The hotel was opened in 1998 and extensively upgraded in 2001. Well known throughout the Middle East as the 'Pyramid of the Gulf,' the comfortable hotel features 363 rooms and suites with excellent service and 26 conference rooms for business guests. This air-conditioned hotel has a lobby, a hairdressing salon, a bar and a restaurant. Room service and laundry service are also provided, as well as a car park for those arriving by car.