AT this year’s edition of World Travel Market, Fairmont Raffles Hotels International, Makkah is all geared up to showcase its lavish properties in the Saudi capital. The WTM exhibitors’ zone will feature a remarkable stand of Fairmont Raffles Hotels International (FRHI) Makkah Saudi Arabia, highlighting the span of Saudi Arabia’s properties of the group. The stand will be displaying the three leading state-of-the-art hotels representing the timeless elegance redefined.
Setting the footprint for providing exquisite hospitality, Fairmont Raffles Hotels International, Makkah brings together an opulent range of magnificent residential sanctuaries devoted to enact exceptional requirements of the guests. FRHI, Makkah is a milestone for elite travellers throughout the Holy City enabling them to fulfil spiritual experiences accompanied with matchless gusto and flair. FRHI, Makkah features the Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel; Raffles Makkah Palace and Makkah Swissôtel, that will be open doors in the first quarter of 2012.
Mohammed Arkobi, the vice president and managing director of Fairmont Raffles Hotels International, Makkah, Saudi Arabia said, “This event is a momentous opportunity to provide new amenities to Muslim pilgrims and visitors from all over the world. We are honoured to offer exceptional services to Holy Land pilgrims and look forward to ensure that our guests have truly memorable experiences with us.”
Standing stately Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel, with its prime location adjacent to the Masjid al Haram, offers the finest hospitality blending relentless services and charm with state of the art amenities and facilities, offering guests an oasis of tranquillity. Distinguished as one of the world’s tallest, this 76-storey hotel is the focal point of the Abraj Al Bait Complex, part of the King Abdul Aziz Endowment Project. One of its incredible features is a 40-m Royal Clock, visible from 17 km away, which announces daily prayers to the Muslim world.
Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel appeals to pilgrims and business visitors alike with an ideal venue for any event with its more than 3,200 sq m of ornate function space, a full-service business centre and professional staff – comprising of 12 exceptional banquet rooms, one spectacular ballroom (with a VIP seating section), and eight state-of-the-art meeting rooms, along with pre-function areas.
Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel has 858 rooms and suites that are thoughtfully and elegantly appointed, with extravagant amenities and five-star services over 29 floors. The guests can enjoy dining facilities with options from 10 outstanding restaurants serving 15 different worldwide cuisines. In addition to this, the hotel offers two distinct spa and fitness experiences by presenting both a men’s gym and a women’s spa, which includes a sauna, Jacuzzi and steam room. For a memorable spiritual experience, the Makkah Clock Royal Tower is a beacon for pilgrims in the heart of the holiest city which attracts 1.6 billion Muslims a year.
Awarded as the Middle East’s leading Luxury Hotel, Raffles Makkah Palace is an extremely discreet yet highly refined residential sanctuary, attributing 209 suites with breathtaking views of the Grand Mosque and Kaaba. Marching the taste of elegance and culinary sensations, personal butlers exemplify “heartfelt service” to anticipate the needs of guests who opt for any of the signature, presidential or royal suites. For business needs, a fully equipped business centre features a gracious reception hall and a library containing more than 2,000 Islamic books, in addition to five private meeting rooms and secretarial services.
Residents of the Palace will be tempted to enjoy the exciting dining experiences offered, “Al Qaser” for Eastern, western and international favourites. The “Narjes” Tea Lounge presents its patrons with gourmet teas, coffees and freshly baked produce while Al “Majlis” takes its guests on a culinary tour of Levantine specialties from Lebanon, Turkey and Syria. For lovers of sweets, The Creamery is a must with its custom-made Teppanyaki Ice cream served indoors or outside on the Terrace, overlooking the Grand Mosque.
The group director of communications and business development, Khaled Yamak, commented, “Visitors to Makkah Clock Royal Tower, A Fairmont Hotel are expected to see an iconic landmark hotel, along with its exceptional personalised services offering a superior guest experience that is uniquely Fairmont. Raffles Makkah Palace is a residential sanctuary where guests who are looking for residential warmth and heartfelt service can experience spiritual serenity.”
“Further, I would like also to add that we will inaugurate Swissôtel Hotel, during the first quarter of 2012. The hotel consists of 1,548 rooms; most of them overlooking the Holy Kabaa. Our properties in Makkah should be the first choice for elite travellers as we are here to set new trend, which is value for money.” added Yamak.