New Milestone for Hinterland Hospitality as Banobo Guest House Opens in Region One

A fresh chapter in hospitality and tourism has begun in the Mabaruma Settlement, Region One, with the official opening of the Banobo Guest House.

The Guest House was officially commissioned during a simple ceremony on Tuesday with Minister of Housing and Water and Region One Parliamentary Representative, Collin Croal. Among those present were also Regional Chairman, Brentnol Ashley, Regional Vice-Chairperson, Annansha Peters, and Regional Executive Officer, Mr. Sewchand.

Funded through the Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) Grant at a cost of approximately $63.5 million, the facility boasts ten rooms, a spacious kitchen, storage areas, and a balcony. It is designed to boost the hospitality offerings in the region while promoting sustainable development.

Chairperson of the Mabaruma Settlement Community Development Council (CDC), Ms. Lynn Hernandez, expressed pride in the project’s completion, stating, “when we envisioned our guest house we wanted to create more than a place to stay. Our mission is to provide an unparalleled experience for travelers where comfort, hospitality and local culture come together”. She added that the project created job opportunities and stimulated community growth, as she praised the government’s continued support for development initiatives.

Regional Chairman Ashley shared similar sentiments, highlighting the government’s commitment to hinterland development through initiatives such as the LCDS funds that empower communities and stimulate sustainable economic progress.

In addition to the Guest House, a new $6 million bakery was also commissioned in the same compound, aimed at promoting the production of more local products. Some 105 solar systems were also handed over to households in the area.