Mandarin Oriental to debut in Saudi Arabia next year

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Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has signed a management agreement with Al Khozama Company to handle operations of the Al Faisaliah Hotel in Riyadh. Once rebranded and renovated, it will be the group’s first hotel in the Kingdom.

The group will take over management in Q1 2021 but will not reflag to Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, Riyadh until the end of that year when refurbishments to guest rooms and public areas are complete.

“The Al Faisaliah Hotel has been a leading light in Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector since opening its doors 20 years ago. We are pleased to be partnering with Mandarin Oriental to further develop the hotel and to create the most luxurious and sophisticated property in the region,” said Khalid Abuhaimed, CEO of Al Khozama.

“We are delighted to further strengthen Mandarin Oriental’s presence in the Middle East by introducing the brand to Saudi Arabia and bringing the Group’s legendary service to Riyadh,” said James Riley, group chief executive of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. “We look forward to collaborating with the Al Khozama Company in transforming the hotel into the city’s most exclusive luxury property,” he added.

The hotel features 321 keys, with the new interiors being done by New York’s Adam Tihany Design. Once finished, the hotel will have ‘refreshed’ restaurants, lounge and bars, including a top floor venue giving views of the capital.

Mandarin Oriental has a compact presence in the Middle East, with the Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah Dubai and Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi. Both of which only came into the MO portfolio last year.

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Mandarin Oriental, Doha Debuts Luxury Serviced Apartments

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Mandarin Oriental, Doha introduces the ideal solution for extended stays in Qatar: stylishly-appointed Serviced Apartments. Located within the hotel, the Serviced Apartments offer the comforts of home in a residential ambiance, whilst providing access to all hotel amenities and complemented by Mandarin Oriental's intuitive and personalized service. Located in trendy Msheireb Downtown Doha, discover a variety of innovative dining experiences and eclectic cafés, pedestrian friendly streets, and a convenient internal tram network, all just steps from the hotel.

Apartments range from one to four-bedrooms and are ideal for executives or families looking to experience a chic urban environment in Doha's most exciting new neighbourhood. Selected apartments feature a luxurious duplex layout and distinctive features such as an expansive terrace or study.

These bright and spacious apartments include a fully equipped kitchen complete with Gaggenau appliances, washing machine and dishwasher, built-in wardrobe, guest powder room, and bathroom fitted with dual basins, rain shower and stand-alone bath.

Residents of the Serviced Apartments enjoy full use of the hotel's facilities, including the Fitness and Wellness Centre. Guests staying a month or more will receive a host of exclusive benefits including privileged prices at the hotel's restaurants and laundry service, daily housekeeping and a dedicated parking space.

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