Rotana is scheduled to open two new properties in Dubai in Q3 2011. The 5 star Al Ghurair Rayhaan by Rotana and the deluxe hotel apartments Al Ghurair Arjaan by Rotana will be a part of the new expansion of Al Ghurair Shopping complex.

The Al Ghurair properties are located on the Riqqa Road in the heart of Deira in Dubai. With the opening of both hotels, Rotana will be operating eight properties in the UAE under the ‘Arjaan Hotel Apartments by Rotana’ brand and three properties in the UAE under the alcohol free brand “Rayhaan Hotels & Resorts by Rotana”.

“We are excited about the upcoming opening of our 15th Rotana property in Dubai which we are certain will meet the demands of guests seeking contemporary accommodation, convenience and paramount comfort,” commented Omer Kaddouri, Rotana’s Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer. “The total number of 7,888 rooms managed by Rotana in the UAE only confirms Rotana’s strong dedication in delivering premium hospitality and services to provide guests with the ultimate choice for a complete accommodation experience.”

Al Ghurair Rayhaan by Rotana and Al Ghurair Arjaan by Rotana are first-class properties, which have been developed with leisure, corporate, long-term guests and families in mind. The opening team, headed by the General Manager Mark McCarthy, is working hard to ensure all areas of the opening are perfected and ready to open on time in Q3 of this year.” concluded Mr. Kaddouri.

Both properties feature the latest high-tech facilities including a wide choice of food & beverage venues, 1 ballroom, and 6 fully-equipped meeting rooms with the most up-to-date audio-visual equipment. Guests will have a chance to wind down & relax at any of the numerous leisure facilities that include Zen The Spa at Rotana, swimming pool, a fully-fledged fitness centre, in addition to steam, jacuzzi, sauna and massage rooms.

“The rooms and suites are designed to provide the ultimate experience in modern serviced living," says Mark McCarthy, General Manager of Al Ghurair properties. "The diverse features in both properties offer numerous benefits and advantages for short or long term stays, whether they are for business, leisure or home relocation. I am privileged to be part of the opening team of these magnificent properties and my team and will be working hand in hand to ensure all areas of the opening are perfected ".