The 143-key Copthorne Riyadh in the capital city of Saudi Arabia.
Millennium
Hotels Plans
Saudi Expansion
With 25 Hotels
Opens two new hotels in Dubai and Kuwait
Millennium Hotels and Resorts Middle East and Africa (MHR MEA) has plans to expand its footprint in Saudi Arabia, with 25 new hotels by 2025.
MHR MEA has operated in Saudi Arabia for five years, with nine hotels across the country in Riyadh, Makkah, Madinah and Hail. There are seven hotels under development in Makkah, Madinah, Jeddah, Jizan and Tabouk, and the group is targeting strategic locations in every region across the country as it maps out its blueprint for growth over the next five years.
“The recent introduction of tourist visas has sparked huge interest from travellers keen to explore this fascinating destination and we are committed to playing a key role in meeting this demand by providing supply in high-growth potential locations that include secondary cities and new tourism hotspots,” added MHR MEA Chief Executive Officer Mr Kevork Deldelian.
With Saudi-sation a focal point of its talent acquisition and development plans, MHR MEA is also expanding its TooMooH programme, which trains and develops Saudi nationals for the hospitality industry. The group is aiming to double its current number of employees in Saudi Arabia to fulfil its development ambitions over the next five years.
Opening of Millennium Place Barsha Heights in Dubai
Pictured are the Deluxe One Bedroom Suite (left) and Premium Studio at Millennium Place Barsha Heights Hotel and Apartments.
Last month, MHR MEA announced the opening of Millennium Place Barsha Heights in Dubai. The second property operating under the ‘Millennium Place’ brand, it comprises a lifestyle hotel and apartment complex with 915 rooms, suites and serviced apartments.
Located in the new vibrant district of Barsha Heights, the hotel is in close proximity to the Expo 2020 site, key business districts, and leisure and shopping areas such as Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Marina. Guests can also enjoy free shuttle service to the beach, key shopping malls and local landmarks. Both leisure and business travellers can unwind and relax at the outdoor pool terrace, fully equipped health club and spa treatment rooms, while children are taken care of at the Kid’s Club. The property also offers two all-day dining outlets, 24-hour room service, and soon-to-open specialty restaurant and lounge café.
Millennium Central debuts in Kuwait City
The new lobby that welcomes guests to the new Millennium Central Downtown Kuwait, located close to the city’s financial and business districts.
Pictured is the comfortable and spacious Junior Suite.
Millennium Central has made its debut in the Kuwait capital, with the rebranding of Copthorne Kuwait City to Millennium Central Downtown Kuwait this month. Located a short stroll away from the Arabian Gulf, the modern hotel offers 169 comfortable and spacious guestrooms. It also has three ballrooms that can host up to 400 guests for events, as well as an international buffet restaurant and a café.
