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THE ROYAL VILLA AT SHARQ VILLAGE AND SPA
BEIT AL SHYOUKH – HOME OF ROYALTY

The 2.099 sq. m. Royal Villa of Sharq Village & Spa aptly named “Beit Al Shyoukh” is a testament to the rich and varied Qatari heritage. The experience is simultaneously authentic and contemporary blending traditional elements with contemporary interpretations of patterns, fabrics and colors.

The design of The Royal Villa is based on a traditional ornate Sheikh’s palace decorated with beautiful furnishings and treasures from around the orient, which makes this an experience steeped in detail and tradition.

Divided into two wings one of which is a recreational annex, connected via overhead walkway, the accommodation wing houses the royal suite, guest suite, a pair of two-bedroom suites and a pair of king suites, along with majlis seating areas, study and dining room.

The lavish inner majlis and private dining room of The Royal Villa are separated by double wooden sliding doors while allowing for intimate seating, groupings and moments of reflection and interest. All aspects of detailing refer back to authentic Qatari motifs-handrails, stone carvings, and inlaid mosaics create a sense of continuity and refinement that assists to reinforce the legend behind Sharq Village & Spa.

An elegantly appointed study with majestic hand carved wooden desk inlaid with marble with outdoor patio complements the Qatari themed royal villa, while offering technology that is integrated into the décor of the space.

The Royal Suite of the Villa is designed to blend tradition and Arabian influence with the most modern of amenities. A large iron studded wood door is the first indication that what lies ahead is a unique palatial experience. A four poster, canopied bed sitting atop a polished marble platform and Persian carpets are all part of this magnificent environment. Bed linens are amongst the finest in the world with 1050 thread-count sheets by the Italian house of Frette. Completing


the lavish surroundings is the en-suite walk in wardrobe and bath which is tiled by prized Brazilian blue marble. The Jacuzzi tub surrounded by indigo hued mosaic tiles veined with 18K gold add the regal touch, complemented by bath amenities from Acqua di Parma and lotions with 23K golf leaf by Linden Leaves. Separate shower with steam and glass enclosed WC facilities.

Adjacent to accommodation wing of The Royal Villa is the luxurious annex area, a separate building designed to reveal a secret sanctuary of indulgence and well being. Water features and meandering corridors lead to a strikingly designed indoor temperature controlled swimming pool complete with a custom-built water fall, an indoor state of the art gymnasium with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf, Jacuzzi, a multipurpose bar area and a chefs kitchen is perfect for social purposes. Other amenities include rain forest showers, an oversized locker room, sauna, a steam and a luxurious wet treatment room equipped with a heated stone massage bed, the treatment room opens onto an outdoor veranda outfitted with a hand made bathtub and outdoor shower facilities.

The design team focused on detail, texture and colour throughout the entire creative process. According to Pascale Julien the interior designer for Qatar National Hotels, “the textural elements are reminiscent of the natural beauty of the area. The sea and the rugged landscape that are symbolic of Qatar are all represented throughout Beit Al Shoukh. This is opulence at its very best," explains Julian. "It was all about creating a lavish yet traditional environment that would inspire long, leisurely experiences while capturing the true beauty of the Qatari lifestyle."

General Manager, Hossein Vetry mentions, “No detail was spared in creating this ultimate haven for our most important guests with the most luxurious of furnishings and facilities. However it will be the elite team of Ladies and Gentlemen who staff The Royal Villa who complete the regal experience that a stay in the villa offers.”

Service offerings include Rolls Royce transfers for the head of the villa, a chauffer driven BMW on standby, personal butler including ladies’ butler, five culinary and beverage presentations with continual replenishment of fruit, beverage and open bar of house pours, personal chef and trainer. Upon sunset, a narguileh (water pipe) cart with a selection of over 30 tobacco varietals, Arabic sweets, dates and nut platter will be available at the exterior majlis which overlooks the sea.

Operated by The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, B.V., Sharq Village and Spa is a luxury beachfront property situated on the Persian Gulf, 15 minutes from the city centre. Modelled after a traditional Qatari village, the 174 room resort blends authentic Arabian architecture with the very latest in modern comforts and amenities. Services and facilities include restaurants and lounges serving Middle Eastern and Western cuisine with outdoor dining options, a cigar lounge and rooftop shisha terrace; a 6,500 square meter Six Senses Spa with 23 treatment rooms, private ladies’ areas, and two outdoor pools; and over 1,130 square meters of conference space that includes two magnificent ballrooms, a boardroom and a grand reception foyer. For more information or reservations, please visit www.sharqvillage.com / www.ritzcarlton.com or call +974 425 6666.