Raffles Dubai celebrates opening with fanfare

The ribbon cutting ceremony was graced by the Guest-of-Honour His Highness Sheikh Hasher Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, Director General, Department of Information.

The 19-storey hotel features a striking pyramidal design inspired by ancient Egyptian architecture. It enjoys an unsurpassed location at Wafi, a unique destination in the heart of Dubai, which offers an unrivalled collection of the best the world and the region has to offer in art, food, fashion, entertainment and lifestyle. Raffles Dubai is only 15 minutes away from Dubai International Airport and a short drive to the business district.

Sheikh Mana bin Khalifa Al Maktoum, Chairman, MKM Commercial Holdings LLC, which owns Wafi, said “Raffles Dubai, being the first Raffles hotel in the United Arab Emirates, is an indication of Dubai’s ability to attract global brand names and further enhances Dubai’s reputation as one of the leading cities in the region.

Dubai City Guide, United Arab Emirates