Jumeirah enters Bahrain

Dubai : Dubai Holding, the global investment conglomerate and Sevens Holding SPC yesterday announced the signing of a management agreement for Jumeirah Group to operate a luxury hotel in Bahrain.  

The hotel, to be named Jumeirah Royal Saray - Bahrain, is scheduled to open February 27th, 2018.  

The agreement marks Jumeirah Group’s entry into the Bahrain hospitality market and is a strategic milestone for the world-renowned luxury hospitality brand.

The Jumeirah Royal Saray, which is located on the Bahrain shoreline in a premium beachfront position, offers 167 guest rooms including two Royal Suites as well as a variety of dining and recreational choices including a state of the art health club and spa.  

This important addition to the Jumeirah Group portfolio is in line with the Group’s expansion plans across the Gulf Cooperation Council. 

Jumeirah Group currently operates 20 hotels in nine destinations, managing more than 6000 hotel rooms and suites. 

Edris AlRafi, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Holding, said: “We have been looking to bring Jumeirah to Bahrain for a number of years and we are delighted to partner with Sevens Holding for Jumeirah Royal Saray - Bahrain.  This signing is a significant landmark in achieving our strategic expansion goals worldwide, and this elegant hotel will be an excellent addition to the Jumeirah Group portfolio.”

Commenting on the agreement, Mohamed Al Kayed, Chief Executive Officer of Sevens Holding said: “We are excited about our partnership with Jumeirah Group, and are confident that the Group’s global track record of outstanding hospitality, together with our local market expertise will further enrich the regional luxury hospitality market at large.”