Vatel Bahrain partners with The Westin, Le Méridien City Centre Bahrain to elevate hospitality training

BAHRAIN – Vatel Bahrain has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding with The Westin City Centre Bahrain and Le Méridien City Centre Bahrain, creating premier hands-on training opportunities that bridge academic learning with real-world hospitality experience.

Vatel Bahrain, a leading hospitality management school, has formalized a strategic partnership with two of Bahrain’s most prestigious hotels-The Westin City Centre Bahrain and Le Méridien City Centre Bahrain, both part of the Marriott International portfolio.

This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) marks a significant advancement in practical training and academic collaboration within Bahrain’s growing hospitality sector.

The collaboration is designed to provide Vatel Bahrain students with immersive, hands-on training in world-class hospitality environments.

By working directly within these luxury hotels, students will gain invaluable exposure to international standards in hotel operations, guest services, and luxury management.

This practical experience complements the rigorous academic curriculum at Vatel, equipping students with the skills and confidence needed to excel in competitive global markets.

Sheikh Khaled bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, General Director of Vatel Bahrain, highlighted the importance of this partnership in bridging theory and practice.

Paul Dunphy, Complex General Manager of both The Westin and Le Méridien City Centre Bahrain, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, noting, “We are pleased to offer students the opportunity to train within our state-of-the-art facilities.”

“This partnership allows them to gain firsthand insight into international hotel operations, enhancing their academic knowledge and future career prospects. We are proud to support the development of Bahraini talent and the future leaders of the tourism and hospitality sectors.”

Founded in France in 1981, Vatel Hospitality School has grown into a global network with 55 campuses across 33 countries.

Its Bahrain campus, established in 2018, has quickly become a cornerstone for hospitality education in the region, consistently ranked among the top hospitality management schools worldwide.

This MoU strengthens Vatel Bahrain’s commitment to delivering industry-relevant education and fostering close ties with leading hospitality operators.

As Bahrain continues to position itself as a regional hub for tourism and hospitality, partnerships like this one between Vatel Bahrain and Marriott’s flagship hotels will play a crucial role in developing the skilled workforce needed to sustain the sector’s growth and international competitiveness.

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