IHG Hotels & Resorts has appointed Soha Zahar as the General Manager of Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park. 

 

With over 20 years of extensive experience in hospitality management across the Middle East and Africa, Soha steps into her role with a focus on creating exceptional guest experiences, fostering community partnerships, and championing sustainable practices.

 

Soha has held key leadership roles across several prominent properties. She began her career at InterContinental Le Vendome Beirut and InterContinental Phoenicia Beirut in reservations and revenue management, later advancing to Area Director of Revenue for Lebanon. She then served as Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing for multiple properties in Jordan and as Revenue Performance Director for a portfolio of 50 hotels across the Middle East and Africa. Most recently, she successfully led the opening of Staybridge Suites Doha Lusail as General Manager. Now at the helm of Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park, Soha aims to enhance guest experiences while bringing a unique local touch to the hotel’s offerings.

 

Committed to operational excellence, Soha envisions enhancing service offerings, developing new leisure and dining experiences, and fostering partnerships with local businesses and educational institutions. Fluent in Arabic, French, and Italian, she brings a multicultural approach to leadership that enables her to connect with guests and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds. 

 

Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park, an award-winning hotel, is renowned for its dedication to sustainability as a “Green Hotel,” actively implementing a range of eco-friendly initiatives. The property collaborates with local government units to advance shared environmental and CSR goals. This commitment has led to multiple awards for both the hotel and its dedicated team members. Soha’s vision will include expanding these sustainability initiatives while further integrating the hotel into the fabric of the community.

 

The hotel offers a variety of vibrant dining options, including Kitchen25, an all-day dining venue, Café Verde in the lobby, which proudly serves Starbucks, and Bubbles Pool Bar and Shisha Lounge, an outdoor spot featuring the popular family-oriented Market Brunch. Additionally, McGettigan's Dubai Science Park, a celebrated award-winning signature outlet, has garnered a loyal following as a beloved local pub, patronised for its variety of offerings and lively atmosphere within the local community. - TradeArabia News Service