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Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide has announced the reopening of Sheraton Doha Resort & Convention Hotel after extensive renovations over the past nine months. |
The hotel celebrated its reopening last Thursday, on the occasion of Qatar National Day.
An iconic landmark in Doha for more than 30 years, the hotel emerges from a complete restoration featuring extraordinary 1980s architecture and design, unique to the region, while the operational and technology systems have been upgraded to address the needs of today’s business and leisure travellers.
Sheikh Nawaf bin Jassim bin Jabor al-Thani, chairman of Katara Hospitality, said “Sheraton Doha was envisioned as a place the Qatari people could be proud of, a prestigious hotel that could host both international gatherings and occasions of celebration. Newly restored to its original grandeur, Sheraton Doha once again serves as a symbol of the growth and development that have made Doha what it is today.”
“Sheraton Doha is one of our first Sheraton hotels in the Middle East and has been a local icon since it opened in 1982. It is an honour for us to be part of the city’s development and history,” said Guido de Wilde, senior vice president, regional director, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Middle East.
Sheraton Doha offers 371 completed renovated and beautifully-appointed guest rooms and suites, all of which feature traditional Qatari design, comfortable work spaces, a balcony with spectacular sea or city views. Guests staying in one of the hotel’s 64 luxurious suites also enjoy complimentary airport pickups.
The new and luxurious Sheraton Club Lounge, offers exclusive access to guests staying in Club Rooms and above. Mixing business and comfort, guests can stay connected or simply relax with complimentary drinks and snacks. Free Internet and use of the business centre are also included.
The resort features a variety of leisure facilities, including a large Sheraton Fitness Centre with state-of-the-art cardio machines and weight training equipment, individual fitness studios and indoor and outdoor multi-purpose courts for tennis, squash, and badminton; a swimming pool; extensive landscaped gardens; and a pristine beach.
The resort is home to nine restaurants, bars and lounges, including Latino Steakhouse, La Veranda, Al Shaheen Lebanese Restaurant, and the city’s most-visited Irish pub, Irish Harp.
The hotel is a three-minute walk from the upcoming Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre, the city’s largest convention centre, which is connected via an underground tunnel to the newly redesigned Sheraton Park. It is 15-minutes drive from Hamad International Airport and situated close to a wealth of businesses, popular shopping centres and cultural sights.
“Sheraton Doha holds an extremely special place within our Sheraton portfolio as it is one of our most iconic hotels globally,” said Thomas van Opstal, complex general manager, Sheraton Doha. “ We are excited to unveil the renovated property and offer new experiences and services to our guests.”
To mark the reopening of Sheraton Doha, the local community members were invited to share their favourite photos and memories at the hotel on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. The call for photo submissions was part of a series of activities celebrating the icon on the Doha Corniche.
The special photo exhibition ‘Rediscover Sheraton Doha’ was unveiled on December 18 and includes 32 images to celebrate 32 years since the hotel first opened its doors. The images will be on display in the lobby until January 17, 2015.
