sbe, the leading lifestyle hospitality company that develops, manages and operates award-winning hospitality venues globally, will open its first hotel in the Middle East with the launch of Mondrian Doha, Qatar in spring (quarter two), 2017. This soft opening will set the stage for Mondrian Doha's grand opening celebration, which follows in late September, 2017 and promises to be an outstanding showcase of the property.
The 270-room property designed in collaboration with Marcel Wanders is set to feature eight restaurants and bars, becoming Qatar's and the region's most luxurious lifestyle hospitality offering
Aawar’s career with Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts started in 2002 as Front Office Duty Manager in Beirut. First he was promoted to Assistant Front Office Manager and later filled the Front Office Manager position at Mövenpick Resort Al Bidaa Kuwait in 2007, where he gained extensive exposure in the housekeeping department. In 2011, Aawar was appointed as Rooms Division Manager at Mövenpick Hotel West Bay Doha.An enriching experience as Director of Operations at Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach Dubai followed in 2014. This was a catalyst for his rise to the role of Task Force General Manager of Mövenpick Hotel Al Aziziyah and Mövenpick Hotel Doha in 2016. The formal appointment to general manager is a result of his successful six-month Task Force assignment in Doha.Aawar started his hospitality career in his native Lebanon, where he joined the food and beverage department of the Al Bustan Hotel in 1997. In the following years, he transferred to front office and worked in independent boutique hotels before joining Mövenpick 15 years ago.
Christoph Travniczek has been appointed as hotel manager for Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park and the upcoming Holiday Inn Doha – The Business Park.
This year's Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) will focus on diversification in the hospitality sector in response to the challenges faced by the region, according to the conclusions of a regional briefing in Doha in the run-up to the event.
In line with his new position, Kamel will oversee the front office, housekeeping, recreation teams as well as supporting government relations.
The St. Regis Doha has appointed Saleh Bataineh as its deputy general manager.
Shaker will be overlooking a total of 632 associates and managers working on the 577-room hotel from 52 different nationalities including the direct management of 16 members as part of its human resources department.
Ahead of its opening this month (December 2016), the AlRayyan Hotel Doha, Curio – A Collection by Hilton, the first Curio hotel in the Middle East, has revealed the property's ExCom members.
Ahead of its opening this month (December 2016), the AlRayyan Hotel Doha, Curio – A Collection by Hilton, the first Curio hotel in the Middle East, has revealed the property's ExCom members.
Ahead of its opening this month (December 2016), the AlRayyan Hotel Doha, Curio – A Collection by Hilton, the first Curio hotel in the Middle East, has revealed the property's ExCom members.
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has announced the opening of InterContinental® Doha Residencesunder a management agreement with Gulf Hotels Company WLL. Located on Doha's longest natural private beach, each spacious residence offers tranquil living in distinctive surroundings. With a design that merges Arabian and European sophistication, InterContinental Doha Residences delivers an unprecedented lifestyle choice in the capital. The new property brings a total of 82 luxury residences to Doha, comprising 17 three-bedroom villas - three of which overlook the Arabian Gulf, eight three-bedroom apartments, and 15 two-bedroom apartments. The remaining residences consist of 42 one-bedroom apartments. The property connects to the luxury InterContinental® Doha hotel to give residents a remarkable choice of luxury facilities both on-site and nearby. In addition to access to the private beach and swimming pools overlooking the Arabian Gulf, residents can enjoy a host of other exclusive benefits such as beach club services and a personalised concierge. Drawing from IHG's long history of providing best in class experiences, the residences also feature numerous award-winning restaurants and bars, as well as the brand's world-class Spa InterContinental.Residents can keep active and unwind using the state-of-the- art gym and health club facilities, or go head-to-head on one of the tennis or squash courts. With a children's playground, business centre and housekeeping services, InterContinental Doha Residences offers a full package of premium amenities and services, showcasing the brand's position as a leader of personalized, luxury experiences.
Rotana, a leading international hotel management company, has appointed Joseph Coubat as area vice president for Qatar, Lebanon, Kuwait, Turkey, Congo and Syria and general manager of Gefinor Rotana Beirut, effective November 1, 2016.
Dusit International has appointed Mr Ahmet Antepli as General Manager of the upcoming Dusit Hotel & Suites Doha.
As Centara Hotels & Resorts prepares to open the Centara Grand West Bay Hotel Doha in Qatar, and has announced Mr. James Robert Wilson as General Manager. Wilson will be overseeing the opening of this new property, which is part of the greater expansion plans for the Middle East. With many years of experience in the hotel industry and having worked for many hotels and resorts all over the world including in Scotland, Thailand, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Wilson brings a wealth of knowledge that will support the successful opening of Centara Grand West Bay Hotel Doha.
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has appointed Beat Peter as general manager of Mövenpick Al Aziziyah Doha.
Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl – Doha welcomes Christoph Strahm as its new Hotel Manager and two further members to its senior management team: Matyas Bak, Director of Rooms, and Asif Akash, Executive Housekeeper.
Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl – Doha welcomes Christoph Strahm as its new Hotel Manager and two further members to its senior management team: Matyas Bak, Director of Rooms, and Asif Akash, Executive Housekeeper.
Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl – Doha welcomes Christoph Strahm as its new Hotel Manager and two further members to its senior management team: Matyas Bak, Director of Rooms, and Asif Akash, Executive Housekeeper.