April 20, 2015

Mikael Svensson has been named General Manager at Viceroy Dubai Palm Jumeirah

Viceroy Hotel Group has appointed Mikael Svensson as General Manager of Viceroy Dubai Palm Jumeirah, ahead of the property’s opening in 2016. A dynamic leader in the international luxury hotel industry, Svensson is well placed to oversee the launch of the USD$1 billion property, Viceroy Hotel Group’s first venture into Dubai. In his role as General Manager, Svensson will utilise his rich experience and background in modern luxury hospitality to oversee operations of Viceroy Dubai Palm Jumeirah, and will lead the helm in delivering the company’s premier standards of service. The hotel – the group’s first branded property in Dubai, and second in the United Arab Emirates – is poised to debut as the ultimate beachfront property in one of the world’s most desirable destinations. Swedish-born Svensson joins Viceroy Hotel Group from his current role as General Manager at Park Hyatt Canberra, one of the most respected properties in Australia, which rounds out his 21 years with Hyatt. Previously, Svensson held a number of successful leadership positions with Hyatt in Seoul, Hong Kong, Taipei, Osaka, Mumbai, Tokyo, and Hua Hin in Thailand. Viceroy Dubai Palm Jumeirah, owned by SKAI Holdings, will offer 477 rooms and suites, and 222 signature Viceroy Residences, all with breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf made possible by innovative architecture and design. In addition, the property will feature ten international and specialty restaurants, 800 square meters of spa facilities, three outdoor swimming pools and more than 350 square meters of indoor fitness facilities.

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