Rotana to strengthen its position in Bahrain with the signing
of the management agreement for the 5 star luxurious
ART Rotana, Amwaj Islands
Abu Dhabi, June 2014 – Rotana, the leading hotel management company in the region with a portfolio of properties across the Middle East, Africa, South Asia and Eastern Europe, announced the signing of the new agreement with Ossis Property Developers to manage a 311 room luxury property in Bahrain.
Located on the Amwaj Islands, a group of man-made islands in the Arabian Gulf, ART Rotana is at the northeast of Bahrain, near the coast of Muharraq Island, and a few minutes drive from Bahrain International Airport.
Commenting on this announcement, Mr. Omer Kaddouri, President & CEO of Rotana said: “We are very proud to have been chosen to manage this new jewel, which will no doubt be a leading property not only in Bahrain but in the region. ART Rotana is a 5 star luxury property, which has been developed with leisure, corporate guests and families in mind”.
The property’s stunning architecture distinguishes ART Rotana, which offers luxurious rooms and suites, including presidential and vice presidential suites, that are all sea facing and feature a modern design. The property also offers extensive banqueting and conference facilities including a spectacular ballroom and eight fully-equipped meeting rooms with the latest audio-visual equipment, making it a sure favourite with discerning MICE organizers, for weddings, social events and much more.
Eight world-class food and beverage venues, each with its own unique ambience, service and cuisine will welcome guests with the incomparable Rotana hospitality and style. These include an all-day dining restaurant, a steakhouse, a beach restaurant, a bar, an Italian restaurant, a lobby lounge and a patisserie.
Mr. Saud Abdulaziz Kanoo Chairman of Ossis Property Developers BSC in Bahrain said: “Rotana is our partner of choice to help realize our aspirations for the hospitality landscape in Bahrain. With their experience in hotel management, we are confident of achieving our project goals that will serve the tourism and hospitality sectors even further in Bahrain and to assist in developing Amwaj Islands as a destination of choice”.
“Every little detail of ART Rotana architecture and interior design have been taken care of and we have involved the best firms and consultants to fulfil our vision of creating a superb landmark on Amwaj Islands. The hotel will be a haven for families and individuals that appreciate art and the refined qualities of life”, continued Kanoo.
Nothing compares to the exclusivity the private beach and island for total relaxation. A state of the art Leisure & Wellness Club with 3 swimming pools, a kid’s waterpark and recreational facilities are available to complement the overall facilities and services of ART Rotana.
“A key appointment to the property includes Joe Batshoun, a well-respected veteran of the hospitality industry with more than 28 years of experience in the business, as General Manager. Joe is leading a team of hotel professionals who are working hard to ensure all areas of the opening are perfected and ready to open on time in Q4 of this year”, concluded Kaddouri.
About Rotana
Rotana currently manages a portfolio of over 85 properties throughout the Middle East, Africa, South Asia and Eastern Europe with an aggressive expansion plan in place. Rotana has chosen to acknowledge how precious time is by making all time spent in their range of hotels ‘Treasured Time’. This means Rotana has pledged to understand and meet the individual needs of all guests. In so doing, Rotana has evolved its product brands to include, Rotana Hotels & Resorts, Centro Hotels by Rotana, Rayhaan Hotels & Resorts by Rotana and Arjaan Hotel Apartments by Rotana. Treasured Time. The Rotana promise to you.
About Ossis Property Developers B.S.C.
Ossis B.S.C. (C), one of the leading property developers in the Kingdom of Bahrain, was established in 2001 with the mission of delivering exciting, high quality, affordable land and real estate products, to meet the needs and demands of the growing real estate market in the region. Their main business activities span from Master Planning and design to Land Development and Real Estate Development, where their flagship project is the renowned US1.5 billion Amwaj Islands, in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Amwaj Islands is a group of six man-made islands created to transform a vision into a reality – the very essence of modern, luxurious living in tranquil waterside surroundings. Residents and visitors have access to everything needed for a modern lifestyle including commercial districts, state- of- the- art leisure resorts and a smart city environment, all while still being able to watch the sunset and listen to the sound of waves lapping from almost anywhere on the islands. Amwaj Islands’ attractions boast a shopping mall, a school, a polyclinic, a 140+ berth marina, luxurious hotels, theme and water parks, a beach club, botanical gardens and a bird sanctuary. n Amwaj, where luxury is a daily experience, properties can be purchased freehold by Bahraini nationals and expatriates alike, under Bahrain’s real estate laws.
About Amwaj Islands
Amwaj Islands is a group of six man-made islands created to transform a vision into a reality – the very essence of modern, luxurious living in tranquil waterside surroundings. Residents and visitors have access to everything needed for a modern lifestyle including commercial districts, state- of- the- art leisure resorts and a smart city environment, all while still being able to watch the sunset and listen to the sound of waves lapping from almost anywhere on the islands. Amwaj Islands’ attractions boast a shopping mall, a school, a polyclinic, a 140+ berth marina, luxurious hotels, theme and water parks, a beach club, botanical gardens and a bird sanctuary. Amwaj, where luxury is a daily experience, properties can be purchased freehold by Bahraini nationals and expatriates alike, under Bahrain’s real estate laws.
For more information, please contact:
Amal Harb
Corporate Vice President – Marketing
Rotana Hotel Management Corporation PJSC
P.O. Box 95100 Abu Dhabi U.A.E
T: +971 (0) 2 699 4444
T (direct): +971 (0) 2 699 4450
amal.harb@rotana.com
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