After partnering with developer MKM Commercial Holdings LLC, Sofitel has announced the largest Sofitel property in the Middle East. Expected to open in early 2019, Sofitel Dubai Wafi will join the luxury brand’s portfolio of 14 hotels and 4,400 rooms in operation and under development in the Middle East.

Chief Operating Officer, Luxury Brands, AccorHotels Middle East, Sami Nasser commented, “We are delighted to work with MKM Commercial Holdings, one of our long standing partners, to develop this impressive project that will undoubtedly become a future flagship for Sofitel in the region. The development of this property is aligned with our strategy to operate one of our leading luxury brands across strategic locations in the Middle East.” He added, “Within the United Arab Emirates, we’ve established a strong presence with four operational hotels across landmark locations including Abu Dhabi Corniche, Downtown Dubai, the Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah Beach Residences, and now Wafi- a major shopping destination set to undergo a comprehensive retail and leisure expansion.”  

Sofitel Dubai Wafi will feature 501 luxury guestrooms, including 86 suites, ranging in size from 55 square meters to 625 square meters, in addition to 97 studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom serviced residences for an extended-stay guests. The property will offer several dining concepts including an Asian specialty restaurant, gastro pub, bar and lounge on 43^rd and 44^th Floors, a French lobby café, an all-day restaurant and a pool bar. Guests will have the option to unwind at the SoSpa or use a well-equipped gymnasium, outdoor pools, private cabanas and a kids club. Business guests will have access to 10 meeting rooms in addition to a 1,115 square meter ballroom.

Guests of Sofitel Dubai Wafi will enjoy close proximity to Wafi Shopping Mall, Downtown Dubai, Business Bay and the Dubai International Airport. Corporate guests will have convenient access to major business and exhibition centers including the Dubai International Financial Center, Dubai International Conference and Exhibition Centre.

H.H. Sheikh Manna Bin Khalifa Al Maktoum, Chairman of MKM Commercial Holdings said: “We are excited to sign this agreement with AccorHotels, our trusted partner for the Sofitel Dubai Wafi. We are confident that the Sofitel, through its distinct brand positioning and expertise in the luxury segment, will be able to complement our existing Raffles Dubai while cementing the strength of hospitality offerings present within the expanded and revitalized Wafi.” 

Sofitel Hotels & Resorts offers luxury hotels with a difference, that combine French origin – a unique combination of elegance, savoir-faire and the art of hospitality – with the best of local culture in each destination. Sofitel Dubai Wafi will infuse the brand’s essence with Arabic culture and design elements reflective of Wafi. Over the coming years, Sofitel will introduce stunning new hotels with the openings of Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara, Sofitel Singapore City Centre, Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour and Sofitel Mexico City Reforma.

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