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Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H)
today announced the opening of Andaz Doha, marking the debut of the lifestyle
brand in Qatar and the fourth Hyatt brand in the city.
Located
in the prestigious West Bay, less than a 20-minute drive from Hamad
International Airport, Andaz Doha offers a window to explore the city’s wonders
and cultural attractions including City Center Doha Mall, the Doha Exhibition
& Convention Center (DECC), Souq Waqif, Katara Cultural Centre and more.
The
hotel features 256 guestrooms, which includes 32 suites and 4 Royal suites, as
well as 56 residences for guests seeking long-term stays, varying from one to
three bedrooms. The property will have three distinctive dining concepts – The
Salt Road Doha, which is now officially open, as well as Mr. & Mrs. Hawker
and Mumble Jungle, which are set to open in the coming months.
Stephen
Ansell, Managing Director, Middle East and Africa, Hyatt, commented, “We are
delighted by the debut of one of our lifestyle brands in Qatar with the opening
of Andaz Doha. The property marks an exciting milestone for Hyatt’s growing
brand portfolio as it represents the third Andaz branded property in the Middle
East.”
“We
are thrilled to debut the Andaz brand in Doha in one of the country’s most
sought-after destinations”, said Jafar Abu Baji, General Manager at Andaz Doha.
“Through collaborations with local artists, Andaz Doha pays homage to the
country’s rich culture, and we look forward to welcoming guests to a new level
of luxury lifestyle hospitality in the city.”
Concept
and Design
Andaz
Doha is an elegant representation of Qatari culture, celebrating the city’s
authenticity through unique luxury touchpoints. A sophisticated color palette
of gold, rose gold and bronze throughout represents the region’s wealth and
incredible contributions to art while the luscious maroon color honors the
Qatari flag.
Designed
by Brime Robbins, Andaz Doha offers awe-inspiring ‘Airlock’ entrance; an
immersive space featuring a sea of kaleidoscopic lights referencing the
multi-faceted landscape of Doha. The canopy takes center stage in the hotel’s
elegant lobby, alluding to Qatar's traditional craft of Sadu weaving design.
Guests will also encounter a replica of a traditional "Katara pigeon
tower", paying tribute to Qatar's historic use of messenger birds. Ornate
wooden doorways with custom handles shaped like Arab walking sticks are a
nod to the region's Bedouin past, while custom water-inspired carpets weaving
through the corridors are inspired by Doha's stunning coastline. The journey of
discovery continues throughout the hotel with details found in every corner
including geometric mosaic tiles, traditional woven textiles, calligraphy work,
and disruptive art.
Guestrooms
and Suites
The
hotel’s 312 rooms, suites and residences have been designed with modern
interpretations of Qatari traditions and heritage. Spread across 26 floors,
Andaz Doha guest rooms provides a luxurious and comfortable setting to enjoy
the city’s vibrant attractions. Sea or city views are available, with spacious
19 square meter bathrooms including a separate bath and shower. All rooms
include a mini bar as well as eco-friendly amenities. Guests will encounter
patterned cushions designed with the Qatari weaving technique, ‘Al Sadu’,
iridescent orbs, locally sourced stone and kaleidoscopic shapes.
Residences
Andaz
Doha features 56 spacious residences including 34 one-bedroom residences, 12
two-bedroom residences and 10 three-bedroom residences; offering all the
comforts of home in a stylish and luxurious space. Designed in tasteful hues of
cream, amber and gold range in size from 100 square meters to 300 square meters
and feature walk-in wardrobe spaces. The elegant residences are complete with
dedicated parking spaces and resident-only elevators, designed to provide
privacy and accessibility. Residents have access to the hotel’s amenities
including the gym, pool and spa with personalized hotel benefits available to
long-term guests.
Dining
and Entertainment
Andaz
Doha’s culinary offerings draw inspiration from across the globe, ranging from
South African cooking-inspired concepts to Asian fare:
Officially
open now, The Salt Road Doha is located in the lobby and explores the
vital ingredient ‘salt’, one of the earth's oldest minerals.
Set
to open in the coming months, Mr. & Mrs. Hawker (third floor) will
draw from the concept of a Singaporean Hawker Center to feature a
market-to-table philosophy. The dining options will also include the only
enclosed outdoor terrace in Doha, with city and sea views.
Expected
to launch later this year, Mumble Jungle (third floor) nods to a
rainforest aesthetic to feature an assortment of vibrant cocktails and
mocktails, inspired by Afro-Cuban classic creations.
Wellness
Alara
Spa, meaning ‘water fairy’ in Arabic, is focused on the Hammam
bathing ritual. Featuring six treatment rooms with separate male and female
areas, a herbal sauna, steam rooms and multi-sensory showers, Alara Spa’s menu
features a selection of wellness rituals, face treatments, body scrubs and
soothing massages, all of which incorporate ancient customs with contemporary
practices. Fitness enthusiasts can take advantage of the fitness center, a
fully equipped, 24-hour studio with cardiovascular and weight-training
equipment. Additionally, set to open to guests soon, a beautifully designed
outdoor pool makes for an ideal setting to enjoy moments of poolside bliss,
while the poolside bar serves refreshments.
Social
Spaces
The
property offers various facilities for business and leisure travel. On the
ground floor sits the Andaz Lounge, a space for productive workflow or
private meetings. The hotel also features 1,600 square meters of meeting and
event spaces, including a 750-square-meter ballroom.
With
four studio spaces within Andaz Doha, each represents different aspects of
Doha's rich cultural heritage. The Calligrapher Studio showcases the
graceful form of writing, blending the old and new scripts through
design. The Weaving Studio was inspired by the traditional "Al
Sadu" technique, an ancient art form in which raw materials, such as sheep
wool, cotton, camel hair and goat hair, are spun or knit into fabrics. The
Architecture Studio draws on elegant artifacts with cultural references
and provide a feeling of ‘open workspace’ through its neutral colour palette.
Finally, The Navigator Studio takes inspiration from traditional
fishing techniques, with its wooden floors designed to represent the Jalboot used
for navigating the high seas to seek pearls.
The
opening of Andaz Doha represents Hyatt’s growing lifestyle portfolio in the
region and becomes the 3rd Andaz hotel in Middle East. The property joins
Andaz hotels across leading destinations, including London, Dubai, Abu Dhabi,
Singapore and Tokyo.
For
more information about Andaz Doha, visit: https://www.hyatt.com/andaz/dohaz-andaz-dohaz
Image
Credit: © Hyatt Hotels Corporation
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