At The Curve Hotel in Doha, this heart beats strong, because Mohamed Chebil makes it so. With over 16 years of experience, Mohamed has shaped more than just hotel operations; he’s cultivated a living, breathing culture of excellence where guest satisfaction and team empowerment go hand in hand.

The Silent Pulse Behind a Seamless Stay

With over 16 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Mohamed’s leadership as General Manager has been anchored in a set of principles that consistently define his approach. At the heart of his leadership style is a strong belief in leading by example. He emphasizes that demonstrating the standards one expects from others builds not only credibility but also inspires teams to deliver excellence.

Mohamed also champions a guest-first mindset. Every operational decision, from service innovation to team training, is ultimately directed toward enhancing the guest experience. According to him, true hospitality means putting guests at the center of every action and anticipating their needs before they voice them.

Another pillar of his leadership is empowering his team. He believes that trust, combined with accountability, fosters confidence and performance. By giving employees both the support and the autonomy to own their responsibilities, Mohamed cultivates a culture of ownership and pride.

Adaptability plays a critical role in his leadership, especially in an industry as fast-paced and ever-evolving as hospitality. Mohamed understands that staying open to innovation is essential to staying competitive. Paired with this is his dedication to clear communication and continuous staff development—two areas he sees as essential for aligning teams and preparing them for the future.

At The Curve Hotel, these principles are more than theory; they shape the daily culture and decision-making process, resulting in consistently high performance and guest satisfaction.

Design, Destination, and Distinction

The Curve Hotel’s architectural identity and strategic location aren’t just aesthetic advantages—they are integral to its brand and guest experience. Mohamed recognizes that in today’s competitive hospitality landscape, uniqueness is a key driver of loyalty and market positioning.

He and his team have worked to ensure that every element of the hotel’s design—its curves, ocean views, modern interiors, is more than just beautiful. It’s functional, immersive, and part of the story the hotel tells its guests. Whether it’s watching the sunrise over the Arabian Gulf or relaxing on a private balcony with city views, each room offers a curated experience.

This distinctiveness is woven into every facet of the guest journey. It’s reflected in how the hotel markets itself, how the staff interacts with visitors, and how special promotions and events are designed to take full advantage of the location and architecture.

Mohamed emphasizes that the value lies not just in having a great view or beautiful space, but in knowing how to leverage those features to deliver a seamless and memorable guest experience. From branding to daily operations, this approach has allowed The Curve Hotel to stand out, attract first-time visitors, and, more importantly, turn them into repeat guests.

The Making of a Market Leader

Every property Mohamed has led has offered its own identity, rhythm, and challenges. From his time at Somerset West Bay to his leadership at Ascott Doha, he has consistently delivered high-impact results. He fondly recalls Ascott Doha achieving the highest guest satisfaction score worldwide within The Ascott Limited group—an achievement he considers one of the proudest milestones of his career.

Yet, when asked which project has been both the most challenging and most rewarding, Mohamed doesn’t hesitate to name The Curve Hotel. Unlike properties with existing legacies, The Curve demanded a complete foundation: from assembling a high-performing team to establishing an entirely new brand presence in a competitive market.

The challenge lay in shaping a hotel's identity from scratch—defining its operations, service standards, and positioning within the luxury hospitality sector. But the reward was clear and tangible. Under Mohamed’s leadership, The Curve Hotel achieved strong guest satisfaction, operational excellence, and impressive market recognition. In 2017, the hotel reached the No. 1 position on TripAdvisor in Qatar—a moment that solidified the success of a carefully planned and passionately executed journey. Mohamed regards this chapter as a career highlight that deeply reflects both his personal growth and professional vision.

Driving Revenue with Precision and Purpose

Mohamed believes that sustainable revenue growth is a result of balance, insight, and strategy. At The Curve Hotel, he has implemented a proactive revenue management approach, leveraging real-time market intelligence to drive decisions. Dynamic pricing plays a central role—rates are continuously adjusted based on demand fluctuations, market behavior, and competitor positioning.

However, Mohamed is quick to emphasize that pricing strategies alone are not enough. Maintaining the perceived value of the guest experience is just as important. By ensuring excellence in service, offering personalized experiences, and innovating regularly, Mohamed ensures that guests feel they’re receiving value, not just a rate.

Targeted promotions during softer periods allow the hotel to drive occupancy without eroding the brand. This is paired with collaborative efforts across sales, marketing, and distribution teams to target the right audience segments with curated messaging.

In the digital space, Mohamed has focused on optimizing SEO, enhancing OTA partnerships, and incentivizing direct bookings to protect margins. Guest feedback and online reputation management are also core to his strategy. By closely monitoring reviews and satisfaction scores, he continuously fine-tunes offerings to keep the hotel's ADR strong and its brand image elevated.

Staying Agile in Doha’s Competitive Hospitality Market

In a city like Doha, where hospitality standards are continually rising, staying ahead of the curve—literally and figuratively—requires foresight, adaptability, and innovation. Mohamed leads The Curve Hotel with an approach that’s grounded in real-time insights and constant evolution.

He and his team consistently monitor guest preferences, industry innovations, and local market developments. Mohamed believes that responsiveness is key. When guest expectations shift, the hotel must pivot quickly—whether that’s through service refinements, operational tweaks, or adopting new technology.

Team development is central to this agility. Mohamed invests heavily in staff training to ensure that innovation is embedded at every level of the organization. He also remains active in the broader hospitality network, attending key industry events and maintaining dialogue with regional thought leaders to anticipate shifts before they become mainstream.

But perhaps most importantly, Mohamed listens—closely and constantly—to the guests. Their feedback becomes a guiding force in decision-making, allowing The Curve Hotel to evolve with precision. Whether it's a new amenity, a tech upgrade, or a subtle improvement in service, these guest-informed changes allow the hotel to not just respond to trends, but to set them.

Building Teams That Thrive

Having led teams as large as 250 employees, Mohamed believes that the foundation of any successful organization lies in its people. For him, building a high-performing team isn’t just about structure—it’s about culture.

He emphasizes the importance of being approachable and present. Whether it’s listening to feedback, offering support, or celebrating team milestones, Mohamed sees every interaction as an opportunity to inspire. He believes motivation comes from feeling valued, and he takes the time to recognize individual contributions, no matter how small.

Training and development are also central to his leadership philosophy. Mohamed creates opportunities for professional growth and ensures team members are involved in decisions that impact their daily work. He views accountability not as a burden, but as a shared sense of pride in excellence. By fostering a workplace where collaboration thrives and everyone feels part of a larger purpose, he has consistently built cultures of continuous improvement and authentic team spirit.

Balancing the Books with Grace and Grit

One of Mohamed’s standout achievements includes the recovery of $500,000 in outstanding payments during a high-profile international event—an accomplishment that reflects his calm, strategic, and relationship-focused approach to negotiation.

He begins every complex situation by understanding the client’s context, opening the door to honest and respectful dialogue. Rather than escalating conflict, Mohamed seeks alignment—bridging the client’s needs with the hotel’s priorities through clear communication and documented agreements.

Empathy is a key element in his negotiation style, but it is balanced with firmness and professionalism. Mohamed knows that trust is earned, and through timely follow-ups and proactive account reviews, he ensures that issues are resolved efficiently without compromising relationships. His ability to navigate high-stakes scenarios with poise has made him a trusted figure in both financial recovery and long-term client engagement.

Mastering Operations Through Global Experience

Mohamed’s involvement in global sporting events—such as the 24th Men’s Handball World Championship, the IAAF World Athletics Championships, and the FIFA World Cup—has had a lasting impact on his operational leadership.

These events, each demanding a high level of precision, taught him to work under pressure while maintaining exceptional service standards. From managing logistics for VIP guests and international delegations to coordinating with media teams and event organizers, Mohamed developed a fine-tuned sense of timing, communication, and execution.

He credits these experiences with sharpening his skills in cross-departmental coordination, anticipating challenges, and delivering a seamless guest journey even amid intense timelines. The high stakes of such events required clarity, flexibility, and rapid decision-making—traits that Mohamed now brings to his daily operations at The Curve Hotel.

What stands out most is how he translated lessons from global events into everyday hospitality management. His ability to lead calmly through complexity, prioritize guest experience, and solve problems proactively remains a hallmark of his leadership.

Meeting the Modern Guest’s Expectations

As guest expectations continue to shift toward personalized, tech-enabled, and experience-rich stays, Mohamed has kept The Curve Hotel ahead of the curve—literally and figuratively.

Understanding that today’s travelers value convenience and connection, Mohamed introduced express check-in and personalized pre-arrival services to make the guest journey smoother from the outset. Greeting guests by name, anticipating their preferences, and offering tailored touches has transformed routine stays into memorable experiences.

Technological upgrades have also played a role. With smart TVs, seamless high-speed Wi-Fi, and in-room personalization options, both business and leisure travelers feel at home and in control. Mohamed has also curated on-site experiences such as boxing and yoga events, along with cultural showcases, adding depth and engagement to the guest experience.

Feedback mechanisms are integrated in real time, allowing the team to listen, adapt, and act quickly. For Mohamed, it’s not just about meeting expectations—it’s about delighting guests in ways that encourage return visits and lasting loyalty.

Investing Where It Matters Most

Balancing premium guest service with operational cost control is a challenge Mohamed embraces with strategic precision. At The Curve Hotel, he approaches this balance by focusing on value, not just cutting expenses.

Efficient staffing models, reduced energy waste, and cost-effective procurement practices form the backbone of operational savings. However, Mohamed is equally focused on investing where it counts—staff training, technology enhancements, and immaculate cleanliness standards.

Guest feedback plays a crucial role in identifying where to prioritize spending. Mohamed ensures the hotel listens actively to what guests truly care about, and then channels resources accordingly. By encouraging team ownership and creative thinking, his leadership fosters an environment where cost-effective innovation and guest satisfaction go hand in hand. This approach has helped maintain The Curve Hotel’s premium brand while ensuring long-term sustainability and profitability.

Metrics That Matter

When it comes to decision-making, Mohamed relies on a combination of performance metrics, operational insights, and team alignment. He uses a robust set of tools to monitor and guide daily operations at The Curve Hotel.

Financial indicators such as occupancy, ADR (Average Daily Rate), RevPAR (Revenue Per Available Room), and GOP (Gross Operating Profit) offer Mohamed a clear picture of the hotel’s overall financial health. These are reviewed alongside guest satisfaction scores sourced from platforms like TripAdvisor, OTAs, and internal surveys—giving equal weight to service quality.

Mohamed also places strong emphasis on forecasting and budgeting tools, using them to proactively allocate resources and anticipate challenges. Each department is tracked with customized KPIs, including metrics like housekeeping turnaround time, engineering response rates, and upselling success at the front desk.

To ensure continuous alignment, Mohamed hosts regular briefings and uses real-time dashboards to keep his leadership team informed and agile. This data-first, feedback-rich environment enables Mohamed to make fast, informed decisions that keep operations running smoothly while pushing performance standards ever higher.

A Vision for Sustainable Tourism Growth

With deep-rooted experience in Doha’s evolving hospitality sector, Mohamed sees an optimistic and transformative future for tourism in the city—especially following the global spotlight of the FIFA World Cup. According to him, the tournament didn’t just elevate Qatar’s international profile; it laid the foundation for long-term growth.

As Qatar shifts its focus beyond mega-events, Mohamed believes the future lies in diversifying tourism through investment in infrastructure, cultural heritage, and family-oriented attractions. The real opportunity now, he explains, is in transitioning from event-driven occupancy to offering year-round, authentic guest experiences.

At The Curve Hotel, Mohamed is steering the property in that very direction—enhancing personalized service, integrating digital convenience, and curating local experiences that reflect the richness of Qatari culture. In an increasingly competitive and dynamic hospitality landscape, he believes success will come to those who innovate, stay agile, and maintain a guest-first mindset.

Green is the New Gold Standard

Sustainability is more than a trend for Mohamed—it’s a commitment to responsible hospitality. At The Curve Hotel, sustainability plays a growing role in daily operations and long-term strategy.

Mohamed has already implemented energy-saving systems such as efficient lighting and HVAC technologies to reduce the hotel’s carbon footprint. Water conservation measures and a structured waste management system—complete with separated bins for recycling—have also been introduced to encourage greener habits among staff and guests.

But for Mohamed, these are just the beginning. Looking ahead, he envisions expanding The Curve Hotel’s environmental efforts through initiatives like installing solar panels and prioritizing locally sourced, sustainable food and materials. His goal is to align operational excellence with environmental responsibility, creating a hotel experience that’s as conscientious as it is comfortable.

People, Purpose, and the Future of Hospitality

Reflecting on his career, Mohamed speaks not of titles or accolades, but of people. His legacy, he hopes, will be defined by the teams he’s built, the leaders he’s mentored, and the service experiences he’s helped shape. For him, true impact lies in empowering others, setting standards, and inspiring growth.

He takes particular pride in fostering leadership potential within his teams, always encouraging creativity, ethical decision-making, and a passion for hospitality. It’s this people-first mindset that has made Mohamed a respected figure in the industry. 

Looking forward, what excites him most is the continuous evolution of hospitality—driven by personalization, technology, and sustainability. Mohamed thrives on learning, adapting, and staying at the forefront of change. But through all the innovation, he remains rooted in the timeless values of authentic hospitality.