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Abu Dhabi: Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading curator of magnetic experiences, announced today that Café del Mar will be coming to Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island in a deal signed with Capital Motion. Set to open later in 2021, the world-famous Ibiza Beach Club will be introduced to Abu Dhabi for the first time and will be a significant addition to the exciting offerings at Yas Bay Waterfront, the Emirate’s premier waterfront destination.
Founded in 1980 in Sant Antoni de Portmany on the Spanish island of Ibiza, Café del Mar has established itself as one of the world’s most revered entertainment venues. With multiple locations across the world, Café del Mar will offer a Mediterranean-inspired menu that will feature local Middle Eastern favourites.
Clement Bontemps, Executive Director of Asset Management, Miral, said: “Accompanied by recently unveiled award-winning concepts such as Siddharta Lounge, Bushra and Asia Asia, Café del Mar complements Yas Bay Waterfront’s line up of remarkable nightlife and F&B venues, many of which are debuting in Abu Dhabi for the first time. We look forward to the opening of Yas Bay Waterfront to offer visitors and residents unmatched experiences that reinforce Yas Island’s position as a global leisure and entertainment destination.”
Mario Samaha, Founder and CEO of Capital Motion, said: “We are thrilled to be expanding our collaboration with Miral at Yas Bay Waterfront and bringing Café del Mar to Abu Dhabi. This latest addition to the Capital Motion portfolio and to the already impressive line-up of nightlife and F&B outlets at Yas Bay Waterfront will offer guests a truly unique experience at a world-class entertainment venue.”
Emma Banks, Vice President, F&B Strategy and Development, Hilton EMEA, said: “We are excited to bring the first Café del Mar to Abu Dhabi. A truly global phenomenon, we will transport that same Spanish charm and magic to Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island; serving up the most delicious Mediterranean food and pouring sumptuous drinks to fuel our guests as they dance the day and night away. We look forward to offering our guests an experience like no other! “
Music will form a key part of the new beach club, with Café del Mar renowned as one of the world’s leading Chill House music labels, and the birthplace of one of the longest running and most successful music compilation series in history.
Yas Bay Waterfront is the focal point of Yas Bay which encompasses three distinct areas across 14 million square feet: The Waterfront, Residences at Yas Bay; and Yas Creative Hub. As a vibrant leisure and entertainment nightlife destination, Yas Bay Waterfront is home to a wide array of nightlife and entertainment attractions such as the multi-purpose indoor venue, Etihad Arena, and a Pier that features 37 cafés and restaurants as well as 19 retail outlets.
Yas Bay represents a USD 1.1 billion investment by Miral and has become a destination of choice for world-class brands expanding their presence in the region. With its expansive offerings for businesses, residents and visitors, Yas Bay is set to attract 15,000 future residents and over 10,000 top business professionals, upon completion
For more information about Café del Mar Abu Dhabi, visit: www.cafedelmarabudhabi.com
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ABOUT MIRAL
Miral is Abu Dhabi's creator of destinations, uniting people and places through unique, immersive and exciting experiences. Responsible for the development and management of Yas Island, Miral's assets encompass entertainment, hospitality, leisure, sport, dining, retail, and real estate destinations. Today, Yas Island is home to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, CLYMB™ Abu Dhabi, Yas Links Golf Course, Yas Mall, Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Marina and seven hotels, including the flagship Hotel W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island.
For more information, please visit: www.miral.ae
ABOUT YAS ISLAND
Yas Island is one of the world’s fastest growing leisure and entertainment destinations, located on the golden shores of Abu Dhabi - just 20 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi and 50 minutes from Dubai. Yas Island offers holidaymakers a diverse mix of award-winning leisure and entertainment experiences, from one-of-a-kind theme parks, world-class shopping and superb dining, to a links golf course, exciting water and motor sports, and the most enjoyable musical and family events… all within the 25 square kilometre Island. Today, Yas Island is home to the award-winning theme parks Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, and Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi, in addition to Yas Marina Circuit (home to the FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIXTM), Yas Marina, Yas Links golf course, and Abu Dhabi’s largest mall. It boasts more than 160 dining experiences, seven hotels, and is home to indoor and outdoor concert venues - all of which are complemented by a range of visitor services that connect all attractions to one another.
For more info, please visit: www.yasisland.ae
ABOUT CAPITAL MOTION
Capital Motion is a leading Food & Beverage and hospitality management company in Abu Dhabi who is bringing to Yas Bay Waterfront a legendary global brand Cafe Del Mar.
Capital Motion owns a group of award-winning restaurants in the capital such as Pacifico Tiki, Ornina Arabian lounge, Aquarium Yas Marina, Tokyo Grill, the beginning of the group's first coffee shop chain called Salt and Caramel. The company is growing its portfolio with newly created South Mediterranean Ishtar Yas Marina restaurant lounge and bringing the world’s most loved brands to Abu Dhabi such as The Trilogy by Buddha Bar: Siddharta Lounge, Zeera and Bushra.
Capital Motion was established by entrepreneur Mario Samaha (founder and CEO of the group) in 2008. The group has a successful vision that puts it at the fore with an expansion strategy approach and a combination of dining and entertainment concepts.
For more info, please visit: www.capitalmotion.com
ABOUT CAFÉ DEL MAR
Founded in 1980 in Sant Antoni de Portmany on the Spanish isle of Ibiza, Café del Mar has offered an unparalleled hospitality and entertainment experience to guests for the past 40 years. Café del Mar became most famous for its unique experience of watching the sunset with unforgettable Café del Mar music, while enjoying food and drinks in an iconic waterside setting in Ibiza. Today, the brand continues to transport guests with spectacular sunsets and water views, no matter what the destination globally. Café del Mar has multiple destinations across 4 continents in 9 countries. Café del Mar Australasia opened new venues in Bali and Maldives in 2019 and will be coming soon to Abu Dhabi.
Café del Mar Music is also one of the world’s leading Chill House Music labels.
Guests can also experience Café del Mar in Ibiza, Barcelona, Malta, Tenerife, Tarifa (Spain), Sydney, Phuket, Teresina (Brazil) and Café del Mar Australasia plans to continue its expansion throughout premium destinations across the globe.
Find more information about Café del Mar Australasia at: www.cdmaustralasia.com
Find more information about Café del Mar Abu Dhabi: www.cafedelmarabudhabi.com
ABOUT HILTON HOTELS & RESORTS
For 100 years, Hilton Hotels & Resorts has set the benchmark for hospitality around the world, providing new product innovations and services to meet guests' evolving needs. With more than 585 hotels across six continents, Hilton Hotels & Resorts properties are located in the world’s most sought-after destinations for guests who know that where they stay matters. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Begin your journey at www.hilton.com, and learn more by visiting newsroom.hilton.com/hhr and following Hilton Hotels & Resorts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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