Govt advances plans for world-class Prospect Reef Resort re-development
The initiative, it said, aims to transform the site into a world-class facility, enhancing the territory's standing as a premier destination for business and luxury tourism.
Interested parties are, as such, encouraged to submit ‘innovative proposals’ that adhere to the outlined objectives, including the development of a high-quality resort that incorporates existing architectural and natural features.
Additionally proposals—according to the invitation—must detail how the site will be elevated and transformed into a facility of international standards.
With this in mind, the government said, it is seeking firms capable of developing, financing, and operating the resort for a minimum of 50 years—facility meeting or exceeding the standards of a four-star hotel—offering consistently high-quality service and amenities.
Development to cater for leisure & business travellers
The proposed development, the Notice said, must cater to both leisure and business travellers and should include at least 150 rooms, with a preference for projects exceeding the stated capacity. Additionally, the newly built resort must feature modern conference facilities capable of accommodating up to 300 delegates.
According to the invitation for proposals, the development should respect and complement the natural and cultural attributes of the surrounding area with proposals demonstrating how the project will align with the VI’s unique charm while contributing to the wider improvement of the region’s tourism industry. Prospective developers are also encouraged to contribute to the growth of the local hospitality sector, by supporting a robust culinary arts training programme.
Expressions of Interest must be submitted—in hard copy—no later than 2:00 PM on March 3, 2025.
Many governments have promised but failed to redevelop Prospect Reef Resort, which was further damaged by Hurricane Irma in 2017; however, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) is determined to see the project materialise.
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21 Responses to “Govt advances plans for world-class Prospect Reef Resort re-development”
That place should be a facility for BVIslanders. Training them for essential skills related to water and nature and hospitality.
50 yrs for a hotel in a terrible location? Nah.
We have a National Parks program that is supposed to provide a place for BVI citizens and tourists can come and enjoy natural beauty - yet no one cleans toilets (if there are any), or puts in government mooring balls (Prickly Pear), or restores trails. How you going to manage a hotel room, restaurants and docks!?
Sell this hot mess to someone and put the money into schools, hospitals and roads. That would do more for tourism than this stupidness.