Ras Al Khaimah: Al Hamra Hotels and Resorts, a leading hotel developer and operator in the region, announced the opening of Al Hamra Convention Centre and Al Hamra Marina Yacht Club in a function held in Ras Al Khaimah on Thursday evening.

Al Hamra Convention Centre, located adjacent to the Al Hamra Fort Hotel in RAK, is designed to cater to large events, seminars and conferences and can accommodate up to 1,200 persons. Al Hamra Marina Yacht Club provides luxury leisure club facilities and overlooks the Al Hamra Marina which can accommodate up to 150 yachts.

Elia Timani, vice-president of sales and marketing, Al Hamra Hotels & Resorts, said: "Al Hamra Convention Centre will provide outstanding services for event organisers at very low costs that match the current market situation. The convention centre is equipped with high standard facilities and high-end finishings and can accommodate up to 1,200 people".

Timani said the key attraction of the convention centre is its location which is in close proximity to three five-star hotels, providing a total of 1,000 rooms, apart from an 18-hole golf course and a marina. He added that Al Hamra Convention Centre management is looking for long term partnerships.

Timani said Al Hamra Marina Yacht Club also provides the necessary services and maintenance for yachts.