How much luxury can Qatar sustain?

Al Gassar Resort, described as Qatar’s most luxurious waterfront residential destination, has opened with the first residents moving into their apartments.
The prestigious property will get another boost when The St Regis Doha marks its debut on February 28.
Al Gassar Resort is anticipated to be the new social and living hub of Doha, with its luxury living offerings, an abundance of services and amenities, magnificent royal ballroom and The St Regis Doha. 
Nestled between Qatar’s cultural village, Katara with its restaurants, water sports, leisure and cultural activities and the business district of West Bay, the new residents at Al Gassar Resort are in the optimum location to take full advantage of everything Doha has to offer. 
The luxurious fully-furnished apartments are ready for tenants to move into immediately, created with all the convenience of a hotel but with the comforts of a home. 
Each of the 422 elegantly furnished apartments come with high-speed wireless Internet access, a complete home entertainment and interactive TV system and top-of-the-range appliances. 
Mohamed Sleiman, assistant chief operating officer for Resorts Development Company, the master developer behind Al Gassar Resort, said: “It is with great pleasure that we welcome our very first tenants here at Al Gassar Resort. 
“We have been waiting for the day to present residents of Doha with a new type of lifestyle with the launch of this new resort. 
“Offering the finest levels of living and recreation space while maintaining absolute attention to detail with our service and facilities, Al Gassar Resort offers a truly unique and opulent home. 
“The response to this new residential offering from our first set of tenants has been overwhelming and we look forward to welcoming many more in the coming months.”
The opening of The St Regis Doha next month means that the residents of Al Gassar Resort will be able to take full advantage of the exciting opening season.
This architectural marvel brings a new meaning to luxury living and of extraordinary service to Qatar, with its superior finishing in every apartment, impeccable furniture, ample space and amenities, that comes with the added benefit of 24-hour services and The St Regis Doha next door. 
In addition, Al Gassar Resort provides ample shared spaces for residents to unwind, relax, keep fit or catch up on work. 
Extensive facilities on offer include swimming pools, tennis courts, a high-tech fitness and wellness centre, play areas and pools for children and a full-service business centre. 
“The unique services on offer combined with its prime location, really does make Al Gassar a one-of-a-kind community in Doha. We are extremely proud of the team, they have left nothing to chance, in creating this world-class resort destination,” added Sleiman.
Throughout 2012, Al Gassar Resort Hotel and Residences will transform into a thriving and exciting community, offering its visitors between both the Al Gassar Residential Towers and The St Regis Doha a memorable living and staying experience.
Among the attractions are outstanding outlets, exquisite dining options, pools and water sports, magnificent ballroom and conference facilities, state-of-the art finishing and furnishing, luxurious spa and wellness areas; all ensuring it is the ideal place for luxury living, whether short-term or long-term, in Doha.

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