IHG Hotels & Resorts has appointed Sayed Tayoun as the new Cluster General Manager for InterContinental Abu Dhabi and InterContinental Residences Abu Dhabi.
With over 20 years of distinguished experience in hospitality, Tayoun is celebrated for his visionary leadership, innovative approach to elevating guest experiences, and operational expertise, said IHG Hotels & Resorts in a statement.
Known for his unwavering dedication to guest excellence, he is an ideal fit for leading two of Abu Dhabi’s most established properties, it stated.
Tayoun is also committed to driving commercial success, optimizing technology, building high-performing teams, and engaging with local communities further solidifying his reputation as a forward-thinking and results-driven leader, it added.
Abu Dhabi’s tourism boom and success as a premier global destination are fueled by strategic government initiatives, creating positive, high-quality visitor experiences.
In his new role, Tayoun will oversee two distinguished properties. InterContinental Abu Dhabi, a heritage hotel built in 1981 to host the first GCC Summit, is celebrated as one of Abu Dhabi’s first 5-star establishments.
The hotel is renowned for its timeless charm and seven signature dining venues, including the iconic Fish Market, Michelin-selected Byblos Sur Mer, and the popular Belgian Café. Alongside it, said the IHG statement.
InterContinental Residences Abu Dhabi, the newest addition to the city’s upscale hospitality landscape, offers refined living spaces tailored to travelers and residents alike.
Tayoun envisions enhancing the elevated status of these properties by blending upscale hospitality with historic appeal, refining service standards, and creating memorable experiences that resonate with both international travellers and the local community.
His goal is to establish both properties as leaders in innovation, creating exceptional, unforgettable moments for guests, said the statement.
Tayoun’s recent success as General Manager at Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park included an exemplary pre-opening phase, during which he established the property as a vibrant community-centric hotel.
His dedication to sustainable practices led to pioneering initiatives, such as an in-house water bottling plant and a no single-use plastics policy, said IHG in its statement.
These sustainability measures, paired with Tayoun’s focus on innovation and community engagement, have set a high bar for eco-friendly hospitality in the region, it added.-TradeArabia News Service
