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Mandarin Oriental is strengthening its presence in the region with the upcoming launch of its second property in Dubai. Set within the striking Wasl Tower, a new architectural icon on Sheikh Zayed Road, Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai is scheduled to open in October 2025. With 259 elegantly appointed rooms and suites, 224 exclusive residences and unobstructed views of both the Arabian Gulf and the Dubai skyline, Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai brings a new perspective to the city’s hospitality landscape. Complete with a rooftop helipad for seamless arrivals, the hotel is set to become a pillar of sophisticated urban hospitality. Framed by the region’s tallest ceramic façade, the tower’s distinctive twisting form is accentuated by innovative fins that optimise airflow for natural cooling. Redefining the city’s skyline, it integrates advanced energy-efficient technologies, setting a new standard for sustainable urban design. Embracing Dubai’s duality of history and modernity, The Spa at Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai will fuse ancient healing practices with cutting-edge wellness technologies and treatments. Spanning two floors, it offers a holistic path to restoration, guided by the pillars of nourishment, in-room wellness, beauty and intelligent movement. Culinary connoisseurs can look forward to a collection of ten exquisite concepts and bars, spanning French, Chinese, Greek, Italian cuisine, and more, along with vibrant nightlife – all culminating in an exceptional destination. The property will also unveil Dubai’s first-ever Mandarin Oriental branded residences, available for lease. Combining the comforts of a private home with the hotel’s legendary service and world-class facilities.

EDITION Hotels premieres in Dubai’s iconic Downtown district, a stone’s throw from the city’s world-class retail flagships, commercial district and its flourishing art, design and culture hubs.  The Dubai EDITION is the brands latest addition in the Middle East following the success of its launch in Abu Dhabi. Welcoming guests since November 2021, The Dubai EDITION with its own unique and original identity, embodies its sense of place at the centre of a thriving international gateway city that is steered by pioneering spirit and innovation while anchored in its rich culture. It is no wonder that EDITION has debuted in one of the most exciting cities in the world.  The ban Designed in partnership with LW Design, The Dubai EDITION heralds a new generation of modern luxury and pays homage to Dubai’s passion to create something entirely new. The result is an elegant, vibrant, urban hub that undeniably encapsulates the essence of this inspired city and sets the bar for luxury of the future. The Dubai EDITION brings a new bespoke, boutique experience with the acute attention to detail and finesse that the EDITION brand is known for. From the outside, The Dubai EDITION stands tall within the Downtown district surrounded by world-famous attractions and landmarks. The green-filled entrance to the hotel is populated with bold terracotta pots transporting guests from the hustle and bustle to an oasis of calm. The clever landscaping continues throughout the hotel into the lobby, outdoor spaces and terraces, shaping intimate venues complete with lights beautifully woven through the gardens to create a playful dance at night. As with all EDITION hotels, the lobby is a dynamic, social space that subtly reveals a sense of …

In another technology first, Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure business of Emaar Properties PJSC, has introduced panoramic, 360° virtual tours of its hotels in Dubai. The virtual tours, comprising high-definition photographs and videos, offer visitors the opportunity to experience the unique value propositions of each hotel, discover its myriad facets and make an informed decision regarding the purchase – be it for booking hotel stays, restaurants or spas. These virtual tours cover properties under the premium luxury hotel and serviced residences brand, Address Hotels and Resorts; the upscale lifestyle hotel and serviced residences brand, Vida Hotels and Resorts and the new contemporary mid-scale hotel and serviced residences brand, Rove Hotels. The visitors are virtually taken through the spectacular architecture that defines properties under the Address Hotel and Resorts, including Address Boulevard, Address Dubai Marina, Address Dubai Mall, Address Montgomerie and Palace Downtown. Also, they virtually get to see the exceptional ambience offered by Vida Downtown and Manzil Downtown, as well as the three Rove Hotels that are currently operational in central locations across the city – Rove Downtown, Rove City Centre and Rove Healthcare City. To view, navigate to the master-brand pages, which will take you to individual hotel websites, where you can take the interactive tours.