Marriott Downtown Abu Dhabi and Marriott Executive Apartments Downtown Abu Dhabi are expected to open in summer 2016 Marriott Downtown Abu Dhabi and Marriott Executive Apartments Downtown Abu Dhabi are expected to open in summer 2016

Marriott International has appointed the executive team to oversee the opening of Marriott Downtown Abu Dhabi and Marriott Executive Apartments Downtown Abu Dhabi.

The two hotels are due to open in summer 2016, located within the 25 storey, two tower, mixed use Bloom Central project in Abu Dhabi.

The Marriott Executive Apartments will offer 64 suites, while the Marriott Hotel Downtown Abu Dhabi will offer 315 rooms.

Earlier this month, David Lance was appointed general manager for the two hotels.

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Lance brings over 20 years of experience to this role, having worked at properties aropund the world. Most recently, Lance joins Marriott in Abu Dhbai from Marriott Executive Apartments, Sukhumvit Park in Bangkok, Thailand, where he was also general manager.

Lance commented: “We are proud to open the first Marriott Hotel in the capital city, bringing Marriott International’s flagship brand to Abu Dhabi along with the debut of Marriott’s luxury extended stay product.

“I am fortunate to be supported by an incredibly experienced and diverse team.”

To find out who’s who on the pre-opening team at the two upcoming properties, click below.

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