Doha - In a splendid ceremony at Katara Cultural Village in Doha, Raffles Makkah Palace was crowned yet again as the World's Leading Luxury All Suite Hotel by the World Travel Awards, the travel industry's version of the Oscars. Votes were cast online by over ( 213,000 travel) professionals around the world, from over 160 participating countries, who distinguished Raffles Makkah Palace above all others in the World.
"It's an outstanding achievement for our hotel Raffles Makkah Palace to be named the World's Leading Luxury All Suite Hotel" said Mohammed Arkobi, Vice President and Managing Director for Fairmont Raffles Hotels International - Makkah. "We are very keen to be the standard-bearer for hotels in the World, and this well-deserved award symbolizes the superiority we provide through our impeccable services." Arkobi added.
Arkobi added: "The win is momentous as this is the second award for Raffles Makkah Palace, Further within a span of eight months; bagging two prestigious awards reflects its dedication to unsullied service. Travel industry professionals around the world have voted, carrying global recognition of our well-deserved reputation as the top generosity all suite property in the World."
Raffles Makkah Palace, Magnificently crafted just steps away from Al Masjid Al Haraam is a restful and private sanctuary, elegantly designed generating a world-class renowned name in Elite Hospitality with 214 suites that offer breathtaking views of the Holy mosque, and are carefully planned in an Islamic architectural style with exceptional amenities.
The premium services at Raffles Makkah Palace are tailored to make the stay for guests in the Islamic holy land of Makkah a divine harmony. The attention to detail in the extravagantly, well-appointed Spacious suites, in this exceptional hotel is a feature for those who demand excellence.
Marching the taste of elegance and culinary sensations, Raffles Makkah Palace provides unique round-the-clock butler service for every suite where personal butlers exemplify "heartfelt service. For business needs, a fully equipped business center features a gracious reception hall and a library containing more than 2000 Islamic books, in addition to five private meeting rooms and secretarial services. The hotel is vigilantly embellished with gilded facilities, offering a residential feel amid enchanting private spaces.
Residents of Palace will be tempted to enjoy the exciting dining experiences offered, "Al Qaser" for Eastern, western and international favorites. The "Narjes" Tea Lounge presents its patrons with gourmet teas, coffees and freshly baked produce while Al "Majlis" takes its guests on a culinary tour of Italian and Mediterranean specialties. For lovers of sweets, The Creamery is a must with its custom-made Teppanyaki Ice cream served indoors or outside on the Terrace, overlooking the Grand Mosque.
The World Travel Awards was launched in 1993 to acknowledge and recognize excellence in the global travel and tourism industry and is regarded as the highest achievement a travel product could ever hope to receive. It has been described by Wall Street Journal as the "OSCARs" of the travel and tourism industry.
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Further information:
Ahmad Ghazi,
Telephone: +966546011111
email: ahmed.ghazi@fairmont.com
Diab F. Nassar
Telephone: +545526466
email dnassar@golinharris.com
Raffles Hotels & Resorts:
Raffles Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, luxury international hotel company with a history dating back to 1887 with the opening of Raffles Hotel, Singapore. The portfolio currently comprises nine luxurious properties, from secluded resorts to chic hotels in key locations around the world: in Singapore, Cambodia, China, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles and Paris, each one is an oasis of calm and charm. The company is embarking on a new phase of expansion, with openings in Istanbul, the Maldives, Indonesia, the Philippines and China scheduled over the next two years. With a compelling mix of cultures and styles, every hotel in the Raffles family has its own individual personality, with its own story to tell and its own sense of place. However, each one is proud to draw on the timeless essence of Raffles - to deliver thoughtful, personal and discreet service to well-travelled guests.
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