Cheval Blanc and Shamal Holding announce region’s first Maison in Dubai

Cheval Blanc, the LVMH hospitality announced a new project in partnership with Shamal Holding to debut Cheval Blanc maison in Dubai slated to open in 2029. The maison will feature 30 suites and 40 private pool villas, each reflecting Cheval Blanc’s unique design philosophy: contemporary yet timeless, immersive yet serene. A limited number of branded beachfront residences will offer an extraordinary opportunity for ownership – combining elegant, understated design with seamless access to the full suite of Cheval Blanc services. The project will be a discreet private island escape offering a rare blend of intimacy, architectural elegance, and beachfront living. Set within a preserved coastal landscape and surrounded by the Arabian Gulf, the development will pair Cheval Blanc’s signature refinement with Shamal’s bold vision for elevated placemaking.

Every space will be crafted with intention, honouring the island’s natural setting while elevating the experience of modern luxury. Architecture and interiors will embody the maison’s quiet sophistication – an aesthetic of light, flow, and unforced beauty. Anchored in Cheval Blanc’s ethos of art de recevoir, the retreat will offer personalised wellness rituals, elevated dining journeys, and curated lifestyle moments designed to inspire connection, presence, and tranquility.

This development forms part of Cheval Blanc’s selective international expansion strategy with the ambition to create distinctive destinations that reflect the brand’s commitments while meeting the expectations of its most discerning guests. It also marks an exciting step forward for Shamal as it continues to curate and develop exciting firsts for the region, reinforcing Dubai’s position as a destination for exceptional, world-class experiences in line with the Dubai 2030 vision.