Hilton has announced Elias J. Moukarzel as the new General Manager of Hilton Doha. The appointment places Moukarzel, a seasoned Hotelier, at the helm of one of Qatar’s highly regarded hotels.
Originated from Lebanon, Moukarzel holds a Bachelor’s degree from the Ecole Hoteliere de Toulouse, France and an MBA specializing in Hotel Management graduate from the Ecole Superieure de Savignac in France. He is passionate about food and beverage and enjoys exploring the latest trends, creating innovative concepts and discovering new destinations.
With 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry and a solid expertise in hotel operations, pre-opening and project management, Moukarzel previously served as General Manager at the Hilton Capital Grand in Abu Dhabi, before joining the Hilton Dead Sea Resort & Spa and the King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center managed by Hilton. Prior to joining Hilton, Moukarzel drove his career through successive successful managerial appointments with highly regarded properties in the Middle East.
Moukarzel is passionate about enhancing guest experiences and fostering talented team. Meticulous and enthusiastic, he is committed with an entrepreneurial spirit to driving results beyond expectations.
Located in one of the most spectacular locations in Doha, Hilton Doha offers 309 spacious guest rooms inclusive of 28 suites, with most of the rooms having panoramic views. Offering great dining with magnificent views, the hotel has nine restaurants and lounges including Trader Vic’s, Tahitian Village and Society Lounge. Leisure facilities include an eforea spa, a private beach, a large open-air pool, 24-hour fitness center and an array of meetings and events venues.