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Iconic Address Downtown opens doors to hotel guests

The stunning new Address Downtown hotel has opened it’s doors in Dubai and is expected to challenge the likes of the Burj Khalifa as the destination to go to for holiday-makers.

Address Downtown is the jewel in the crown for Emaar Hospitality Group’s premium lifestyle Address Hotels + Resorts brand. It has several spectacular and innovative features including new restaurant concepts, additional rooms and suites, The Spa at Address Downtown, and a brand-new interior design. With 220 guest rooms and suites, several of them opening to spectacular views of the iconic Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Fountain.


Olivier Harnisch, chief executive officer of Emaar Hospitality Group, said: “Address Downtown holds a very special place in the hearts of all discerning travellers and guests. Defined by its central location overlooking Burj Khalifa, the hotel has consistently secured the world’s leading tourism and hospitality awards.

“With the opening of Address Downtown, Emaar is bringing to life a crowning glory in its hotel assets. Working with world-leading designers and consultants, the all-new Address Downtown ushers in an exceptional lifestyle choice and set new standards in luxury hospitality. The hotel will continue to uphold its distinctive positioning of ‘where life happens’.”

The hotel is located just 15 minutes from Dubai International Airport. It is walking distance from Dubai Mall and is also near the city’s business hubs such as the Dubai International Financial Centre and the Dubai International Convention Centre.

With 63 levels, Address Downtown has a wide-variety of suites to match everyone’s needs with their 220 rooms and suites equipped with high-speed wireless Internet, interactive TVs, room automation and an entertainment interface. Guests can choose from 16 spacious, welcoming and immaculately appointed room and suite choices.

Food lovers have delicacies from around the world at their fingertips thanks to the hotel’s culinary choices. The Restaurant at Address Downtown is designed in the style of an avant-garde French apartment with inspired spaces from the Living Room to the Kitchen. Also open are the Lounge, a social oasis with spectacular views, that serves a la carte meals to lighter fare and afternoon tea; and the all-time favourite Katana, which brings robatayaki-style cuisine to life, offering a uniquely delicious and expert blend of Japanese tradition and modern fare.

Soon to open are The Galliard bringing authentic Turkish flavours and inventive expressions of French and Spanish cuisine and STK, an ingenious interpretation of an American steakhouse in the form of a chic, contemporary lounge.

A connoisseur’s regal retreat, the Cigar Lounge offers guests a range of cigars that is as extensive as it is exquisite, including sought-after limited editions from some of Cuba and South America’s finest cigar houses, while the Club Lounge, accessible exclusively to guests staying in the Club Suites and Rooms, offers international cuisine and complimentary beverages in a premium ambience all through the day.

Neos, the ultra-luxury lounge on Level 63, assuring guests a never-before ambience, and Zeta, an al fresco outlet at the lobby level offering California- and Asia-inspired cuisine and signature beverages, will open shortly.

Guests can get a tip-to-toe relaxing experience at The Spa at Address Downton. Rejuvenating treatments and stunning views combine to ensure the delicate balance between body and mind. A wellness initiative that is therapeutic and memorably refreshing, it has nine treatment rooms, a hammam, steam rooms and relaxation areas.

The Spa is complemented by a state-of-the-art, 24-hour Fitness Centre offering personal training services. With an infinity pool cascading over five tiers with direct Burj Khalifa views and tranquil relaxation areas, The Spa at Address Downtown is the ultimate getaway for guests in the heart of the city.

Emaar Hospitality Group also operates Address Boulevard, Address Dubai Mall, Palace Downtown, Vida Downtown and Manzil Downtown in Downtown Dubai. Bookings can be made online at www.addresshotels.com 

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