Gulf Air Group Holding (GFG) and Gulf Hotels Group (GHG) have joined hands to form the Bahrain Airport Hotel Company (BAHC), which will manage and operate the upcoming Bahrain Airport Hotel at Bahrain International Airport’s (BIA) new Passenger Terminal Building.
His Excellency the Minister of Transportation & Telecommunications and GFG Chairman Eng. Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed welcomed the partnership, which is in line with GFG’s strategy to bring private investment into the aviation sector and the group’s overall development plan to support Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030. HE the Minister also noted the ability of Bahraini companies to compete with the best international institutions.
HE the Minister elaborated saying: “The airport hotel is an important element of the new terminal, especially for transit passengers. It enhances the airport’s potential, especially in light of the significant growth in transit passenger traffic. The project’s contractor has made significant advancements in the construction of the hotel. We are proud to reach this agreement with Gulf Hotels Group, which is one of the leading institutions in the Kingdom’s hospitality sector. With its expertise and professionalism, we are confident it will support our efforts to enhance the facilities for travelers at the new terminal.”
Bahrain Airport Hotel will offer passengers a variety of accommodation types and facilities, including 17 family rooms, 24 standard rooms, and 17 compact rooms. There will also be a dedicated gym for men and women separately which will include various other services.