Eng. Abdullah bin Hamad Al Attiyah, Deputy Chairman of Katara Hospitality and Chief Executive Officer of Qatari Diar; Andrew Humphries, Acting Chief Executive Officer of Katara Hospitality; Cenk Unverdi, Regional General Manager for Rixos Hotels and leadership from Katara Hospitality and Rixos Hotels cut the ribbon to inauguarate the opening of the hotel.
Katara Hospitality in partnership with Accor and Rixos Hotels announced the opening of Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha yesterday. The hotel is a key milestone for everyone involved as it will be the first 5-star all-inclusive hotel in Qatar and reiterates the brand’s commitment to creating an elevated 360° experience for guests.
The opening took place yesterday in the presence of Eng. Abdullah bin Hamad Al Attiyah, Deputy Chairman of Katara Hospitality and Chief Executive Officer of Qatari Diar; Andrew Humphries, Acting Chief Executive Officer of Katara Hospitality; Cenk Unverdi, Regional General Manager for Rixos Hotels as well as the leadership from both Katara Hospitality and Rixos Hotels.
On this occasion Eng. Abdullah bin Hamad Al Attiyah, Deputy Chairman of Katara Hospitality said: “We are proud to witness the re-opening of the fully restored Gulf Hotel Doha in partnership with Rixos Hotels; 50-years ago, Gulf Hotel was the country’s first five-star hotel and helped lead the hospitality industry in Qatar. By adopting a pioneering approach from the start, the hotel has become distinguished in the development of the hospitality and tourism landscape.”
“The main purpose of the project restoration was to celebrate the heritage of the state of Qatar and to bring back the original iconic identity of the building. Rixos Brand is firmly rooted in the generous and authentic approach to hospitality as the origins and traditions of Turkish heritage, and we are happy to welcome the Turkish hospitality to Qatar with the opening of the first Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha.” He added.
Fettah Tamince, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Rixos said: “This iconic landmark is the ideal venue to introduce Rixos and its All-Inclusive concept to Qatar. Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha perfectly balances the striking contrast between the 1970’s architecture of one of Doha’s most recognised landmarks with all the style and functionality that is expected of a leading 21st-century luxury hotel.”
Since its opening in 1973 as the Gulf Hotel, the building itself has become a landmark in the city and this new venture reimagines the property with luxurious offerings under the All-Inclusive concept within the Rixos brand name. Established in 2000, this fast-growing Turkish hotel brand has redefined the meaning of All-Inclusive by creating individual and meaningful experiences through an unlimited selection of premium products and services across bucket-list worthy destinations offering a fresh perspective on the discerning travelers. From abundant flavors, sports activities, professional entertainment, kids’ activities and immersive spa experiences, guests at Rixos Gulf Doha Hotel will embark on a memorable journey to unlocking an All-Inclusive.
Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha will consist of two towers comprising of 378 luxurious rooms and suites.
The guest rooms blend comfort with the cutting-edge technology to satisfy every guest from corporate travelers to leisure guests. The hotel also recognizes that relaxation and rejuvenation are an essential part of any visitor’s stay, featuring the brand’s highly acclaimed and signature
Anjana Spa.
