Jump to content

Nikki Beach Resort & Spa closed in T&C


JenniferSS

Recommended Posts

From Excite News - Top 'Caribbean Escape' closes in Turks and Caicos

 

"Top 'Caribbean Escape' closes in Turks and Caicos

 

 

Sep 12, 3:32 PM (ET)

 

By DANICA COTO

 

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) - An exclusive resort in the Turks and Caicos Islands that catered to celebrities and offered personal butlers and a pillow menu has closed after less than two years of operation.

 

The owner of Nikki Beach Resort & Spa - Leeward Resort Ltd. - has been placed into receivership, General Manager Jonathan Steers said.

 

"We are working tirelessly to ensure our ... staff acquires new employment and that our guest reservations are relocated smoothly," Steers said in a brief statement Friday.

 

It was unclear how many employees were laid off and how many reservations were affected at the Providenciales-based resort, which offered 48 rooms and suites. Steers did not respond to requests for further comment.

 

 

The resort, which the Travel Channel rated No. 2 on its list of the "21 Hottest Caribbean Escapes" this year, is the latest one in the region to close amid the global economic crisis. Jamaica's Rose Hall Hotel, owned by the Spanish company Iberostar Hotels and Resorts, closed last month, and the luxury Four Seasons Resort Great Exuma in the Bahamas closed in May after master development owner EBR Holdings Ltd. of London failed to meet debt obligations.

 

Other major resorts have laid off hundreds of employees, including the Atlantis in the Bahamas, owned by Kerzner International Bahamas Limited.

 

Nikki Beach was a good brand to help promote the Turks and Caicos, said Ralph Higgs, marketing director for the islands' Tourism Board.

 

"Obviously a closure of any resort in our country has an implication for the economy," he said Saturday.

 

The British Caribbean Bank will manage the 430-acre (175-hectare) resort and 110-slip mega-yacht marina until a buyer appears, according to ads it took out in local newspapers.

 

The resort, which offered Bvlgari bath products and an infinity pool with beds resembling those of 19th-century opium dens, had attracted guests such as actor Denzel Washington and New York Yankees star Derek Jeter. Rates ranged from $350 to nearly $3,000 a night.

 

Nikki Beach Resort & Spa opened in April 2008 and offered a "recession-friendly" anniversary party this year that featured discounted airfares and room rates, according to a news release.

 

The resort had planned to build one- and two-bedroom condominiums and open a spa, casino and several restaurants next year.

 

Nikki Beach still operates resorts in Miami; New York; Hollywood, California; and Thailand, among others."

 

 

It's so sad to hear of these closings. I wonder if Sandals will buy this property out of foreclosure also ? There have been rumors for a couple of years now that they were looking at putting a Sandals resort in Turks & Caicos.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Just to clarify, the actual property is owned by Leeward Holdings management. They hired the Nikki Beach chain to run the property for them. Leeward Holdings has gone bankrupt and the property has be put into receivership with the bank.

 

The Nikki Beach chain/management company is fine and is opening hotels in panama and thailand in the next year, it is not them that is bankrupt/folding, it is the underlying company that actually owns the property. As far as I know the Nikki Beach company is healthy and were getting in touch with any guests with reservations that were affected and transferring them to their other properties.

 

Hope that clears things up.

 

Krys

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.


  • Best Destination Wedding Sponsors



    Facebook Pinterest Google+ Twitter
  • Posts

    • Hi everyone! I have been doing lots of research on various wedding venues all around Mexico, my fiance wants a destination wedding and I am happy to have a wedding wherever so long as the vibe is right and guests are happy!  I have been seriously looking at Cabo Azul and was trying to find potential costs for them, but only found a page about their wedding costs from 2010. Does anyone have any updated information on costs / reviews they would like to share of this venue? Or advice in general, anything helps. Thanks so much, happy wedding planning to all!
    • Hello everyone, I am dreaming of a wedding in Costa Rica and was wondering if I could get any help with venues and wedding planners. I am thinking Tamarindo because a close friend of mine lives there and I've been in town more than a couple of times, she's being helpful but is at a loss when it comes to this subject really so I was wondering if anyone here had recommendations. I am not closed to other town suggestions either, if I happen to find a good place and staff somewhere else. These are the places I have so far, has anyone had any experience with any of them?  Stay In Tamarindo Luxury Villas in Costa Rica Luxury Villas Pinilla Tropical Homes of Costa Rica The Point Luxury Villa Thank you so much for your help!
    • Have you ever considered having a wedding inside a bubble? With the current global situation, many couples are looking for unique and creative ways to celebrate their special day while keeping their guests safe. A wedding inside a bubble could provide a whimsical and intimate setting for your ceremony and reception. Imagine saying your vows surrounded by a beautiful bubble filled with twinkling lights and flowers, creating a magical atmosphere for you and your loved ones to enjoy.
    • Adult only resort or not? Let's discuss the pros and cons of choosing an adult-only resort for your honeymoon. While some couples may appreciate the peace and quiet that comes with an adults-only environment, others may prefer a more family-friendly atmosphere. What are your thoughts on this? Have you had any experiences at adult-only resorts that you'd like to share? Let's hear your opinions and recommendations!
    • When it comes to planning a wedding, one of the most exciting parts is choosing the perfect wedding favours for your guests. These small tokens of appreciation are a great way to thank your loved ones for being a part of your special day and to make them feel appreciated.
  • Topics

×
×
  • Create New...