THE multi-award winning Gulf Hotel’s hugely successful Gulf Convention Centre is the first major events venue to open in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The centre remains at the forefront of Bahrain’s business scene today, maintaining its status as the largest and most impressive meetings and events venue on the island.
The state-of-the-art facility houses 29 venues and over 4,780 sq m of space to cater to all types of events. The contemporary surroundings are further enhanced by a team of professional staff who provide impeccable service for all sizes of gatherings from intimate business meetings to theatre-style conferences for up to 3,000 delegates. The Al Dana Hall presents the perfect venue for international seminars, exhibitions, gala dinners, banquets, weddings and award ceremonies. Equipped with a main ballroom area stretching over 2,000 sq m, it can accommodate up to 3,000 guests for cocktail receptions and more than 1,700 guests for an elegant seated banquet.In addition to an exhibition hall that can hold 75 booths and boasts direct with drive-in access, a built-in stage, catwalk facilities, power supply units and light rigs, as well as the option to divide the hall into separate conference areas. The hotel offers a further five individual break-out meeting rooms to cater for smaller meetings. These areas are accompanied by a sophisticated business centre, a VIP lounge and a bridal suite.The Gulf Hotel’s tropical gardens are perceived among the best wedding venues and party occasions.All conference rooms are fully equipped with the latest audio-visual equipment, including hi-tech projection systems, video-conferencing facilities, multiple power and telephone points, high-speed internet access and two purpose-built translation booths for simultaneous translation in many languages.Hawar Meeting Rooms, five brand-new executive meeting rooms designed up to the highest specifications, are situated on the first floor of The Gulf Hotel and can be accessed via a private elevator. Hawar Meeting Rooms feature exquisite furnishings and breath-taking views in addition to being equipped with the latest technology. These excellent features provide guests with the opportunity to host exclusive meetings in a luxurious setting.Meeting packages are available at a cost of BD70++ ($185++) per head on a minimum booking of 10 persons inclusive of meeting room, room accommodation, breakfast, two coffee breaks and lunch, valid until March 31. Packages include free shuttle services from the hotel to Seef area malls and free access to the health club. Terms and conditions and restrictions apply.