The luxurious Raffles The Palm is expected to open later this year.
Hospitality group Accor will open its first Raffles Resort in the Middle East on Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah.
Set to open in the last quarter of 2021, Raffles the Palm Dubai will be the first ultra-luxury addition to Accor’s existing diverse portfolio in Dubai.
Raffles The Palm Dubai will be situated within a 100,000 sqm landscape on the West Crescent of Palm Jumeirah, the world’s largest artificial island and archipelago. Its privileged location boasts panoramic sea views and vistas of Dubai’s iconic skyline while offering a tranquil and private escape, just a short drive away from the city’s vibrant attractions.
Once open, the resort will offer 389 luxurious rooms, suites and villas, each of them featuring a balcony and terrace with unparalleled sea views. The property will offer unrivalled hospitality by providing the legendary Raffles butler service alongside eight new food and beverage experiences.
Guests looking to relax during their stay will be able to indulge in Cinq Mondes Spa, featuring 23 treatments rooms and two private spa suites, as well as the city’s largest indoor swimming pool.
Rising above the cobalt blue waters of the Arabian Gulf, a 500-meter private white sand beach flanks the property alongside a brand new beach club concept that will showcase Mediterranean cuisine and entertainment.
“This is a very exciting opportunity for us” says Mark Willis, CEO of Accor India, Middle East, Africa and Turkey. “There are very few beach resort plots left in Dubai and none on the Palm Jumeirah. The size of the property and its location perfectly lends itself to provide a prestigious address for the Raffles brand.”
Raffles The Palm takes over the building that was previous occupied by Emerald Palace Kempinski.
Dscvr: Raffles The Palm, West Crescent, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. www.raffles.com
