Emaar hospitality
group based in Dubai UAE, the hospitality & leisure business of
Emaar properties PJSC, has announced its expansion to South Asia with a hotel
management contract to operate Address Madivaru Maldives Resort and Spa, a
striking beachfront resort set in a private island in the Indian Ocean, only 20
minutes by seaplane from Male International Airport.
The
expansion to the Indian Ocean archipelago underlines the international growth
plans of Emaar Hospitality Group, which now has 29 upcoming hotel projects in
the UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkey, and now, Maldives. The Group
currently has 11 operational hotels and three serviced residences in Dubai, its
home-market.
Scheduled
to be operational in 2020, Address Madivaru Maldives Resort + Spa will be the
first-of-its-kind island hotel project by Address Hotels + Resorts, the premium
lifestyle hotel and serviced residences brand of Emaar Hospitality Group.
The
developer of the project, Finolhu Investment Pvt Ltd already has a strong
footprint in the Maldivian tourism sector, especially through their cruise and
yachting business.
Mr.Adam
Gafoor, owner of Ethere Madivaru Island has also been associated previously
with hotel developments, and with Address Maldives in the Madivaru Island, he
aims to create a legacy in the hospitality sector.
"We
are delighted to welcome Emaar Hospitality Groups Address brand to Maldives to
manage our exceptional property that will complement our nations focus on
tourism growth. Maldives has been the cornerstone of Indian Ocean tourism, and
the government has announced visionary initiatives to drive the role of the
private sector, including the long-term lease of islands for resort
development. Said Adam Abdul Gafoor
"Address
Hotels + Resorts bring a unique brand of hospitality that will appeal to the
international holidaymakers in Maldives. With a strong intake of Middle East
visitors, Address Madivaru Maldives Resort + Spa will appeal to visitors and
investors from the region for holiday-homes and luxury stays in our country."
Among the
stand-out features of Address Madivaru Maldives Resort + Spa include a
dedicated Spa Island and Water Sports Island offering diving, surfing and a
host of leisure pursuits, as well as water villas and presidential suites that
redefine the standards of ultra-luxury hospitality. Amenities such as floating
restaurants and lounges, over-water fitness facilities, swimming pools, and
childrens play areas are all thoughtfully designed to maximise the oceanfront
location.
Address
Madivaru Maldives Resort + Spa will not only enhance our reputation as a global
hospitality provider but also add value to the local economy through its role
in promoting premium tourism and holiday home investments."stated Olivier Harnisch, Chief Executive Officer
of Emaar Hospitality Group
Address
Madivaru Maldives Resort + Spa is the 21st hotel project under
Address Hotels + Resorts, which has brought a fresh identity to the global
hospitality and service sector. The properties offer a more personal and
engaging experience to guests in a premium lifestyle environment, enriching the
lives of its guests with luxury, style and elegance. The upcoming international projects under the
brand are: Jabal Omar Address Makkah in Saudi Arabia; Address Marassi Golf Resort + Spa and Address
Marassi Beach Resort in Egypt; Address Istanbul and Address Residences Emaar Square Istanbul
in Turkey; and Address Marassi Al Bahrain.
Marking
its tenth year of operation, Emaar Hospitality Group has redefined the
hospitality sector of Dubai and is fast expanding its footprint to
international markets.
Emaar Hospitality
Group LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Emaar Properties PJSC, the
Dubai-based global property developer, and manages Emaars hospitality and
leisure projects globally. Defining its competency in managing mixed-use
property developments, Emaar Hospitality Group owns and manages a diversified
portfolio of assets including hotels, serviced residences, golf clubs, polo
club, marina and lifestyle dining restaurants.
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