Dubai’s newest upcoming beachfront resort is the Gran Meliá by ASB Hospitality and is set to make waves in the hospitality industry in the UAE. It will be ASB’s first property in the UAE that is beachfront. The resort is located on prime property at the headland of Port De La Mer in Jumeirah. Additionally, it will span a total of 31,066 sqm, have a gross floor area of 42,522 sqm and a built-up area of 88,909 sqm. The hotel is set to receive a 5-star rating and will have 380 rooms. What’s more, 31 executive suites will have private pools. ASB anticipates that the hotel will be capable of hosting 1,000 guests.
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The Gran Meliá Hotel construction team
The Gran Meliá Hotel construction team includes the recently appointed Dutco Construction who will be the main contractor for the hotel. The lead consultant and project architect is MOMA. The architectural team worked to ensure that all guest balconies are facing the sea. Inspiration for the hotel was drawn from the ‘elegant contours of an oyster shell’. In addition, interior designs have been led by Lagranja Studio. ASB Hospitality has appointed Carter Hones Associates for their consultancy services. The experts who have worked on several projects in the region will provide project and cost services. The project is expected to be completed by 2026 with the grand opening in the fourth quarter of that year.
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Features and Amenities
One of the features guests will enjoy is the wide variety of culinary options. The hotel will offer various all-day dining options combining waterfront charm and Mediterranean luxury. At the heart of its dining experiences will be Zuma Beach House, another first for the region. The new lifestyle concept and seaside iteration of the iconic Japanese hotspot is designed to immerse guests in the surrounding natural elements of water, sand and sun, creating an unparalleled dining atmosphere. Notable amenities include state-of-the-art wellness and fitness centers, direct marina access, and a private beach. The resort will feature two signature swimming pools: one of the UAE’s longest infinity pools at 63 meters, overlooking the sea, and a tranquil garden oasis pool measuring 53 x 11 meters, offering guests a serene retreat.
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“The Gran Meliá Hotel – Dubai Jumeirah represents more than just another hotel. It is a lifestyle destination, born from the strategic partnership between ASB Hospitality and Meliá Hotels International.” Heddo Siebs, CEO of ASB Hospitality LLC said.
Project Overview
Location: Port De La Mer, Jumeirah, Dubai
Project Scope: 31,066 square meters
Gross floor area: 42,522 square meters
Build-up area: 88,909 square meters
Number of rooms: 380; 31 executive rooms
Guest capacity: 1,000
Architectural team: MOMA
Main Contractor: Dutco Construction
Interior Design team: Lagranja Studio
Completion date: 2026, fourth quarter
Amenities: all-day dining options, state-of-the-art wellness and fitness centers, direct marina access, private beach, two signature swimming pools
