London's Ritz Hotel Sold To Qatari Investor: Law Firm
Umer Jamshaid Published March 30, 2020 | 06:21 PM
Luxury London hotel The Ritz, currently shut owing to the coronavirus outbreak, has been sold to a Qatari buyer, lawyers overseeing the deal have confirmed, for reportedly just under $1.0 billion
London, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 30th Mar, 2020 ) :Luxury London hotel The Ritz, currently shut owing to the coronavirus outbreak, has been sold to a Qatari buyer, lawyers overseeing the deal have confirmed, for reportedly just under $1.0 billion.
"It is a privilege to become the owner of the iconic Ritz Hotel and have the opportunity to build on its innate style and grand traditions," the unnamed buyer said a statement issued by law firm Macfarlanes.
"During this COVID-19 crisis, our first priority is towards the staff of The Ritz, who together are the essence of The Ritz's 115-year-old reputation.
"Once this pandemic has passed, we look forward to re-opening the hotel and to sharing our longer-term plans," the statement added.
The hotel had been owned by billionaire brothers Frederick and David Barclay since 1995.
The 18th century hotel overlooks Green Park in central London close to Buckingham Palace, home to Queen Elizabeth II.
The plush hotel boasts 136 rooms, ranging from 650 ($794) per night for the cheapest room to more than 6,000 for the most expensive suite.
The landmark hotel closed its doors to guests earlier this month for the first time since it opened in 1906.
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