Hilton Worldwide aims to expand presence in Qatar

Hilton Worldwide Wednesday announced expansion plans in Qatar with the signing of a management agreement with First Qatar Real Estate Development Company to open Hilton Doha The Pearl Residences, Qatar.
The new 445-room hotel will be located in Qatar’s capital Doha at the upscale and exclusive manmade island, Pearl-Qatar. Pearl-Qatar is regarded as one of the most prestigious areas of the city and Hilton Doha The Pearl Residences, Qatar will be ideally positioned at the entrance directly on the main pearl Expressway and surrounded by upscale and stylish cafes, shops and restaurants. The hotel is expected to open early 2017.
Rob Palleschi, global head, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, said: “We’re tremendously excited to introduce our first property to the fashionable and popular Doha district of Pearl-Qatar island and welcome the opportunity to become part of its thriving community. We are confident this outstanding new landmark property will quickly become a favorite destination for residents and visitors.”
The 41-story Hilton Doha The Pearl Residences, Qatar is the second residences style property planned by Hilton Worldwide for the capital and will comprise a wide mix of quality serviced apartments from small studio units to expansive three-bedroom apartments, penthouses and townhouses. Designed to attract the leisure and business traveler, the hotel will feature a comprehensive range of amenities, including three boardrooms, a business center, a large health club and outdoor swimming pool. Dining options will include a lobby lounge, all day dining outlet, a specialty restaurant and a pool bar.
Rudi Jagersbacher, president, Hilton Worldwide, MEA, said: “I am delighted to see the determined pace of progress we are making in such an important Middle East market.”
Fahad K. Al-Ghunaim, chairman & CEO, First Qatar Real Estate Development Company, said: “Our alliance with Hilton Worldwide combines the property development expertise of First Qatar Real Estate Development Company with the famous quality and service standards from one of the industry’s best known, global hospitality companies.”