Over the next 15 years, developers plan to build 25 hotels with more than 5,000 rooms, spanning a 127-hectare plot near the village of Volosyanka in the Lviv region. Ski lifts and slopes will also form part of the comprehensive, year-round tourism complex.
1. Project Scale and Investment
- Total Cost: At least $1.45 billion, as announced by the OKKO Group.
- Financing:
- One-third will come from OKKO’s own funds and loans.
- The remaining two-thirds will be sourced from domestic and international investors. - International Expertise: A team of Austrian experts is consulting on design and planning, focusing on creating a top-tier alpine resort experience.
2. Location and Geography
- Carpathian Setting:
- Situated about 50 km from the Polish border.
- Mountain heights in the area reach ~1,200 meters, suitable for skiing and other mountain sports. - Volosyanka, Lviv Region:
- Proximity to EU borders is expected to boost cross-border tourism.
- The region has largely avoided Russian airstrikes, sustaining interest from investors and travelers alike.
3. Development Timeline and Vision
- 15-Year Horizon:
- Phased construction of 25 hotels and full infrastructure—ski lifts, slopes, and year-round recreational facilities. - Strategic Importance:
- Vasyl Danylyak, Construction Manager, highlights the first hotel complex as the cornerstone of an “international year-round resort” concept.
- The project aims to establish a four-season destination appealing to domestic and international tourists.
4. Broader Context
- Tourism and Economic Benefits:
- Potential to create jobs, promote regional development, and attract foreign investment in Western Ukraine. - Border Proximity:
- Enhances accessibility for visitors from Poland and the broader EU, aligning with Ukraine’s larger economic and European integration goals.
By combining significant private investment, international expertise, and a prime Carpathian location, the new resort is set to become one of Ukraine’s largest tourism ventures—offering a modern, all-season alpine experience that taps into the natural beauty and strategic location of the country’s western region.
