IHG Signs Two New Hotels in Dubai

InterContinental Hotels Group has signed two new properties in Dubai with API Hotels & Resorts.

Expected to open in 2019, Crowne Plaza Dubai Business Bay will be situated on the Business Bay Canal, near the Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall. With 290 rooms and suites, the hotel will offer guests all day dining options, meeting facilities, a gym and an outdoor infinity pool.

The InterContinental Residence Suites Dubai Business Bay will be situated on the Business Bay canal extension of the Dubai Creek, across from the Crowne Plaza Dubai Business Bay. The area, currently under development as part of Marasi Business Bay, will feature floating restaurants and cafes across 5 marinas, over 1250 berths, onshore boutiques and entertainment facilities. The hotel will offer 30 studios, 60 one bedroom, 60 two bedroom, and 10 three bedroom suites.

“In the Middle East, we are currently engaged in the strategic expansion of the Crowne Plaza brand, as well as growing the footprint of our InterContinental Residence Suites. In support of these goals, we are delighted to be working with API Hotels & Resorts, an eminent partner with a proven track record in high quality hotel developments across the UAE,” said Pascal Gauvin, Chief Operating Officer, India, Middle East & Africa, IHG. “Crowne Plaza is all about making business travel work and ensuring our guests have the most productive stay while they’re on the road. InterContinental Residence Suites endeavours to provide both short and long-term residents with a measure of luxury and location second to none. Dubai continues to be one of the strongest business and leisure destinations in the region and given that Business Bay’s is positioned as one of the city’s most centrally located commercial and lifestyle hubs, it is the perfect location for both these properties.” 

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