Hotel Openings

Check-In From the Skies: Waldorf Astoria Arrives in Dubai’s Financial Centre

Today, the highly anticipated Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) opens its doors, joining two other Waldorf Astoria properties in the UAE and reinforcing the brand as the pinnacle of luxury in the region. The 275-room hotel is a welcome addition to Dubai's bustling financial district, bringing a slice of the French Riviera with its stylish rooftop bar and pool, a piece of New York City with acclaimed restaurant Bull & Bear and a timeless design that evokes the elegance of the 1960s.

Dan Hotels opens The LINK hotel & hub, Tel Aviv

LINK hotel & hub, a new and innovative hotel powered by Israel's leading hospitality brand, Dan Hotels, opens its doors targeting the new age professional, millennial audience through an urban digital approach, which integrates Tel Aviv street art and a digital hotel experience. Strategically located on Tel Aviv's King Saul Avenue, the LINK hotel & hub is at the centre of the city's business offices, with easy access to other surrounding big business cities and close to the Tel Aviv Museum of Art. Acting as the ultimate link between the hotel and the city, the LINK engages the cultural environment, and seamlessly integrates physical and digital hotel services, creating a new customer experience for the millennial tourists and the modern business travellers who are looking to experience the city.

Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts opens a new hotel in Egypt

The "Evolution Steigenberger" has turned its attention to the immortal Egyptian Pharaohs. The latest hotel venture to be launched by Steigenberger Hotels & Resorts is located close to the Pyramids of Gizeh and the new Grand Egyptian Museum and will open for business this week. The Steigenberger Pyramids Cairo lies in a truly unique setting amidst the very heart of the historic sights of Egypt. It offers a contemporary design and an "Evolution Steinberger" lifestyle which combines tradition and innovation at the very highest level.

Rove At The Park Opens in Dubai Parks and Resorts

Rove Hotels, a contemporary midscale hotel brand, has opened its sixth hotel in Dubai - Rove At The Park - in Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region. As the opening offer, guests can stay at Rove At The Park for only AED 199 per night with the added incentive of two tickets to Dubai Parks and Resorts.

Emaar Hospitality Group unveils Vida Emirates Hills

Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure business of global developer Emaar Properties, has unveiled Vida Emirates Hills, a new upscale lifestyle hotel in the heart of the tranquil Emirates Hills neighbourhood, in walking distance of Emirates Golf Club and Address Montgomerie, the two leading golf courses in Dubai.

Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort and Spa, a new wellness retreat in Abu Dhabi

Set deep within the mesmerising desert landscape of Abu Dhabi, the Talise Spa at the brand new Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort and Spa is a hallmark intimate destination offering a sense of wellbeing and tranquillity. Suffused with peaceful beauty and focused on sensory experiences to offer the perfect escape, the spa is nestled within an exclusive natural environment.

Cristal Group Inaugurates the Cristal Amaken Hotel, Riyadh

The Cristal Group recently unveiled the Cristal Amaken Hotel. A Four Star hotel with 268 contemporary rooms and suites, designed to offer Cristal's signature hospitality. It is the first Cristal Hotel in Riyadh, located in the heart of Riyadh's 2nd Industrial City and the third Cristal property in the Kingdom.

Dusit International makes its debut in Qatar with Dusit Doha Hotel

With a view to capture major market share in Qatar's hospitality sector, Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, has made its Qatar debut today (25 April 2019) with the launch of the luxury Dusit Doha Hotel.

Hyatt Place Dubai / Wasl District Now Open

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the official opening of Hyatt Place Dubai/Wasl District, marking the third property under Hyatt's select service brand portoflio in the United Arab Emirates. The hotel joins Hyatt Place Dubai/Al Rigga and Hyatt Place Dubai/Baniyas Square in increasing the number of contemporary yet affordable hospitality offerings in the city. The opening of the property brings Hyatt hotels in the UAE to 10 properties.

Radisson Blu Opens In Riyadh’s Diplomatic Quarter

Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of the Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Located in the west of the capital, the hotel is just a 30-minute drive from King Khaled International Airport and situated in Riyadh's Diplomatic Quarter, home to over eighty foreign embassies and diplomatic missions.

Marriott International and Dur Hospitality Open Riyadh Marriott Hotel Diplomatic Quarter and Marriott Executive Apartments Riyadh, Diplomatic Quarter

Marriott International and Dur Hospitality today announced the opening of Riyadh Marriott Hotel Diplomatic Quarter and Marriott Executive Apartments Riyadh, Diplomatic Quarter. The complex is strategically located in the heart of one of the most sought-after areas in the city with easy access to key embassies and major corporate headquarters, just a 30-minute drive from King Khalid International Airport.

Mandarin Oriental, Doha Now Open

Mandarin Oriental is delighted to introduce the Group's legendary hospitality to Qatar with the opening of Mandarin Oriental, Doha.

Shaza Hotels Expands in KSA with the Opening of ‘Shaza Hotel Residences, Riyadh

Shaza Hotels, a member of the Global Hotel Alliance, has announced the opening of Shaza Hotel Residences, Riyadh. The property is the first for the brand in Riyadh and its third in KSA. It is also the first extended stay property to open for Shaza Hotels.

Four Points By Sheraton Sharjah Celebrates Its Offical Opening

Four Points by Sheraton Sharjah, part of Marriott International, celebrated its official opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on February 17 2019, marking the brand's debut in the Emirate of Sharjah. With over 200 rooms the hotel is conveniently situated in the centre of Sharjah, providing easy access to prominent sites in the city including Bank Street for business and major leisure destination Al Majaz Waterfront.

Escape To Abu Dhabi’s Ultimate Desert Retreat: Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort & Spa Now Open

Jumeirah Group expands portfolio in Abu Dhabi with a luxury desert resort featuring Arabian style rooms, magnificent villas with private pools and a destination spa.

Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai Now Open

Opening Of W Dubai – The Palm Marks First W Escape In The Middle East

The desert just got hotter. W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International Inc., today announced the opening of W Dubai - The Palm, located on the Palm Jumeirah, the largest man-made island in the world and one of Dubai's most iconic attractions. W Dubai - The Palm is the newest W Escape, the W brand's playful spin on the traditional resort experience and is set to add a new beat to the already dynamic and pulsating city. With its electrifying style, evocative design and eclectic destination restaurants led by world-class chefs including Massimo Bottura and Akira Back, W Dubai - The Palm will shine bright in the famed City of Gold.

Grand Opening of Emerald Palace Kempinski Dubai

The Emerald Palace Kempinski Dubai hosted on 16 January 2019 a spectacular Grand opening ceremony with fireworks and classic live performances. Members of the European Imperial and Royal Dynasties, nobility and the high establishment from around the world as well as UAE business establishment and prominent personalities joined the outstanding event. The highlight of this Royal Celebration was an exclusive opera performance, accompanied by a philharmonic orchestra in the lush gardens of the Palace and a breath-taking firework display, which illuminated the sky above Palm Jumeirah.

Hyatt House Brand Debuts in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Hyatt announced today the entry of the Hyatt House brand into the Middle Eastern market with the opening of Hyatt House Jeddah Sari Street in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The opening of the Hyatt House hotel is a significant step towards increasing Hyatt's brand footprint in the extended stay segment and growing Hyatt's brand presence in the Middle East with innovative hospitality offerings in key locations and gateway cities.

Hyatt Regency Al Kout Mall Opens in Kuwait

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Al Kout Mall, marking the reintroduction of the Hyatt Regency brand to Kuwait. The opening marks the first of two Hyatt properties in collaboration with Tamdeen Group, the second of which is Grand Hyatt Kuwait, set to open in 2020. The Hyatt Regency brand offers a seamless experience that connects guests to everything they need under one roof with a full range of services and amenities, including notable culinary experiences, technology-enabled facilities for collaboration, expert event planners with exceptional attention to detail, and flexible spaces to work, engage or relax.