Al-Jawaher Reception & Convention Centre (JRCC) has signed an agreement with Marriott International to bring Courtyard by Marriott brand to Sharjah. Expected to open in 2023, Courtyard by Marriott Sharjah will be located near the Sharjah Airport, in close proximity to the convention center and will endorse JRCC’s vision to expand into the hotel industry.
Hanan Al-Mahmoud, CEO of JRCC, said: “The agreement with Marriott International is designed to strategically position us as an integrated and comprehensive hospitality services provider for all our clients and visitors attending official or private events hosted at JRCC, and is in line with our objectives to contribute to the fast-growing tourism sector in Sharjah. We are committed to providing our clients a world-class experience whether they come into Sharjah on holiday or to attend any events hosted at JRCC.”
The 8,000-square-meter hotel will comprise 180 guest rooms with a modern design, plush bedding and flexible workspaces, including a royal suite for VIP guests. Facilities at the hotel are expected to include a spa, a gymnasium, a lounge, a multi-cuisine restaurant and MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions) facilities.
Al-Mahmoud added: “Building the hotel with a world-famous hospitality brand in Sharjah is a qualitative step by JRCC to advance the emirate’s hospitality, catering and guest services sector, and bolster our position as an important driver of Sharjah’s economic diversification process.”
“We are delighted to be working with JRCC to bring Courtyard by Marriott to Sharjah,” said Jerome Briet, chief development officer, Middle East and Africa, Marriott International. “The hotel will be a significant addition to our rapidly growing portfolio in the UAE and underscores the traction our brands are gaining.”
JRCC provides hospitality services in the Northern Emirates, offering a range of in-house services, including logistics, audio and visual, catering, communications and event planning services.
