Abu Dhabi – Beach Rotana is proud to announce that it partnered up with the Emirates Autism Center in Abu Dhabi. The long-term partnership covers several areas and actively involves the hotel’s staff in a number of undertakings.

The EAC was founded by Amal Sabry in 2007 as a result of her own experiences with her autistic son. The center is specialized in autism spectrum disorders and open all year round for research, therapeutic programs and inclusion activities. Apart from raising awareness and understanding, the main goal is to offer high quality teaching and care to empower the students to fully participate in community inclusion programmes. The center’s founder and staff members are determined “to boost the quality of life for individuals with autism and their families. We aim to achieve the maximum level of independence possible for each student.”

Beach Rotana planned a range of activities to support the EAC and involve as many colleagues of the hotel population as possible. One of the most crucial shortcomings at the center needed to be taken care of urgently: Painting of the entire villa. However, the private organization does not dispose of fixed financial means and therefore relies on support from the community. Therefore, Rotana’s flagship property arrived on site last weekend with 27 colleagues from various departments who happily volunteered to paint the entire villa from the top to the ground floor and fence to give it a fresh and beautiful new look. Part of the funds for the materials came from a flea market held last year which the hotel initiated for the staff in order “to reuse, reduce, recycle”. In addition, a number of presents with educational toys were purchased and will be handed over by hotel colleagues next week when visiting the students in their newly painted classrooms.

One of the key successes of the EAC is the fact that more than half of their 50 students currently are successfully integrated in mainstream schools. Six students between the age of 15 and 17 are training for workplace inclusion in partnership with companies – of which Beach Rotana is one and offered spots for three young gentlemen who are currently being trained in the pastry kitchen and Food & Beverage department.   

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About Beach Rotana

This award-winning city resort boasts a central location while at the same time overlooking a beautiful bay. The property offers 565 rooms and suites as well as 14 unparalleled dining destinations. 12 banqueting rooms, three outdoor venues facing the waterside and two ballrooms with a capacity of up to 1100 people make it the ideal venue for any type of event. The Beach Club features temperature-controlled adults’ and kids’ swimming pools, 120m private beach, water sports, and a fully equipped Bodylines Fitness & Wellness Club, complemented by Zen the spa offering exquisitely designed treatment rooms and soothing relaxation areas. The hotel is directly connected to the shops, cinemas, and services of Abu Dhabi Mall, and is mere minutes from Saadiyat Island, the new Central Business District and the Corniche. Yas Island and Abu Dhabi International Airport is just a 30-minute drive.

About Beach Rotana Residences

Opened in July 2018, Beach Rotana Residences is located right next to the Beach Rotana hotel and adjacent Abu Dhabi Mall. The 314 studios, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments are designed for business and leisure travelers; for short stays as well as for long-term residents. Every apartment is equipped with select furniture and appliances to deliver a luxurious home experience. The property offers guests the option to cook at home or order room service in the privacy of their apartments. Acacia restaurant serves international breakfast buffet while Al Yasmine Lobby Lounge offers a fine selection of teas, coffees, pastries and healthy meal alternatives. The Residences also house Bodylines Fitness and Wellness Club and two spa treatment rooms, along with a sauna and steam room. Those seeking more recreational facilities can step into Beach Rotana next door for the Beach Club and Zen the spa, not to mention the 12 international award-winning dining destinations.

About Rotana

Rotana currently manages a portfolio of over 100 properties throughout the Middle East, Africa, South Asia and Eastern Europe with an aggressive expansion plan in place. Rotana has chosen to acknowledge how precious time is by making all time spent in their range of hotels ‘Treasured Time’. This means Rotana has pledged to understand and meet the individual needs of all guests. In so doing, Rotana has evolved its product brands to include, Rotana Hotels & Resorts, Centro Hotels by Rotana, Rayhaan Hotels & Resorts by Rotana, Arjaan Hotel Apartments by Rotana and The Residences by Rotana. Treasured Time. The Rotana 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 the regional sales offices.

For more information, please contact:

Alexandra Ellerkamp
Director of Marketing & Communications
Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi
Tel.       : +971 (0)2 697 9100
E-mail   : alexandra.ellerkamp@rotana.com  

Web      : rotana.com/beachrotana 

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