Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the Middle East, Africa and Turkey, has announced the soft opening of its third hotel in Riyadh, Centro Olaya by Rotana, which enriches the Group's presence in the booming Saudi hospitality sector.
A ten-minute walk from there, up Yefet and beyond the bazaar of stores, takes visitors to imposing historical buildings. One, on the right, opened on Aug. 20, as the 120-room The Jaffa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Tel Aviv. As its imposing chapel indicates, it was formerly a convent. Hotel owner, Abe Rosen of RFR Holdings, whose portfolio also includes W South Beach, has turned the double-height chapel, now desanctified, into a breathtaking all-purpose room, for pop-up nightclubs and events (imagine doing yoga looking up at frescoed walls inset with four-foot photos of stars who have played significant religious figures, say Richard Burton and Frank Sinatra).
Turkish-grown hospitality brand Rixos Hotels has opened its first resort in Abu Dhabi. Rixos Saadiyat Island prides itself on offering 'pure luxury' in an opulent setting, inspired by the palaces of the Ottoman Empire, with dazzling interiors reflecting gemstone shades of green, blue and turquoise throughout. Situated on Saadiyat Island, the resort is expected to become the most successful, fully integrated resort in the Emirates.
Developed by Radar Holdings, the new hotel is the first to open in Dubai South. Aloft Dubai South is located near Dubai's second major airport, Al Maktoum International Airport, and the rapidly expanding Expo 2020 site.
The Luxury Collection® Hotels & Resorts, announced today the opening of its first property in the Kingdom of Jordan, the highly anticipated Al Manara, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Saraya Aqaba. Developed by Eagle Hills Jordan, the 207-room hotel is located in the heart of Aqaba's newest beachside destination, Saraya Aqaba, offering guests a contemporary luxury experience in a setting that merges Jordan's rich heritage and history through traditional architecture, sumptuous décor and magnificent surroundings.
Brown Hotels' largest property to date, The Lighthouse, located in Tel Aviv's city center, will have its soft opening September 2018.
Turkish-grown hospitality brand Rixos Hotels is set to open the first all-inclusive, all-exclusive resort in Abu Dhabi. Opening its doors on 15 October 2018, Rixos Saadiyat Island invites guests to experience luxury in an opulent setting inspired by the palaces of the Ottoman Empire, with dazzling interiors reflecting gemstone shades of green, blue, and turquoise throughout.
Marking a new era in its legacy, Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel reopens following a period of extensive enhancements that includes redesigned rooms and suites, refreshed Ritz Kids experiences, and new culinary options. An iconic symbol of Omani culture and hospitality, the palace hotel has been reimagined to embrace the needs of families and the modern global traveler, offering new and inspiring experiences that bridge heritage with state of the art technology and modern design.
Inspired by the tradition of Emirati traders welcoming travelers into their homes, Al Seef Hotel by Jumeirah is a new charming hotel waiting to be discovered in the heart of old-Dubai.
Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the Middle East, Africa and Turkey, and Al Diyar United, have announced the launch of Centro Salama Jeddah, the first hotel project to be funded and developed in partnership with Al Diyar United Company, one of the leading real estate developers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Tivoli Hotels & Resorts has announced the launch of Souq Al Wakra Hotel Qatar, a 101-key property nestled amongst a newly established souq in the Al Wakra seaside district of Doha.
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, has announced the opening of Crowne Plaza Doha West Bay, in partnership with Tanmiyat Real Estate.
Hilton's Hampton by Hilton, the global value hotel brand known for its commitment to authentic service, and wasl Asset Management Group today celebrated the hotel brand's Middle East debut with the opening of Hampton by Hilton Dubai Airport.
Rotana, one of the leading hotel management companies in the Middle East, Africa, and Turkey, has announced the opening date of its latest hotel addition in Jeddah under the "Centro by Rotana" brand. Officially opening in September, Centro Salama is the second hotel to open in Jeddah and the fifth in the Kingdom. The new hotel comes as part of the group's strategic plan to expand the Kingdom's hospitality market and seize opportunities offered by this growing and booming sector.
Luxury hotel brand Shaza Hotels has opened a new 251-key property in Saudi Arabia's holy city, Makkah, said a report.
Cairo, Egypt: The historic Al Alamein Hotel has officially reopened after a major facelift by Emaar Hospitality Group that makes it amongst the finest resorts along the Mediterranean.
Majid Al Futtaim and Marriott International have announced the opening of Aloft City Centre Deira, the company's design-led Aloft brand's third property in Dubai.
Address Downtown, the flagship hotel under Emaar Hospitality Group's premium lifestyle Address Hotels + Resorts, has opened its doors to hotel guests marking the arrival of Dubai's much-loved destination, popular among visitors from across the world.
The second hotel in the Zabeel House by Jumeirah collection opens this week, bringing a loft-style vibe to the south banks of Dubai Creek, next door to the earlier opened Zabeel House MINI by Jumeirah.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening of Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residence Emirates Pearl, the first Grand Hyatt hotel to open in the United Arab Emirates" capital city, Abu Dhabi. The luxury property combines iconic brand elements and awe-inspiring design and architecture with a central location in the capital that offers easy access to world-class shopping, dining and cultural events.