Marriott Bonvoy's Portfolio of Longer Stay Brands Announces the Debut of Marriott Executive Apartments in Doha

Doha, 1 April 2021 Marriott Executive Apartments, part of Marriott Bonvoys portfolio of 30 leading brands, has announced its debut in Qatar with the opening of Marriott Executive Apartments City Center Doha. Owned by Al Rayyan Tourism Investment Company (ARTIC), the elevated serviced apartments answer to the rapidly growing demand for longer stay accommodations which offer a sophisticated experience with amenities and services that mirror the comforts of home.

"We are pleased to build on our fantastic relationship with ARTIC and open the first Marriott Executive Apartments in Qatar. With the current trend for'bleisure'travel, we believe this opening will cater for guests looking to mix business and leisure travel by creating a'home from home'feeling for their longer stay," said Safak Guvenc, Area Vice President, Gulf, Levant and Turkey, Marriott International.

"This opening reflects ARTIC's investment strategy focused on high quality hospitality assets in premium destinations that enable us to create significant additional value through redevelopment, rebranding or reformatting in partnership with leading global operators like Marriott International. Marriott Executive Apartments City Center Doha enhances our extended stay and serviced apartment offering and underlines our commitment to providing a full range of accommodation at the highest quality and standards of service. This is one of six properties in Qatar that we plan to launch with Marriott International this year, as we continue to balance our growing portfolio of operating assets with a healthy future project pipeline and contribute to the continuing expansion and range of Qatar's hospitality sector in the process," said Mr. Tarek El Sayed, CEO and Managing Director, ARTIC.

Marriott Executive Apartments City Center Doha features 254 modern residential apartments. The spacious studio, one, two and three-bedroom apartments offer separate living, sleeping and working areas so guests can live comfortably and thrive during their stay.

At Marriott Executive Apartments City Center Doha guests can dine at Campagnia caf, a bright, vibrant space where guests can relax, socialise or work while enjoying freshly baked pastries, healthy salads and wraps. Each apartment offers cooking facilities, allowing guests to dine as if at home.

During their stay guests will enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop pool with expansive views of Dohas skyline, an indoor pool with a jacuzzi, and a 24-hour well equipped fitness center.

Centrally located in West Bay, Dohas thriving business and diplomatic district, the hotel is in close proximity to Doha Exhibition Convention Center and City Center Mall, and is near to some of the citys most famous sites including the Qatar National Museum, Museum of Islamic Art, Doha Corniche, Souq Waqif and Katara Cultural Village. West Bay metro station is a short 5-minute walk from the hotel, while Hamad International Airport is a 21-kilometre drive.

"We are excited to welcome guests to enjoy a premium and trusted home-away-from-home experience at Marriott Executive Apartments in Doha. Our team are ambassadors of the guest journey and will provide tailored services so guests can connect, accomplish and explore during their stay," said Rick Enders, Multi-Property General Manager, Marriott International, Qatar.

To mark the opening of Marriott Executive Apartments City Center Doha guests staying between 1^st April 31^st August 2021 can earn 1,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night, in addition to a QAR 75 voucher to avail at Campagnia Cafe.

For more information, please visitwww.marriottexecutiveapartmentsdoha.com

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About Marriott Executive Apartments

Marriott Executive Apartments offer an elevated serviced apartment experience in more than 30 locations worldwide, designed to meet the corporate travelers long stay lodging needs. These elegant studio, 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom apartments are located in the heart of business, shopping and entertainment districts. They offer all the comfort guests would expect from Marriott, with separate sleeping, living and working areas, gourmet kitchens and features such asfitness and business centers, housekeeping and dedicated staff and security 24 hours a day.Most Marriott Executive Apartments can be found in gateway cities of emerging economies, primarily in the Middle East and Africa, Europe, South America and Asia.Members of the Marriott Bonvoy global travel program can earn points on their stay at Marriott Executive Apartments, redeemable across Marriott Bonvoys extraordinary portfolio of brands.