ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s leading hotel Marriott Islamabad released a statement against the actions of the Capital Development Authority.
The statement read as “We strongly dispute the action by Capital Development Authority at Islamabad Marriott. Due to security issues and serious threats that Islamabad Marriot Hotel, and many other hotels in Pakistan, face. Security measures are in place in coordination with the CDA and security agencies.
We don’t need to remind anyone that we have been victims of terrorism in the past and for us, the security and safety of our guests are of the utmost importance to us. Islamabad Marriot Hotel is not just a hotel, but a home for many guests who come to visit Pakistan, invest in Pakistan and contribute to the growth of Pakistan. Hashoo Group has always remained at the forefront of hospitality in Pakistan. We believe we are custodians of Pakistani hospitality and have welcomed thousands of visitors over the past few decades.
The actions of CDA at Marriot Islamabad are in contradiction to the advice of the High Court.
We are shocked and angry the CDA decided to go to this extreme without consulting us or notifying us. We are looking at our options and will take any step necessary to deal with this situation to protect not just our guests but the image of Pakistani hospitality.
Regardless of what happened today its business as usual for us and we will continue to serve our guests in the way we have always done”.
