First Mysk by Shaza signed in the KSA

First Mysk by Shaza signed in the KSA

Mysk Jeddah is the brand’s seventh property, the first being the award-winning Mysk by Shaza Al Mouj in Muscat. Three new properties are upcoming.

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HN exclusive: Mandarin Oriental to strengthen its foothold in the MENA region

HN exclusive: Mandarin Oriental to strengthen its foothold in the MENA region

Following the opening of Mandarin Oriental, Doha and Mandarin Oriental Jumeira in Dubai, HN had an exclusive conversation with Christoph Mares, COO of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group to discuss the chain’s upcoming plans for the region.  He explained that Mandarin Oriental, Doha in Qatarl blends chic and contemporary design with touches...

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Two Kempinski leaders step down from their positions

Two Kempinski leaders step down from their positions

Since Semer joined the company 16 years ago, the portfolio grew from 23 hotels to 78 hotels under operation and 21 under development today.

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Emaar appoints General Manager of two Address Hotels + Resorts

Emaar appoints General Manager of two Address Hotels + Resorts

In his new role, he will responsible for the operations and management of the two properties and for setting strategic plans to boost operations.

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A new logo for Sheraton reflects its vision about the future

A new logo for Sheraton reflects its vision about the future

In the region, the Sheraton Jeddah Hotel and Sheraton Grand Hotel, Dubai are the first to adopt the new logo in the region.

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Accor’s MGallery marks the brand’s debut in Qatar with Alwadi Hotel Doha

Accor’s MGallery marks the brand’s debut in Qatar with Alwadi Hotel Doha

Alwadi Hotel Doha Mgallery By Accorhotels, the brand new five-star boutique hotel was inaugurated yesterday.

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Mark Kirby is the area general manager of four premium luxury hotels under Address Hotels + Resorts

Mark Kirby is the area general manager of four premium luxury hotels under Address Hotels + Resorts

Previously, Kirby was the general manager of Armani Hotel Dubai for the last four years and was responsible for directing the commercial strategy and the all-round operations of the hotel, ensuring that it sustains and builds on its reputation as one of the world’s most admired properties.

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9 new Rotana properties to open in the region by 2020

9 new Rotana properties to open in the region by 2020

Between this year and 2020, Rotana will open nine new properties to bring its strong inventory of operational keys to 21,135.

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Airbnb to acquire HotelTonight reimagining travel by building an end-to-end travel platform

Airbnb to acquire HotelTonight reimagining travel by building an end-to-end travel platform

The HotelTonight team has developed deep relationships with boutique hotels and expertise in seamless, last-minute booking.

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Premier Inn’s seventh hotel in the UAE was officially inaugurated

Premier Inn’s seventh hotel in the UAE was officially inaugurated

Premier Inn has been a part of the UAE’s growing hotel industry for 10 years, having opened its first hotel in Dubai Investments Park in 2009.

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