Saurav Puri joins as multi-property general manager
Dubai, United Arab Emirates - The St. Regis Downtown Dubai, Delta Hotels by Marriott, Dubai Investment Park, and Marriott Residences Al Barsha South, Dubai are pleased to announce the appointment of Saurav Puri as Multi-Property General Manager. With over 17 years of leadership experience in the hospitality industry, Saurav brings a wealth of expertise in driving operational excellence, enhancing guest experiences, and strengthening brand positioning across highly competitive markets.
Saurav's journey in hospitality began with Marriott International in 2008, where he built a strong foundation in commercial strategy before transitioning into key leadership roles across the Asia Pacific and Middle East regions.
In 2014, Saurav transitioned to the Middle East, where he quickly ascended through key leadership roles. As Area Director of Revenue Management, he was pivotal in expanding market share and driving financial growth across a varied portfolio, demonstrating his ability to adapt and thrive in a competitive landscape. Throughout his career, he has successfully worked in high-profile properties, including W Dubai – The Palm, The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai, and St. Regis The Palm, delivering transformative results in financial growth, operational efficiency, and service excellence, including the Task Force General Manager at W Dubai – The Palm.
Most recently, during his tenure at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai—first as Director of Operations and later as Hotel Manager, the hotel achieved a prestigious Forbes 5-Star rating, earned the Dubai Quality Award, and consistently exceeded performance benchmarks through enhanced guest satisfaction and operational efficiency, a testament to his ability to elevate standards and exceed performance benchmarks.
I am truly honored to step into this role and lead these iconic properties," said Saurav Puri. "Dubai is a global leader in hospitality, and I am excited to collaborate with our exceptionally talented teams to elevate guest experiences, drive innovation, and build upon the legacy of excellence that defines these properties.
I sincerely thank the RDK Group and Marriott International for their trust, vision, and support.
Together, we will strengthen our position in the market and continue redefining luxury hospitality."
Saurav's appointment underscores the group's dedication to strong leadership and long-term success. Under his guidance, The St. Regis Downtown Dubai, Delta Hotels by Marriott, Dubai Investment Park, and Marriott Residences Al Barsha South, Dubai will continue to evolve, offering world-class service and unforgettable experiences for business and leisure travelers alike.
For more information, please visit https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/dxbdx-the-st-regis-downtown-dubai/overview/
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About St. Regis Hotels & Resorts
Combining timeless glamour with a vanguard spirit, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, Inc., is committed to delivering exquisite experiences at nearly 50 luxury hotels and resorts in the best addresses worldwide. Beginning with the debut of The St. Regis Hotel in New York by John Jacob Astor IV at the dawn of the twentieth century, the brand has remained committed to an uncompromising level of bespoke and anticipatory service for all of its guests, delivered flawlessly by the signature St. Regis Butler Service. For more information and new openings, visit stregis.com or follow Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. St. Regis is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits, including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enrol for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.marriott.com.
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