Shaza Hotels signs first hotel in Doha

Shaza Hotels announced its expansion across the region at this year’s Arabian Travel Market with the opening of its first hotel in Doha, Qatar.

The 180-room and suite hotel is expected to open by spring 2016.

It will have three dining venues, the signature Shaza Hammam and Spa, a kids’ club, and the country’s first art gallery to be integrated into the lobby.

Shaza Doha will also boast an exclusive business club for leaders of society which will comprise a restaurant that plays host to worldwide celebrity chefs.

“We are very excited to announce the signing of Shaza Doha. Doha is keen to develop and showcase the region’s arts and heritage. This complements Shaza’s vision, to recognise and embrace the values and cultures of this region. We are a natural fit for this project and look forward to being a part of this aspiring city,” said Simon Coombs, president and CEO of Shaza Hotels during the signing of project.

Shaza Doha will complement Shaza Hotels’ existing portfolio of nine hotel projects in operation or under development, these include Shaza Al Madina (KSA) and Hotel Bristol Sarajevo, Shaza Cairo Nile, Shaza Doha, Shaza Fez, Shaza Al Rawdatain Karbala Residences, Shaza Marrakech, Shaza Salalah and Shaza Sarajevo.

Shaza aims to increase its portfolio across the region with projects in Amman, Dubai, Istanbul, Jeddah, Muscat and Riyadh, among others.

“Our vision is to create a unique brand for the region that celebrates its diverse cultures, whilst still delivering international standards of luxury. We continue to selectively engage with owners and developers who share this vision, and who desire to create innovative hotels that express the local culture with a lasting personality,” added Coombs.