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More Than 200 Guests, Stars Attend Grand Opening of The Tryst Puerto Vallarta
The Tryst Puerto Vallarta celebrated its grand opening with a star-studded red carpet event on Friday, April 26, 2025, drawing notable guests including actress Jennifer Coolidge and pop superstar Demi Lovato.
The luxury hotel, described as the world’s first gay luxury hotel brand, marked its official debut with a private event that drew more than 200 guests to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
The hotel is spearheaded by hospitality entrepreneur and visionary Tristan Schukraft, who is known as the “CEO of Everything Gay”. Schukraft curated the grand opening weekend as part of his vision for the Tryst Hotel chain, which includes The Tryst San Juan and a planned location on Fire Island. He created the brand based on his personal experiences traveling, aiming to establish spaces where luxury and identity can flourish without compromise for the LGBTQ+ community.
Located at Púlpito 138, the hotel provides a five-star experience catering to gay travelers. It features 53 guest rooms with a minimal, modern Mexican design by Estudio Esterlina.
While the red carpet was underway, guests enjoyed drinks and hors d’oeuvres on the eighth floor. Hotel founder and owner Tristan Schukraft welcomed attendees, followed by a fireworks spectacular that capped off the evening.
The event brought considerable star-studded attention to Puerto Vallarta, with many of the stars making their first visit to the popular destination.
Beloved by many in the gay community, actress Jennifer Coolidge was a featured guest, adding to the evening’s excitement. Surprise guest Demi Lovato, known for their successful music career and advocacy, also made an appearance.
The red carpet also saw appearances from a host of other notable figures, including: Antoni Porowski, Wendy Guevara, TS Madison, Kate del Castillo, Matt Rogers, Erika Jayne, Titus Burgess, Julia Fox, Laverne Cox, Chrishell Stause, Leland, Sonja Morgan, Vincint, Laith Ashley, Gott Mik, Violet Chachki, Isaac Boots, Johnny Sibilly, Sam Asghari, Cynthia Bailey, Cristian Peralta, Lolita Banana, Taiga Brav, Alexis Mvgler, Leexa Fox, Plastique Tiara, Shea Couleé, Zane Phillips, and Chris Appleton.
Following the red carpet festivities, many of the stars and guests continued the celebration at a nearby industry nightclub. The grand opening weekend includes additional events such as a Drag Brunch featuring Shea Couleé and a pool party hosted by Erika Jayne.
Photos from the Red Carpet:
Photos by Michael Fluck. @MR (copyright) by Out & About PV, S. DE R.L. DE C.V., All Rights Reserved. Use is prohibited without expressed written permission by Out & About PV.
interviewed by Sibilly. Photo by Michael Fluck
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