Meliá Hotels International has made further progress in its growth and positioning strategy in emerging Middle East markets with the announcement today of a new hotel in Doha (Qatar). The hotel will be operated under the Innside by Meliá brand, which becomes the third of the Spanish company's brands to achieve a presence in the destination.
El Sayed joins the team as the new EAM of sales & marketing with more than 15 years of experience to his role, having worked across the GCC. El Sayed has extensive experience in the areas of sales, business development, finance, marketing, revenue, reservations and room operations.
Losciale, of Italian origins, brings more than 15 years of experience to his role, having worked in a number of international hotel chains across several countries such as, China, Costa Rica, Brazil, Italy, England, Switzerland, Germany and U.A.E. In his role as Executive Assistant Manager of Food and Beverage at The St. Regis Doha , Losciale manages the food and beverage operations for The St. Regis Doha 's award winning outlets which include Astor Grill, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Oyster Bay, Sarab Lounge, Al Sultan Brahim, Vine, Vintage, Gordon Ramsay Mediterranean, Opal by Gordon Ramsay, banquets and external outside catering.
Langham Hospitality Group has signed its first hotel in Qatar with the announcement of Langham Place, Lusail, Doha. Located in the newly planned city of Lusail which 23 kilometers north of the capital of Doha, the luxury hotel will comprise of 238 rooms, 90 luxury serviced residences and 56 residences units within the development's new marina waterfront. Developed by RSG (Real Estate Services Group) and managed by Langham Hospitality Group, the hotel will be part of the first phase of the Lusail City development and is located at close proximity to Lusail Iconic Stadium – the scene of the opening and final matches of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The mixed-use project will span a gross built up area of 83,975 square meters and will feature a 207-meter high landmark tower overlooking the Arabian Gulf, with four above-ground podium levels and 34 upper levels. There will be six branded duplex sky villas at the top of the podium, residential apartments up to 17th floor, and the Langham Place hotel occupying the highest floors. Robert Warman, chief executive officer of Langham Hospitality Group states, "This hotel in Doha will be a welcome addition to the brand which has already established a strong presence in major cities such as London, New York, Chicago, Sydney, Hong Kong, and Shanghai. With all the great infrastructure and world-class events happening in Qatar, we are very fortunate to enhance our presence in the Middle East during these exciting times." Ali Taimour, chief executive officer of RSG said, "We are delighted to partner with Langham Hospitality Group to bring something new and exciting to the Qatari hospitality market. The design of Langham Place in Lusail City will embrace a contemporary arts theme which is very much in keeping with the luxury hotel brand." The signing of this hotel points to the growing presence of the Langham Hotels & Resorts brand in the Middle East further to the recent announcements of The Langham, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai (slated to open in 2017) and Langham Place, Downtown Dubai (opening 2018). Scheduled to open in 2018, Langham, Place, Lusail will introduce the contemporary style of the brand to the Arabian peninsula with additional Langham signature experiences that include the exclusive Club Lounge and award winning Chuan spa treatments that are based on ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) philosophies and practices. Langham Place, Lusail will provide extensive food and beverage outlets including the signature bar and grill concept, The Place for all-day dining, Ming Court Chinese restaurant (reminiscent of its Michelin-starred namesake in Hong Kong), a specialty restaurant, and a salon that will serve the brand's renowned afternoon tea service. For corporate meetings and events, the property will also offer extensive facilities including a Grand Ballroom, three multi-purpose function rooms, a screening room, an events centre and a VIP bridal room.
With a broad background in hospitality operations, Salem brings a range of knowledge and expertise to aid the future development of the Kempinski, Doha property. Salem has over a decade of experience in the hotel industry, of which 5 years with Kempinski hotels in Jordan and the United Arab Emirates. Joining the Doha team from Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah Dubai, Salem has been previously leading the rooms division team at hotel companies such as the Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton and Raffles, in KSA, Egypt and the UAE.
Rotana Hotels has appointed Mark Timbrell as general manager of Oryx Rotana, the five-star luxury business hotel in Doha. Timbrell joined the Rotana Group as general manager of Gefinor Rotana Hotel, Lebanon, in 2007, and in 2013 he was appointed the general manager of Hotel Khalidiya Palace Ryhaan by Rotana, Abu Dhabi.
Hilton Worldwide (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening ofDoubleTree by Hilton Doha - Old Town, in the rapidly expanding business district of Qatar's capital."As one of the world's key commercial capitals, Doha is a critical market for our growing footprint in the Middle East, and we are thrilled to bring the DoubleTree by Hilton brand to Qatar," said John Greenleaf, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton. "In addition to welcoming global business travelers, DoubleTree by Hilton Doha - Old Town will provide the perfect place for leisure travelers to relax and have the best experiences this marvelous destination has to offer, whether they are visiting for a major sporting event or to see the iconic Museum of Islamic Art."The hotel features 187 guestrooms and suites - each of which boast floor to ceiling windows with panoramic city views, and flexible meeting and events facilities, including a boardroom, ballroom and three meeting rooms, and inviting dining and lounge venues. Additionally, the hotel offers business and fitness centers, a sauna, steam room, and rooftop pool. The hotel's relaxing open air lounge, Pure, is perfect to enjoy breathtaking views and a light meal, refreshing drink or luxurious Shisha under the stars. Alternatively, guests can enjoy a lively open-kitchen à la carte experience at the hotel's fresh and urban restaurant, Open.As the cultural and commercial capital of Qatar, Doha attracts both leisure and business travelers. This contemporary hotel is in close proximity to key business and government administration offices, including the financial district and port, as well as Doha's famous waterfront promenade, the Corniche, and the Museum of Islamic Art. Doha has recently seen a huge expansion of its transportation network, including the recently opened Hamad International Airport, the home of Qatar Airways, and a new metro rail system.Chris Muth, general manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Doha - Old Town, said: "The contemporary hotel offers guests a warm welcome, modern comforts and a superb location, ensuring it is the number one choice for travellers to Doha. I look forward to welcoming our guests to the hotel."The DoubleTree by Hilton Doha - Old Town is the seventh DoubleTree branded hotel in the Middle East, and the second Hilton Worldwide property in Qatar, joining Hilton Doha.DoubleTree by Hilton Doha - Old Town participates in the Hilton HHonors® loyalty program, which is open to all guests and free to join - visit here for enrollment information. HHonors members always get our lowest price with our Best Price Guarantee, along with HHonors Points, free standard Wi-Fi, access to digital check-in and Digital Key, and no hidden fees, only when they book directly through Hilton.DoubleTree by Hilton is defined by its unique Culture of CARE, which stands for 'Create A Rewarding Experience' for guests, Team Members and the community. Every guest at a DoubleTree by Hilton is welcomed with a warm chocolate chip cookie upon arrival and the warm service continues throughout their stay.DoubleTree by Hilton Doha Old Town is located at Al Meena Street, Doha, Qatar. For more information, or to make a reservation, visit www.dohaoldtown.doubletree.com.Media can access additional information about DoubleTree by Hilton Doha Old Town at the DoubleTree Global Media Centre at news.doubletree.com.
Martin Schnider has been appointed as general manager of Mandarin Oriental, Doha, and Jill Goh joins as general manager of Mandarin Oriental, Macau.
The Sheraton Doha Resort & Convention Hotel recently appointed Nick Heath (pictured) as its new Complex General Manager. Heath has been working with Starwood Hotels & Resorts since 2007 and served as General Manager of W Bangkok and the W Seoul-Walkerhill prior to joining Sheraton Doha.
The Oberoi Group opened a luxury hotel in the year 2013 in Dubai and will manage a luxury beach resort in Ajman which will open in the second quarter of 2016. The Oberoi Group has entered into Management Contracts for two new luxury properties in Qatar:
In his new role, Maatouk will be responsible for all aspects of the resort’s operations, including financial performance, guest engagement, employee development and brand recognition.
The St. Regis Doha has appointed Jean-Luc Morcellet as its new executive chef.
With more than a decade of valuable hospitality and recruitment agency experience, Díaz has led multi-market teams for global hospitality brands such as Kempinski, Sheraton and Hilton, as well as independent properties.
Over the last 10 years, Huschka has played an integral strategic and revenue increasing role within a number of Kempinski properties. Most recently he worked at Hôtel des Mille Collines where he facilitated the successful takeover of ‘Hotel Rwanda’.
The Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel is delighted to announce the appointment of the new Executive Chef, Stephen Wright. In his new position Chef Stephen Wright will lead a team of 180 chefs, oversee 11 kitchens and operate nine acclaimed restaurants and bars including the award-winning Ipanema Restaurant and the New York Steakhouse. Chef Stephen will also oversee the hotel’s culinary operations for the expansive banquet and outdoor catering facilities.
Dudley brings more than 20 years of industry experience to his new role, and was most recently executive assistant manager in charge of operations at Mövenpick Hotel Ibn Battuta Gate.
Assuming the position with over 25 years of experience, Kraus, originally from Switzerland, has worked across four continents and is fluent in three languages.
The Minor Group has appointed Thomas Fehlbier as general manager of Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara in Qatar, which opened its doors in January.
Lana comes from Jordan, where she obtained her degree in Information Technology. Her experience spans the InterContinental Hotels Group and Rotana Group. She joined Rotana in January 2012 as a Director of Marketing and Communications at Oryx Rotana Doha and recently has been appointed Cluster Director of Marketing & Communications at City Centre Rotana and Oryx Rotana Doha. With her new role, she will be working hand in hand with the Corporate Office team and Mr. Joseph Coubat, Area Vice President in Lebanon, Bahrain, Kuwait & Qatar, on the opening of the 381 five star City Centre Rotana while continuing to manage the MarCom operation of Oryx Rotana.
Gabriele comes from Italy where he obtained his degree in Physical Education. With more than 20 years of experience in Hospitality, he started his career with Oryx Rotana as a Director of Sales in 2010 during the pre-opening & later was promoted to Cluster Director of Sales handling Oryx Rotana & Sedra Residences. His promotion has been announced as an Executive Assistant Manager effective 17th May 2015.