“Grand Park Hotel Jeddah is one of the recent additions to the 4 star category hotels in Jeddah city list. Built and established in 2014, the hotel boasts an advantage over other hotels of the same category due to its location and other amenities (such as all English-speaking staff, facilities for disabled people, etc.). At the beginning of the field visit, the presentation of the hotel was given by Mr. Khurram Zeeshan, Training Manager of Grand Park. At a glance, Grand Park hosts a wide range of general features such as: Say no to plagiarism. Get a tailor-made essay on "Why Violent Video Games Shouldn't Be Banned"? Receive an original essayFree WiFi24-hour serviceEasy check-in/check-outPoolFitness center/GymSpa and relaxation centerBreakfastFood/drinkMeeting FascilityThe Grand Park is often the choice for many travelers from different cities and regions due to the hotel's features aimed at audience of families and spouses. These highlights fulfill the desire to make it the choice to differentiate the hotel from other choices in the same category. Some of the strong points of this hotel are: a good location which makes it close to the largest shopping center in Jeddah; Arabia Mall; of approximately 4 km. The VIP services include a wide range of assorted delicacies which are: fruit basket, biscuits, fresh fruit juices, cakes and chocolates, drinks for anniversaries/birthdays (non-alcoholic) Possibility of the hotel to reserve for guests the their hotel rooms have an anniversary or birthday theme (only for married couples). Therefore the room is decorated according to the required theme. Availability of free Wi-Fi for residents of Grand Park (very attractive) No worries about arrival time for night flight passengers; the hotel offers 24/7 service. Often during the summer season there is a seasonal contract with a water park located in Corniche, Jeddah, where a shuttle service will come and go from the hotel and bring the families at destination. This makes it easier for families to enjoy the weekend at ease without the worry of traveling to their destination. Good parking spaces for hotel residents located in the basement for staying guests. And as for guests of the hotel's banquet halls there is ample parking all around the hotel with easy access to the main road Qurayesh Street. This way there are no problems when parking in the busy hotel life. The Grand Park would prove to be one of the best all-round family hotels currently present in the 4-star category in the city's hotel offering. For those families who wish to live in the city with close access to the mall and other nearby landmarks, the Grand Park hotel offers a convenient place for those who enjoy a fast-paced lifestyle with its unmatched premium amenities in response time from the staff. The hotel's positioning according to Google Maps shows us how the Grand Park has quick access to almost many major attractions and landmarks. Towards the west is the beach and corniche area, where high-rise hotels and entertainment attractions are available, including Shatee'e Water Park, Al-Shallal Theme Park, etc. Towards the north, about 4-5 km, there is a straight main road leading to the airport terminals and Mall of Arabia. Heading south they will take families to the historic city of Jeddah. And finally towards the east they will lead us to the residential neighborhoods of the city's residents. It was very important for the staff (including interns like me) to know exactly what kind of customers we expected by learning thepositioning of the hotel. We had to know the main tourist attractions available in the region and so we were there to help families find their way to the attractions they required. Often these families came during the holiday period and rarely during the holiday Ramadan period. It was during the Eid season that families came in droves for the holidays. The lobby area was beautifully designed and constructed to fit the modern aesthetic of the time. With its marble floor and bright ambient lights, it truly deserves the look and feel of a 4-star hotel. The large, spacious area in the center forms the entrance to the hotel with the reception facing the door opposite the hotel entrance. The design and placement needed to give residents and guests a sense of awe and wonder when they enter the hotel to admire the perfect choice they have made. To the right of this corridor is the lounge area. A set of sofas and a refreshment area have been set up for tired guests arriving with luggage in tow to rest while their rooms are tidied up and prepared. With the exquisite golden and off-white color combination, the place conveys a sense of royalty and kindness to the hotel's newcomers. At the end of the corridor to the left of the reception is the point where it divides into two ends, to the right is access to the elevators for hotel residents, and to the left are the banquet rooms. The recreational and relaxing facilities provided by the hotel include:Spa & wellness centerIndoor swimming poolSaunaFitness centerOutdoor swimming poolJacuzziSolariumMassageTurkish bathTurkish bathSun terraceEntertainmentTheatreWhich is located on the first floor of the Hotel, easily accessible from the lifts. The pool is relatively one of the small pools in a hotel, intended solely for relaxation. It's not that large or spacious, but good enough for a family to dive in and relax by leaning on the edges. It is an outdoor swimming pool which is accessed from the opening on the 1st floor of the hotel. Please note: this is just an example. Get a custom paper from our expert writers now. Get a Custom Essay There are seating areas with umbrellas attached to its structure for people to sit and relax under the warm sun. The ambient lighting in this place makes the weather less of a worry, as it sets the mood for a beautiful evening. The Terrace. A beautiful outdoor seating area at the Grand Park Hotel. Located at the top of the building, La Terrace offers residents and guests a wonderful outdoor seating area to relax and unwind in the evening. Works Cited Abdullah, F., & Zahari, M.S.M. (2020). Factors influencing the choice of star hotels: a study of hotel guests in Malaysia. Journal of Tourism, Hospitality and Culinary Arts, 12(2), 27-39.Al-Rashed, M.K., & Isa, M.R. (2016). 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