Aman launches property in Tokyo
Aman’S first city property, Aman Tokyo, is open its doors on December 22 this year. Occupying the top six floors of the Otemachi Tower, Aman Tokyo also marks Aman’s debut in Japan, and takes the brand tally to 27 properties worldwide.Located in the prestigious financial district of Otemachi, Aman Tokyo presents 84 rooms and suites each with panoramic city views. A peaceful inner garden, and a serene Aman Spa and swimming pool complete the elevated sanctuary. Occupying levels 33-38 of the tower, the hotel offers scenic views of the Imperial Palace Gardens and surrounding landmarks, as well as easy access to all points of interest in the city including the Ginza shopping district.A new Radisson Blu for AjmanCarlson Rezidor will add a new emirate to its portfolio in Ajman: The Radisson Blu Hotel, Ajman City featuring 156 rooms is scheduled to welcome its first guests in the first quarter of 2016. “Ajman is an emerging destination for both business and leisure travellers offering exceptional hospitality while retaining its traditional heritage,” says Wolfgang M. Neumann, president and chief executive officer at Rezidor. “This signing further strengthens our growing portfolio in the UAE, making it our fifth emirate and one of our most important markets.”The Radisson Blu Hotel, Ajman City will enjoy a prime location within the city of Ajman, just walking distance from the Ajman City Centre Mall.
Two new hotels for Dubai World CentralInterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has signed an agreement with Abjar Hotels International for two new hotels in Dubai World Central in Dubai, UAE. The 450-room Holiday Inn Dubai World Central and 250-room Staybridge Suites Dubai World Central will be located on the main approach to the Al Maktoum International Airport, three minutes away from the current terminal.Holiday Inn Dubai World Central will feature an all-day dining restaurant, a speciality restaurant, bar and meeting space. This will be the fifth Holiday Inn property to open in the UAE.
TIME residences in Abu DhabiTIME Hotels Management has opened the doors to a second TIME Residence-branded property as part of its regional expansion. The new Zakher TIME Residence - Abu Dhabi offers 68 fully furnished one-bedroom and studio apartments located in the commercial heart of the city on Fatima Bint Mubarak Street.This follows the successful 2013 unveiling of the TIME Residence brand and the launch of the TIME Pearl Residence, a 72 two-bedroom unit property situated just five minutes’ walk from the UAE capital’s popular Corniche promenade.“With the opening of the Zakher TIME Residence, this brings the number of branded hotel apartments in Abu Dhabi to 51, which, in line with the emirate’s tourism growth agenda, presents equally exciting growth opportunities for residence-style accommodation,” said Mohamed Awadalla, CEO, TIME Hotels.