Gulf Hotels Group B.S.C. Overview
Pro stress-test →Gulf Hotels Group is a public limited liability company quoted on the Bahrain Stock Exchange, incorporated in 1967. The Bahrain-based company is engaged in provision of hotel services and import and sale of beverages, operating in three segments: Hotel room operations, Food and beverages, and Investments and other activities. The company has established a regional footprint with properties across the GCC region and Sri Lanka.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →Gulf Hotels Group announced in November 2023 its expansion into Saudi Arabia as a priority market where the Group would establish a representative office in Riyadh. Recently the Group launched Gulf Catering to provide institutional, corporate and large-scale event services, supporting its strategy to diversify the business portfolio and deliver integrated solutions. The company continues to strengthen its competitive position through portfolio diversification, regional expansion, and digital transformation initiatives.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →Gulf Hotels Group owns and operates properties including Gulf Hotel and Crown Plaza Hotels in Bahrain, Gulf Court Hotel Business Bay in Dubai, and GHG Colombo in Sri Lanka, with majority revenue from Bahrain and rest from UAE and Sri Lanka. The company competes in the regional hospitality sector against international chains (IHG, Accor) and local operators, differentiating through heritage brand positioning and diversified service offerings.
Industry Context
Gulf Hotels Group B.S.C. operates in Hotels and Resorts / Hospitality Services.
Key facts
Founded: 1967 · Headquarters: Manama, Bahrain · Employees: 1,171 · Revenue: $97.3M · Market cap: $242M