Luxury at its finest – Top 10 hotel chains in Dubai
Dubai has a thriving hospitality industry. A large number of the world’s top hotel groups have developed a strong foothold in the city. From Anantara to Hilton, there is an array of top hospitality groups in Dubai that are worth checking out!
So join us as we take you on a journey to some of the establishments that offer top-notch accommodation, meals and other services for guests in Dubai.
Please note that the article includes only an overview of hospitality groups; you can check out their respective websites to know about booking rates or other amenities.
MOST POPULAR HOSPITALITY GROUPS IN DUBAI
EMAAR HOSPITALITY GROUP DUBAI
Emaar has cemented its position as a forerunner in Dubai’s hospitality industry with its three brands, each committed to enriching the guests’ experience. The brands that operate under the umbrella of Emaar Hospitality Group include Address Hotels + Resorts, Vida Hotels and Resorts and Al Alamein Hotel.
Each of these hotels offers refreshingly different lifestyle experiences and facilities, making guests stay, play and connect with like-minded individuals or leisure travellers.
Their facilities are spread across the entire city. You can visit their respective websites to know about the locations and booking rates.
KEMPINSKI HOTELS & RESORTS
Kempinski Hotels is one of the oldest luxury groups in Europe that combines comfort with exquisite European flair.
The history of the well-known hospitality group dates back to 1897 when they opened their first hotel in Berlin and now they have over 70 five-star hotels in more than 30 countries.
Kempinski Hotels in Dubai/UAE epitomise the same opulence and sophistication that is synonymous with the brand.
There are two branches of the hotel in the Dubai region: Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates and Kempinski Hotel & Residences Palm Jumeirah which have over 100 rooms, penthouses and suites.
ACCOR HOTEL GROUP
This is another world-renowned hospitality group that began its journey from Europe and now has 5,300 addresses in 110 countries. Accor also has 40 hotel brands that take care of millions of guests, offering them way more than a ”hotel bed and a meal”.
Accor’s hotels in Dubai include Sofitel Dubai The Palm, Fairmont The Palm, Rixos Premium Dubai JBR, Movenpick Hotel Jumeirah Lake Towers, Pullman Dubai Jumeirah Lake Towers and Mercure Dubai Barsha Heights Hotel Suites & Apartments, to name a few.
ANANTARA HOTELS & RESORTS
Starting its operations in 2001 from a Thailand-based seaside luxury retreat, Anantara Hotels & Resorts has come a long way. The hospitality group has now expanded their chain of hotels throughout the world to private islands, beaches, countryside havens, desert sands and cosmopolitan cities.
When it comes to the UAE, they have five-star hotels based in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Anantara hotels in Dubai/UAE include The Palm Resort and World Islands which boast iconic addresses and unrivalled privacy.
HYATT HOTELS
Established by Jay Pritzker in 1957, Hyatt was started as a family business but soon became one of the leading North American management and hospitality groups in the world. Today, its portfolio spans Asia, the US, Europe, Australia, the Caribbean and Latin America, Africa and the Middle East.
The brand has over 100 hotels and resorts across 10 different countries. Hyatt Hotels promise a 5-star experience with delicious food and beautiful views.
Hyatt Hotels in Dubai are located in Deira, Jumeirah, Baniyas Square, Dubai Creek Harbour, Al Rigga and Al Wasl District. You can choose from Hyatt Regency, Grand Hyatt, Park Hyatt, Hyatt Place Baniyas/Wasl/Al Rigga/Jumeirah and Andaz Dubai.
JUMEIRAH HOTELS & RESORTS
Jumeirah is an acclaimed luxury hospitality group in the world, with hotels across Asia, Europe and the Middle East. The group became a well-known name in Dubai after it launched its flagship hotel, Burj Al Arab — the epitome of sophistication and elegance in Dubai.
The portfolio of Jumeirah hotel group in Dubai is not limited to the 7-star hotel Burj Al Arab. Jumeirah chain of hotels in Dubai include the likes of Jumeirah Al Naseem, Jumeirah Al Qasr, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray and Jumeirah Emirates Tower.
Jumeirah hotels offer exceptional services complete with personalised guest experiences and rich dining adventures.
HILTON HOTELS DUBAI
Hilton Hotels & Resorts is a flagship group of the American multinational hospitality company, Hilton. Their chain of hotels stretches across America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Pacific Islands and the Middle East. They have over 5,000 establishments across the world, with more than 20 hotels in Dubai alone.
Many facilities operate under the flagship brand of Hilton in Dubai, including DoubleTree by Hilton, Hampton by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Waldorf Astoria, Habtoor Palace, Conrad and V Hotel Dubai Curio Collection by Hilton.
INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL GROUP (IHG)
InterContinental Hotels Group, aka, IHG Hotels & Resorts is a leading luxury travel hotel brand across the globe. The British hospitality group comprises multiple brands, including Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza and Hotel Indigo, to name a few.
InterContinental Hotels in the UAE exude the same level of elegance that is expected of the brand by offering a comfortable stay, high-end dining options and award-winning spa facilities.
IHG facilities in Dubai include InterContinental Dubai Marina/Dubai Festival City, Hotel Indigo Downtown Dubai and Crowne Plaza Dubai Festival City/Jumeirah/Dubai Marina.
MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL HOTELS & RESORTS
If we say, Marriott is a name synonymous with the hospitality industry, it wouldn’t be wrong! Marriott chain started its journey from two motels in the USA in the 1950s and now has a firm presence in around 47 countries. As of now, there are over 360 Marriott Hotels & Resorts across the world, many of which are located in Dubai.
There are luxury hotels in Dubai that operate under the flagship of Marriott. Marriott hotels in Dubai include the likes of EDITION, Bvlgari, St.Regis, JW Marriott, W Hotels, Sheraton, Westin, Le Meridien, Aloft Hotels and Ritz-Carlton.
RADISSON HOTEL GROUP
Our next pick is Radisson Hotel Group. Raddison Hotel Group is another globally-recognised hospitality chain, with over 1,600 hotels in operation or under construction across the world.
The group has nine hotel brands that offer a personalised guest experience complete with stylish spaces, meetings and event areas, wellness centres and dining venues. The group has also been recognised by Forbes as the ”4th Best Employer in Travel & Leisure Industry.”
Radisson Hotel Group has firmly established its presence in Dubai as well. The expansive portfolio of Raddison Hotel Group in Dubai includes Raddison Blu hotels that operate in areas such as Deira Creek, Dubai Waterfront, DAMAC Hills and Dubai Media City in Dubai.
Looking for more options? Here are other popular hospitality groups and hotel chains in Dubai/UAE.
- Armani Hotels
- Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts
- Chelsea Group Hotels Dubai
- Emirates Grand Group
- Citymax Hotel Group
- Millennium Hotels
- One&Only Resorts
- Taj Hotels, Resorts & Palaces/Taj Group of hotels in Dubai
- Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts
- Swissotel
- Ramada Hotels By Wyndham Hotel Group Dubai
- Khamas hospitality group Dubai
- Byblos Hospitality Group
FAQs ABOUT HOSPITALITY GROUPS IN DUBAI
WHAT ARE THE POPULAR AMERICAN HOTEL CHAINS IN DUBAI?
Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Hyatt Hotels and Marriott International are American hospitality groups in Dubai.
WHAT ARE THE WORLD HOTEL CHAINS BASED IN DUBAI?
Kempinski Hotels & Resorts, Accor Hotels and InterContinental Hotels Group are some of the most well-known international hotel groups in Dubai.
WHAT ARE THE LARGEST AND MAJOR HOTEL CHAINS IN DUBAI?
Marriott International, Hilton Hotels, InterContinental Hotel Group (IHG), Wyndham Hotel Group and Accor Group are some of the biggest hotel chains in Dubai.
That brings an end to our guide on the top hospitality groups in Dubai. Each of these groups exemplifies the values of commercial hospitality. You can experience the quintessence of their services at any of these 5-star hotels in Dubai.
Recently, many new hotels and resorts in Dubai have also been added to the ever-growing portfolio of the city’s hospitality industry.
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