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Hard Rock to develop hotel in Abu Dhabi
Hard Rock Hotels said on Wednesday it will develop its second hotel in the UAE, Hard Rock Hotel Abu Dhabi, with the Tasameem Group.
- Staff Report
- Published: 00:14 October 9, 2008
Dubai: Hard Rock Hotels said on Wednesday it will develop its second hotel in the UAE, Hard Rock Hotel Abu Dhabi, with the Tasameem Group.
Late last year the two companies announced plans for a Hard Rock Hotel in Dubai.
"With the announcement of the Hard Rock Hotel Abu Dhabi, we are reinforcing our global development trajectory and adding to our international leisure portfolio," said Hamish Dodds, president and chief executive of Hard Rock International.
"Our hotel brand possesses a completely unique personality, a vibe that you cannot get anywhere else in the industry.
"The focus is a five-star luxury hotel brand that adds personality to its properties through music, entertainment and superior customer service," he said.
Abu Dhabi is among one of the top global cities poised to become a luxury destination and hot spot for global tourism. The new contemporary tower hotel will be situated on the Al Meena Road, which is currently being rebuilt as the pre-eminent centre for shopping, entertainment, leisure and hospitality in Abu Dhabi.
Reconstruction of the area will offer picturesque green parks, pools, fountains and will provide dramatic views of Abu Dhabi.
High standards
The hotel will be designed to match the world's highest standards of architecture and environmental sustainability. It is slated to feature a grand porte-cochere off Al Meena Road, providing a prestigious grand entrance to the hotel's foyer. The exterior architecture will reflect the importance of the landmark location at Mina Zayed (the current Abu Dhabi Port), which is being redeveloped into a major commercial, residential and tourism destination.
The plans encompass a two-level lobby and the top floor of the tower will feature restaurants, fashionable lounges, superior function and meeting rooms including a grand ballroom.
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