Millennium Al Barsha Announces the Appointment of Christian Palacin as General Manager

Millennium Hotels and Resorts, Middle East and Africa (MEA), one of the fastest growing hotel management companies in the region, has announced the appointment of Christian Palacin as General Manager of Millennium Al Barsha, set to open in the summer of 2019.

A seasoned hospitality professional, Christian Palacin will be responsible for all aspects of the operation at Millennium Al Barsha. With a master’s degree in Hotel Management from Cornell University, Palacin started his career 25 years ago and has held several senior management positions with international hospitality brands including Sheraton and Marriott Hotels and Resorts in Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, Lebanon, Abu Dhabi and the Philippines. During the span of his career, he has been instrumental in large renovation projects, rebranding and hotel openings.

Conveniently located in the bustling Al Barsha at a walking distance from Mall of the Emirates, Millennium Al Barsha is a 4-star property owned and developed by Deyaar Development PJSC, one of the UAE’s leading property development and real estate services companies. The hotel includes 299 well-appointed rooms and suites and 109 serviced apartments featuring all modern amenities and the latest technology.

The hotel’s facilities include House of Colours, an all-day dining restaurant serving international cuisine showcases playfulness with its open kitchen concept, Moroccan Kitchen serves an authentic Moroccan cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Pool Deck is the rooftop lounge serving light snacks and beverages, while the Lobby lounge epitomizes relaxed ambiance with a selections of coffee, tea and fresh juices.

In addition, the hotel features a massage and skincare center, two temperature controlled swimming pool, a state-of-the-art gym, sauna and steam room. A fully equipped Kids Club as well as a playground with fun games and activities for children from one up to 12 years of age. Millennium Al Barsha also provides a range of impressive conference and meeting rooms, designed to host small social occasions as well as large corporate meetings and events which makes the property an ideal choice for business and leisure alike.