Melia Doha Opens

Meliá Hotels International continues its expansion into the Middle East, opening their first hotel in Qatar.

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. February 12, 2015

February 12, 2015 - Meliá Hotels International announces the opening of Meliá Doha, the first five-star Spanish hotel in Qatar. Located in the prestigious West Bay region of Doha, Meliá Doha is the perfect choice for both business and leisure travelers alike, with its contemporary design and array of premium restaurants and spa.

“We are ecstatic to enter the evolving Qatari market with the introduction of Meliá Doha, the country's first five-star Spanish hotel, located within the West Bay region,” commented Gabriel Escarrer, Vice Chairman and CEO of Meliá Hotels International. “The Middle East is a key growth market for Meliá Hotels International and we anticipate significant interest from both the business and leisure markets as the region continues to evolve and grow.”

With 280 rooms and 37 suites, ranging from the Executive Suite to the spectacular Royal Suite, Meliá Doha was designed to delight even the most discerning traveler. Its location, which is just 10 minutes from Hamad International Airport, offers guests easy access to Qatar's financial, shopping and diplomatic district and is also located close to the Corniche, a waterfront promenade.

For those looking for the ultimate luxury, Meliá Doha's Royal Suite, is one of the five most spacious suites in the West Bay of Doha. The Royal Suite is 4,693 square feet and is located on the 39th floor, the top floor of the skyscraper.

Meliá Doha will also offer some elegant and stylish additions to Doha's burgeoning culinary scene with the addition of three unique restaurants to satisfy all imaginable culinary tastes. Award-winning Signature by Sanjeev Kapoor will make its Qatari debut, offering Indian fine dining with a modern twist. Aceite Restaurant will reflect the hotel's Spanish roots, offering the finest traditional tapas whilst Nidaaya All Day Dining will offer international cuisine from around the world with live cooking stations. Plus, Meliá Doha will have RiQQa, a modern boutique and coffee shop; Noir, the hotel's cocktail bar, which will be a welcoming addition to Doha's growing nightlife scene; and Le Pool Club, a more casual option for snacks and drinks, located on the third floor.

Renowned for its exceptional customer service, the hotel will introduce Doha to Melia's signature service concept “The Level,” where guests are invited to enjoy complimentary open bar and food presentations, exclusive access to The Level Lounge, early check-in, late check-out and access to a conference room and private airport transfers.

Meliá Doha also features both a health club, equipped with a cutting-edge gym, and a temperature controlled pool, so that guests can relax and revitalize.

About Meliá Hotels & Resorts

Meliá Hotels & Resorts brand is Meliá Hotels International's city and resort hotel brand that combines a mixture of stunning yet functional facilities within preferred business and leisure destinations, such as Meliá Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia, Meliá Jardim Europa - Sao Paolo, Meliá Caribe Tropical - Dominican Republic, Meliá Barcelona - Spain, Melià Vendome - Paris, Melià Whitehouse - London and Meliá Zanzibar - Tanzania. The brand is designed to offer the five senses a fresh and innovative experience through igniting the Spanish tradition of excellence in hospitality. All hotels pay close attention to sensory design coupled with fresh and welcoming decor, balancing aesthetics and design functionality. Meliá Hotels & Resorts feature a VIP experience called “The Level” that offers a private lounge with open bar, exclusive room accommodations, special in-room amenities and the finest service. www.melia-hotels.com

About Meliá Hotels International

Founded in 1956 in Palma de Mallorca (Spain), Meliá Hotels International is one of the largest hotel companies worldwide as well as the absolute leader within the Spanish market, with more than 370 hotels (current portfolio and pipeline) throughout more than 40 countries and four continents under the brands: Gran Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, Paradisus Resorts, ME by Meliá, Innside by Meliá, Tryp by Wyndham and Sol Hotels. The strategic focus on international growth has allowed Meliá Hotels International to be the first Spanish hotel company with presence in key markets such as China, the Arabian Gulf and the U.S., as well as maintaining its leadership in traditional markets such as Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean. Its high degree of globalization, a diversified business model, a consistent growth plan supported by strategic alliances with major investors and its commitment to responsible tourism are the major strengths of Meliá Hotels International, being the Spanish Hotel leader in Corporate Reputation (Merco Ranking) and one of the most attractive to work worldwide.