JUST when you might have been wondering whether there were any hotel brands left in the world that hadn’t got a Dubai foothold along comes a prestigious name that’s long been touted.
Not only is Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai the first property in the city for the upmarket name it is the brand’s first in the Middle East.
Ahead of an imminent first quarter opening, we decided to take a look at what’s to come…
Ahead of an imminent first quarter opening, we decided to take a look at what’s to come…
THE first thing that strikes you about the imposing frontage of this new name to land on Jumeirah Beach Road is, well, that imposing frontage.
Secondly, hands up who has been puzzling over what was on the sizable plot of land before construction.
Secondly, hands up who has been puzzling over what was on the sizable plot of land before construction.
PRIME POSITION: The Mandarin Oriental's entry into the Dubai market is certainly not understated
What is clear from having visited other Mandarin Oriental hotels and the preview imagery on offer, is that Dubai is to be treated to another chic new address.
Located close to Mercato Mall, the hotel promises to combine pristine views of the beach with urban architecture and snazzy interior design.
The resort makes the most of its seafront position, by placing its 178 rooms and 78 suites just a stone’s throw from the water’s edge “like no other property in the city”.
Located close to Mercato Mall, the hotel promises to combine pristine views of the beach with urban architecture and snazzy interior design.
The resort makes the most of its seafront position, by placing its 178 rooms and 78 suites just a stone’s throw from the water’s edge “like no other property in the city”.
SASSY DESIGN: With so much competition for guest dirhams, these rooms had to offer something different
Acclaimed international designer Jeffrey Wilkes gave the interior its distinctive look; the “refreshingly contemporary” rooms were conceived as individual retreats on the Arabian Gulf, “to evoke a sense of refined and relaxed elegance”.
Bright blue and earthy colour palettes were incorporated to bring the outdoors in while apparently instilling the rooms with a sense of calm.
Before all that, of course, comes a magnificent lobby, the highlight feature being a forest of lights leading to the beachfront.
Bright blue and earthy colour palettes were incorporated to bring the outdoors in while apparently instilling the rooms with a sense of calm.
Before all that, of course, comes a magnificent lobby, the highlight feature being a forest of lights leading to the beachfront.
LIGHT REFRESHMENT: The lobby of this new hotel is likely to become a talking point
The effect is delivered by 14 bronze trees standing up to 9m tall, each with 900 lights to create a canopy of crystal and light that glistens and sparkles.
The expansive space opens up onto an outdoor area comprising water features, walkways, stone bridges and teak decks creating a path to the shoreline.
With the Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai comes new F&B, in the form of six restaurants and bars.
Seeking their place on the city’s ever expanding culinary hit-list is Tasca, Netsu and The Bay.
The expansive space opens up onto an outdoor area comprising water features, walkways, stone bridges and teak decks creating a path to the shoreline.
With the Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai comes new F&B, in the form of six restaurants and bars.
Seeking their place on the city’s ever expanding culinary hit-list is Tasca, Netsu and The Bay.
TAKEN TO TASCA: Portuguese flavours give this restaurant a different angle to many regular hotel food options
Portuguese celebrity chef José Avillez – the cooking mind behind Lisbon’s two Michelin-starred restaurant Belcanto – puts authentic food from his homeland front and centre of the vibrant Tasca menu.
Australian-born chef Ross Shonhan will lead Warayakiya-style Japanese steakhouse Netsu in a cool, dramatic setting.
The Bay promises a brasserie-style experience with show kitchens and family-friendly menus while around-the-clock Noor Lounge will serve an assortment of teas, coffees and light refreshments.
Australian-born chef Ross Shonhan will lead Warayakiya-style Japanese steakhouse Netsu in a cool, dramatic setting.
The Bay promises a brasserie-style experience with show kitchens and family-friendly menus while around-the-clock Noor Lounge will serve an assortment of teas, coffees and light refreshments.
STEAK OUT: Netsu is promising to blend stylish design with Japanese culinary prowess
The Mandarin Cake Shop will offer freshly baked, bespoke cakes, photogenic patisseries and authentic Arabic sweets.
Finally, an al fresco dining experience comes courtesy of Sun Vibe, a laidback poolside venue.
Guests of the Club Rooms and Suites will enjoy access to the light, bright Club Lounge and “some of the best city views in town”.
With wellness and relaxation a key offering in Dubai, Mandarin Oriental packs in a 2,000Sqm spa and gym, with nine treatment rooms including a VIP Royal Suite, heat and water experiences and a fitness centre.
Finally, an al fresco dining experience comes courtesy of Sun Vibe, a laidback poolside venue.
Guests of the Club Rooms and Suites will enjoy access to the light, bright Club Lounge and “some of the best city views in town”.
With wellness and relaxation a key offering in Dubai, Mandarin Oriental packs in a 2,000Sqm spa and gym, with nine treatment rooms including a VIP Royal Suite, heat and water experiences and a fitness centre.
SCI-Fi SPA: Signature treatments with a sense of location in a very modern setting
Guests can choose Mandarin Oriental’s “legendary” signature treatments such as Oriental Harmony, and locally-inspired experiences like the Nomadic Sensory, a rhythmic spa ritual that captures the spirit of Emirati Bedouin life, against the soundtrack of the beat of a Doumbek (Arabic goblet drum)
Children are catered for with the Little Nomads kids’ club - including a colourful treehouse.
DETAILS:
MANDARIN Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world’s most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences.
IT grew from Asian roots into a global brand, now operating 30 hotels and six residences in 21 countries and territories.
MANDARIN Oriental - a member of the Jardine Matheson Group - has a strong pipeline of hotels and residences under development.
FOR more on that and the opening in Dubai, visit www.mandarinoriental.com
Children are catered for with the Little Nomads kids’ club - including a colourful treehouse.
DETAILS:
MANDARIN Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world’s most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences.
IT grew from Asian roots into a global brand, now operating 30 hotels and six residences in 21 countries and territories.
MANDARIN Oriental - a member of the Jardine Matheson Group - has a strong pipeline of hotels and residences under development.
FOR more on that and the opening in Dubai, visit www.mandarinoriental.com
