Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has secured an agreement with Faisal Bin Qassim Al-Thani and Sons Holding Company for the management of two new properties in Doha, Qatar.

The Hong Kong-based management company will operate the Shangri-La Hotel, Doha and Traders Hotel, Doha as a result of the deal, with both properties due to open next year.

Al Rayan Tourism Development Company is building the Shangri-La Hotel, Doha, which is located in the heart of Doha's commercial centre and will have 272 bedrooms.

Facilities will include company's signature spa brand - Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La - which draws on the origins of the Shangri-La legend as a place of personal peace and well-being.

A variety of restaurants; a helipad located on the top-floor of the building; and an 840 sq m (9,042sq ft) grand ballroom will also be on offer at the property once complete.

Meanwhile, the 238-bedroom Traders Hotel, Doha is to boast a health club and spa with an indoor swimming pool. A sushi and noodle restaurant is among its dining options.

Shangri-La International Hotel Management chief executive officer Greg Dogan said: "The opening of both hotels in Doha reconfirms our commitment to expansion in the Middle East.

"Our target is to build a regional presence and we are delighted to be opening two hotels in Doha in a prime location with such dedicated owners."

His Excellency Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al-Thani, chair of Faisal Bin Qassim Al-Thani and Sons Holding Company added: "[Shangri-La] reflects our focus on becoming a major force in the hospitality industry."

Details: www.shangri-la.com

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