Aldar Properties has announced an ambitious Dhs1.5bn transformation of its hotel portfolio. The initiative will introduce upscale hotel brands to the emirate for the first time, with the Eastern Mangroves hotel set to be rebranded as a Waldorf Astoria luxury resort.
The renovation will include an upgrade of premium rooms and suites, enhancements to the promenade and marina, and the introduction of a new retail mix. In a significant reimagining, the Yas Plaza Hotels will transform into the world’s largest Vignette Collection resort under the IHG brand. This six-hotel complex will feature a private beach and newly added beachfront suites.
Aldar is also set to reimagine its desert resort in the Al Dhafra region, formerly known as Tilal Liwa, into a luxury escape that will join the Vignette Collection. Additionally, Nurai Island will undergo major refurbishments and expansions, ensuring its status as Abu Dhabi’s ultra-luxury island destination. “The UAE continues to enhance its appeal as a premier international leisure and tourism destination,” said Talal Al Dhiyebi, group CEO of Aldar.
“We see tremendous opportunities to reposition our hotel portfolio to meet expected demand in the luxury segment.” Aldar’s investments reflect tourism growth and demand Aldar’s investments come as Abu Dhabi experiences a significant rise in tourism, with a 27 per cent increase in hotel guests in 2023, driven by a 54 per cent surge in international arrivals. The emirate aims to attr.