If resorts had superhero intros, this one would start with: “In a world where hospitality never sleeps…” — because Rixos Bab Al Bahr just brought in a powerhouse. Say hello to Ozgur Cireli, the brand-new General Manager of the ultra-all-inclusive family paradise on Al Marjan Island. Trust us, this isn’t just another leadership update; it’s the start of a very exciting chapter for Rixos fans.
And yes, we see you already imagining fresh buffets, polished rooms, new entertainment energy… you’re not wrong.
The Man, The Myth, The Hospitality Legend
Ozgur’s journey reads like the ultimate hospitality glow-up. He began his career in 1992 as a Bellboy at Hilton Izmir, and today he’s steering one of Ras Al Khaimah’s biggest family resorts. Talk about a plot twist worthy of a Turkish drama.
Over the last 30+ years, he has held senior leadership roles with all the big names—Hilton, Radisson Blu, Wyndham, Rotana, and of course, Rixos. He’s worked across Turkey, Kuwait, Germany, Ukraine, France, the UK, and the UAE. Basically, he’s collected more stamps than your passport.
Before joining Rixos Bab Al Bahr, he headed KeyUrla in Turkey, leading its successful opening. So yes, he knows how to kick-off, build, refine, and then level-up an entire property.
Not His First Rixos Rodeo
Ozgur isn’t new to the Rixos universe. In fact, he was part of the opening team for Rixos The Palm Dubai Hotel & Suites back in 2012.
What did he do there? Oh, nothing major… just helped:
- Boost guest satisfaction by a whopping 40%
- Position the hotel as a heavy hitter in a very competitive Dubai market
- Drive USD 190,000 in revenue during the first 10 weeks
Casual.
This is the kind of guy you call when you want your resort to glow-up faster than a before-and-after home makeover.
Why This Appointment Matters (A Lot)
With Rixos Bab Al Bahr entering a major refurbishment phase, Ozgur arrives at the perfect moment. His expertise in hotel operations, renovations, pre-openings, market entries, and partnership building makes him the ideal person to lead the next evolution of the resort.
He’ll be spearheading:
- The property’s overall strategy
- Smooth daily operations
- Brand-new enhancements during the refurbishment
- Guest experience excellence (aka: “zero room for meh moments”)
- Hitting all KPIs like it’s a competitive sport
Basically, the resort is about to get a fresh chapter—one that’s shiny, guest-obsessed, and very Rixos.
What the Big Bosses Are Saying
Cenk Ünverdi, Chief Operating Officer at Rixos & All Inclusive Collection, summed it up perfectly:
“We are delighted to welcome Ozgur Cireli back to the Rixos family. His impressive track record and passion assure us that Rixos Bab Al Bahr will continue to set new benchmarks in guest experience and brand excellence.”
Translation?
The future is looking bright — and very exciting.
A Leader With Heart, Strategy & Serious Experience
Ozgur holds a degree in Tourism and Hotel Management from Hacettepe University in Ankara and speaks both English and Turkish fluently. More importantly, his leadership style is rooted in:
- People development
- Commercial insight
- Guest-centric thinking
- A no-nonsense approach to excellence
Exactly what you want from the person shaping your next Rixos staycation.
The Bottom Line
Rixos Bab Al Bahr just gained a GM who’s walked the walk (literally from the lobby upward), led hotels around the world, and knows the Rixos DNA inside-out. With a huge refurbishment on the horizon, the timing couldn’t be more perfect.
