BON Hotels discontinues Shelley Point lease

The BON Hotels group has announced that it will not continue with the lease and management of 3-star BON Hotel Shelley Point, situated on the Cape West Coast. BON hotels took over marketing and management of hotel operations after being instrumental in the successful business rescue in 2014.

In an interview in Cape Town, Guy Stehlik, CEO of BON Hotels, said that regrettably, despite their best efforts, the industry has seen a decline in the conference and corporate business that has been difficult to overcome. The 88 room hotel enjoys strong support from the leisure market, however, according to Stehlik, “Notwithstanding its wonderful aesthetics and resort-like feel, the lack of midweek business has made sustainable targets a challenge.”

Commenting on the announcement, Stehlik said that while it had been a very difficult decision to make, “after lengthy meetings and consultations with business and hospitality experts, we have been advised to make this decision as the most responsible thing to do. I myself will be available to staff, guests, suppliers and booking agents to answer any questions.”