Al Madina A'Zarqa announces tie up with Anantara Hotels and Resorts

Internationally recognised as leaders in luxury hospitality, the agreement with Anantara signals the launch of the first-ever hotel alliance for Al Madina A'Zarqa, as well as the debut of Anantara in Oman.

Roger Kacou, Vice President of Hotels and Leisure, BCC1 said:

"I am delighted to be welcoming Anantara to Al Madina A'Zarqa. The alliance combines the strength of Anantara's experience in designing, developing and managing luxury hotel developments with Al Madina A'Zarqa's commitment to building a city of the future and placing Oman on the map as a premier tourist and business destination in the Middle East."

The luxury destination will offer residents and visitors alike outstanding facilities, exceptional service and a broad range of rooms delivered in an environment of unmatched elegance and refined luxury. It will also feature a 5 star spa that will offer its guests an unmatched range of services and treatments. Supported by world-class dining options, the beach front resort will provide a unique blend of ambience and exclusivity.

Dilip Rajakarier, Chief Operating Officer of Minor International PCL, the company heading Anantara Hotels & Resorts, said:

"We are excited to have signed this MOU with such a prestigious development as Al Madina A'Zarqa as a first step towards our entry in Oman. We believe Oman, with its rich culture and heritage will be an ideal location for our luxury Anantara brand and will complement our developments throughout the GCC region. We are confident that this partnership will create one of the most talked-about destinations in the world."

Born in Thailand in 2001, the Anantara Resorts and Spas is a collection of five-star luxury and boutique resorts and spas, providing an immersion in culture, history, and unique natural settings. The Anantara chain of hotels has been named one of the 'Top 10 overseas spa hotels' and currently includes four award winning resorts and spas located in the Maldives.

"Oman is well on the way to become a leading business and tourist destination, with vast potential in terms of tourism growth which will complement Oman's 2020 vision. With the added attraction of Oman's rich cultural heritage and breathtaking scenery, we anticipate a great deal of interest in this luxurious Anantara hotel in Al Madina A'Zarqa," concluded Kacou.