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Qatar hospitality sector feels impact of additional supply | gulf-times.com
Almost 5,000 hotel keys have been added to Qatar’s stock over the past 18 months and the additional supply has started to impact performance measures in the second quarter of 2016, a DTZ executive says. Occupancy levels fell 64% in April 2016 compared to 72% in the same month in 2015, while average daily rates also experienced a year-on-year (y-o-y) fall of 6.5% from QR551 in April 2015 to QR515 in April 2016, said DTZ associate director – Consulting and Research Johnny Archer. Speaking before stakeholders yesterday at the launching of DTZ’s “Q2 2016 Qatar Market Report,” Archer said revenue per available room fell by 17.8% from QR399 in April 2015 to QR328 in April 2016.
James Robert Wilson has been appointed as General Manager at Centara Grand West Bay Hotel 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.
Beat Peter has been appointed as General Manager at Mövenpick Al Aziziyah
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts has appointed Beat Peter as general manager of Mövenpick Al Aziziyah Doha.
Asif Akash has been appointed as Executive Housekeeper at Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl
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.
Matyas Bak has been appointed as Director of Rooms at Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl
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.
Christoph Strahm has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl
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.
Mövenpick Debuts Third Hotel in Doha
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts is unveiling its third property in Doha with the Mövenpick Hotel Al Aziziyah Doha. The Swiss brand currently operates the Mövenpick Hotel Doha and the Mövenpick Hotel West Bay Doha, and the new location will expand the company's Qatari portfolio to more than 640 keys.
Marriott International Signs New Doha Property As It Unveils Robust Expansion Plans At AHIC
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is preparing for significant growth within the Middle East and Africa (MEA) announcing the signing of a 300-suite Marriott Executive Apartments and unveiling plans to open 17 new properties across the region this year. At present, the hotel company operates nearly 150 properties in the MEA region across nine brands in 19 countries. The latest announcements come during the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) taking place from April 26–28 in Dubai.
Tareq Derbas has been appointed as Area General Manager at St Regis Doha
Tareq Derbas has been appointed as area general manager of Lebanon, Syria, Pakistan, Iran and Iraq for Starwood Hotels & Resorts Middle East.
Marcus Sutton has been appointed as General Manager at Crowne Plaza Doha
Crowne Plaza Doha has appointed Marcus Sutton as the new general manager for the Qatar hotel.
It’s a hat-trick! Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts gears up for 2022 Football World Cup with third Qatar property
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts (MHR) will operate its third property in Doha from next week - a strategic move that will capitalise on Qatar's status as a world-class sports hub and host of the 2022 Football World Cup. The upscale 139-room Mövenpick Hotel Al Aziziyah Doha, located in the city's internationally-renowned Aspire Zone, also known as Doha Sports City, will open its doors on 1 May, taking over the luxurious Victorian-style building currently occupied by Grand Heritage Hotel Doha.
Rotana opens budget hotel in Doha
Rotana has opened the budget hotel Centro Capital Doha, offering 229 rooms and studios, according to company officials. "The demand for hotel rooms, especially in the four star hotels category, which deliver luxury at affordable prices has risen in the past five years. In line with this, we are witnessing the launch of the first Centro brand in town," said Al Malki group chairman Ali Ibrahim Abdullah Al Malki, addressing the official opening ceremony of the hotel.
Conrad Hotels & Resorts Set to Debut Smart Luxury in Doha, Qatar
Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Worldwide's (NYSE: HLT) luxury hotel portfolio for the new smart luxury traveller, today announced the signing of a management agreement with Assets Real Estate Development Company for the 325 guestroom Conrad Doha, expected to open in early 2019.
Todd Cilano has been appointed as Regional Vice President and General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Doha
Todd Cilano has been appointed Regional Vice President and General Manager and of Four Seasons Hotel Doha. Cilano will be responsible for overseeing the Hotel, along with regional responsibilities supervising Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts in Mauritius, Seychelles, Johannesburg, and the Serengeti Lodge in Tanzania.
Westin Hotels & Resorts Debuts in Qatar with the Opening of the Westin Doha Hotel & Spa
Starwood Hotels & Resorts (NYSE:HOT), just celebrated the grand opening of The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa, in partnership with Ghanem Al Thani Holdings, headed by Sheikh Ghanem al Thani. Located in the heart of Qatar's rapidly growing capital, the hotel is poised to introduce a new level of wellness to downtown Doha. This opening marks Westin's debut in the country and reinforce the brand's growth in the region, with hotels opening in the UAE, Jordan, Oman and Saudi Arabia within the next three years.
Luca Medda has been appointed as General Manager at Centro Capital Doha
Rotana has appointed Luca Medda as general manager of the Centro Capital Doha, a new hotel which is scheduled for soft opening in April 2016.
Xavier Halbi has been appointed as Director of Rooms at Grand Hyatt Doha
Grand Hyatt Doha has appointed Xavier Halbi as the new director of rooms.
Shangri-la Hotel, Doha: An Urban Oasis Opens In The Dynamic Qatari Capital
Shangri-La Hotel, Doha, the gleaming 50-storey property located in the commercial district of West Bay, celebrated its grand opening yesterday with His Excellency Sheikh Abdullah Bin Nasser Bin Khalifa Al-Thani, The Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior for the State of Qatar, local dignitaries and other city officials attending a unique ribbon- cutting ceremony that reflects the hotel's signature blend of Asian and Arabian hospitality. A life-sized portrait of His Royal Highness the Emir and His Royal Highness the Father Emir will also be unveiled.The hotel, designed to resemble a falcon's head in recognition of Qatari falconry – the country's historic and elite pastime – is adorned with museum-quality art pieces honouring the rich heritage of the Qatari peninsula which are on loan from the Sheikh Faisal Collection. Strategically located close to the business and diplomatic areas, Shangri-La Hotel, Doha offers a direct link to the City Centre Mall, the city's largest mall, and is only five minutes from the waterfront promenade.
Ahmad Sleiman has been appointed as Executive Chef at Four Seasons Doha
Born and raised in Beirut, Lebanon, Ahmad not only has an impressive culinary palate, but also an ear for languages. In addition to his native Arabic, he speaks English, Spanish, French and German. He is a graduate of Texas A&M University in the United States, with a degree in Industrial Engineering. Shortly after graduation, Ahmad pursued his true passion of culinary arts and joined Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts through the Sous Chef Training program, held at the former Four Seasons Hotel Newport Beach in California.