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Hilton to open resort on Doha’s Pearl Island

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Hospitality News: Hilton LogoHilton Worldwide has signed a management agreement with First Qatar Real Estate Development Company to open the Hilton DohaThe Pearl Residences, Qatar in 2017.

The 41-storey, 445-room hotel will be located in Qatar?s capital Doha at the man-made island, Pearl-Qatar and is the second residences style property planned by Hilton Worldwide in Doha. The property will comprise a mix of serviced apartments from small studio units to expansive three-bedroom apartments, penthouses and townhouses.

Hilton Hotels & Resorts global head Rob Palleschi said: ?We?re tremendously excited to introduce our first property to the fashionable and popular Doha district of Pearl-Qatar island and welcome the opportunity to become part of its thriving community. We are confident this outstanding new landmark property will quickly become a favourite destination for residents and visitors.?

The hotel is to feature a range of amenities including three boardrooms, a business centre, a large health club and outdoor swimming pool. Dining options will include a lobby lounge, all day dining outlet, a speciality restaurant and a pool bar.

Rudi Jagersbacher, president of Hilton Worldwide, Middle East & Africa said: ?I am delighted to see the determined pace of progress we are making in such an important Middle East market. The addition of Hilton Doha The Pearl Residences, Qatar to our countrywide portfolio, including Hilton Doha which opened two years ago and quickly became a favourite regional destination, supports our strategy of bringing a range of world class brands to key destinations and this latest signing will perfectly complement our existing development pipeline for the city.?

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Source Hotelier Middle East, http://www.hoteliermiddleeast.com/19702-hilton-to-open-resort-on-dohas-pearl-island/#.UxlcSeeSwkc