Dubai Hotel Travel

Frasers Hospitality Pte Ltd has introduced a new level of luxury to extended-stay accommodation in the United Arab Emirates with the opening of Fraser Suites Dubai.

Fraser’s first property in the UAE, Fraser Suites Dubai is located on the city’s prestigious Sheikh Zayed Road and occupies the top 23 levels of the 45-storey Sidra Tower, a stunning new mixed-use development featuring commercial office suites and high end retail outlets.

The property’s 180 suites and penthouses command sweeping views across the city including iconic landmarks such at the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, the amazing Palm Jumeirah and kilometers of golden sand beaches lining the Arabian Sea. (more…)

Regional hoteliers are beginning to recognize the vast number of new hotel rooms coming to market as more of an opportunity than a threat.

During the official tour of The Hotel Show, the Middle East’s leading dedicated trade event for the hospitality and leisure sector, Mr. Khalid A bin Sulayem, Director General at the Dubai Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing, commented:“There are between 16,000 and 20,000 hotel rooms to enter the Dubai market by the end of the year, which will contribute to producing lower room rates and attracting more visitors to Dubai”

Echoing those sentiments, a study unveiled today at The Hotel Show, by Dubai-based research company, Proleads, reported there are currently over 470 active hotel projects (those not completed, on-hold or cancelled) in the GCC countries. The breakdown per country is as follows; UAE – 258, KSA – 83, Oman – 39, Bahrain – 35, Qatar – 29 and Kuwait – 27. (more…)

These are exciting times for One&Only The Palm, Dubai as progress continues at an ever-increasing pace to meet the promised 10.10.10 opening date.

“At Kerzner International, we pride ourselves on having met every opening target. From the grandest of projects such as our Atlantis resort, down to the most intimate, our latest addition, One&Only The Palm, Dubai, will be no exception,” says Olivier Louis, Managing Director, One&Only Resorts, Dubai.

It is four years to this date that this prime site, located on the extreme peninsula of the Palm Jumeirah crescent, was selected to host this latest venture. Considered the only boutique beach resort located on the Palm, it will also be the first to feature a swift and convenient water taxi transfer from one shore to another, providing its residents easy access to the wide variety of shopping and leisure attractions within New Dubai. (more…)

StayWell Hospitality Group, the owner and operator of the Park Regis and Leisure Inn brands today announced a new management agreement to operate a luxury 4 star hotel in Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates. Scheduled to open mid-2010, the 392-room Park Regis Kris Kin, Dubai will be StayWell Hospitality Group’s 23rd property and its first to open in the Middle East.

The hotel is located in Dubai’s historic district, opposite Burjaman Shopping Centre, 5 kilometres from the centre of Dubai and 6 kilometres from Dubai International Airport. The brand new hotel will cater to the 4 star luxury market, whilst offering guest rooms that will far exceed 4 star expectations.

Park Regis Kris Kin, Dubai will offer superior guest facilities such as three restaurants including a top floor restaurant with panoramic views, two bars, nightclub, extensive conference and banquet facilities, rooftop pool, gymnasium, leisure centre with jacuzzi, sauna and steam rooms and a 120-space car park. A key feature of the hotel is its exceptionally large guest rooms and suites measuring from 38sqm to 109sqm. The incorporation of state-of-the-art technologies such as IPTV (internet protocol television) also delivers a real advantage for guests at Park Regis Kris Kin, Dubai. (more…)

The Marriott hotels in Dubai consisting of JW Marriott Dubai, Courtyard by Marriott Dubai Green Community, Marriott Executive Apartments Dubai Creek, Renaissance Dubai Hotel, Marriott Executive Apartments Dubai Green Community and Marriott Dubai Harbour Hotel & Suites have launched the first Marriott Culture Committee Dubai website.

It is a website about Marriott associates for Marriott associates. According to Elaine Watson, the Chairman of the Marriott Business Council and the General Manager of the Courtyard by Marriott Dubai Green Community, “The website is the first of its kind in the world. There is no password needed. You can simply log on to www.marriottculturedubai.com and read the great stories of the Marriott associates from the book Our Stories of Marriott Destination Dubai. It took almost two years to build the site and there are some amazing stories of our associates who truly exemplify the Marriott culture” (more…)

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. today announced the debut of its renowned Luxury Collection brand in the United Arab Emirates with the addition of Grosvenor House, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Dubai. Located on the exclusive Dubai Marina, the prestigious 45-story Grosvenor House hotel first opened its doors in 2005 and quickly became one of the world’s most acclaimed hotels.

Custom-designed to celebrate the essence of Dubai, the hotel seamlessly blends exquisite Arabian décor with contemporary sophistication. Offering the latest innovations in technology and design, Grosvenor House features 422 luxuriously appointed guest rooms, suites and apartment suites, world class cuisine, a state-of-the-art fitness facility and spa, business areas equipped with cutting-edge technology and unparalleled premium service with butlers on call 24 hours a day. (more…)

Copthorne Dubai is ideally located in Port Saeed, Deira just five minutes’ walk from the shopping mall and metro station, Deira City Centre, and ten minutes from the Dubai International Airport, overlooking Dubai creek and City skyline. Offering modern specious rooms and suites, and provides everything for the discerning travellers.

Now Copthorne is introducing the ultimate leisurely dining experience, The Chill’n’Grill at the trendy alfresco restaurant by the pool, the perfect chilling spot in the heart of the city.

Featuring a truly unique view over the reflective pool towards the picturesque Dubai Creek.

Feast under the moonlight with such Arabic and Oriental delight as hot & cold mezza juicy grills and much more.

In the evenings, chilling definitely calls to mind and brings to life the romance and wonder of the Arabian Nights, with Gazebo boasts al fresco seating, so you can literally dine under the stars! (more…)

Two properties of The Address Hotels + Resorts, the hotel brand of Emaar Hospitality Group, have won the ‘Best Hotel Arabia’ honours at the Arabian Property Awards.

• The Palace – The Old Town is ‘Best Hotel Arabia’ in over 50 rooms category
• The Address Montgomerie Dubai is ‘Best Small Hotel Arabia’ with under 50 rooms
• In addition WA International won ‘The Interior Design Award for Arabia’ for their work on The Address Downtown Burj Dubai

The Palace – The Old Town, an elegant 5-star premium hotel destination in Dubai, and The Address Montgomerie Dubai won the awards in the over and under 50 rooms categories respectively. The award recognises the highest hospitality standards followed by the two hotels. In addition to this, interior designers WA International came away with ‘The Interior Design Award for Arabia’ for their designs incorporated in The Address Downtown Burj Dubai. (more…)

Rotana, the leading hotel management company in the Middle East and North Africa is in its final stage to open one of Dubai forthcoming landmarks, Rose Rayhaan by Rotana in mid December 2009.

Commenting on the announcement, Omer Z. Kaddouri, Senior Vice President UAE of Rotana said: “We are very proud to be managing this landmark property. Rose Rayhaan by Rotana team, headed by the General Manager Daniel Mathew, has been working hand in hand with Rotana Corporate Office to ensure all areas of the opening are perfected for the operation of this scenic property”.

Rose Rayhaan by Rotana, a soaring 72 floor tower structure, 333 metres high is set to be a dramatic addition to the scenery on the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Road and the world’s tallest hotel. Located in the happening heart of Dubai, the hotel is 5 minutes away from the stunning Dubai Mall, the world’s largest shopping and entertainment centre and is surrounded by the Dubai nightlife scene. Dubai Airport is 10 minutes away, whilst Media City and Internet City are 15 and 20 minutes away respectively. (more…)

The Address Dubai Mall, a five star premium hotel linked directly to The Dubai Mall, the world’s largest shopping and entertainment destination, has opened doors to guests on 9 September 2009.

The third property in the portfolio of The Address Hotels + Resorts, the hotel brand owned by Emaar Hospitality Group, The Address Dubai Mall has a spectacular elliptical design that stands tall next to the mall with direct access from Sheikh Zayed Road.

The hotel has 244 elegant rooms and suites, all offering sweeping views of Downtown Burj Dubai, described as the new heart of the city. Leveraging the close proximity to the mall, which features 1,200 retail outlets including a dedicated Fashion Avenue with 70 world-leading haute couture labels, the hotel introduces the services of a personal fashion advisor and personal shopper as signature amenities. (more…)