Leading global hospitality company Hilton Worldwide yesterday announced the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Doha - Old Town in the rapidly expanding business district of Qatar’s capital.
DoubleTree by Hilton Doha - Old Town is the seventh DoubleTree-branded hotel in the Middle East and the second Hilton Worldwide property in Qatar, joining Hilton Doha.
“As one of the world’s key commercial capitals, Doha is a critical market for our growing footprint in the Middle East, and we are thrilled to bring the DoubleTree by Hilton brand to Qatar,” said John Greenleaf, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton.
“The hotel features 187 guest rooms and suites - each of which boasts of floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic city views, and flexible meeting and events facilities, including a boardroom, ballroom and three meeting rooms, and inviting dining and lounge venues. Additionally, the hotel offers business and fitness centres, a sauna, steam room and a rooftop pool,” a statement noted.
The hotel has an open-air lounge, Pure, and guests can also enjoy an open-kitchen à la carte experience at the hotel’s “fresh and urban restaurant”, Open, the statement adds.
Commenting on the opening of the hotel, Rudi Jagersbacher, president (MEA) for Hilton Worldwide, said: “We are delighted to be opening this truly outstanding DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Doha. We have a strong pipeline in Qatar and are optimistic about the growth of the market and expansion of our portfolio of world-class brands into the country.”
The hotel is located on Al Meena Street, Doha, in close proximity to key business and government administration offices as well as the Corniche and Museum of Islamic Art.
Chris Muth, general manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Doha - Old Town, noted: “The contemporary hotel offers guests a warm welcome, modern comforts and a superb location, ensuring it is the number one choice for travellers to Doha.”
DoubleTree by Hilton Doha - Old Town participates in the Hilton Honors loyalty programme, which is open to all guests and free to join.