Dubai, 30 June 2010 - Rotana, the leading hotel management company in the Middle East and North Africa has officially launched Amwaj Rotana Jumeirah Beach Dubai, Rotana's first property with beach access in Dubai during a press conference held at the hotel on June 29th, 2010.

Commenting on the opening, Omer Kaddouri, Chief Operating Officer of Rotana said: "It gives me great pleasure to announce the long-awaited opening of Amwaj Rotana, which is a true landmark in the area. With its great location, perfect views and endless sunshine, Amwaj Rotana will be an idyllic retreat for both leisure and business travelers".

"Rotana currently manages more hotels in Dubai & the Northern Emirates than any other single operator. We currently manage 16 properties with a total rooms' inventory of 4045, including Centro Barsha, the second property under our exciting new 'Centro Hotels by Rotana' brand, which only opened on Sunday June 27th, 2010" added Kaddouri    

Cast away in the turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf, Amwaj Rotana Jumeirah Beach lies delicately in the pristine beauty of New Dubai. Amwaj Rotana is located few minutes away from Jebel Ali Free Zone, just 5 km away from the Internet and Media City, 20 km from Dubai World Trade Centre and Exhibition Halls and 30 km from Dubai International Airport

Timur Ilgaz, General Manager of Amwaj Rotana Jumeirah Beach Dubai said: "We are proud to launch Rotana's first property with beach access in Dubai and our aim is to provide the ultimate in comfort and convenience, for great value accommodation".

This world class property offers 301 superb rooms, suites and one presidential suite with their modern designs overlooking the Arabia Gulf Sea. Each of the rooms and suites will have a high-speed internet connection and a variety of amenities and facilities.

Amwaj Rotana Jumeirah Beach Dubai features exquisite dining venues including Rosso - Bar, Enoteca & Ristorante - an Italian Bar and restaurant with a convivial ambience offering al fresco dining, Benihana an American Japanese Restaurant and sushi bar with al fresco dining, Horizon the all day dining venue offering a choice of international cuisine serving buffet style and à la carte option, Sun Deck the pool bar and terrace, and Atrium the lobby lounge Café. In addition, the hotel offers the most up to date technology in its 3 meeting rooms all offering daylight, one ballroom with private access, business facilities, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, outdoor temperature controlled swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam rooms.

"I would like to thank my entire team, Rotana management team, our owners and all who supported us in making Amwaj Rotana opening a success", concluded Ilgaz.

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About Rotana
Rotana currently manages 70 properties throughout the Middle East & North Africa with an aggressive expansion plans in place. At Rotana, we have chosen to acknowledge how precious time is to you by making all time spent with us, Treasured Time. This means that we pledge to understand and meet the individual needs of all our guests. In so doing, we have evolved our product brands to include, Rotana Hotels & Resorts, Centro Hotels by Rotana, Rayhaan Hotels & Resorts by Rotana and Arjaan Hotel Apartments by Rotana. Treasured Time. Our promise to you.  

Further information on any Rotana property, its brands or reservations can be obtained by visiting rotana.com or by contacting one of our regional sales offices.

For further information about this press release, please contact:
Danielle Aychouh
Director of Marketing & Communications
Amwaj Rotana Jumeirah Beach Dubai
Tel: + 971 4 428 2000
Fax: + 971 4 434 3666
Email: danielle.aychouh@rotana.com  

© Press Release 2010