Botswana's Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino Reopens Following Multi-Million Dollar Renovation
BANGKOK, TH. October 16, 2017 - AVANI Gaborone Resort & Casino, the business and social hub of Botswana's capital, is celebrating the completion of an extensive renovation, representing an investment of USD 7.5 million by Minor Hotels, the parent company.
All 156 guest rooms and public spaces including the main entrance and porte cochere have been renovated with the aim of introducing AVANI's signature design hallmarks. The new contemporary design and technological enhancements make for a modern, functional and relaxing experience.
Situated in the heart of Gaborone's business district, home to The Botswana Stock Exchange, Debswana Diamond Company, the Southern African Development Community headquarters and financial institutions, AVANI Gaborone is ideally located for leisure and business travellers and local residents' seeking great food and a variety of entertainment options.
The layout of the guest bedrooms and bathrooms has been redesigned to ensure the best use of space. The design is functional, modern and comfortable. Room features and amenities include free WiFi, dedicated work station with media hub, LCD television with satellite news, sport and movie channels and a rain shower.
The conference centre offers an impressive setting for business and social events in Gaborone with a main conference room accommodating up to 500 guests and five private Seminar Rooms which will enrich any meeting. The new Peo Business Lounge inside the hotel offers three small private meeting rooms and the common area is able to accommodate six to eight people around the main table plus an additional three desks for individual use.
Alejandro Bernabe, Vice President of Operations of AVANI Hotels & Resorts said: “The focus of the renovation has been to enhance the guest experience in all areas of the hotel. We are confident our guests will enjoy the updated look and substantive business and leisure improvements.”
AVANI Hotels & Resorts
AVANI Hotels & Resorts is the vibrant upscale brand from Minor Hotels. Offering relaxed comfort and contemporary style in city and resort destinations, AVANI was launched in response to an increasingly influential group of discerning travellers who appreciate stylish design and excellent service, but also demand great value. The brand currently has 18 properties in operation in Thailand, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Malaysia, the Seychelles, Mozambique, Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia, Zambia, the United Arab Emirates and Portugal, with a pipeline of further openings in Australia, Asia and the Middle East. MH has plans to grow the brand across Asia, the Indian Ocean and the Middle East. W: www.avanihotels.com
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