Nila Pendarovski is the hotel manager of Rove Expo 2020, the only hotel inside Expo 2020 Dubai.
Having joined Rove Hotels in 2016 for the launch of Rove Downtown, the brand’s first hotel, Nila has been a vital member of the team. After two years leading the Downtown hotel, Nila was appointed as hotel manager for Rove Dubai Marina in 2018 until joining the Rove Expo 2020 team.
With almost 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Nila’s undiminishing passion for her role sets her apart as a hospitality specialist who truly enjoys what she does. A Rovester through and through, she strives to ensure Rovers (guests) get the most out of their experiences and creating memorable adventures. A passionate believer in sustainability, Nila has become Rove Hotels’ sustainability champion and promoted many green initiatives to lead the brand to achieve prestigious eco-certifications such as the Green Key.
Born and raised in Germany, Nila was intrigued by hotels as a child, particularly the receptionist’s role and the reservations process. The simple procedure of knowing what room to place each guest in captivated her young imagination, planting the seeds for her hugely successful career in the hospitality industry. With experience across several European Markets, Latin and North America, Nila finally landed in the Middle East in 2012.
In 2016, she joined Emaar in the role of General Manager across various projects, including Nuran Residences and Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club. The latter proving to be a real passion project for the equine enthusiast. When the opportunity arose to become a Hotel Manager with Rove Hotels, she found a brand she could truly identify with. A natural leader, Nila strives to create an environment in which Rovers feel genuinely welcome and where Rovesters know they can thrive.
