Samaya Hotel & Resorts appoints new GM

Press release

Published August 4th, 2011 - 11:34 GMT

Fouad Bizri, new general manager of Samaya Hotel Deira

Samaya Hotel & Resorts, a five star property strategically located in the commercial and business districts of Deira, has appointed Mr. Fouad Bizri as the new general manager of Samaya Hotel Deira.

Bizri, an American hotelier with over 20 years of hospitality experience, will focus on strengthening overall hotel operations as well as enhancing the Samaya Hotel brand reputation in the Middle East. He will be in charge of spearheading the management of the hotel, stimulating the hotel’s development, sales and marketing, as well as ensuring the delivery of high standard Arabian hospitality.

Bizri has an extensive background in sales, marketing and hotel operations from many international hotel groups across the region such as Hilton International and Intercontinental Al Ain.

He graduated from Saint Thomas University in Florida, USA with a degree in Business Administration.

Background Information

Samaya Hotel Deira

The Samaya Hotel Deira in Dubai is a modern business hotel near Dubai Creek, strategically located in the commercial and business district of Deira. This 16-story hotel is a magnificent example of modern architectural design in the heart of Dubai, yet only 6 kilometres from Dubai International Airport.

The 193 beautifully appointed rooms and suites cater to both business and leisure travellers, while a great choice of different types of suites provides ideal accommodation for larger groups of family or friends. All of the bright and spacious rooms have stunning views, as well as the full range of facilities and services expected of a superior quality 4-star business hotel in Deira including, among others, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, minibar, safe, flat-screen TV and an en suite bathroom with luxury amenities.