The Ritz-Carlton Dubai is to embark on a major expansion project that will increase the total number of guest rooms and include the addition of several new restaurant concepts.
The project will begin in October and is expected to be completed in 2012.
Spearheaded by Dubai-based architectural firm Rice Perry Ellis, there are plans to build an adjacent wing to house an additional 163 guestrooms, bringing the total number to 301. Of these, 18 are designated as suites including two Royal Suites, each providing more than 180 square meters and offering a 180-degree panoramic view of the Persian Gulf.
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All guest rooms will be equipped with the finest bedding experience, state-of-the-art technology including wireless and wired internet access, iPod docking stations, flat screen televisions and DVD players.
Located on the third floor of the new wing is The Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge, offering six complimentary food and beverage presentations throughout the day and dedicated multi-lingual concierge service.
“This major project is part of our goal to meet our guests’ requirements in the coming years,” said general manager Andrew Nasskau. “Since the resort’s opening 11 years ago, our number of guests have increased annually, and with the development of The Walk and Dubai Marina, we are predicting even higher visitors’ interest in The Ritz-Carlton at the completion of this expansion programme.”
As the new wing is located away from guestrooms Nasskau believes the impact will be minimal. “We are mindful of the effect that the expansion programme will have on our guests and we will make every effort to ensure that their comfort and enjoyment will not be compromised. All our rooms and suites will still be occupied for the next two years, and the only areas that will be closed are La Baie, the spa pool and garden in front of the new wing.”
New F&B offerings will include the addition of 10 private dining rooms within an enclosed solarium in Italian restaurant Splendido, and the signature restaurant La Baie will be revitalised by a new concept and a larger dining space.
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