling style, combining humour, presentation, and visual design into a refined and engaging reveal.

The Opening Session

Shortly after the video premiere, CT Tropicana Resort officially opened to guests around 45 minutes after for a special April Fools session, which ran for around 1 hour and 15 minutes.

The session exceeded expectations, becoming one of our most successful and enjoyable April Fools events to date. The resort welcomed a strong turnout of guests, alongside an active and engaged staff team, all embracing the more relaxed and informal nature of the event.

Unlike our standard hotel sessions, this opening was intentionally designed to be less formal and more entertainment-focused. Guests were able to explore the resort, experience its unique accommodation options, and take part in a variety of activities throughout the evening.

Music was played at reception during parts of the session, creating a lively and energetic atmosphere where both guests and staff gathered, danced, and fully embraced the fun and unconventional environment. This added a new dynamic to the experience, further distinguishing it from our usual operations and contributing to the overall success of the event.

A Unique Community Experience

CT Tropicana Resort was not designed to reflect the usual standards of CT Hotels & Resorts. Instead, it served as a creative, community-focused project built purely for entertainment and engagement.

By stepping away from our traditional luxury-focused approach, we were able to create a different kind of experience — one that encouraged interaction, humour, and a more relaxed environment for both guests and staff.

Events such as this highlight the strength of our community, bringing people together in new and memorable ways while maintaining the core identity of CT Hotels & Resorts.

Looking Back

The success of this year’s April Fools special continues a growing tradition within CT Hotels & Resorts of delivering creative seasonal experiences.

From the introduction of CT Motel in 2023, to the transformation of CT The Royal Hotel in 2024, to funny new addition of CT The Secure Hotel (2025), and now CT Tropicana Resort in 2026, each year has introduced a new concept, building on the last while offering something different to our community.

As we continue to expand and develop our hotels, we remain committed to not only delivering high-quality hospitality experiences, but also creating unique moments that bring our community together.

We would like to thank everyone who attended the opening of CT Tropicana Resort and supported this year’s April Fools special.

We look forward to welcoming you again soon — back to our usual standards of luxury. ✨