Marriott Kampala Skyz marks 5 years of operation

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Protea Hotel by Marriott Kampala Skyz on Friday hosted President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni as it marked five years of operations.

The hotel is celebrating years of operations filled with noteworthy accomplishments, tremendous growth, impactful partnerships, and industry accolades.

Since 2017, Protea Hotel Skyz has set a gold standard for luxury hospitality in the capital. The hotel management team organized a celebration for the property’s staff members and customers to recognize the achievement.

Speaking during the ceremony, President Museveni congratulated Simba Group Chairman, Patrick Bitature, for rising above challenges to create employment opportunities at a time when the global economy is emerging from the pandemic.

The President also urged tourism sector players to extend affordable packages to spur domestic tourism.

Patrick Bitature said the hotel survived a tumultuous period occasioned by the pandemic that had an unprecedented impact on the tourism sector.

“The past five years mark significant progress; we are very proud to gain such a high level of recognition in a short time after the opening. The local and international demand on our property shows appreciation for the efforts and hard work put together by all our teams,” Bitature said.

Seated on the hills of Naguru in Kampala, Skyz Hotel has in its five years of operation, become a well-lit and well-known beacon of fun and comfort for individual guests, corporates, and international travellers. Protea Hotel by Marriott Kampala Skyz General Manager Florence Nyiramugisha said customers will continue to enjoy best-in-class services as well as innovative solutions for local customers, corporate businesses and international travelers.

The facility employs more than 200 people and over 150 suppliers who provide locally sourced goods and services.