LUX Xmas 2018

81 Elite Hospitality is one of the leading names in the hospitality business within the Kingdom of Bahrain. We caught up with Puneet Saigal, General Manager - Elite Resort & Spa, who provided us with a glimpse into the inner workings of the luxury establishment. Elite hospitality group is a Bahraini Brand, offering luxury all suite 4-star accommodations in the Kingdom of Bahrain, operating four hotels and two service apartments positioned in various vital locations in the kingdom such as Muharraq, Seef District and Juffair to meet all requirements and special needs. Located at Shaikh Hamad Causeway and overlooking the Bahrain Bay, Elite Resort & Spa offers a breathtaking view, along with the relaxing atmosphere of a city resort and the comfort of being close to the city centre and just a seven minute drive from Bahrain International Airport. Puneet begins by explaining how the team at Elite ensure that they provide the best possible service to their clients. “Here at Elite, we are committed to focus on each of our customer’s experience; we provide carefully tailored and meaningful experiences to ensure guests’ maximum satisfaction during their stay. This is key to drive guest loyalty.” Elite Resort & Spa also has Kingdom’s first Sports Car Lounge called Shift 7, where guests enjoy their drinks with the scenic view of the Bahrain Bay while watching live races and viewing a magnificent collection of scaled sports cars. La Brasserie the all-day dining restaurant is open 24 hours and guests can enjoy local, international and Arabic meals with attractive kids menu while families can also enjoy Special Theme Branch every Friday. After a dip in the temperature controlled outdoor pool, guests can take a drink from Al Naseem poolside bar. Enabling the firm to provide such tailored experience, is the talented team which forms the backbone of Elite. Going into further detail about the team, Puneet is keen to highlight how each member of the team is aware of Elite’s aims and how they behave accordingly. “Over the years, we have created a fantastic team. It is a matter of pride with us that the effort we have put into training our staff has been paid back to us by the service they give to our guests. Most of all, we are proud of our training and recruitment as we handpick our employees whom we ensure that they fit into the Elite standards.” Oct18346 The Bahrain tourism and hospitality market is currently in the phase of rapid business growth, the Nations’ economy is rising in the region and that is what we at Elite Hospitality Group are keeping up with. As such, Elite have adapted all methods to maintain a high standard reputation of Elite Hospitality Group and will continue to emerge as the icon of Arabian hospitality in Bahrain. Looking ahead to what the future holds, Puneet reveals the exciting plans which lie in the pipeline for the establishment, following their recent success in LUXlife’s Global Luxury Hotel and Spa Awards where they were awarded the accolade Most Outstanding Luxury Resort Hotel – Bahrain. “Moving forward, we are actively taking steps in future expansion into other GCC countries, the Elite Hospitality group has gone a long way since its first Hotel opening; plans of expansion and upgrading are currently being studied for more future growth of the group. Also, to ensure long-term business growth in a sustainable way, our hotels are planning to open new food & beverages outlets, offering different cuisines and ambiances. “To be able to affirm your position in the market as one of solid standing doesn’t come easy. With the changing times, it is easy to get side-lined as competition becomes fierce; however, there are also those fine groups and companies out there that have proven their excellence time and again. Elite Hospitality Group is one of them. “Lastly, to receive such recognition by LUXlife Magazine gives us a great feeling of pride since they are a very important lifestyle magazine and their process of recognition is very fair. It reinforces our commitment to serve our guests in the best possible manner, ensuring that each member of the team never hesitates in going the extra mile doing it. Elite Resort and Spa has been home to a number of repeat guests who feel at home while staying with us because of our service. The LUXlife recognition just concretes this fact.” Contact: Puneet Saigal (General Manager) Address: Muharraq, Bldg. 101, Area 322, Shaikh Hamad Causeway, Kingdom of Bahrain Telephone: (+973) 17313333 Fax: (+973) 17313344 Website: www.elitegrouphotels.com Luxury Lifestyle Accommodation