Just over R100 million has been invested in refurbishing and upgrading the property and its facilities over the past three years, signalling a renewed outlook for the property. Although the resort was best known in the 80's as simply a timeshare destination, it has become on of the most well-known family resorts in South Africa, catering to local and international guests alike, with a variety of holiday options.
The extensive investment in refurbishment and development of new facilities means that returning and new guests experience a new sense of luxury and comfort when staying at the resort.
Highlights of the investment and refurbishment:
The recent focus on revitalising the resort was kick started when Club Mykonos' current general manager, Jon Kilroe-Smith, came on board in 2010.
"Club Mykonos is one of the most iconic and well known holiday and family brands in South Africa," he explained. "However, as with any brand reaching adulthood, there's a need to constantly innovate and invest in order to keep fresh and relevant."
"We're committed to building on our reputation as one of South Africa's leading family resorts, and our investment will ensure that our visitors receive the highest levels of comfort, extensive health, leisure and sport amenities and superior service levels," he said.
Along with the upgrade in accommodation and leisure facilities, a substantial investment has been made across other aspects of the resort.
This includes an R1.7million investment in improving security, including electronic locksets for all units, security equipment and an electrical perimeter fence for the resort; a R10 million investment on establishing the boatyard facility; and a R5 million investment in extending the private marina and refurbishing the jetties.
The investment is already paying dividends. Following the recent refurbishments, Club Mykonos was recently awarded a Four Star Self Catering grading by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA). The grading system is an independent quality assessment that helps travellers know what facilities they can expect at their chosen accommodation or conference venues.
The TGCSA's assessment noted in particular the "excellent standards of multiple bedroom units", "pristinely maintained grounds and gardens", and the "outstanding variety of well maintained facilities".
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