Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the region, has announced the signing of a franchise agreement with Signature Complex Islamabad for the opening of its first property in Pakistan.

 

The agreement will see the development of Signature Rotana in the city under the group’s upscale Rotana Hotels & Resorts brand. Located atop a bustling commercial hub in the country’s capital Islamabad, the hotel will add a total of 522 keys to Rotana’s global portfolio once completed. 

 

Consisting of 378 hotel rooms and 144 branded residential apartments, the property will also offer a state-of-the-art business centre with six meeting rooms, a banquet hall, and a multipurpose space. The hotel will also boast two specialty restaurants and a café. 

 

To enhance the guest experience, the hotel will provide several wellness and relaxation amenities and will include an indoor swimming pool and gymnasium, as well as an exclusive spa, thermal facilities, and other self-care lounges.

 

On the new project, Makram El Zyr, Vice President Development at Rotana, said: “We are extremely excited to enter this dynamic market and introduce travellers to Rotana’s unique blend of world-class standards, genuine hospitality, and treasured experiences. 

 

The project forms part of Rotana’s robust global expansion plans, including entry into several new markets and the opening of 30 new properties by 2026.

 

"We are confident that Signature Rotana will appeal to a varied group of global leisure and business travellers looking to doing business or to discover Pakistan’s diverse cultural and natural wonders,” he noted.

 

Shaheer Ahmed, Director Business Strategist at Signature Complex, expressed delight at the mega collaboration with Rotana as they make their foray into Islamabad.

 

“At Signature Rotana Islamabad, we are committed to delivering the best, and we are confident in our ability to uphold and exceed the high standards set by Rotana. Together, we aim to elevate the hospitality landscape in Pakistan and set new benchmarks for excellence. We have meticulously planned for this collaboration and are dedicated to making it a resounding success,” he added.-TradeArabia News Service