Wyndham group expands presence in Oman with two new hotels in Ghubra

5/1/2016 6:51:25 AM

(MENAFN- Muscat Daily) Muscat-

Wyndham Hotel Group has announced the signing of two new properties in Muscat under the umbrella of two of its globally recognised brands Ramada Encore and Ramada Hotel & Suites.

Connected by a footbridge the three-star Ramada Encore Muscat Al Ghubra and four-star Ramada Hotel & Suites Muscat Al Ghubra will be strategically situated along the Sultan Qaboos Street a short distance from Muscat International Airport shopping centres and the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. Both properties are owned by the Al Khaleel Group.

Dan Ruff Wyndham Hotel Group's president and managing director for EMEA said 'Oman's unrivalled natural beauty spans spectacular mountains to beautiful coastal regions attracting many types of travellers with 12mn expected in 2020. It's clear there's a demand for the international quality of accommodation that only our brands can offer. The signing of these two hotels is a real milestone for Wyndham Hotel Group as they join the existing Ramada Qurum Beach presenting even more choices to Muscat's business and leisure visitors.'

The two hotels will address both the mid and upper-midscale market. The signing of the Ramada Encore Muscat Al Ghubra marks the planned construction of 200 stylish rooms with 173 standard rooms and 27 suites addressing the need for style and functionality for value-conscious guests. Boasting state-of-the-art business facilities and a wealth of leisure amenities including a fitness centre roof top pool and cafe all-day dining restaurant and coffee lounge the hotel will not only be the first Ramada Encore to open in Oman but will become the largest of its kind across the Middle East and Africa.

Immediately adjacent the Ramada Hotel & Suites Muscat Al Ghubra will offer contemporary accommodation across 90 high-end suites and share its leisure facilities with those at the Ramada Encore. Breakout spaces and a coffee lounge measuring over 100sq m will accompany three meeting rooms with high-speed Internet access available to guests throughout the hotel. The conversion of the current residential building is due to begin in 2017 with both properties to open their doors simultaneously at the end of 2018.

Sheikh Mohammed al Khalili chairman of the Al Khaleel Group said 'I am truly honoured to partner with Wyndham Hotel Group as the world's largest hotel group and the industry leader. This project will contribute to the socio-economic development of the sultanate and allow us to provide jobs to Omanis which will also generate a positive impact on local businesses.'

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