Doha, 8 March 2011: The home for pampering at W Doha, Bliss Spa is nominated for the coveted 2011 World Luxury Hotels Awards. Winner of three prestigious titles from MESPA, Bliss Spa at W Doha Hotel & Residences is one of the world's top spas to compete for such an award which recognizes exceptional service that sets the benchmark in the industry.

Founded in 1996 in New York, Bliss® ignited a modern spa revolution by combining a clever menu of super-effective services and a fun, 'no-attitude' atmosphere. With touches like rhythm and blues tunes, a brownie buffet and one of the most talented staff around the world, Bliss established itself as an award-winning, unique luxury destination.

Liliana Matic, Bliss Spa Director said: "We're extremely proud to be on this prominent global list of the world's top lifestyle hotspots.  We firmly believe that Bliss Spa at W Doha offers the perfect mix of great service, brilliant experts and amazing experiences. Our Spa is no stranger to accolades having swept three impressive titles last year at MESPA and turned into a highly distinguished destination. We hope all of our guests will vote for us soon as we're very eager to show them, once again, that Bliss Spa is here to exceed all expectations.

The World Luxury Hotel Awards are accepted as the pinnacle of achievement for Luxury Hotels worldwide. This Award was established as a celebration of ultimate achievement in hospitality. It is about congratulating hotels that have taken the extra step and as such differentiated themselves from "good hotels" to "exceptional hotels". The World Luxury Hotel Awards accounts for all categories in the Luxury Hotel industry. Award winners set the benchmark for luxury hotels in achieving recognition for their world-class facilities and service excellence.

The World Luxury Spa Awards gives recognition and thanks to the spa industry. Setting benchmarks in quality, innovation and service for spas around the globe. The Spa Awards sets the spotlight on international spas, attracting the attention of global spa-goers and industry experts.

The Spa Awards invite top luxury spas to participate with votes cast by Spa guests. The Spa Awards celebrate the spa industry with 10 spa categories including Luxury Hotel Spa where Bliss Spa will be competing, Luxury Cruise Ship Spa, Luxury Destination Spa, Luxury Medical/ Wellness Spa, Luxury Mineral Spring Spa, Luxury Resort Spa, Luxury Safari Spa, Luxury Day Spa, Luxury Emerging Spa and Luxury Spa Group.

Bliss Spa at W Hotel Doha was the recipient of multiple awards during the inaugural of the Middle East Spa Awards (MESPA) which was celebrated at the Dubai World Trade Centre in May 2010. In addition to bagging the coveted Best Spa Title, Bliss brought home the Best Spa Marketing and Best Spa Design awards. Bliss Spa was also on the Conde Nast 2009 Hot List.

Bliss Spa has also been recently recognized for its Spa Innovation by spAwards which carries a review of the "best-of-the-best" in the industry. The 'best of' awards are created to enable consumers to help navigate some of the hidden gems throughout the world as well as spotlight the best operators in the industry. Criteria for the awards included website creativity and presentation, ease of access to information on treatments and pricing, availability of online reservations, operation of gift cards and customer loyalty programs, innovative spa treatments, unique marketing programs as well as overall guest satisfaction.

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About W Doha Hotel & Residences:
W Doha is a leading-edge, contemporary lifestyle experience with a complete service offering, including 260 guest rooms including 43 suites, and 138 W branded Residences. To experience W's approach to B&F (Beverage and Food), W Doha features three stylish bars for guests to mix and mingle including the signature W Living Room experience; Wahm, a modern poolside lounge, and Crystal Lounge, a sleek, fashionable spot where guests can sip cool cocktails and groove to the latest world beats. In addition, W Doha boasts three signature restaurants, including modern cuisine at Spice Market and Market by Jean-Georges, both concepts created by three stars Michelin Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. W Doha offers the signature Bliss® Spa, New York's hottest spa to unwind, Alexandre Zouari hair salon from Paris to bring the signature Parisian flair and glamour in Doha and Teuscher Chocolates of Switzerland from Zurich, all introduced in the Middle East for the first time W Doha is conveniently located in the West Bay of Doha on the Qatar peninsula, providing easy access to Doha's world-class shopping destinations, pristine beaches and water sports facilities, first-class greens of Doha Golf Club, and scenic Corniche waterfront district. www.whotels.com/doha.

For more information, please contact:
Hala Kassab
ASDA'A Burson-Marsteller, Qatar
T: +974 4 4351 113
F: +974 4 4351 511
E-mail : h.kassab@asdaa.com

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