Rotana appoints new cluster GM in Erbil, Iraq

Rotana has appointed Ramy Haykal as cluster general manager of Erbil Rotana and Erbil Arjaan by Rotana in Iraq.

Haykal began his career with InterContinental Hotels Group in 1996 as the finance director for Middle East and Africa. In his previous role as general manager of Crowne Plaza Beirut, he played a role in driving the business and leading the operations. Prior to that, he was the cluster general manager for Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Downtown in Abu Dhabi.

The Lebanese national has over twenty years of experience in the international hotel industry including Kuwait, Abu Dhabi and Beirut. Commenting on his new appointment, Haykal said: “I am delighted to be part of Rotana Family and to take on this role. As a passionate hotelier, I am committed to providing genuine hospitality at a world-class level, and aim to inspire the team to deliver an unforgettable experience to all of our guests.”

As the new general manager of Erbil Rotana and Erbil Arjaan by Rotana, he will be the key leader overseeing the two hotels operation consisting of 369 rooms and suites, a Club Rotana floor for executive business travellers, seven food and beverage outlets, a health club and spa in addition to 14 fully equipped meetings & events venues.