RAK Properties Ras Al Khaimah announced that is has completed the design phase for its upcoming Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Ras Al Khaimah, located in Hayat Island on Mina, the company’s premium waterfront lifestyle destination. The resort will feature 156 elegantly appointed rooms, junior and executive suites, and luxurious sky villas, each offering unparalleled views of the Arabian Gulf and Ras Al Khaimah’s majestic mountain range. The sky villas, with their expansive terraces and private plunge pools, will provide guests with an elevated experience of privacy and exclusivity, offering a 270-degree view of the surrounding bay and sea. Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Ras Al Khaimah marks a key milestone in RAK Properties’ ongoing mission to attract globally recognised luxury brands to the emirate. The collaboration with Nikki Beach, renowned for its signature blend of music, dining, entertainment, fashion, film and art, will bring the brand’s barefoot luxury experience to the heart of Mina, further positioning Ras Al Khaimah as a premier destination for both relaxation and recreation. The design, developed in collaboration with internationally acclaimed architecture and design firm Gensler, captures the essence of Ras Al Khaimah’s natural beauty while echoing the distinctive character of the Nikki Beach brand. Spanning 33,580 square meters, the resort’s architecture is characterised by organic forms and soft textures that reflect the fluidity of the surrounding landscape, creating a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor environments. Inspired by the emirate’s coastal and maritime heritage, the design blends natural materials like sand-hued walls with organic, earthy textures. Local cultural touches, including nautical elements, are thoughtfully woven in to create an authentic connection to Ras Al Khaimah’s rich traditions. Sameh Muhtadi, CEO of RAK Properties, …
Read More »Nikki Beach Hospitality Group announces grand re-opening of Nikki Beach Dubai
Nikki Beach Hospitality Group announced the grand reopening of Nikki Beach Dubai on 1 October 2024. Situated on the exclusive Pearl Jumeira, Nikki Beach Dubai is a chic sanctuary that perfectly blends beachside relaxation, vibrant music, and gourmet dining. The recent refresh, led by award-winning Global Interior Design Architect Rémi Viale, will introduce a larger air-conditioned restaurant with floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors that open to the vibrant beach club. Upgraded bars, new murals, and refreshed daybeds will provide a more stylish and comfortable experience. The updated DJ booth stands out, now shaded by a wooden pergola in a new location closer to the restaurant for a cohesive energy throughout the property. The redesigned pool layout now provides both high-energy and serene zones, enhancing the overall experience. Additionally, five new daybeds, elevated above the water, offer a sense of weightlessness as they seamlessly blend with the pool’s surface. The beach club is set to enhance its dining experience with an expanded restaurant, continuing to redefine Dubai’s beach club cuisine. This season, award-winning Executive Chef of Nikki Beach Dubai, Kavish Chimajee, and Nikki Beach Hospitality Group’s Corporate Executive Chef, Alessandro Pizza, will unveil new menu items for both poolside and restaurant dining. As part of Nikki Beach’s global philosophy to source locally whenever possible, the location will continue its long-standing relationships with regional suppliers like Al Ain Farm and Dibba Bay. The venue is renowned for its exceptional entertainment and this season will not disappoint. Upcoming Events at Nikki Beach Dubai include: ● Opening Day (October 1): The beach club unveils its stunningly refreshed property, setting the stage for a new chapter. ● Grand Reopening Party (October 12): A vibrant celebration with …
Read More »RAK Properties partners with Nikki Beach Global to open first branded resort in Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah
RAK Properties announced its partnership with Nikki Beach Global luxury lifestyle resort, branded residences and beach club operator, to develop Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Ras Al Khaimah, a new branded resort at Mina Al Arab in Ras al Khaimah. The resort, developed in partnership with RAK Properties, will bring Nikki Beach’s Celebration of Life atmosphere to Mina Al Arab, a luxury lifestyle destination that offers the tranquillity of island life with beach access and panoramic views of the Gulf. Guests will have a vast array of rooms and villas to choose from in the 155-hotel key resort, as well as access to the brand’s signature Nikki Spa, Tone Gym, and restaurant concepts. While Nikki Beach is renowned for its lively luxury beach club and resorts destinations around the world, the brand has recently announced several new resorts worldwide where visitors can experience a more relaxed barefoot luxury environment. Further details of the hotel development and opening date will be announced in due course. Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Ras Al Khaimah will be designed by Gensler, a unique global architecture, design, and planning firm that creates authentic and memorable experiences by integrating community, health, and lifestyle into their creations. Gensler, as industry leaders in driving sustainable change and net-zero buildings, align with RAK Properties’ own vision to integrate the resort with the beautiful natural environment of Mina Al Arab, while ensuring the new concept fits seamlessly into the Nikki Beach worldwide portfolio of barefoot luxury properties. Gensler will follow the Barjeel guidelines set by the RAK Municipality, integrating local products and natural materials in all aspects of the building and its interiors, connecting with local artists to highlight the …
Read More »Oman Arab Bank and Omran Group announce strategic partnership
Oman Arab Bank (OAB) and Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN Group) have sealed a strategic partnership to solely finance the upcoming Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Muscat, currently being developed adjoining the Sustainable City – Yiti. This marks the latest landmark project that the bank has financed in the Sultanate of Oman, further supporting the country’s advancement across developmental, economic and sectors. Sulaiman Al Harthi, CEO of Oman Arab Bank, said: “We are proud to partner with OMRAN Group to bolster the nation’s hospitality sector. The bank has a proven track record of handling large-scale, complex projects and catalyzing economic diversification efforts that are aligned with the objectives of Oman’s Vision 2040. Economic diversification is vital to stimulate Oman’s sustainable development at a global level and this project represents another step forward on that journey.” OMRAN Group’s CEO, Hashil Al Mahrouqi, said: “We are excited to be working with Oman Arab Bank to see the Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Muscat project through to its successful completion. This resort is part of our continued endeavor to build on the nation’s position as a preferred global destination for tourists. It is a landmark development widely considered to be one of the most significant additions to Oman’s luxury hospitality sector. It will undoubtedly play a vital role in pushing Oman’s tourism sector to reach its full potential, which aligns with OMRAN Group’s commitment to developing exceptional and sustainable destinations.” Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Muscat will feature 140 hotel rooms and 30 villas with private pools. Facilities will include the beach club, three signature restaurants, three swimming pools, a spa, gym and marina. Founded in 1998, Nikki Beach is a global concept …
Read More »OMRAN Group inks strategic agreements with Two International Hotel Operators
Continuing to enhance Oman’s position on the global tourism map, Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN Group) recently successfully inked two strategic agreements with renowned international hotel operators – Nikki Beach to operate a 5-star resort in Yiti, and Four Seasons to develop and operate another resort in Muscat. OMRAN Group, an active participant in global events, displaying its progress and the critical role it plays in developing Oman’s tourism sector by developing and managing tourism sites in accordance with Oman Vision 2040 and the National Tourism Strategy. The Group also shed light on major investment prospects and partnership horizons with investors and partners, resulting in the development of Oman’s tourism sector. Dr. Hashil Bin Obaid Al Mahrouqi, CEO of OMRAN Group, shared “the OMRAN Group was successful in showcasing the Sultanate’s numerous investment projects and opportunities, in addition to sharing details about the Sultanate’s efforts and initiatives to boost tourism. The Group’s objective is to develop unique and long-term tourism destinations that will assist the country in achieving economic growth and strengthening its position as a leading tourist destination. In fact, as a result of the agreements inked with “Niki Beach” and “Four Seasons,” the Sultanate will be able to attract these worldwide hospitality operators for the first time to Oman.” According to the stated agreement, OMRAN Group will partner with Nikki Beach Hotels and Resorts to run a 5-star resort within Yiti Integrated Tourism Development, which will have 140 hotel rooms and 30 villas, as well as meeting and event venues and a variety of recreational amenities. The resort also earned the award for ‘Best New Hotel Construction and Design Arabia’ in its regional category. As per the agreement …
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