Aldar launches The Yas Hotel

Aldar Properties, Abu Dhabi's leading property development, management and investment company, unveiled The Yas Hotel, a five star signature hotel at the heart of the Yas Marina Circuit, at the Arabian Travel Market event held in Dubai today.

Developed by Aldar, The Yas Hotel will be the first hotel operated by Aldar Hotels and Hospitality and one of seven hotels opening on Yas Island for the 2009 Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in November. Lead architects for the project are Hani Rashid and Lise Anne Couture, founders and principals of Asymptote Architecture.

The hotel features a gridshell structure, that incorporates a striking veil of steel and glass featuring programmed lighting and image sequences, which fuse the two sections that span both the circuit and the marina.  A bridge stretches between the Main building and the Marina Tower, enclosing a bar and restaurant with executive level bridge that will house a rotating exhibition of contemporary artwork by Emirati and GCC artists. 

The Yas Hotel features 252 deluxe and 247 executive rooms and suites all with exceptional views that use innovative materials selected to ensure the design is both progressive and comfortable.

The hotel's two signature presidential suites each measuring over 400sqm, feature original contemporary artwork, a dedicated lift and enjoy full terrace access and a lap pool.  The suites also have a full chef's kitchen with a dining room accommodating up to 16 people. 

The hotel boasts 14 entertainment and dining options as well as a total of 1625sqm in Conference and Banqueting space that includes a ballroom. Other features include a luxury spa that reinterprets the traditional hamam; a state-of-the-art gym and a metamorphic roof space with lounge, café and pools.

The Yas Hotel will also provide excellent access to other recreational facilities in phase 1 of Yas Island which include an 18-hole Links Championship Golf Course and a 143 berth Marina. Other facilities opening at a later stage include Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, and the 350,000sqm Yas Mall retail development.

Speaking at the launch of The Yas Hotel, Paul Bell, Managing Director of Aldar Hotels & Hospitality, said,

"I am delighted to unveil this exciting project that is now in the final stages. This unique development is the perfect flagship for Aldar Hotels & Hospitality and underlines our objective to become a significant force in hospitality in the region. We look forward to welcoming our first guests and showcasing The Yas Hotel to a worldwide audience at the 2009 Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix."

For further information on the project, please go to www.TheYasHotel.com

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About Aldar Properties:
Aldar Properties PJSC is Abu Dhabi's leading property development, management and investment company. It listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities market in 2004. Aldar was established to support the region's infrastructure through the creation of high quality, attractive and sustainable communities equipped with residential, commercial, retail, leisure, hospitality, education and medical facilities.      

Aldar's diverse property portfolio includes major developments and re-developments within Abu Dhabi including Yas Island, Al Raha Beach, Central Market, Nareel Island, and Noor Al Ain. The company owns over 50 million square metres of land in strategic locations throughout the Emirate.

For further details visit www.aldar.com 

For media enquiries, please contact:
Mona Zayati, Aldar Properties PJSC
Tel: +971 2 696 4729,
Mob: 050-4108400
Email: mzayati@aldar.com

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