Mohammed Wazir Appointed General Manager of Corinthia Gewan Island Qatar
Corinthia Hotels has appointed Mohammed Wazir as General Manager of its first property in the GCC — Corinthia Gewan Island Qatar — ahead of the hotel’s opening in early 2027.
Pratyaksha Singh 
Corinthia Hotels Appoints New GM for Gewan Island Qatar
Corinthia Hotels has named Mohammed Wazir as General Manager of Corinthia Gewan Island Qatar, the brand’s first hotel in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, set to open in early 2027.
Experienced Hospitality Leader
Wazir returns to Corinthia Hotels after holding senior operational roles with brands including Anantara and Habitas. His portfolio includes leadership positions at Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara, Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara, and Our Habitas Ras Abrouq, among others.
Past Leadership and Brand Contributions
Earlier in his career, Wazir was part of the pre‑opening and management teams at several key properties, such as Corinthia London, Corinthia Prague, Corinthia St Petersburg, Corinthia St George’s Bay Malta and Corinthia Tripoli, demonstrating deep brand experience and operational expertise.
Overseeing Pre‑Opening and Launch
In his new role, Wazir will lead the pre‑opening phase and subsequent launch for Corinthia Gewan Island Qatar, focusing on operational strategy, brand standards and guest experience delivery as the hotel prepares to welcome its first guests.
Conclusion
Mohammed Wazir’s appointment reinforces Corinthia Hotels’ commitment to strong leadership and strategic growth in the Middle East, with Gewan Island Qatar marking an important milestone in the brand’s global expansion.
