January 2012 - The Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the
fastest growing hotel companies worldwide, and Al Jassim Group announce
Hotel Missoni Doha. The unique luxury lifestyle hotel will be
exclusively designed by Rosita Missoni and feature approximately 200
rooms and 70 serviced apartments. It is scheduled to welcome the first
guests in late 2015.
“Qatar benefits from very healthy economic conditions. Its people are
receptive towards a new kind of luxury and lifestyle – our Hotel
Missoni flagship will be a perfect addition to Doha’s rising market”,
said Kurt Ritter, President & CEO of Rezidor. Doha is the capital
of Qatar and home to strong gas, service, real estate and medical
industries. The city is also becoming an important corporate and
meetings destination in the Gulf, and will be a true sports-hot spot in
2022 when Qatar will be hosting the FIFA World Cup.
“Inspired by Qatar Nation Vision 2030, we actively seek out new
partnerships and aim to raise the bar at every opportunity. Hotel
Missoni Doha will add significant value to the existing urban aspect
and contribute to the commitment and vision of Qatar by greatly
supporting the transformation of Doha into one of the world’s leading
business, sport and cultural cities”, said Sheikh Khalid Bin Jassim Al
Thani, CEO of Al Jassim Group
Hotel Missoni will be built along the C Ring Road in the heart of Doha.
The proximity of the hotel, being just 10 minutes from the
International Airport and the West Bay area, lends itself as the
perfect location for a luxury lifestyle experience in Doha. In addition
to its central location, the hotel is well situated for all
entertainment and leisure activities offered in Doha and the
surrounding areas.
Besides approximately 200 rooms and suites, Hotel Missoni Doha will
offer around 70 serviced apartments with one, two or three bedrooms.
The extensive food and beverage outlets will comprise Hotel Missoni’s
signature restaurant “Cucina” with a traditional yet creative Italian
menu, a second all-day-dining restaurant, Bar Missoni, a pool bar and a
lobby lounge. The food and beverage offering will be further enhanced
by a number of distinguished fine dining restaurants providing a
variety of culinary tastes incorporating the luxurious and stylish
essence of the Hotel Missoni brand. Guests will benefit from an 800
square meter Spa- and fitness area, an outdoor swimming pool,
approximately 1,500 square meter conference- and banquet facilities
including ball room, and a business centre.
Hotel Missoni is a co-operation between the legendary Italian fashion
house Missoni and Rezidor. Each hotel is designed by Rosita Missoni –
she combines the vibrant Missoni colours and patterns with
international design classics and local touches. Hotel Missoni is a
fashionable destination for travellers seeking Italian chic, style and
authenticity combined with all luxury services and standards of a
contemporary international hotel. Hotels Missoni are operated in
Edinburgh/Scotland and in Kuwait City; further properties are under
development in Oman, Turkey, Brazil and Mauritius.
About The Rezidor Hotel Group
The Rezidor Hotel Group is one of the fastest growing hotel companies
in the world. The group features a portfolio of more than 415 hotels in
operation and under development with 90,000 rooms in over 60 countries.
Rezidor operates the brands Radisson Blu Hotels & Resorts and Park
Inn by Radisson in Europe, Middle East and Africa, along with the Club
Carlson loyalty programme for frequent hotel guests. Under a worldwide
licence agreement with the iconic Italian fashion house Missoni,
Rezidor also operates and develops the new lifestyle brand Hotel
Missoni.
In November 2006, Rezidor was listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange.
Carlson, a privately held, global hospitality and travel company, based
in Minneapolis (USA), is the majority shareholder.
The Corporate office of the Rezidor Hotel Group is based in Brussels,
Belgium.
About Al Jassim Group:
Al Jassim Group is a leading diversified business group with interests
in Real Estate, food & beverage and Fast Moving Consumers Goods
with drive, focus, commitment and anticipation of market trends to
bring state-of-the-art projects that add value to the economy in the
Qatari Market. The group has an in-depth knowledge of the region, its
culture and business environment which provides an extensive experience
in dealing with leading international brands.