Sofitel Luxury Hotels officially inaugurates Sofitel The Palm Dubai

Dubai: Sofitel Luxury Hotels celebrated the inauguration of Sofitel The Palm Dubai as its flagship Dubai property in a lavish opening ceremony on Thursday.

More than 1,500 guests attended the exclusive party at Sofitel The Palm Dubai, which is located on the east crescent of Palm Jumeirah.

An array of local and international dignitaries and celebrities were in attendance along with Gregory Maliassas, Senior Vice-President Sofitel Middle East, Africa and Indian Ocean; and French botanist, Patrick Blanc, the inspirational creator behind the unique vertical gardens prevalent throughout the property.

“Sofitel The Palm Dubai is well set to cater to the UAE’s ever growing luxury leisure tourist market, as well as business travellers seeking refreshing locations beyond the mainstream downtown addresses,” said Maliassas. “The rare design elements conceptualised by Mirk Architecture and Patrick Blanc allow guests a total sense of escapism from the bustle of the city of Dubai.”

“We wanted to create an alternative to the standard resort-like hotels in the city and by combining traditional Sofitel hospitality with the Polynesian theme, and from the feedback we have received thus far, we feel we have fulfilled this aim,” said Christophe Schnyder, general manager. “The property’s one-of-a-kind design transports guests on a sensory discovery, driven by the indoor green walls, the lush outdoor gardens and the 500-metre-long private beach.”

The hotel offers 361 guest rooms and suites, as well as 182 serviced residences, ideal for lengthier stays and boasts a multitude of food and beverage outlets, namely Studio du Chef, offering a modern take on traditional French cuisine.