It appears that Jamaican hotelier Gordon “Butch” Stewart will face strong competition if he decides to make a formal bid for one of Barbados’ popular hotel resorts.
With the month end deadline for the closure of the Almond Beach Village fast approaching, two of Barbados’ leading businessmen have added their names to what is shaping up to be a powerful local and international mix of interests competing for the 31-acre resort.
Construction magnate Bjorn Bjerkhamn and Paul Doyle, owner of the upscale Crane Resort have confirmed their interest in buying the St Peter hotel.
Barbados Minister of Tourism Richard Sealy says negotiations with interested parties are at an advanced stage.
In addition to Sandals Resorts International, he revealed that top international hotel brand Ritz Carlton was among those making a strong play for Almond.
Mr. Sealy says strong interest is being shown in the property with some potential investors conducting inspections.
Last week Mr. Stewart said he was interested in the hotel but it was not yet a done deal.
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