A new legend begins in the Middle East Raffles Dubai celebrates opening with fanfare
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A new legend begins in the Middle East Raffles Dubai celebrates opening with fanfare
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Category: Middle East
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2007-11-26
Raffles Dubai, the much awaited
addition to Raffles Hotels & Resorts’ collection of luxury hotels,
celebrated its opening today, under the patronage of His Highness
Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman
of the Executive Council of Dubai.
The ribbon cutting ceremony was graced by His Highness Sheikh
Hasher Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, Director General, Department of
Information, Dubai.
The 19-storey hotel features a striking pyramidal design inspired by
ancient Egyptian architecture. It enjoys an unsurpassed location at
Wafi, a unique destination in the heart of Dubai, which offers an
unrivalled collection of the best the world and the region has to offer
in art, food, fashion, entertainment and lifestyle. Raffles Dubai is
only 15 minutes away from Dubai International Airport and a short
drive to the business district.
Sheikh Mana bin Khalifa Al Maktoum, Chairman, MKM Commercial Holdings LLC, which
owns Wafi, said “Raffles Dubai, being the first Raffles hotel in the United Arab Emirates, is
an indication of Dubai’s ability to attract global brand names and further enhances Dubai’s
reputation as one of the leading cities in the region.
It is particularly fitting that the Raffles brand should be introduced to the Middle East by
Wafi, a destination renowned within Dubai for innovation and creativity”
The hotel’s stunning interiors draw design elements from both the Middle East and Asia.
Columns intricately carved with Egyptian hieroglyphs decorate the hotel’s impressive lobby,
continuing the ancient Egyptian theme that inspired the hotel’s pyramidal structure.
Raffles Dubai assures its patrons of unparalleled luxury with its well-appointed and spacious
rooms, each occupying at least 70 square metres. All 248 rooms and suites at Raffles Dubai
feature private balconies with panoramic views of the city and interiors that exude a sense of
intimacy, luxury and residential charm – distinctive qualities in Raffles hotels and resorts
across the globe.
The hotel also features Raffles Hotels & Resorts’ award-winning lifestyle concept,
RafflesAmrita Spa. According to an ancient Sanskrit legend, ‘Amrita’ is the gift of living
well, sought by deities.
When it comes to dining, gourmands will be spoilt for choice as Raffles Dubai’s 11
restaurants and bars offer an exquisite myriad of cuisines from around the world, such as fresh
seafood and premium steaks at Fire & Ice - Raffles Grill, contemporary Chinese cuisine at
The Noble House, Pan Arabic cuisine at the all day dining restaurant Azur, English afternoon
tea at Raffles Salon and innovative cocktails including the Singapore Sling at the Balinese
styled Crossroads Cocktail Bar. The Singapore Sling originated at the Group’s flagship
hotel, Raffles Hotel Singapore.
For meetings and conferences, 11 large meeting rooms with customisable capacity, a
ballroom for 500 guests, and a state-of-the-art Business Centre are also featured in Raffles
Dubai. Each meeting room enjoys natural daylight and offers access to the hotel’s library.
Diana Ee-Tan, Managing Director, Raffles Hotels & Resorts commented, “Dubai is a vibrant
destination, renowned for its architectural and cultural diversity, with spectacular events all
year round. In addition, it is also a successful business hub and continues to attract increasing
numbers of both business and leisure travellers, and Raffles is delighted to be part of this
dynamic and exciting landscape.”
“Raffles Dubai will bring to the Middle East the heartfelt and gracious service, creative dining
concepts and cultured luxury that Raffles hotels and resorts are known for. International flair,
uncompromising service and breathtaking vistas will make the Raffles experience a truly
memorable one,” said Mr Hagop Dohramadjian, General Manager, Raffles Dubai.
Raffles Dubai is owned by MKM Commercial Holdings LLC, a Dubai based conglomerate
with businesses in property asset management, manufacturing and industrial services and
freight forwarding, shipping, trucking, car rental and shipping agency.
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