IHCL Adds Two Taj Hotels to Bahrain Portfolio

IHCL Sets the Bar High

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) has signed deals for two new properties in the Kingdom of Bahrain under its Taj brand. Developed in collaboration with Kingdom Projects, these projects mark a significant milestone. IHCL becomes the first Indian hospitality company to establish a presence in Bahrain, strengthening its footprint in the Middle East.

Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of IHCL, stated, “We are pleased to announce two hotels in Bahrain that align with our strategy of expanding Taj’s presence in key gateway cities worldwide. With a portfolio of seven hotels, including four under development in the Middle East, these hotels will extend our presence in the MENA region.”

He added, “We are delighted to partner with Kingdom Projects to introduce the iconic Taj with its world-class hospitality, uplifting Bahrain’s tourism landscape.”

The Taj Resort in Hamala will feature 251 rooms. The resort will offer an all-day dining restaurant, two additional restaurants, a swimming pool, and a beach club. Wellness areas such as a gym and spa will also be included. The resort’s 1,200-square-metre banquet facilities will cater to events and celebrations, making it a key player in Bahrain’s emerging leisure sector. 

The 200-room Taj Hotel in Downtown Seef, Manama, strategically located in the heart of Bahrain’s capital, is set to cater to the needs of business travellers and tourists alike. Along with wellness facilities, including a gym, spa, and swimming pool, the hotel will offer various culinary experiences, ranging from all-day dining and speciality restaurants to a pool bar. The Downtown Seef Hotel will also feature banquet areas tailored for meetings, corporate events, and weddings.

Jalal Al Wazzan, Managing Director of Kingdom Projects WLL, stated, “We are delighted to welcome the prestigious and world-renowned Taj brand, a first for Bahrain, which will work towards attracting tourists in greater numbers from across the region and around the globe, thereby enhancing the tourism sector’s contribution to GDP. In line with the Economic Vision 2030 driven by the Crown Prince, partnering with leading leisure and hospitality brands exemplifies Kingdom Projects’ vested commitment to contribute to the development and growth of the tourism sector and, thereby, the diversification of the national economy.”