Rotana to open “Centro Capital Doha” hotel in Doha before the end of April

Press release

Published April 10th, 2016 - 06:25 GMT

Centro Capital Doha

Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the Middle East, Africa, South Asia and Eastern Europe, announced that the preparations are underway in full swing for the opening of Centro Capital Doha in Bin Mahmoud district on Al Jazeera Street. Centro will be the group’s fourth hotel in town, featuring 229 stylish rooms and studios meeting the demands of a new generation of travellers, seeking finesse and functionality at reasonable rates.

In this occasion, Mr. Omer Kaddouri, President & CEO of Rotana said: “We are delighted to announce that the final Preparations are nearing completion for the opening of Centro Capital Doha which will mark the debut of the Centro brand in town, that is characterised by distinct accommodation in a contemporary environment designed primarily for business travellers who seek exclusive accommodation at affordable prices.”

“The demand for affordable accommodation that offers comfort, functionality and style has never been stronger in the region. In recent years, Rotana recognized the arrival of a new generation of travelers, guests that expect the elegance and finesse of a five star hotel but not its corresponding cost at the end of their stay. This is the category of guests that drove the conceptualization of the Centro brand,” added Mr. Kaddouri.

Young and fresh, the 229 room hotel will meet the demands of the new generation of travellers, seeking finesse and functionality at reasonable rates. Great care has been taken in optimising room configurations and styles which covers the design and functionality of each piece of furniture, innovatively styled bathrooms, the strategic placement of room lighting and controls including the latest technology and in-room entertainment options.

The hotel will also feature an elegant lobby designed to help travellers to complete their meetings in a great comfortable social atmosphere, supported by the high speed Internet. Centro also will provide unique residential spaces in a contemporary environment, to meet the needs of travellers and offer comfort to them.

Moreover, Centro Capital Doha will offer two fully- equipped meeting rooms, recreational facilities including a swimming pool, a state-of-the-art gym and three F&B outlets: c.taste – the all-day dining restaurant, c.mondo – the hotel bar and c.deli - Centro's innovative 24-hours take-away dining concept.

Background Information

Rotana Hotel Management Corporation

Rotana was founded in 1992, by a partnership between two visionary thinkers, Nasser Al Nowais and Selim El Zyr, who were joined three years later by Nael Hashweh and Imad Elias.

Operating as Rotana, it opened its first property in Abu Dhabi in 1993 and is today one of the leading hotel management companies within the Middle East and North Africa.

Rotana is a company offering the best of both worlds. A unique understanding of the culture and communities of the Middle East combined with the collective expertise of an executive team contributing over 35 years of international experience in the service industry.

Rotana aggressive expansion plans have seen the company grow from 2 properties in 1993 to a total of 70 by 2014. With several further properties planned for opening and new projects in the pipeline confirming the company's intention to have a Rotana managed property in all the major cities throughout the Middle East and North Africa within the next five years.