Vincent David of Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha

Vincent David is a distinguished hospitality leader and the General Manager of Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha, recognized globally for his ability to elevate luxury experiences through high-performance leadership, people-first culture, and modern guest-centric strategy. In 2025, he was honored as one of Luxury Lifestyle Awards’ TOP 100 Hotel General Managers of the World, a prestigious recognition celebrating his outstanding impact on the industry and his contribution to excellence in luxury hospitality.

Located on Doha’s iconic waterfront, Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha holds a special place in Qatar’s tourism heritage as the first five-star hotel ever to open in the country, and today stands as Qatar’s first all-inclusive beach resort. Under Vincent David’s leadership, the property continues to build on its legacy while embracing innovation—refining the all-inclusive concept into a complete lifestyle destination that blends elevated service, entertainment, gastronomy, wellness, and family-focused luxury.

Vincent’s leadership style is defined by high standards combined with a strong human focus. He believes exceptional results come from respecting people, setting clear expectations, and empowering teams to excel. This philosophy has shaped a culture of accountability, passion, and “guest obsession,” ensuring every department understands its role in delivering a seamless and memorable guest journey. Operationally, his approach emphasizes structured organization, open communication, talent development, and data-driven decision-making—strengthening both service consistency and performance outcomes.

A committed advocate for employee growth, Vincent actively invests in training, cross-exposure, upskilling, and leadership development. He reinforces engagement through regular round-table lunches, department meetings, and recognition programs that celebrate top performers and inspire ownership at every level. This leadership has supported stronger retention and career progression within the hotel and the wider Rixos organization.

For Vincent David, modern luxury is no longer defined by opulence alone—it is defined by how guests feel: time well spent, freedom of choice, personalized attention, comfort, and joy. His vision continues to position Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha as a flagship luxury all-inclusive destination and a benchmark for hospitality excellence in Qatar and the region.