Rotana appoints Chadi Nicolas as general manager in Ras Al Khaimah

Rotana appointed Chadi Nicolas as general manager of Rotana Ras Al Khaimah – The Mangroves, according to Hotelier Middle East. The property's operating strategy targets revenue from dining, events and recreation alongside room bookings. Chadi Saloum was named director of culinary at The Cove Rotana Resort in Ras Al Khaimah, Caterer Middle East reported.

Culinary appointment at The Cove Rotana Resort#

Chadi Saloum brings more than 30 years of experience to the director of culinary role at The Cove Rotana Resort, according to Caterer Middle East. The appointment was confirmed by the publication in January 2025. Saloum previously held positions at the same resort, the source stated. The Cove Rotana Resort operates in Ras Al Khaimah as part of the Rotana portfolio.

Revenue strategy at Rotana Ras Al Khaimah – The Mangroves#

The general manager's opening team at Rotana Ras Al Khaimah – The Mangroves is working to establish dining, events and recreation as revenue streams, Hotelier Middle East reported. The strategy aims to position the hotel as a regular destination for residents of Ras Al Khaimah, the source stated. Nicolas leads the team implementing this approach at the property.

Rotana's Ras Al Khaimah portfolio#

Rotana operates two properties in Ras Al Khaimah: Rotana Ras Al Khaimah – The Mangroves and The Cove Rotana Resort. Both properties are located in the emirate and serve the hospitality market in the northern region of the United Arab Emirates. The appointments at both properties were announced in January 2025.

Management structure#

Chadi Nicolas holds the general manager position at Rotana Ras Al Khaimah – The Mangroves, while Chadi Saloum serves as director of culinary at The Cove Rotana Resort. The two appointments were reported separately by trade publications covering the Middle East hospitality sector. Both executives are now in post at their respective properties.