Manama: Edamah, the real estate arm of Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (Mumtalakat), has announced on the sidelines of Gateway Gulf 2024 that construction is now underway for the Tivoli and Avani Hotels and Residences project at Bilaj Al Jazayer, and is due for completion in Q2 2026. The development represents a significant milestone for the region's tourism and hospitality sectors. According to Bahrain News Agency, the five-star Tivoli Hotel and four-star Avani Hotel at Bilaj Al Jazayer will be managed by Minor Hotels. This venture marks Minor Hotels' entry into the Bahrain market, with a total of 200 keys to support the growth of the Kingdom's tourism sector. Alongside the hotels, the project will feature three branded fully serviced residences, offering 150 apartments, setting a new benchmark for luxury beachfront living. Shaikh Abdulla bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, CEO of Mumtalakat and Chairman of Edamah, expressed enthusiasm about the project's initiation. He stated, "We are delighted to initiate the con struction of the Tivoli and Avani Hotels and Tivoli Residences, marking the first of many milestones at Bilaj Al Jazayer. This project symbolises our commitment to elevating Bahrain's tourism and real estate landscape, and we are confident that it will be executed to the highest standards." Bilaj Al Jazayer, located on Bahrain's south-west coast, covers 1.3 million square meters with a three-kilometer beachfront. The mixed-use development will include resorts, residential villas and apartments, food and beverage outlets, offices, retail and entertainment offerings. Notably, the site will also host the first surf park in the region, powered by Wave Garden technology.