Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences sppoints Hassan El Wahidi as General Manager ahead of December 2025 Opening

BAHRAIN – Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences has announced the appointment of Hassan El Wahidi as general manager ahead of its highly anticipated launch scheduled for December 1, 2025.

With over 35 years in hospitality, El Wahidi brings extensive leadership experience managing luxury resorts and complex mixed-use developments across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

His portfolio includes prestigious properties such as Hilton Paris Charles de Gaulle, Hilton Cannes, Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa, Hilton Doha The Pearl Hotel & Residences, and Hilton Salwa Beach Resort & Villas.

Notably, he led a six-year mixed-use Hilton development in Dubai that integrated hospitality, retail, and lifestyle experiences into a vibrant destination.

Hilton Bahrain City Centre rises prominently in Manama’s Seef District, offering 594 residential-style studios, suites, and penthouses, all featuring fully equipped kitchens, designed to cater to both extended and short-stay guests with the comforts of home.

Guests will enjoy facilities including four restaurants and lounges, multiple swimming pools, a spa and wellness center with a cutting-edge fitness facility, Kids and Teens Clubs, plus stunning views of the city skyline and the Arabian Gulf.

El Wahidi said, “Leading Hilton Bahrain City Centre is both an honour and an exciting responsibility.”

“It is designed as a sophisticated destination that blends residential comfort with Hilton’s renowned hospitality standards, reflecting Bahrain’s warmth and pioneering modern hospitality in the region.”

Strategically located next to Bahrain City Centre Mall and in proximity to Bahrain Financial Harbour, The Avenues Mall, and the International Exhibition Centre, the property is well-positioned to serve business and leisure travelers alike.

Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences is part of Hilton Honors®, the award-winning loyalty program offering exclusive benefits such as flexible payment options, member discounts, free WiFi, and contactless technology via the Hilton Honors mobile app, enabling digital check-in and room access with Digital Key.

This new landmark property elevates the hospitality landscape in Bahrain, setting new standards for residential-style living combined with luxury hotel services.

Peter Johnson, Regional Vice President of Hilton Middle East, said, “Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel & Residences represents a bold step forward in hospitality excellence.”

“This unique blend of residential comfort and luxury hotel services sets a new standard in Bahrain, enhancing guest experiences and contributing to the vibrant Manama skyline.”

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