Doha’s Aiana Hotels & Resorts, a global hotel management company, has unveiled the design and architectural elements of the much-awaited ‘Aiana Suites and Residences’, a 180-key luxury property that will be located in the central business district of West Bay in the city.
Aiana Suites and Residences’ is slated to open in the last quarter of 2016.
The unveiling of the first images of Aiana Suites and Residences reveal what is set to be a niche hospitality destination in the heart of Doha.
Aiana Suites and Residences Doha have been designed by Lisbon-based, Portuguese interior design firm ‘PROMONTORIO’ and built to Aiana brand specifications with the intent to extend the Aiana lifestyle to a home environment. In gateway cities such as Doha, the Aiana-branded upscale residence will include access to Aiana hotel services such as laundry, housekeeping and concierge facilities as well as branded amenities.
Just like the hotel and resort experiences at an Aiana hotel, the residences in Doha will exude an authentic local vibe, intelligent design and intuitive service with a strong Indian service ethos.
Speaking at a media event in Doha that also marked Aiana’s first year anniversary, Sheikh Turki bin Faissal al-Thani, chairman, Al Sawari Holding; Amruda Nair, joint managing director and chief executive officer, Aiana Hotels & Resorts; and Mohamed Shafiek, managing director, Al Sawari Holding; also announced Aiana’s plans to open a 611 room hotel in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
Scheduled to open in Q3, 2016, Aiana Makkah will now be the first Aiana property to welcome guests.
“One year ago, we envisioned to create a global hospitality brand that will fulfil a gap in the market for experience-driven, lifestyle oriented accommodation and service offerings that are locally relevant and accessible”, Sheikh Turki said.
“With seven properties launched across the Indian sub-continent and the Middle East within a short span of less than a year, our vision is fast taking shape. I am confident that with the launch of our hotels in Makkah and Doha in 2016, guests from around the world will be delighted to experience our unique ‘Hospitality 2.0’ promise that is aimed at offering innovative service in a smart, stimulating environment”.
Amruda Nair said, “Today we celebrate a defining moment in the Aiana brand journey. The announcement of Aiana Makkah is a key milestone for the brand and it is an honor to bring the Aiana experience to the Holy City. We are looking forward to opening the first Aiana hotel in the Middle East in 2016.
“We are also delighted to unveil the first look of Aiana Suites and Residences, Doha and are confident that our unique product and service ethos will address the growing demand for value-added offering in the upper upscale hospitality segment.”
Aiana Hotels and Resorts’ first hotel in Saudi Arabia at Makkah will be strategically located near the ‘City Centre’, and with direct connectivity to the Masjid Al Haram, Aiana Makkah will offer clear views of the Haj ritual site (the Jamarat).
“Saudi Arabia is a key market for Aiana Hotels and Resorts and we are honoured to open our first property in the Holy City of Makkah. At Aiana, we are conscious of the deep religious sentiment that drives millions of devout pilgrims to the Holy City of Makkah every year and our key focus will be to offer a comfortable and seamless experience while being mindful of the austere nature of their travel”, Amruda Nair added.
Aiana Hotels & Resorts has now added seven properties to its fast-growing portfolio. Besides the Aiana Suites and Residences, Doha, and the recently-announced Aiana Makkah, Aiana has entered into an agreement with India’s Moonriver Resorts to open Aiana Munnar  in verdant Kerala.
Aiana Munnar will be a niche all-suite villa resort spread across 20 acres of lush greenery. Furthermore, Aiana has also signed an agreement with India’s Ferns Estates & Developers to manage and operate four new resorts in Karnataka.