Hotel Manager - Al Ain Palace Hotel

Al Ain Palace Hotel; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Ain Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi invites applications for an energetic Hotel Manager to lead operations, elevate guest experiences, and drive financial performance while upholding the hotel’s heritage.

The role demands hands-on leadership, team development, revenue optimization, budgeting, and strong stakeholder engagement with UAE/GCC hospitality experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hotel operations leadership within the hospitality industry.
• Strong commercial acumen and business management skills.
• Passion for guest service and people leadership.
• Ability to inspire teams and create a culture of excellence.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• UAE/GCC hospitality experience is a must.
• Has held a hotel management position with tangible success record for at least 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of hotel operations, ensuring the highest service standards.
• Drive guest satisfaction, reputation management, and service excellence initiatives.
• Manage and develop a high-performing team through effective leadership and coaching.
• Maximize revenue opportunities while maintaining cost efficiencies.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Strengthen relationships with corporate clients, travel partners, and the local community.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement across all departments.

Skills

Hotel operations leadership

Commercial acumen

People leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Inspiration & culture

Job description

For decades, Al Ain Palace Hotel has been a landmark of hospitality in Abu Dhabi, welcoming guests from around the world and earning a reputation for warm service and authentic Arabian hospitality. As one of the city's longest-established hotels, we are proud of our heritage and excited about our future.

We are seeking an energetic, visionary, and experienced Hotel Manager to lead our team, elevate guest experiences, and drive operational excellence while honoring the legacy of a hotel that has played a part in Abu Dhabi's remarkable growth.

About the Role

As Hotel Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and performance of the hotel, ensuring exceptional guest satisfaction, strong financial results, and a positive workplace culture. This role requires a hands‑on leader who thrives in a dynamic hospitality environment and is passionate about delivering memorable guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of hotel operations, ensuring the highest service standards.
• Drive guest satisfaction, reputation management, and service excellence initiatives.
• Manage and develop a high‑performing team through effective leadership and coaching.
• Maximize revenue opportunities while maintaining cost efficiencies.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Strengthen relationships with corporate clients, travel partners, and the local community.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement across all departments.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in hotel operations leadership within the hospitality industry.
• Strong commercial acumen and business management skills.
• Passion for guest service and people leadership.
• Ability to inspire teams and create a culture of excellence.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• UAE/GCC hospitality experience is a must.
• Has held a hotel management position with tangible success record for at least 3 years.