{"id":92306,"date":"2026-05-07T12:07:08","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T12:07:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diyhaven858.wasmer.app\/index.php\/kerten-hospitality-expands-kuwait-footprint-with-ray-hotel-by-cloud-7-in-mangaf-news\/"},"modified":"2026-05-07T12:07:08","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T12:07:08","slug":"kerten-hospitality-expands-kuwait-footprint-with-ray-hotel-by-cloud-7-in-mangaf-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diyhaven858.wasmer.app\/index.php\/kerten-hospitality-expands-kuwait-footprint-with-ray-hotel-by-cloud-7-in-mangaf-news\/","title":{"rendered":"KERTEN HOSPITALITY EXPANDS KUWAIT FOOTPRINT WITH RAY HOTEL BY CLOUD 7 IN MANGAF | News"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n\t\t\t<!--sse--> <\/p>\n<figure class=\"image_right news_image_caption\" style=\"width:300px\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.breakingtravelnews.com\/images\/sized\/images\/uploads\/hotel\/Ray_Hotel_by_Cloud_7-300x0.jpg\" alt=\"KERTEN HOSPITALITY EXPANDS KUWAIT FOOTPRINT WITH RAY HOTEL BY CLOUD 7 IN MANGAF\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n<p>Global lifestyle hospitality leader Kerten Hospitality has assumed operations of Ray Hotel by Cloud 7, a contemporary lifestyle destination on the Arabian Gulf in Mangaf. The project marks the next chapter in Kerten Hospitality\u2019s growth in Kuwait, where the group has been operational since 2021 with The House Hotel Al Khiran.<\/p>\n<p>Building on the success of its Al Khiran property, Ray by Cloud 7 Hotels represents Kerten\u2019s continued commitment to reshaping the region\u2019s hospitality offering &#8211; one that is experience-led, community-driven, and locally rooted.<br \/>\u201cRay Hotel by Cloud 7 represents more than just a hotel opening &#8211; it marks the start of a new era for Mangaf\u2019s hospitality scene and the continuation of our story in Kuwait,\u201d said Marloes Knippenberg, CEO of Kerten Hospitality. \u201cSince opening The House Hotel Al Khiran, we\u2019ve seen a growing appetite for destinations that go beyond accommodation to create a sense of belonging. This new project is designed to connect travellers and residents alike, reflecting Kuwait\u2019s energy and creativity through lifestyle experiences and community engagement.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Operating under the Cloud 7 brand, Ray Hotel by Cloud 7 will offer an elevated yet approachable stay experience &#8211; balancing style, comfort, and connection. Located along the Arabian Gulf, the property features upscale accommodation, diverse dining concepts, wellness and fitness facilities, and flexible event spaces designed to support both leisure and business guests.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cKuwait\u2019s hospitality landscape is evolving rapidly and at Al-Nawadi Holding we are proud to be at the forefront of that transformation,\u201d commented Nawaf Abdullah Al-Refai, CEO, Al-Nawadi Holding. \u201cPartnering with Kerten Hospitality to bring the Ray Hotel by Cloud 7 to Kuwait is a testament to our shared vision of delivering lifestyle-driven experiences. This collaboration marks a significant milestone, not only for our portfolio, but for the broader hospitality market in Kuwait. We look forward to working alongside Kerten Hospitality\u2019s exceptional team to create a destination that resonates with both local guests and international travellers alike\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>A central part of Kerten\u2019s ethos, local collaboration will play a key role in shaping the property\u2019s guest experience. The hotel will showcase partnerships with local artisans, creators, and culinary talent, making it a cultural and social hub for both visitors and the surrounding community.<\/p>\n<p>The opening reinforces Kerten Hospitality\u2019s broader expansion across the GCC, where the group continues to deliver sustainable, lifestyle-driven destinations that connect people and place -turning every stay into a story.<\/p>\n<nav class=\"post-navigation hidden-print clearfix\">\n<div class=\"prev-article col-md-6 col-sm-6 col-xs-12\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<cite>Older<\/cite><\/p>\n<h3>Emirates Group achieves record profit of AED 24.4 bn (US$ 6.6 bn) in 2025-26<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/nav>\n<p>\t\t\t<!--\/sse-->\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Global lifestyle hospitality leader Kerten Hospitality has assumed operations of Ray Hotel by Cloud 7, a contemporary lifestyle destination on the Arabian Gulf in Mangaf. 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