Latest Signing Introduces Third Hilton Worldwide Hotel To Dubai's Famous Jumeirah Beach District
Dubai, UAE & McLean, VA - 12 February 2013 - Hilton Worldwide and Al Ain Hospitality Investments LLC, the hospitality business arm of Al Ain Properties LLC, have signed a management agreement to operate a new DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in the Jumeirah Beach Residence ("JBR") district of Dubai.
The new 110-suites DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai - Jumeirah Beach will be ideally located on the coastline at JBR, a 1.7 kilometre waterfront community with large numbers of cafes, restaurants and boutiques. The visually stunning 24-storey hotel, which is expected to open late 2013, is part of a larger dual-tower upscale development which also includes a residential complex.
Abdul Aziz Husain Ahmed, CEO of Al Ain Properties LLC said: "Our capabilities and experience as a property developer and hospitality investment company combines perfectly with Hilton Worldwide's expertise as hotel operators, and we're delighted to be working with them on such an exceptional property."
Rudi Jagersbacher, president, Hilton Worldwide Middle East & Africa said: "Dubai continues to be a key market for us and its on-going appeal as one of the GCC's most attractive destinations is a major factor in expanding our city-wide presence. This latest hotel will be a welcome addition to the JBR Walk neighbourhood and will perfectly complement our three existing Dubai properties. We are pleased to enter into this partnership with Al Ain Properties which is one of UAE's pioneer real estate companies."
Boasting stunning views of the Arabian Gulf, DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai - Jumeirah Beach offers a full range of guest amenities including a state-of-the-art business centre and ample meeting and conference facilities for the business community. The hotel will feature two restaurants, including a speciality option, a pool bar, lobby lounge and a late opening nightspot. Leisure facilities will include a dedicated fitness centre, private beach, outdoor swimming pool, four retail shops and easy access to one of the city's most vibrant and popular areas.
John Greenleaf, global head, DoubleTree by Hilton said: "The DoubleTree by Hilton hotel brand is experiencing exciting growth in the UAE. We look forward to opening the DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Beach and becoming an active and valuable member of the local community."
- Guests at DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai - Jumeirah Beach will benefit from the characteristic
- qualities found at a growing collection of more than 325 DoubleTree by Hilton hotels and
- resorts in five continents, including the warm welcome of the brand's legendary chocolate
- chip cookie presented to every guest upon check-in; an array of upscale amenities and guest
- services; the rewards of the Hilton HHonors guest loyalty programme; and a unique and caring
- team member commitment to the local community.
About Al Ain Properties LLC
Our goal is to combine high quality developments with best practice in facilities management, delivering a range of lifestyle opportunities that set a new benchmark in the region.
Al Ain Properties is a pioneer in the real estate industry in the United Arab Emirates, committed and recognized for building superior quality developments and providing world-class service in property and facilities management. Al Ain Properties (Formerly Seba Properties) was formed in 2005.
Al Ain Properties has set the standard of excellence in commercial and residential living by providing a range of lifestyle experiences. Its portfolio includes; apartments, villas, commercial offices, retail space, industrial warehouses, as well as the development of hotel and resort complexes for some of the world's leading hotel chains.
Al Ain Properties investment and asset portfolio is continuously expanding internationally, with interests in the UAE and the Middle East, North Africa, Europe, Asia and North America, and its success has been achieved through the development and extensive experience of its teams and in depth industry knowledge.
Throughout all its investments, Al Ain Properties is committed to adhering to industry best practice, applying superior architectural design and building standards, as well as using the best quality building materials and finishes to create energy efficient and sustainable developments, which include modern amenities. A commitment to minimizing the impact of operations on the environment is central to all decision making.
Through the application and use of state of the art technology within properties and innovative facilities management services - Al Ain Properties has redefined the way that people live and work, helping to ensure the quick and concise delivery of services. For more information you may visit: www.alainproperties.ae.
About DoubleTree by Hilton
With a fast-growing, global collection of more than 325 upscale hotels in gateway cities, metropolitan areas and vacation destinations across five continents, every little thing we do at DoubleTree by Hilton inspires us to create a rewarding experience for our hotel guests, our team members and the communities we proudly serve. Our hospitality begins with a warm chocolate chip cookie welcome upon arrival and continues with the award-winning Hilton HHonors guest loyalty program, an array of fine services and amenities and our longstanding CARE Culture tradition that empowers more than 65,000 team members to provide the special comforts and acts of kindness that make the traveler feel human again.
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CONTACT:
Elaine Reed
Corporate Communications
Middle East & Africa
Tel: +971 (0)4 434 5461
Elaine.reed@hilton.com
Maher Dinawi
Corporate Communication Manager
T +971 2 651 5555
D +971 2 651 5560
M +971 50 6335080
maher.dinawi@alainholding.ae
Mariam Gulid
Executive Secretary
D +971 2 6515603
M +971 56 672 5567
T +971 2 651 5555
Mariam.gulid@alainproperties.ae
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