Exclusive iPad services at Torch Doha

Once again Aspire Katara Investment & The Torch Doha in collaboration with Aspire Zone Foundation are gearing up for new Technology and introduced the in-Room iPad Solution for the first time in the Middle East.
The official launch took place at The Torch Doha on Sunday.
All 163 rooms and suites at The Torch are equipped with state-of-the-art iPads which offer guests customized in-room control such as: order from in-room dining, mood & ceiling lights control, curtain operation, room temperature control, access the Internet on iPad and TV, listen to music and radio, guest check-in & history clean-up, set pre-arrival requests, DND, MMR & door bell requests, read online newspapers and access their hotel account.
The Torch is the new flagship project situated at the heart of Doha’s Sports City, Aspire Zone.
Due to its exclusive concept, guests can now witness the latest technology under one roof. Aside from offering the finest amenities, such as LED TVs, a unique in-room mood light system featuring 12 different colors and 24/7 fresh food-and-beverage options, The Torch aims to bring technology together with dining experience and high-end amenities.
Hotel Manager at The Torch Doha, Sherif Sabry, says: “We have re-defined the idea of luxury service in the Middle East hospitality. Introducing the iPad system in all rooms and suites shows that our vision focuses on guest convenience, control and speed of service. Guests can now enjoy a new found autonomy while we streamlined our operation.”
The in Room iPad Solution is custom-built to allow guests to place DND and make-up requests for the room, control the mood light system and the curtains, listen to music, watch TV and access online newspapers and books.
The Torch has downloaded a Qibla locator app on all iPads which shows the multi-faceted functionality of the bi-lingual system.