Kempinski Hotel Denies Closure Of 4 Floors, Retrenchment Of 85% Of Staff

Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra has denied stories claiming it is closing four of its hotel floors and retrenching 85 percent of staff.

In a statement, the hotel noted that it is aware of stories circulating about an imminent retrenchment and possible closure of the Hotel in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic describing it as incorrect.

“Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra is aware of news stories circulating in the media about an imminent retrenchment and possible closure of the Hotel in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. This news is incorrect.”

The statement added; “Hotel Management wishes to clarify that the Hotel has no plans to close down or retrench any of its staff at the moment. We observe and follow the strict guidance and recommendations by the national and local authorities and we have put in place significant measures to ensure smooth business continuity.”

“The well-being of our guests and staff remains our utmost priority,” the statement concluded.