New GM appointed for Hilton Garden Inn Bahrain Bay hotel

Hilton has appointed Alena Sodal as General Manager of Hilton Garden Inn Bahrain Bay, the 192-key, four-star hotel directly connected to The Avenues Mall on Manama’s waterfront, overlooking Bahrain Bay and the city skyline. She steps into the role following her promotion from Director of Operations at the same property.

 

In her new position, Sodal will oversee all aspects of the hotel’s operations, with a focus on strengthening guest satisfaction, empowering team members and further consolidating the property’s status as a preferred choice for business and leisure travellers in Bahrain.

 

With more than 12 years of international hospitality experience across Europe, the Middle East and Central Asia, she brings extensive operational insight, leadership skills and a proven commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

 

Sodal’s career includes roles across several Hilton properties, among them Hilton Bahrain City Centre Hotel, The Plaza Doha LXR Hotels & Resorts and Hilton Garden Inn Astana in Kazakhstan. 

 

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Prior to joining Hilton, she served as General Manager at Minsk Marriott Hotel and has held senior management positions with Westin and The Peninsula Hotels, where she took on director-level roles in Chicago and Beijing, further broadening her global perspective.

 

Describing herself as a “passionate hotelier and hospitality expert”, Sodal says she has been successful across her roles in bringing “significant changes and contributions” with a strong focus on improving financial results. 

 

Speaking on her appointment, she added: “I’m truly honoured to lead the incredible team at Hilton Garden Inn Bahrain Bay and to continue my journey with Hilton in Bahrain. For me, it’s all about people, creating a welcoming and caring environment where every guest feels personally valued. It’s the little touches, the thoughtfulness in every interaction, that set us apart and make each stay memorable. To make those experiences possible, I lead by trusting, supporting and opening doors for our team, because when people feel empowered, extraordinary things happen."

 

Opened in 2021, Hilton Garden Inn Bahrain Bay features contemporary, bay-facing rooms and suites, many of them interconnecting, along with an infinity pool overlooking the bay, a fitness centre and casual all-day dining at Together & Co. Positioned as an upscale yet affordable choice on Manama’s waterfront, the property targets business travellers, families and weekend leisure guests seeking convenience and comfort with direct access to The Avenues Mall.

 

For more information, visit hilton-garden-inn-bahrain-bay