Mohammed returns to Corinthia Hotels following senior general management roles with leading international hospitality groups, including Anantara and Habitas. He has led award-winning destination properties such as Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara, Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara and Our Habitas Ras Abrouq, consistently elevating guest experience, strengthening brand positioning and driving strong market results.
A defining chapter in Mohammed’s career was his involvement in the opening of Corinthia London, a pioneering hotel for both the brand and the city, where he served as Executive Assistant Manager. As a member of the opening leadership team, he played a key role in establishing the hotel’s operational culture, service philosophy and long-term positioning, contributing to its status as a global flagship for the Corinthia brand.
During his previous tenure with Corinthia Hotels Mohammed held operational roles across five Corinthia properties, Corinthia Prague, Corinthia St Petersburg, Corinthia London, St Georges Bay, Corinthia St George’s Bay Malta and Corinthia Tripoli, giving him rare, in-depth understanding of the brand across diverse markets and stages of operation. Having played a formative role in the opening and establishment of many within Corinthia’s portfolio, he now returns to the brand to lead a defining milestone, the launch of Corinthia’s first hotel in the GCC.
In his role as General Manager, Mohammed will lead the pre-opening phase and full operational launch of Corinthia Gewan Island Qatar, overseeing all aspects of strategy, operations and brand delivery. His appointment reflects Corinthia’s commitment to placing seasoned leadership with deep brand heritage at the helm of its most significant developments.
“This appointment reflects Corinthia’s long-term commitment to leadership shaped from within the brand. Having worked across multiple Corinthia properties, Mohammed brings a deep, lived understanding of our culture, standards and values. His return to lead our first hotel in the GCC marks an important milestone for the group, and he is exceptionally well placed to guide Corinthia Gewan Island Qatar as we enter this new chapter in the region,” commented Simon P. Casson, Chief Executive Officer, Corinthia Hotels.
Mohammed Wazir, General Manager, Corinthia Gewan Island Qatar: “I am honoured to lead Corinthia Hotel Gewan Island, Doha, as General Manager during this pivotal pre-opening phase. Returning to the Corinthia family after valued roles, I am committed to our shared vision of exceptional craftsmanship and genuine hospitality. In partnership with our esteemed owner UDC, we will deliver a grand boutique-luxury sanctuary that captures Qatar’s elegance and innovation, and creating lasting guest memories.”
Nestled in Gewan Island, the luxury destination will be developed as a contemporary expression of Corinthia’s heritage, combining refined design, exceptional service, and a strong sense of place. Corinthia Gewan Island Qatar will mark the brand’s debut in the GCC and a significant step in its global expansion, alongside Corinthia Dubai, which is set to open in 2030.
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About Corinthia Hotels
Founded in Malta in 1968, Corinthia Hotels is a global hotel company with an expanding luxury portfolio. Corinthia has pioneered the ‘Grand Boutique’ hotel genre, blending the elegance of a grande dame with the energy of a lifestyle boutique hotel. From the original Corinthia Palace in Malta to hotels in London, New York and Brussels, the company is developing landmark properties in Rome, Doha, Riyadh and Dubai, alongside resorts in the Maldives and beyond. Combining Mediterranean soul with world-class culinary and wellness offerings and authentic service, Corinthia remains a leader in the hospitality sector with ambitious plans to further strengthen its position in global luxury. corinthia.com
