Watooka House on Thursday reopened its doors to the public after several months of extensive rehabilitation and upgrades costing some $50 million.
According to a Department of Public Information (DPI) report, the Watooka Complex, which has been in existence since the commencement of bauxite mining in Linden, is located in the small community of Watooka, on the Mackenzie shore of the Demerara River.
Today, the complex is a renowned tourist hotspot in the mining town and has hosted dignitaries from all over the world.
The colonial-style complex boasts a guest house, a newly refurbished swimming pool, manicured lawns, a basketball court, a tennis court and a new deck overseeing the Demerara River. Also included in the upgrades was an overhaul of the establishment’s suites and kitchen, extension of the restaurant and the installation of a Wi-Fi system.
