KEDC Project Updates September 25, 2017
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Davis Henderson, KEDC Tourism Coordinator
KEDC Reflects on a Summer of Booming Tourism As the air turns crisp and the leaves change colour, we take an opportunity to reflect on a successful first summer of operations for Kwa’lilas Hotel. We are happy to report that Kwa’lilas Hotel is officially listed as the number one hotel in Port Hardy on TripAdvisor, surpassing our closest competitor by a full star rating! The hotel’s dining spaces have been well received by locals and visitors alike. A new pub menu will be introduced in early October, featuring fresh pub-style food made from scratch with contemporary, local fare. Whether it’s an elegant meal at Ha’me Restaurant, or a casual burger and beer at Nax’id Pub, Kwa’lilas Hotel’s dining has raised the bar for food and beverage experience on the North Island. As the cooler seasons approach, Kwa’lilas Hotel is booking conferences, special events and theme nights for the months to come. In our bookings so far is the Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada conference, (whose attendees have booked so many rooms that Kwa’lilas Hotel is expected to be sold out!), as well as the Cops for Cancer tour, Paint Night, and a wine and food pairing event. If you’re interested in hosting your event at Kwa’lilas Hotel, please email Cyndi at Cyndi@kedc.ca.
Top to bottom: exterior of Kwa’lilas Hotel, a meeting room available for booking at Kwa’lilas Hotel, the lobby featuring custom copper artwork, and the standard guestroom.