HILTON Worldwide plans to expand its Waldorf Astoria brand presence in the Middle East with a new property in Qatar, following the signing of a management agreement with Doha-based La Jolla. The legendary hotel brand will debut in Doha with Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay, a visually striking 42-storey property located on a prominent headland and commanding panoramic views of the city and Arabian Gulf. The hotel will be in the heart of the modern business and diplomatic district, close to Qatar Stock Exchange and near to the upcoming Doha Convention Centre, due to open later this year.
Designed to appeal to the discerning business and leisure traveller, Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay will feature 250 spacious guestrooms and suites as well as 80 large serviced apartments. Reflecting the brand’s recognised prestige, amenities will include a palatial ballroom, state of the art meeting and conference facilities and a wide range of destination bars and restaurants. A rooftop pool and a two-storey bespoke health club and spa will also be developed for the property, which is expected to open by 2016.