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March 26, 2018

Ayman Sallam has been appointed as General Manager at Copthorne Hotel Riyadh – A Millennium Hotel

Millennium Hotels and Resorts is one of the fastest growing company in the Middle East has appointed Ayman Sallam as the General Manager of Copthorne Hotel Riyadh. Ayman brings over 25 years' experience of multi-cultural environments from his previous assignments in Egypt, Kuwait and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia where he managed large team from different backgrounds. Besides his experience in the hospitality sector, Sallam brings an energetic spirit to the role and is looking forward to the new challenge.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

March 12, 2018

Christian Ruge has been appointed as General Manager at Burj Rafal Hotel Kempinski, Riyadh

The new General Manager at Burj Rafal Hotel Kempinski in Riyadh has been appointed: Mr. Christian Ruge, who brings 26 years of experience in the hospitality industry with him into his new position.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Press Release Sales & Marketing

February 26, 2018

Marriott International Reinforces Its Commitment To Vision 2030 At First Saudi Arabia Hotel Investment Conference

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia -- The world's leading hotel company, Marriott International, today reiterated its commitment to Saudi Vision 2030 at the inaugural Saudi Arabia Hotel Investment Conference (SHIC) 2018. With more than four decades of presence in the country, Saudi Arabia today, is the company's second largest market in the Middle East with 23 operating hotels. Marriott International continues to nurture a robust pipeline with number of hotels set to more than double in the Kingdom.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Press Release Sales & Marketing

November 8, 2017

Ritz Carlton Riyadh embroiled in scandal

Often cited as being one of the most luxurious and prestigious hotel brands in the world, a certain Middle Eastern property that is part of Ritz Carlton Hotels' portfolio has been making headlines for slightly more scandalous reasons in recent days. Saudi Arabia's Ritz Carlton Riyadh, a 5-star hotel in the capital city, is reportedly being used as a makeshift detention centre for some Saudi royals who were recently arrested after a corruption investigation was launched which saw at least 17 princes and leading government officials detained after an order was issued by King Salman bin Abdul Aziz to take those under suspicion into custody. It is reported that there are now more than 30 high profile officials being kept in the Ritz Carlton Riyadh, many of them relatives of Saudi Arabia's ruling class. The arrests were carried out by Abdul Aziz's son and heir, Mohammed bin Salman, who has made a name for himself in recent months by shaking up the deeply traditional status quo in the UAE state, and arresting blood relatives of royals and rulers could potentially spell trouble for him in the future.

TOPHOTELPROJECTS

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

October 30, 2017

Naoufel Tekaya has been appointed as General Manager at Fraser Suites Riyadh

Naoufel Tekaya has been appointed as general manager for Fraser Suites Riyadh, which is due to open in Q4 2017.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Development Opening

August 1, 2017

Swiss International opens second hotel in Riyadh

Swiss International proudly announces the opening of Swiss Spirit Hotel & Suites Metropolitan in Riyadh which is expected to start its operations from August 1st 2017. Early this year, Swiss International made its entry in Riyadh with Swiss International Royal Hotel. Three additional hotels are opening in Saudi Arabia before end of September: Swiss International Residence Jeddah Airport, Swiss International Boutique Saif – Al Rass, & Swiss International Tabuk. This already forms presence of Swiss International in some of the major cities of Saudi Arabia - Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam. The new facility"s location at the Olaya District, also known as the commercial heart of the city serves as a huge advantage point for the brand as it draws not only the travelers interested in business but also the shopaholics interested in luxury shopping allowing a larger influx of guests to the property. The state of the art property is consisting of 80 rooms with 20 standard rooms and 60 suites equipped with all upscale amenities. Swiss International"s restaurant concept - A Grill Room will also open in August 2017.

Swiss International Hotels & Resorts

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

July 31, 2017

Mohammed Marghalani has been promoted to Hotel Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh

The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh has recently promoted Mohammed Marghalani as hotel manager for the property. In his role, Marghalani will overlook all processes in the hotel, focusing on operations, administration functions, and projects.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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Press Release Development

January 24, 2017

Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya Opens in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya, the first Hyatt Regency hotel to open in Riyadh, the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Developed by Mohammed A. Al-Swailem Co. for Commercial Investment, Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya is the third Hyatt-branded hotel to open in the KSA, joining Park Hyatt Jeddah Marina, Club and Spa and Hyatt Regency Makkah Jabal Omar.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

January 23, 2017

Bruno Guillard has been appointed as director of food and beverage at Burj Rafal Hotel Kempinski

Guillard has spent 19 years in the hospitality industry and has worked in Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Press Release Development

November 21, 2016

Swiss International announces 2 hotels in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Gearing up to boost its presence in Saudi Arabia, Swiss International proudly announces the arrival of its first 2 hotels in Riyadh. The chain will be entering the capital city with Swiss International Royal Hotel and Swiss Spirit Hotel & Suites Metropolitan contributing to 4 hotels of the brand in Saudi Arabia.

Swiss International Hotels & Resorts

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Press Release Development

September 6, 2016

Starwood Hotels & Resorts’ Tech-Forward Aloft Brand Launches in Saudi Arabia with Opening of Aloft Riyadh

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.® (NYSE:HOT) today announced the entry of its innovative Aloft brand to the Saudi Arabian market with the opening of Aloft Riyadh. Designed for today's hyper-connected, tech-forward global traveller, Aloft continues to re-define the traditional hotel experience and strengthen its footprint in the Middle East, following the success of Aloft Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. Owned and developed by FAS Hotels, division of Fawaz Al Hokair group, Aloft Riyadh offers a vibrant social scene in the dynamic city of Riyadh.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

August 23, 2016

Juan Uribe has been appointed as General Manager at Burj Rafal Hotel Kempinski

Uribe brings more than 30 years of hospitality experience to the role, and joined Burj Rafal Hotel Kempinski from his most recent position as regional general manager and director of operations (hospitality division) at Al Hokair Group in Riyadh.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

August 23, 2016

Patrick Butscher has been appointed as Executive Assistant Manager (EAM) at Burj Rafal Hotel Kempinski

The hotel's new EASM, Butscher, started his career with Kempinski two years ago when he took on the role of director of food and beverage.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Press Release Development

August 4, 2016

Swiss International to open hotel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia with Swiss Spirit Hotel & Suites

Swiss International proudly announces the opening of Swiss Spirit Hotel & Suites Metropolitan in Riyadh which is expected to start its operations by the end of 2016. The new facility's location at the Olaya District, also known as the commercial heart of the city serves as a huge leverage point for the brand as it draws not only the travellers interested in business but also the shopaholics interested in luxury shopping allowing a larger influx of guests to the property.

Swiss International Hotels & Resorts

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

August 2, 2016

Timothy Magee has been appointed as Director of Finance at Nobu Hotel Riyadh

From Brisbane, Australia, Timothy Magee has 30 years experience in the hospitality sector.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

August 2, 2016

Hana Al Toaimi has been appointed as Director of Human Resources at Nobu Hotel Riyadh

From Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, Hana Al Toaimi has been working over 20 years in the human resources sector.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

August 2, 2016

Amr Essa has been appointed as Director of Rooms at Nobu Hotel Riyadh

From Alexandria, Egypt, Amr Essa has more than 20 years of experience in rooms and food & beverage operations.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

August 2, 2016

Ahmed Dahmash has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Nobu Hotel Riyadh

From Cairo, Egypt, with 25 years of luxury hotel management, Ahmed Dahmash's experience spans various settings.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

June 15, 2016

Gerrit Graef has been appointed as General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh

The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh has hired Gerrit Graef as the property’s new general manager to overlook the operations of the hotel.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

April 12, 2016

Ramzi Fikani has been appointed as Director of Sales at Al Faisaliah Hotel

Al Faisaliah Hotel has welconed Lebanese national Ramzi Fikani as its new director of sales.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia