Residence Inn announces first hotel in UAE

Residence Inn by Marriott has announced its debut in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with the opening of Residence Inn by Marriott Al Jaddaf.

Located in a prime city district and boasting spectacular views of the Burj Khalifa, Residence Inn by Marriott Al Jaddaf offers convenient access to key areas including Downtown Dubai and Business Bay.

Featuring 134 modern residential suites, many of which boast private terraces with impressive views, Residence Inn by Marriott Al Jaddaf offers travellers a ‘home-away-from-home’ experience. The spacious studios, one and two-bedroom suites, and three-bedroom duplex suites, all have full kitchens, large bathrooms, serene sleeping areas, and separate living and working spaces. Each well-appointed suite is thoughtfully designed to give guests a sense of openness to live without constraints.

“We are delighted to bring Residence Inn by Marriott, a global leader in the extended stay lodging segment, to the UAE,” says Guido de Wilde, Chief Operating Officer for Middle East, Marriott International. “Dubai is a key market for longer stay travel, and we know that as travelling styles have evolved, there is greater demand for accommodations which offer flexibility and home comforts for business travellers and families.”

At Residence Inn by Marriott Al Jaddaf, guests can dine in, eat out, or cook in their suite. The hotel’s complimentary breakfast offers morning staples including fresh, hot and healthy favourites, while the convenient 24-hour ‘Grab ‘n Go Market’ in the lobby provides a quick option for drinks and snacks. Every suite features a fully equipped kitchen including refrigerator, microwave, hob, dishwasher and cookware in every suite, guests can cook the same way they do at home.

The hotel also offers a variety of amenities, including complimentary grocery delivery service, free WiFi, laundry facilities, a well-equipped gym, sauna, and steam room. Guests can relax in the rooftop pool and jacuzzi with expansive views of Dubai’s famous skyline, Dubai Creek and Al Jaddaf Waterfront. The hotel also features a meeting room space and a boardroom.

Jenni Benzaquen, Vice President, Brand, EMEA, Marriott International, comments: “As a thriving destination for leisure and business travellers alike, there is no better place than Dubai to debut Residence Inn by Marriott in the UAE.”