The Capital’s newest business destination opens its doors on 1st May 2013
ABU DHABI – Anticipation is rising as the UAE capital prepares for the opening of the Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi. Designed for the business and conference traveller, this new towering landmark is set to open its doors on May 1.
At 37-storeys the Dusit Thani has already become an iconic landmark in Abu Dhabi, thanks to its location just 20 minutes from the Abu Dhabi international airport, 10 minutes from Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre [ADNEC] and dominating the heart of the new business and government district.
With its strategic location, the new Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi is set to quickly become the destination of choice for visiting business travellers and local residents for both business and leisure. Guests at the hotel have the option of taking one of 402 luxurious furnished hotel bedrooms or choosing from anyone of 132 deluxe serviced apartments in this premier 5-star property.
Online booking channels for bedrooms at the hotel have now opened with guests being able to benefit from special introductory rates for a Deluxe Room including breakfast from AED 488 per night. The offer runs till August 2013.
Stefan van der Kruyf, Director of Sales and Marketing at Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi, said: “The opening of Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi will give a major boost to the business hotel and conference sector here in the UAE capital. We have a hotel in the ideal location which offers the very latest technology in both the bedrooms and conference room, a great selection of premium dining options, the last of which will be fully operational very soon, together with a wide array of leisure facilities for the modern business traveller to relax in and enjoy.”
“It has been a tremendous achievement by everyone involved, who have worked tirelessly and contributed some fantastic ideas, to be at the point when we are just about to open our doors to our first guests.”
Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi blends modern architecture with traditional Arabian and Asian flavours and boasts of the third largest hotel atrium in the world, offering a unique feeling of height and space.
The hotel’s comprehensive range of food and beverage options include Benjarong, the signature Thai restaurant, Capital Grill – the contemporary Bistro Dining, Urban Kitchen – the ultimate venue to indulge in plentiful buffets; Dusit Gourmet featuring an impressive selection of sandwiches, freshly baked pastries and petit fours and the Orchid – a relaxed and contemporary lounge.
The hotel offers a refreshing business look, allowing guests a wide choice over their stay, with services and amenities that create a healthy balance between work and relaxation. The hotel offers a spacious Conference Centre with a variety of function rooms and a huge pre-function area that can facilitate all types of events, conferences, exhibitions or social events and host up to 2,000 guests.
The innovative design of the pre-function area with its impressive glass-paneled Skydome – spread over two floors with ample natural light, the elegance and convenience of each function room with state-of-the-art facilities and attentive service make Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi the perfect venue to host a memorable event.
The recreational facilities at Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi include DFiT, a fully equipped fitness centre and Namm Spa, an urban sanctuary featuring eight treatment rooms.
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