The World Luxury Hotel Awards this year celebrated its 10thanniversary in awarding the world ’ s finest hotels for their luxury offerings and exceptional service delivery . Hosted on this auspicious occasion by the exquisite St . Regis Doha in Qatar , the evening saw over 350 guests from the world ’ s leading hotels and resorts gather to be recognised on stage for their outstanding efforts .
Jet-lag was of no consequence with the regal Remède Spa onsite , providing guests with the ultimate experience in relaxation and rejuvenation . The spa , which boasts 22 treatment rooms , an Olympicsize swimming pool with views of the Arabian Gulf , a private beach and nine exclusive cabanas with Jacuzzis and water sports activities , was awarded Best Luxury Urban Escape in Qatar earlier this year by the World Luxury Spa Awards . It was the perfect oasis for weary travellers .
The evening itself was one of true celebration . Participants from over 50 countries arrived to a grand red carpet welcome and were dazzled with champagne from Varichon & Clerc . Dining was to the perfection of Executive Chef Jean-Luc Morcellet ; a chicly decadent 6-course meal was prepared to order and each course was elegantly plated and paired with a fine wine . Guests savoured their meals while being entertained with live , toe-tapping jazz music , performed throughout the evening with Gregory Generet as vocals , Richard D Johnson on piano , Nori Naraoka on bass , Darrian Douglass on drums and Philip Dizack on the trumpet .
A glittering aerial performance by Valeria Baigacheva , who specialises in an extensive range of circus art forms , entertained guests as an aerial chandelier ring was utilised in her unique act . It was a beautiful and elegant display .
10th Anniversary
Awards were presented to luxury hotels and resorts in over 60 categories on a country , regional , continent and global basis . Special congratulations on the evening went to the immaculate Armani Hotel Dubai , who was honoured as the prestigious 2016 Global Hotel of the Year . The hotel is situated within the iconic Burj Khalifa and reflects the pure elegance , simplicity and sophisticated comfort that defines Giorgio Armani ’ s signature style . The hotel is the realisation of the designer ’ s long-held dream to bring his impeccable style to life with the exceptional Stay with Armani experience which is defined by the highest standards of service excellence , true to the World Luxury Hotel Awards overall winner criteria . Mark Kirby , General Manager for the Armani Hotel Dubai proudly collected the award on stage .
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