Hotel Albergo, a gem to behold with Tony W. Gergess
Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood in east Beirut, a stone’s throw from downtown, the Hotel Albergo is a sanctuary of luxury and the only Relais & Châteaux property in the country. Old-world charm meets high-end service at this Beirut landmark, as Tony W. Gergess, the newly appointed general manager, explains.
Wyndham gains momentum across the Middle East
In the Middle East, Wyndham will open Wyndham Grand Doha West Bay Beach in Qatar, along with two more openings in the KSA this year.
Radisson Hotel Group to add 400 new signed hotels in 2022 in EMEA and Asia
Radisson Hotel Group’s Radisson Individuals, the group’s conversion brand, will welcome more than 13 new destinations in 2022.
Paramount Hotel Midtown premieres in Dubai
Paramount Hotel Midtown has opened its doors in Dubai with contemporary Hollywood-chic styles and impressive views.
Four Points by Sheraton Jeddah Corniche is welcoming guests
Four Points by Sheraton Jeddah Corniche features 301 rooms, a selection of restaurants, as well as a flexible meeting space.
Swiss-Belhotel International de-brands Swiss-Belhotel Doha
Laurent Voivenel said: “Qatar is an extremely important market for us and we will continue to serve our guests with the Swiss-Belinn Doha.”
Shangri-La Al Husn, Muscat, reopens its doors with a new spa
Following a period of lockdowns, Shangri-La Al Husn, Muscat, is back to unveil a world of bespoke experiences for luxury seekers.
The region in numbers
The Middle East consists of a diverse range of hotel markets that are stimulated by varied segments of the demand and investment sphere. Hala Matar Choufany, president of HVS Middle East, Africa and South Asia, gives us an in-depth look at where the region’s hotel industry stands and what’s likely to unfold in 2022.
Fairmont Dubai launches “Fairmont Escape” reality show
The series is hosted by Ahmed Ammar, the fashion expert, lifestyle creator and TV presenter, where he interviews celebrities and influencers.
3K hotel keys added to the KSA’s inventory in 2021, with 16,000 to come
According to JLL’s latest report, 900 keys were added in 2021 to KSA’s Riyadh, bringing the city’s hospitality stock to 20,000 keys.
