Comino Hotel Developers: New Bungalows Will Be A ‘World-Class Sustainable Tourism Project’
The company behind a redevelopment project on the tiny island of Comino are maintaining that the works will be carried out in a “sensitive and sensible manner” after a group of NGOs described the plans as “monstrous”.
Saying it welcomes the interest being shown by the public, HV Hospitality Ltd, the owner of Comino Hotel & Bungalows, broke down their vision for the project, which will see derelict bungalows redeveloped on the island.
“The new hotel, comprising 71 suites and 19 serviced bungalows, will be operated as a singular facility, targeted solely at travellers seeking rest and relaxation at sustainable properties. Amenities would include a spa, dining spaces, and one mini shop stocked with basic necessities for guests such as newspapers and sunblock,” it said.
Saying its applied for planning permission for the redevelopment of the existing properties, HV Hospitality emphasised that the company “is committed to producing a world- class sustainable tourism product that respects the environment and stands up to close scrutiny”.
“In planning the project, the company engaged with all local authorities and stakeholders, including NGOs, to ensure that the hotel’s redevelopment is carried out in a sensitive and sensible manner.”
“HV Hospitality remains committed to engaging with all stakeholders and will continue to participate in the planning process fairly, transparently and with full respect for its obligations to respect and uphold Comino’s Natura 2000 status,” it ended.
The project is facing opposition from a number of environmental NGOs, including BirdLife Malta, Din l-Art Ħelwa, Flimkien għal Ambjent Aħjar, Friends of the Earth Malta, Moviment Graffitti, Nature Trust Malta – FEE, and Ramblers’ Association of Malta.
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