Dubai, UAE, 30thApril 2012:
Munshaat Real Estate Projects Company and Accor announced the signing of Zamzam Pullman Makkah, formerly Zamzam Grand at the Arabian Travel Market.
Zamzam Pullman Makkah will undergo extensive renovation to truly portray the core characteristics and values of the Pullman brand. The renovation will start with the public areas and restaurants in May 2012 and continue with the full refurbishment of the 1,315 suites and rooms.
Hamad Al Atiqi, CEO Munshaat Real Estate Projects Company, said: "We are pleased to partner with Accor, one of the world's leading hotel operators and a market leader in hospitality. Accor shares our passion in creating a new upscale hotel in the holy city of Makkah, which integrates the best elements of the Kingdom's religious and historical heritage with innovative facilities. The Zammam Pullman will be the largest hotel in our portfolio of 2959 rooms in the holy cities"
The property is a distinctive landmark in Makkah, centrally located just a few steps away from Al Haram Al Makki facing King Abdulaziz gate. It offers guests refined elegance, modern facilities and an ambiance of spirituality. The prime location of the hotel is within walking distance of the holy Masjid al Haram. The Zamzam Pullman is part of Abraj Al Bait complex that shelters the lunar observation center, Makkah Islamic Heritage Museum and a wide range of lifestyle facilities.
The 948 rooms and 367 suites are fully equipped to provide world-class service and modern comfort. Most of the units enjoy a breath-taking view over Haram, Kaaba or the city of Makkah. Zamzam Pullman guests will enjoy Continental, Asian and authentic Arabic cuisines at Al Zahra and Al Yasmin restaurant. The Tea Garden offers an extensive portfolio of coffee, tea, light meals and pastries all day until midnight while 24-hour room service caters for special family meals upon request.
Christophe Landais, Managing Director, Accor Middle East, said: "We are pleased to partner with Munshaat, one of the leading hotel developers in the region and are delighted to introduce our upscale Pullman brand in Makkah. With such a prestigious new address in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia we welcome pilgrims from all over the world to experience the spiritual atmosphere close to the Haram. This hotel represents an important step for the brand in the Middle East and is the latest addition to Accor's current network of our Pullman properties in the region."
In the Middle East, the Pullman network is successfully growing and currently operates four properties with 1,164 rooms in Jeddah and Dubai. Two more Pullman properties are in the pipeline in Doha and Dubai.
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About Accor ME
Accor ME is one of the fastest growing hospitality groups in the Middle East. Currently, the Group's regional portfolio includes a total of 57 operational hotels representing 13,672 rooms in ten countries. Among the existing global brands ranging from Sofitel, Novotel, Mercure and ibis, new brands such as Pullman and Adagio are emerging as strong players in the region.
With over 25 years of regional experience, Accor ME is the first to establish a training academy. Dubbed as Tamheed - Accor Academie Middle East, the training facility is dedicated to educate and prepare staff at all levels and ensure optimal career development.
About Accor
Accor, the world's leading hotel operator and market leader in Europe, is present in 92 countries with more than 4,400 hotels and 530,000 rooms. Accor's broad portfolio of hotel brands - Sofitel, Pullman, MGallery, Novotel, Suite Novotel, Mercure, Adagio, ibis, all seasons/ibis Styles, Etap Hotel/Formule 1/ibis budget, hotelF1 and Motel 6 - provide an extensive offer from luxury to budget. With more than 180,000 employees* in Accor brand hotels worldwide, the Group offers to its clients and partners nearly 45 years of know-how and expertise.
*Including 145,000 in owned, leased and managed hotels
About Pullman
Pullman is the upscale international hotel brand of Accor, the world's leading hotel operator, present in 90 countries with over 4,200 hotels and 145,000 employees. Located in the main regional and international cities, Pullman Hotels & Resorts is principally designed to cater for the requirements of cosmopolitan, seasoned travelers. The brand's four and five-star establishments provide an extensive range of tailored services, access to groundbreaking technologies, including a new approach to organizing large-scale private events: meetings, seminars and upscale incentive events. At Pullman hotels, customers can choose between being independent or be given a helping hand by staff available around the clock. The Pullman network has over 60 hotels in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Our objective is to have 150 hotels around the world by 2015-2020.
Further information concerning Pullman hotels is available on www.pullmanhotels.com.
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