Jafar Abu Baji has been appointed as General Manager at Andaz Doha

Jafar Abu Baji has been appointed as general manager of Andaz Doha, which is set to open in 2024.

Jafar Abu Baji

This property in the city's West Bay area will mark the debut of the luxury lifestyle brand in Qatar.

At the helm of Andaz Doha is Abu Baji, who comes in as GM on the back of an impressive career with Hyatt spanning almost two decades.

Before assuming his new position at Andaz Doha, he served as the hotel manager at Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya, where he played a crucial role in the successful opening and sustained success of the hotel.

Hyatt said Abu Baji possesses a deep understanding of the dynamic hospitality industry. He will oversee all aspects of the hotel's operations while championing the Andaz philosophy of providing an authentic local experience for every guest.

General Management Middle East Qatar Doha

Global in scale while local in perspective, the Andaz brand of luxury hotels weaves the sights, sounds, and tastes of each property’s surroundings for a distinctively local experience. Through thoughtful, unscripted service tailored for travelers, Andaz hotels enable guests to go beyond the familiar and satiate their curiosity while immersing them in the spirit of the eclectic culture around them.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company guided by its purpose – to care for people so they can be their best. As of June 30, 2024, the Company’s portfolio included more than 1,350 hotels and all-inclusive properties in 78 countries across six continents. The Company's offering includes brands in the Timeless Collection, including Park Hyatt®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt®, Hyatt...