21/06/2026
Iqbal Karim – A Pride of Hunza in Global Hospitality
Iqbal Karim, hailing from Salmanabad, Altit Hunza, is a distinguished hospitality professional whose remarkable journey reflects dedication, perseverance, and excellence. With more than 23 years of experience in housekeeping management, he has established himself as one of the most accomplished hospitality professionals from Gilgit-Baltistan working in the international hotel industry.
Beginning his career in 2002 at Islamabad Serena Hotel as a Room Attendant, Order Taker, and Mini Bar Attendant, Iqbal Karim laid a strong foundation in hospitality operations through hard work, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to service excellence. His determination and professionalism enabled him to steadily rise through the ranks, earning increasingly responsible leadership positions in some of the Gulf region’s most respected hospitality brands.
From 2009 to 2014, he served as Night Shift In-Charge at Ramada Palace Hotel, Bahrain, where he gained valuable experience in hotel operations and guest services. He then joined Salalah Rotana Resort, Oman, serving as Night Shift In-Charge and Housekeeping Supervisor from 2014 to 2021, further strengthening his expertise in housekeeping management and team leadership.
His career continued to flourish at Dusit D2 Naseem Resort, Jabal Akhdar, Oman, where he served as Housekeeping Supervisor (2021–2024) and later as Senior Housekeeping Supervisor (2024–2025). Through his exceptional leadership and operational excellence, he played a vital role in maintaining world-class hospitality standards at one of Oman's premier luxury resorts.
Currently, Iqbal Karim is serving as Assistant Housekeeping Manager at Maani Muscat Hotel & Suites, Oman, a position that reflects the trust and confidence placed in his abilities by the hospitality industry. In this role, he oversees housekeeping operations, staff development, quality assurance, and guest satisfaction, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and service delivery.
Iqbal Karim's professional journey—from a Room Attendant in Pakistan to an Assistant Housekeeping Manager in Oman—is a powerful example of how dedication, continuous learning, and hard work can lead to extraordinary success. He stands as a source of inspiration for the youth of Hunza and Gilgit-Baltistan, proving that talent and determination can open doors to international recognition and achievement.
Today, Iqbal Karim is not only a respected hospitality leader but also a proud ambassador of Hunza, representing the values of professionalism, integrity, and excellence on the global stage.
