Anantara, a luxury hospitality brand for modern travellers, has announced that its newly-opened Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel has appointed Husam Malki as the new general manager.
Located in Business Bay, the hotel features 252 rooms and suites overlooking the cityscape of Dubai, and remarkable views of Burj Khalifa. Five distinctive dining outlets, a temperature-controlled outdoor pool, state-of-the-art fitness centre and tranquil Anantara Spa are on offer for guests and visitors, said a statement from Anantara.
A Jordanian national, Husam brings over two decades of experience in luxury hospitality. He began his career as front of house, impressing management with his dedication to guest service before becoming Executive Assistant Manager for Rotana Hotels in Erbil, Iraq. From there, roles in Dubai and Salalah followed and Husam’s career progressed, said it stated.
He assumes the role after a move from Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara, overlooking day-to-day operations at the busy city property, it added.
"I’m excited to begin this new chapter in my career with Anantara. The hotel is in a fantastic location and I look forward to leading the team through the challenges that a busy city centre property presents. I have no doubt that we can deliver the high standards of hospitality that Anantara is known for, at this new address," remarked Husam.
In his long tenure, Husam has gained valuable industry knowledge working with leading hospitality groups including Accor, Hyatt, Marriott and Starwood before he joined Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas in 2014.
His first role with the luxury brand was Resident Manager at Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, and then he was invited to spearhead the opening of another Minor Hotels property, Souk Al Wakra Hotel by Tivoli in Doha, Qatar, said the statement.
In 2019, Malki became General Manager of Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara, where he was responsible for creating key business strategies for the hotel, and also increased visibility of the offshore property for international guests. During this time, he also maintained the general manager position at Souk Al Wakra by Tivoli in Doha, Qatar, it added.
Under Husam’s expert leadership, the hotel is set to become an icon in the Downtown Dubai landscape, and guests will enjoy thoughtful hospitality just moments from Dubai Mall, the Dubai Fountain and other renowned destinations on the doorstep.-TradeArabia News Service
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