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Marina West this week announced the launch of the development's showcase hotel.
Rixos Marina West Hotel is set to open in April, 2010, with the aim of bridging the "rich lifestyle of ancient Turkish culture with modern day luxury".
Mahmood Janahi, Marina West managing director said: "It is with great pleasure I have to announce the signing with Rixos Hotels Group to manage our first prestigious and ultra exclusive hotel at Marina West.
"The hotel is a strategic and important addition to our growing portfolio. I'm sure Rixos Hotels' standards for customer service excellence and luxury hospitality ensures that the hotel will be one of the truly great destinations to experience in Bahrain.
"We chose Rixos Hotels because it has a comprehensive track record in regional service and hospitality expertise and we wanted nothing but the best for Marina West customers."
Rixos Hotels was established by Fettah Tamince in 2000 in Antalya, the capital of Turkey's tourism industry. The concept of "All Inclusive - All Exclusive" was developed at Rixos Hotels and represents its brand image.
The company's strategy is to promote the spirit of Turkish hospitality and service which is integral to Turkish culture and tradition whilst providing "an unforgettable stay" at all Rixos properties.
Chairman Fettah Tamince said: "We are planning to extend the success we have achieved as the premier brand in hotel accommodation in Turkey and neighbouring countries to new investments around the globe: to be where our customers want us to be.
"We believe we have the values, expertise and determination to become a famous global brand in the hospitality industry. You will soon find us in many places around the world."
The hotel group is also renowned for putting on high-class entertainment within its hotels with acrobats, festivals, comedy shows, music groups, beach parties, fearless fire-eaters and other world-class performers.
