Which are the best hotels for Kenyans and Africans travelling to Dubai? Dubai is no doubt the best tourist destination, and one of the most preferred holidaying destinations in the world. With more than 5,000 hotels, only a few afford 5-star services. It’s definitely your pleasure to have a memorable experience especially in an environment where all your desires are provided for.
Dubai’s new openings in the first half of 2017 have added a host of great experiences across art, culture, entertainment and family fun to the city’s already packed proposition – and there’s plenty more to look forward to in the second half of the year.
If you are planning a honeymoon, holiday or business trip, staying in a hotel with world class services will definitely provide value for your money, and these hotels have always remained the most ideal for Kenyans and by extension Africans travelling to Dubai.
The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel
The retreat is expected to open in August 2017 and is set to be the first holistic wellbeing resort in the Middle East, offering an enchanting, immersive travel experience. Located on the East Crescent of Palm Jumeirah, just 30 minutes’ drive from Dubai’s two international airports, the beachfront resort will feature 255 rooms and suites, an executive lounge, a variety of dining venues and the first Rayya Wellness Centre that will offer 360-degree wellness solutions.
Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Dubai
Located in the city’s vibrant Downtown area, the Renaissance Downtown is set to offer captivating views of the city skyline from its location beside the newly developed Dubai Water Canal, within walking distance of the Burj Khalifa. Guests will be able to embark on a culinary journey to enliven their taste buds at onsite restaurants Morimoto Dubai, Bleu Blanc and Basta! by David Myers. The hotel promises warm, personalised service, coupled with striking contemporary guestrooms with a modern Arabic twist, as well as a sensational Six Senses Spa.
Expected opening: August 2017.
Bulgari Hotel
Designed by Italian architectural firm Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel and Partners, this expansive resort – set to be the world’s fifth Bulgari Hotels and Resorts property – will be located on the exclusive Jumeirah Bay Island, off the coast of Jumeirah Beach Road. Sculpted in the shape of a titanic seahorse, the luxury marine 1.7 million square ft. complex will be framed by lush landscaped gardens.
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La Perle by Dragone
The one-of-a-kind La Perle theatre will be the region’s first resident show produced by the world’s most sought-after artistic director, Franco Dragone. The riveting show is set to feature a cast of 65 artists, each of whom bring their own unique set of skills to the performance – ranging from acting and acrobatics, to aquatic and aerial stunts
Expected opening: 31 August 2017.
Dubai Safari Park
Dubai Safari Park is a massive zoological project that spans over 119-hectares in Dubai’s Al Warqa area. The park is divided into different villages – Asian Village, African Village and Open Safari Village – which will re-create different habitats suitable for its varied and unique wildlife. With a 1,000-seat theatre and a garden for children, visitors can also look forward to a botanical garden, butterfly garden and an amateur golf course.
Dubai Frame
The Dubai Frame is an imposing architectural landmark with two 150m-tall towers connected by a 93m bridge at the top. The structure’s bridge serves as an observation deck providing uninterrupted views of Old Dubai to the north and New Dubai to the south. Visitors will begin their journey learning about the history of Dubai in the Past Gallery, then move on to augmented reality-activated screens on the Sky deck level that showcase present-day Dubai, before walking through a specially designed ‘vortex tunnel’ to a virtual metropolis representing the future of Dubai.
Expected opening: October 2017.
