Movenpick Hotel Qassim has signed a preferred hotel agreement with Qatar Airways.
As a result of the agreement, the five-star hotel will benefit from inflight announcements on every Qatar Airways flight arriving at destinations within Saudi Arabia.
Additionally, the airline’s official website will list the 159-room Movenpick Hotel Qassim as a preferred hotel.
Movenpick Hotel Qassim is only 30 minutes’ drive from the regional Qassim Airport and is situated at the junction of King Fahad Road and King Khaled Road in Buraydah.
The Al-Qassim district is known as Saudi Arabia’s food provider due to the area’s heritage of agriculture and Movenpick Hotel Qassim is the only upscale hotel in the vicinity.
“We are delighted to enter into this agreement with Qatar Airways in a move which is extremely positive for awareness of the destination as well,” said Toufic Tamim, vice president sales and marketing for the Middle East.
“This is our second property in Saudi Arabia to partner with Qatar Airways, following an earlier agreement relating to Movenpick Hotel Alkhobar in the country’s Eastern Province,” he added.
The hotel features a contemporary art deco design and caters for business travelers and families.
A sky-blue glass dome that welcomes the desert sun and the early evening glow is another prominent characteristic of the hotel.
Most notably however, is Movenpick Hotel Qassim’s commitment to stand out as one of the most environmentally friendly hotels in the Kingdom.
The property maintains its efforts in this respect by adhering to a set of ‘green standards’ and responsible operating procedures.
Qatar Airways, one of the world’s fastest growing airlines, has seen rapid growth in just 15 years of operations.
The company’s Preferred Hotel Program is a prestigious platform that highlights hotels of exceptional quality.
Movenpick Hotel Qassim signs deal with Qatar Airways
Movenpick Hotel Qassim signs deal with Qatar Airways
Kingdom Centre’s comprehensive upgrade nears completion
Chairwoman of the Board of Kingdom Centre Nada Alateegi announced that the final phase of the comprehensive upgrade and redevelopment works at the iconic Riyadh landmark has neared completion.
Kingdom Centre was never intended to be just a shopping destination or a business hub, Alateegi said, but rather a space to deliver exceptional experiences. The experience is now being elevated to a new level of luxury that seamlessly brings together refined hospitality, high-end retail, and world-class business environments.
She said that Kingdom Centre, inaugurated in 2001, commenced its modernization project in April 2023. The project is being implemented in partnership with a group of top-tier global designers and renowned contractors, and led by the Kingdom Centre management team, to ensure the highest standards of quality and precision.
The upgrades were carried out in accordance with the best safety practices, while maintaining uninterrupted operations and ensuring visitors’ comfort and safety are preserved throughout, Alateegi said. This approach reflects the vision and directives of Prince Alwaleed bin Talal and has contributed to the center receiving several awards, including its recognition for “visionary design and development.”
She added that Kingdom Centre had installed the largest fully integrated digital screen on Kingdom Tower facades, operated exclusively in partnership with digital advertising and media solutions leader Rotana Signs. The screen serves as an international showcase reflecting Riyadh’s evolution and its growing global standing.
Kingdom Centre is also home to the Four Seasons Hotel, one of the world’s most prestigious hospitality brands, in addition to VOX Cinemas, purpose-designed to world-class specifications guided by the center’s management vision.
Moreover, Kingdom Centre introduced Al-Mamlaka Social Dining zone, which has become one of the region’s leading dining experiences and a model for other investors. Conceived by the center’s management to elevate the visitor experience, the Social Dining concept has been officially registered as the intellectual property of Kingdom Centre.
Kingdom Centre has also launched a mobile application and a dedicated visitor loyalty program offering a range of benefits. This initiative is part of the center’s digital transformation strategy and aims to strengthen long-term engagement with visitors.
Kingdom Centre’s management remains committed to setting a leading example for the sector, delivering innovative experiences that support Saudi Arabia’s tourism ambitions and align with Saudi Vision 2030, Alateegi added.
