The prominent hotel in Saudi Arabia is the first hotel to open under the new 'Rayhaan Hotels & Resorts by Rotana' brand
Rotana, the leading hotel management company in the Middle East and North Africa, has officially opened the Al Marwa Rayhaan by Rotana, Makkah (Mecca), Saudi Arabia. The launch took place on Saturday 22 August 2009.
The new hotel is the first to open under the brand 'Rayhaan Hotels & Resorts by Rotana' - An Arabic name that refers to an aromatic plant mentioned in the sayings of prophet in the Holy Quran, Rayhaan reflects Rotana's respect for the culture and beliefs of its guests and its dedication to fostering a new Arabia in today's world.
Mr. Imad Elias, Vice President & COO of Rotana, commented "to our valued patrons, Rayhaan offers an uncompromising alternative that upholds the world-class standards synonymous with the Rotana name. An entirely new concept in the region and on the market, the alcohol-free option has an inherent appeal to guests in the Middle East".
The Al Marwa Rayhaan by Rotana, Makkah is situated on the right side of the Al Bayt Towers project, which faces King Abdul Aziz Gate and has an overview of the Holy Mosque and the Ka'aba. The new hotel is part of the Al Bayt Towers complex, one of the ongoing King Abdul Aziz Endowment (Waqf) projects in Saudi Arabia, which are aimed at developing the areas surrounding the Holy Mosque in Makkah. The project is comprised of seven towers which will be built on an area of 6.15 million square metres.
The Al Marwa Rayhaan by Rotana offers 400 luxurious rooms and suites, designed to be modern and stylish, while complementing the values of Arabian culture. There is a choice of three restaurants at the hotel offering breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets in addition to à la carte menu, as well as 24 hour in-room dining.
"We are proud to manage this unique property, our first to open in Saudi Arabia, under Rotana's new 'Rayhaan Hotels & Resorts by Rotana' brand," Mr. Elias, commented. "Our team is very excited about this unique opportunity to expand into Saudi Arabia. We are certain that we will be able to introduce new standards in the tourism sector in Makkah."
For more information and to book, go to rotana.com
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About Rotana
Rotana currently manages a portfolio of over 68 properties throughout the Middle East with an aggressive expansion plan. Rotana has chosen to acknowledge how precious time is by making all time spent in their range of hotels 'Treasured Time'. This means Rotana has pledged to understand and meet the individual needs of all guests. In so doing, Rotana has evolved its product brands to include, Rotana Hotels & Resorts, Centro Hotels by Rotana, Rayhaan Hotels & Resorts by Rotana and Arjaan Hotel Apartments by Rotana. Treasured Time. The Rotana promise to you.
Further information on any Rotana property, its brands or reservations can be obtained by visiting rotana.com or by contacting one of the regional sales offices.
For further information about this press release or any of Rotana's properties and brands, please contact:
Amal Harb
Associate Vice President
Marketing & Communications
Rotana Hotel Management Corporation LTD.
Tel:+971 2 699 44 44
Fax: +971 2 644 14 12
E-mail: amal.harb@rotana.com
Katia Yasmine
TRACCS Lebanon
Tel: 00 961 1 323077
Email: katia.yasmine@traccs.net
© Press Release 2009
