Hilton London Metropole welcomes new Middle East sales head

 

Following increased demand from travellers in this region, Aoaud will be responsible for ensuring their unique needs and preferences are met.

 

Along with Aouad’s appointment, Hilton London Metropole is undertaking an impressive multimillion-pound refurbishment that will radically transform every guest’s stay. The renovation is due to be completed by summer 2021 and will see no element of the hotel left unchanged.

 

Aouad joins the team with over 19 years of exceptional commercial experience in the Middle East. His career started at The Ritz Carlton in Doha and has included senior roles working across a range of international properties, including Kempinski Mall of the Emirates, Radisson Hotels in UAE and Movenpick Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel in Dubai.

 

Hazen Aouad said: “Hilton London Metropole is the perfect place for Middle Eastern guests to stay when visiting London. Its amazing location, well connected to the airports and moments from Oxford Street, and its multimillion pound refurbishment make it the ideal base from which to enjoy the capital."

 

“I’m thrilled to be appointed as Middle East Sales Director. In this role, I will ensure the hotel is catering for the unique needs and preferences of guests from this region following increased demand from Middle Eastern travellers. We have elevated our complete offering and look forward to welcoming both our loyal and new guests back for a refreshed experience.”

 

Hilton London Metropole

 

The hotel has an unbeatable location in the heart of the city. It is situated moments from the capital’s most exciting destinations, including Oxford Street, Marble Arch and Hyde Park, and has impeccable transport links to London airports. It is a short walk from tube stops on the Circle, District, Hammersmith and City and Bakerloo lines and from Paddington station, so Heathrow Airport is just a 15-minute train journey and Gatwick can be reached in under 60 minutes.

 

The Refurbishment

 

The 1,096 guestrooms and suites have undergone a striking transformation, beautifully designed with a contemporary and bold aesthetic that reflects different London boroughs. The venue’s four restaurants and bars will be relaunched with exciting new drinking and dining concepts, including an all-day British brasserie, serving locally sourced ingredients, and a new suitably relaxed market-style dining outlet, that celebrates London’s street food scene. The refurbishment will also see the opening of a state-of-the-art 200-sq-m fitness studio.

 

The hotel has embraced the latest in technology to ensure a seamless stay, from upgraded wi-fi to the introduction of Digital Key, which allows Hilton Honors members to check in and choose their room using their smartphone via the Hilton Honors app.

 

The renovation celebrates the best of the capital, with the new design weaving the city’s storied history into the hotel. Guests will experience engaging touchpoints from London’s rich heritage, its vibrant art, culture, music and diverse food scene throughout.

 

The new, elevated aesthetic will take guests on an immersive experience through the capital. The architecture, design, restaurants and bars showcase purposeful acknowledgements to East, Central and West London’s heritage as the hotel tells the story of this ancient city with nods to iconic areas including Borough Market, Covent Garden and towns on the Thames.

 

Sustainability is at the heart of Hilton London Metropole and its refurbishment. From the team members’ uniforms, made from sustainable materials, such as recycled plastic, to the green kitchens serving locally grown produce, the hotel has collaborated with a wide range of businesses and manufacturers to create an ethical and environmentally conscious space.

 

Guests staying in the Suites or Executive Rooms will enjoy complimentary breakfast and access to the exclusive and contemporary Executive Lounge, which has a dedicated arrivals area and check in facilities. The lounge serves a carefully curated food and drink offering throughout the day alongside monthly tasting and live cooking experiences. When booking their future stays, guests can also feel confident that their health and wellbeing have been taken care of thanks to Hilton CleanStay, an industry-defining standard of cleanliness and disinfection delivered in Hilton properties worldwide. - TradeArabia News Service