Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), the parent company of Taj Hotels, has announced it will open two new hotels under the storied brand in Bahrain.
IHCL will open a luxury hotel and boutique resort in the Kingdom of Bahrain, both under the Taj brand. With this, IHCL has become the first Indian hospitality company to establish a presence in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
We are pleased to announce two hotels in the island nation of Bahrain in line with our strategy of growing Taj’s presence in key gateway cities of the world. With a portfolio of seven hotels including four under development in the Middle East, these hotels will extend our presence in the MENA region.
We are delighted to partner with Kingdom Projects to introduce the iconic Taj with its world – class hospitality, elevating Bahrain’s tourism landscape.
Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, IHCL said.
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Nestled amid picturesque surroundings, the Taj resort in Hamala will feature 251 luxurious rooms, each thoughtfully designed to reflect the laid-back serenity of the island. The resort will offer luxury offerings, including an all-day dining restaurant, two specialty restaurants, alongside a swimming pool and exclusive beach club. Curated to create an atmosphere of relaxation and rejuvenation, the resort will additionally encompass wellness areas such as a gym and spa. The resort will have 1200 square meters of events spaces.
We are delighted to welcome the prestigious and world-renowned Taj brand, a first for Bahrain, which will work towards attracting tourists in greater numbers from across the region and around the globe, thereby enhancing the tourism sector’s contribution to GDP. In line with the Economic Vision 2030 driven by the Crown Prince, partnering with leading leisure and hospitality brands exemplifies Kingdom Projects’ vested commitment to contribute to the development and growth of the tourism sector and thereby, the diversification of the national economy.
Jalal Al Wazzan, Managing Director of Kingdom Projects W.L.L said.
The 200 room Taj hotel in Downtown Seef, Manama will be strategically located in the heart of Bahrain’s bustling capital. The hotel will have multiple dining venues, ranging from all-day dining and specialty restaurants, to an exclusive pool bar. Facilities will include a gym, spa and a swimming pool along with events spaces.
With the addition of these hotels, IHCL will have a presence of 7 hotels with 4 under development in the Middle East.
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