W Dubai – Mina Seyahi places guests on the highly sought-after Jumeirah Beach coastline.
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DoubleTree by Hilton to make mark in Fujairah, UAE
DoubleTree by Hilton Fujairah City Centre is set to open as a part of the mixed-use development known as Al Taif Business Centre.
Project of the Week: Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort
Our latest Project of the Week title goes to the Anantara Mina Al Arab beachfront resort, which is taking shape in an eco-sanctuary of Ras Al Khaimah.
Deutsche Hospitality makes its mark in Ras Al Khaimah
The hospitality company has partnered with Al Hamra to take on the management of two properties in Ras Al Khaimah.
Project in focus: Al Ghadeer Hotel Project, Abu Dhabi
The Al Ghadeer Hotel Project is expected to open in late 2021 as part of the groundbreaking Alghadeer residential and lifestyle destination.
Project of the Week: Corinthia Meydan Beach Dubai
Now earmarked to make its debut in 2021, Corinthia Meydan Beach Dubai marks the luxury hotel group’s entry to the Middle East, and is a worthy winner of our Project of the Week crown.
Revealed: The world’s top five cities for hotel development
Stats from the TOPHOTELCONSTRUCTION database reveal that Dubai, London, Chengdu, New York and Dublin are the world’s top five cities for hotel development – and show which groups are investing the most in these fast-moving markets.
Project of the Week: The Address Harbour Point
Set right on the waterfront and offering suites overlooking Dubai Creek Tower, The Address Harbour Point more than deserves our latest Project of the Week title.
Jumeirah Living Marina Gate residence opens in Dubai
Jumeirah Group has debuted its new landmark serviced residence, Jumeirah Living Marina Gate, at Dubai Marina.
Project of the Week: The St Regis Dubai, The Palm
With its spectacular panoramic views across the Palm Jumeirah, St Regis’ eye-popping development is a worthy winner of our Project of the Week crown.
The Luxury Collection arrives in Abu Dhabi
Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa has become the first property in Abu Dhabi to join The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott International.
Project in focus: NAIA Hotel /Artesia A/ Akoya by Damac
We take a closer look at the details behind an ambitious mixed-use development by Damac Properties in Dubai.
Project in focus: Ciel Dubai Marina
The UAE is on the verge of breaking another record as construction progresses on Ciel Dubai Marina, set to become the world’s tallest hotel.
Country overview: 70,000 new rooms planned across the UAE
We delve deep into the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database to find out more about the 228 UAE hotel projects currently being brought forward in this fast-growing market.
Surge in staycations offers lifeline to UAE’s hospitality sector
As some restrictions ease in the UAE but international travel remains off the table, residents are increasingly looking to staycations to scratch their travel itch.
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City overview: Dubai plans over 160 hotels in coming years [Infographic]
Despite the global hospitality industry being impacted by the Covid19 corona crisis, dynamic markets like Dubai are looking ahead.
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Zaha Hadid’s architectural masterpiece ME Dubai opens to public [Infographic]
The wait is over! The Opus by Omniyat in Dubai by starchitect Zaha Hadid is finally open and the ME Dubai is ready to welcome guests.
Expert’s Voice: How AI is improving operations, customer experiences at UAE hotels
Hotels are becoming more reliant on data to drive revenues and enhance guests experiences.
Four Seasons Jumeirah Beach reveals 11 transformed Imperial Suites
French designer Sybille de Margerie lends her touch to the renovation of the luxurious suites at Dubai’s Four Seasons Jumeirah.
Project of the week: Peek into $1.4bn Atlantis mega hotel project in Dubai
Worth a total of $1.4bn, the Royal Atlantis Resort & Residences in Dubai looks like one of the most promising upcoming openings in the Emirate.
A class of its own: Dubai’s The Palm welcomes its first Andaz-branded hotel
Andaz Dubai The Palm now welcomes guests into an artistic abode rich in Emirati culture and hospitality.
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World’s first Warner Bros. hotel to open on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island in 2021 [Construction Report]
The WB Abu Dhabi will feature more than 250 rooms over eight levels, with modern décor that celebrates Warner Bros.’ extensive film and television library.
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Mandarin Oriental to manage iconic Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi [Infographic]
Emirates Palace will be Mandarin Oriental’s second hotel in the UAE after the opening of Mandarin Oriental Jumeira in Dubai.
EMU at Abu Dhabi Louvre
The Louvre in Abu Dhabi showcases a dialogue between cultures.
Dubai’s $1.4bn mega hotel project Atlantis2 set to launch by Q4 2020
After 6 years of development, the Atlantis2 project will be completed in late 2020 and welcome guests into a new world of luxury and opulence.
Today’s guest cares about more than just the hotel brand: Hussain Al Rakhis
Travellers’ priorities are changing, and tourism regions are ever developing – Hussain Al Rakhis, Business Development Manager at Action Hotels.
Hotels should be a family guests feel part of: Dusit International’s Prateek Kumar
From Thailand to the world, Dusit International has already been offering iconic Thai service and accommodation for almost 70 years.
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Hyatt opens fourth Hyatt Place hotel in Dubai [Construction Report]
Hyatt launches its fourth Hyatt Place property in Dubai and creates another great alternative in the midscale travel segment in Dubai’s quickly diversifying market.
A hotel brand’s growth is also a question of taste: GHM Hotels’ Patrick Moukarzel
Guests like and respect high-end luxury in a responsible way, Patrick Moukarzel told TOPHOTELNEWS in an exclusive interview.
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Hilton announces new leadership roles for the Middle East, Africa, and Turkey [Construction Report]
Jochem-Jan Sleiffer and Rudi Jagersbacher will both play key roles in Hilton’s future expansion plans in the Middle East, Africa and Turkey.
Expert’s Voice: How is Dubai’s hospitality and tourism industry maturing?
Richard Stolz, Associate Director at Global Strategy Group, shares his insight into new source markets for hotels in Dubai, and explains how the city’s shift towards the mid-market segment.
Dubai’s Studio One Hotel channels cinema and radio in daring design
Bishop Design crafts film-focused boutique hotel, impressing delegates at the Creative Spark finals at TOPHOTELWORLDTOUR Dubai.
EDITION Dubai an exercise in understated luxury: Pooja Mulani
LW’s Pooja Mulani’s sophisticated interiors for the EDITION Dubai take home the first prize at the Creative Spark competition at TOPHOTELWORLDTOUR Dubai.
Expert’s Voice: Hey hoteliers, be T.R.U.E. to yourself to succeed in the Middle East
In the face of intense competition, panelists at TOPHOTELWORLDTOUR Dubai explore the T.R.U.E. solution of technology, revenue, uniqueness and Expo 2020.
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IHG’s flagship hotels in Dubai Festival City appoint new key roles [Infographic]
IHG fills three key positions with new faces to keep flagship hotels in Dubai Festival City competitive
Wimberly Interiors craft sumptuous Arabian nights interiors at EDITION Abu Dhabi
Striking new EDITION hotel in UAE shines with exotic interiors and imposing facade.
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Middle East project pipeline tops 580 hotels in 2019: Rolf W. Schmidt [Download presentation]
The Middle East saw a double digit increase in tourism arrivals, TOPHOTELPROJECTS Founder & CEO Rolf W. Schmidt tells delegates at TOPHOTELWORLDTOUR Dubai.
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R Hotels and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts launch 5th property in Dubai [Construction Report]
The new Ramada hotel features 188 family-friendly rooms and apartments in one of Dubai’s top areas.
LW’s Pooja Mulani wins Creative Spark at TOPHOTELWORLDTOUR Dubai
The Edition Dubai by Pooja Mulani wins top hospitality design honors at boutique networking event at Dusit Thani Dubai, where delegates discussed strategies to shine in the Middle East market.
Revealed: The hotel superlatives you’ve always wanted to know about
Guinness World Records have been announced for many properties in the hospitality business.
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TOPHOTELWORLDTOUR comes to Dubai in September 2019 [Video]
TOPHOTELWORLDTOUR Dubai will bring together the top brass of the local, regional and international hotel industry at Dusit Thani Hotel on September 16.
Middle East Design and Hospitality Week (MEDHW) coming to Dubai in September
With Dubai as its future location, the Middle East Design Hospitality Week (MEDHW), prepares for the event in september and shares the main characteristics of this enticing week for both designers and hoteliers.
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Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre officially opens [Infographic]
This property, which will have 275 rooms once completed, marks the third property for Waldorf Astoria in the United Arab Emirates.
Dusit Thani showcases Thai hospitality and culture in Dubai
Traditional Thai excellence comes to Dubai in the form of luxury five-star hotel Dusit Thani
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Dubai hospitality benefits from record 4.75 million inbound travellers in Q1 2019 [Infographic]
The Dubai hotel industry is happy with Q1 2019 as it brought close to 5 million travellers to the Emirate
20th edition of Hotel Show Dubai prepares to raise curtains as GCC hospitality market hits $32.5 billion
The Hotel Show Dubai will be celebrating its 20th edition during the Middle East Design and Hospitality Week 2019 and plans to be a confluence of key discussions and important decisions pertaining to the industry.
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Emaar Hospitality opens Vida Emirates Hills near Dubai golf course [Construction Report]
Leading Dubai hotel group adds another luxury lifestyle property to their Vida collection with Vida Emirates Hills.
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Dubai’s The Island to feature MGM, Bellagio, and The Aria Hotels [Infographic]
Work has now begun, with architecture giant BSBG saying marine and enabling work recently commenced on Wasl Hospitality and Leisure’s project in Dubai.
ANARCHITECT gives abandoned convenience store a second life as luxury desert hotel
Meet Al Faya Lodge, a UAE desert’s new, luxury oasis with a cool backstory
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1,452 hotels in healthy EMEA project pipeline: Caroline List [Download presentation]
Dubai will see the lion’s share of EMEA hotel construction in the coming years, with 137 projects underway or in planning, according to the TOPHOTELCONSTRUCTION database.
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Dubai to see five new Emaar hotels in 2019 [Infographic]
Before 2019 runs out, Emaar plans to open two Address hotels, two Vida hotels, and one Rove hotel, bringing a total of 1,370 new rooms to Dubai.
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How turtles are being rehabilitated in one of the world’s finest hotels [Video]
The Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project, based in Burj Al Arab Jumeirah and Madinat Jumeirah, has rescued nearly 1,600 turtles and returned them to their natural habitat
UAE’s Al Khoory Hotels gear for expansion ahead of Expo 2020 in Dubai
Al Khoory Hotels appoints a string of new executives and announces plans to expand in anticipation of Expo 2020 in Dubai
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Emerald Palace Kempinski Dubai declared most anticipated hotel opening [Video]
Kempinski Hotels Dubai keeps on impressing, receiving the Condé Nast Traveller award for Most Anticipated Hotel Opening
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W Hotels debuts new hotel on Dubai’s Jumeirah Beach
W Dubai – Mina Seyahi places guests on the highly sought-after Jumeirah Beach coastline.
DoubleTree by Hilton to make mark in Fujairah, UAE
DoubleTree by Hilton Fujairah City Centre is set to open as a part of the mixed-use development known as Al Taif Business Centre.
Project of the Week: Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort
Our latest Project of the Week title goes to the Anantara Mina Al Arab beachfront resort, which is taking shape in an eco-sanctuary of Ras Al Khaimah.
Deutsche Hospitality makes its mark in Ras Al Khaimah
The hospitality company has partnered with Al Hamra to take on the management of two properties in Ras Al Khaimah.
Sofitel to debut in Ras Al Khaimah with landmark resort
Accor and Al Hamra have joined forces to create the first Sofitel resort in the emirate – a 300-key coastal scheme next to an 18-hole championship golf course.
Design showcase: Top five water mirrors
We dive into five hotels across the UAE, China and elsewhere that really make a splash by exploiting water’s reflective capabilities in our latest TOPHOTELDESIGN exclusive
Huge Staybridge Suites extended-stay hotel debuts in Dubai
IHG and SRG Holding have opened a 360-key upper-upscale property within a soaring 48-storey tower opposite the Dubai International Financial Centre.
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October 2021 overview: 50,000 new hotel rooms due to launch [Infographic]
A scan through the TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database reveals what’s in store this month, with dozens of projects completing across North America, APAC and Europe.
Project of the Week: Vida Dubai Marina
A waterfront hotel-and-residences development near Dubai Marina Mall and Palm Jumeirah has sailed off with our latest Project of the Week crown.
Bedouin-inspired 25hours hotel to shake up Dubai in Q4 2021
Showcasing the work of Hopkins Architects, Woods Bagot and The Extra Hour Lab, 25hours Hotel One Central will weave ancient nomadic tales into a profoundly modern narrative.
The First Collection to open inaugural hotel in September 2021
The First Group’s new lifestyle brand, The First Collection, is preparing to make its global debut in Dubai with the launch of a 491-key scheme designed by NORR.
World’s biggest Hampton by Hilton hotel opens in the UAE
Boasting 515 guestrooms and beach-inspired interiors, Hampton by Hilton Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah is a striking addition to the country’s hospitality scene.
No-expense-spared Hyde hotel lined up for Dubai
With help from the likes of Ciarmoli Queda Studio and Tristan Plessis Studio, Hyde Hotels, Resorts & Residences plans to launch its first hotel outside the US in Dubai Business Bay.
Adagio Premium aparthotel opens on Palm Jumeirah
Adagio Premium The Palm, the second outpost for Accor’s upscale aparthotel brand, has started welcoming guests to one of the world’s most famous man-made islands.
Accor reveals plans for Raffles resort on Palm Jumeirah
French hotel giant Accor will continue its expansion across the Middle East by opening the region’s first Raffles resort – a 389-key property on Dubai’s iconic man-made island.
Radisson celebrates launch of fourth brand in the UAE
Radisson Hotel Group has successfully introduced its fourth brand to the UAE, with the opening of a 481-key Radisson hotel in Dubai.
Design concept: Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre
For our latest TOPHOTELDESIGN exclusive, we take a look inside one of the UAE’s most prestigious ultra-luxury hotels, Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre.
Marriott celebrates inaugural Residence Inn in UAE
Residence Inn by Marriott Al Jaddaf, which boasts 134 modern residential suites, represents the UAE debut of Marriott International’s prolific extended-stay brand.
Project in focus: Jaz in the City Dubai
A design hotel for music lovers that boasts its very own record studio, Jaz in the City Dubai promises to bring something new to Dubai’s old quarter.
Middle East’s first La Quinta by Wyndham set to open
One of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ most prolific brands is making its debut in the Middle East with the launch of La Quinta by Wyndham Dubai Bur Dubai this month.
Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island is now open
Developed by Miral, the majestic 545-key Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island has started welcoming guests keen to discover one of the UAE’s most exciting destinations.
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Country overview: More than 200 hotels earmarked for UAE [Infographic]
The TOPHOTELPROJECTS construction database shows that 208 hotel schemes are currently being progressed in the UAE, including spectacular developments from Anantara and Kempinski.
Project in focus: Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island, UAE
The 418-key Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island scheme is fast taking shape on the picturesque Ras Al Khaimah coastline.
Project of the Week: Palace Al Khan, Sharjah
A five-star seaside hotel managed by Address Hotels + Resorts, Palace Al Khan is the latest spectacular UAE scheme to win our coveted Project of the Week title.