Opens in Doha, Qatar First Quarter 2008
The ideal combination of a hotel and serviced apartments in the centre of Doha

Qatar National Hotels Company, Qatar - October 2006: Qatar National Hotels Company (QNH) launches Merweb Hotel City Centre, due to open in Doha during First Quarter 2008.

Following the successful operation of the Merweb Hotel Al Sadd, a second Merweb Hotel will be added to Qatar National Hotels Company portfolio.

QNH is proud to announce that it will be extending its relationship with the Al Faisal Holding and a management contract has been signed recently to operate the new Merweb Hotel City Centre. “We are delighted to have Qatar National Hotels Company manage the Merweb Hotel City Centre, which is the perfect choice for business or leisure travelers requiring either a hotel or serviced apartment style accommodation,” said Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani, Chairman of Al Faisal Holding.

“The signing of this second management agreement with our close partners the Al Faisal Holding, represents a significant step in our expansion plans across Qatar. We will be announcing further projects in the near future that further illustrate the contribution Qatar National Hotels Company is making to the expansion and  development of the hospitality industry in Qatar," said Sheikh Nawaf Bin Jassim Bin Jabor Al-Thani.

The Merweb Hotel City Centre is ideally located in the prestigious area of West Bay, only 15 minutes from Doha International Airport. The Merweb Hotel City Centre is comprised of 250 rooms and suites, furnished in an exciting modern design, in addition to 97 fully furnished one, two, and three bedroom apartments. All accommodation offers the very latest amenities.

First-class service and excellent cuisine come together at the Merweb Hotel City Centre's food & beverage outlets. The main dining restaurant will accommodate 150 persons, the Moroccan Lounge & Restaurant for up to 102 persons rounded off by a Themed Bar Lounge and Lobby Deli Café. An area is set aside for banquets and meetings as well as serviced offices with state-of-the-art equipment. Other facilities include an outdoor and indoor pool, children’s indoor and outdoor play areas, health club and fitness centre.

In addition, the Merweb Hotel City Centre offers an office floor, a first for a Doha hotel. This floor consists of 20 offices that will be rented on daily, weekly and monthly basis. The floor is supported by its own reception and a fully equipped business centre.

QNH has an enviable reputation for the company’s expertise and know-how provided by highly trained, professional management and staff – an expertise gained over many years, developed by experts, refined by application, and streamlined for adaptability.

Merweb Hotels aim to offer modern facilities and service while introducing its guests, with pride, to the Qatari culture and heritage. Merweb has taken its name from one of Qatar’s earliest and most famous forts.

Qatar National Hotels Company (QNH) is currently developing the Merweb brand in Qatar with further plans to expand the brand across the Gulf region.

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Qatar National Hotels Company (QNH) is a Qatari company established and entirely owned by the Government of the State of Qatar. The Company’s activities are to establish, own, and manage hotels and tourist related projects. The Company provides accommodation, restaurants, conference facilities, catering & banqueting facilities through its hotels, recreational and sporting outlets.

QNH’s strength in the Qatar hotels and tourist sector is illustrated in particular by its possession of more than 50 per cent of the higher-quality hotel rooms in the country, such as: Sharq Village & Spa, The Sheraton Doha Resort & Convention Hotel, The Ritz-Carlton Doha, Doha Marriott Gulf Hotel, Mِvenpick Hotel Doha, Al Sadd Merweb Hotel and its ownership of the majority of Qatar’s high-profile leisure facilities such as: the Sealine Beach Resort and the Doha Club.

Qatar National Hotels Company combines a number of abilities and skills in the provision of specialised hotel services throughout the country. The company has always aimed to offer its clients both value for money and the highest possible quality of service. This has been achieved over the past years and is borne out by the company’s notable growth.

The company’s expertise and know-how is provided by the highly trained, professional management and staff – an expertise gained over many years, developed by experts, refined by application and streamlined for adaptability.