Raffles Makkah Palace is named the World’s Leading Luxury All Suite Hotel

Jan. 18, 2012 - PRLog -- Raffles Makkah Palace has been crowned the World’s Leading Luxury All Suite Hotel by the World Travel Awards during a splendid ceremony at Katara Cultural Village in Doha.

Votes were cast online by over 213,000 travel professionals around the world, from over 160 participating countries.

“It is an outstanding achievement for our hotel Raffles Makkah Palace to be named the World’s Leading Luxury All Suite Hotel,” said Mohammed Arkobi (pictured), vice president and managing director for Fairmont Raffles Hotels International – Makkah.

“We are very keen to be the standard-bearer for hotels in the World, and this well-deserved award symbolizes the superiority we provide through our impeccable services,” Arkobi added.

Raffles Makkah Palace, magnificently crafted just steps away from Al Masjid Al Haraam is a restful and private sanctuary, elegantly designed generating a world-class renowned name in Elite Hospitality with 214 suites that offer breathtaking views of the Holy mosque, and are carefully planned in an Islamic architectural style with exceptional amenities.

Arkobi added: “The win is momentous as this is the second award for Raffles Makkah Palace within a span of eight months; bagging two prestigious awards reflects its dedication to unsullied service.

“Travel industry professionals around the world have voted, carrying global recognition of our well-deserved reputation as the top generosity all suite property in the world.”
The premium services at Raffles Makkah Palace are tailored to make the stay for guests in the Islamic holy land of Makkah a divine harmony.   The attention to detail in the large well-appointed suites, in this exceptional hotel is a feature for those who demand excellence.
Matching the elegant design and culinary creativity, Raffles Makkah Palace provides round-the-clock signature Raffles Butler Service butler service for every suite - with a very personal standard of service and contentment, for even the most  well-travelled and discerning guests.  

Raffles Makkah Palace is an inspiring hotel for business travellers, with a spacious Business Centre providing guests with comprehensive facilities and modern technology. The gracious business Centre reception hall reflects the Raffles signature style of highly personalised service, a place where residents can receive important guests or host a social occasion in sophistication and comfort.  A well stocked library further adds to the feeling of being in an oasis of peace and tranquility, with a collection of more than 2,000 Islamic and historical books, business magazines and other reading materials.  

Guests to Makkah can indulge in a quick lunch at any of the four restaurants, or they can choose to retreat to the serenity and privacy of their room – with menus that will delight every palate and meeting style.  Al Majlis serves Levantine specialties from eastern and Mediterranean countries, whilst Al Qasr has eastern, western and international cuisines.  Narjes Tea lounge serves gourment teas and coffees, while the Creamery is a fun ice-cream based café that serves custom-made Teppanyanki ice cream.  Raffles Makkah Palace also provides the signature Raffles Butler Service, bestowing even the most well-travelled and discerning guests with a very personal standard of service and contentment.  

The World Travel Awards was launched in 1993 to acknowledge and recognize excellence in the global travel and tourism industry and is regarded as the highest achievement a hotel could ever hope to receive.

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ABOUT RAFFLES HOTELS & RESORTS

Raffles Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, luxury international hotel company with a history dating back to 1887 with the opening of Raffles Hotel, Singapore. The portfolio currently comprises nine luxurious properties, from secluded resorts to city hotels in key locations around the world: in Singapore, Cambodia, China, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles and Paris, each one is an oasis of calm and charm. The company is embarking on a new phase of expansion, with openings in Istanbul, the Maldives, Indonesia, the Philippines and China scheduled over the next two years. With a compelling mix of cultures and styles, every hotel in the Raffles family has its own individual personality, with its own story to tell and its own sense of place. However, each one is proud to draw on the timeless essence of Raffles – to deliver thoughtful, personal and discreet service to well-travelled guests.

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