Minor hotels has announced the investment of over seven million dollars in the refurbishment of AVANI Gaborone resort & casino in Botswana.The extensive renovation encompasses all public spaces and guest bedrooms, with the aim of introducing AVANI’s signature design hallmarks.Work on the renovation is already underway and is set to be complete by the beginning of September.Once complete, the hotel will offer 198 rooms.The renovation will also see a total re-design of the main entrance and porte cochere.The proposed lobby design has been completely re-imagined. Existing lobby walls will be demolished and ceilings raised to introduce natural light and open up the living space.
There will also be the introduction of the AVANI Pantry, a space where guests will be able to eat, grab a quick bite, or stock up their mini-bars.The conservatory, located within the centre of the living space, will provide an informal, communal eating area.The layout of the guest bedrooms and bathrooms will be re-designed. The new design will offer elements such as décor accessories, a media hub and large screen plasma screen television with satellite news, sport and movie channels.