Bulgari adds an urban oasis to the resort collection: The Bulgari Resort Dubai

Bulgari Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce the opening of the Bulgari Resort in Dubai, a city oasis in the heart of Jumeira Bay, on Tuesday, December 7, 2017.

The luxury city resort of Bulgari Resort Dubai is part of the Bulgari Resort & Residences Dubai complex, created with the participation of Meraas, Dubai's leading holding company. Situated on a magical island in the shape of a seahorse, the hotel was created for those who seek comfort and privacy, and at the same time is just a few minutes from the city center with its eventful cultural life and numerous attractions.

"Bulgari Resort & Residences Dubai is a new milestone in the development of the Bulgari hotel and resort collection, designed to demonstrate the importance of the Middle East market for the Bulgari brand. We are honored to work in partnership with Meraas to implement this extraordinary project that embodies the traditions of Italian design, culture and style living in one of the most modern and future-oriented cities on the planet "- notes Bulgari CEO Jean-Christophe Babin.

Upon completion of the construction of the Bulgari Resort, Chairman of the Meraas Group of Companies, His Excellency Abdullah Al Habbay, stated: “We are proud to open the Bulgari Resort & Residences Dubai - the first and only Bulgari project of this magnitude. Our partnership is determined by the common values ​​that we share and our common desire to make life in Dubai and the entire region unique and sophisticated. We are confident that the project will contribute to this goal, give a new dimension to the tourist landscape of the city and the hospitality industry in accordance with the Dubai Vision 2020 development program, and also strengthen Dubai's position as a key tourism destination in the world. ".

The next, fifth in a row, pearl in the Bulgari Hotels & Resorts collection appeared after the Bulgari Hotel Beijing, which opened in September 2017. The new hotel is part of an ever-growing portfolio, which began with the opening of the Milan hotel Bulgari in 2004, followed by the Bulgari Resort Bali in 2006 and the Bulgari Hotel in London in 2012, followed by the opening of the hotel in Shanghai in early 2018 and in Moscow in 2020.

Like all hotels in the Bulgari Hotels & Resorts collection, the Bulgari Resort Dubai complex was designed by the famous Italian architectural firm Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel. Both the interior and the facades of the hotel were created with the same attention to detail as Bulgari jewelry: a combination of rare materials, colors, textures and atmosphere create objects of eternal, unfading beauty. Inspired by the style of European boulevards, illuminated gardens and ponds combine the traditions of Mediterranean landscape design with the natural beauty of the Persian Gulf coast.

The unique island location of the hotel is reflected in the design of the facades, where luxurious Italian marble is combined with coral motifs in the decor, reminiscent of the surrounding sea elements. In the spirit of integrated design, the traditions of which originated in the 1930s, architects carefully selected or developed from scratch every element, creating an integrated image of comfort and cleanliness, combining a recognizable Italian style and a unique local atmosphere. Every detail, from marble bathtubs to sculpted handmade door handles, is made of the highest quality materials and designed in the same style with the rest of the interior.

All 110 hotel rooms and suites, as well as 20 villas, are furnished with luxurious Italian furniture from leading manufacturers such as Maxalto, Flos, Flexform and other companies representing genuine Made in Italy quality. Panoramic windows in all rooms and suites offer beautiful views of Dubai and the Persian Gulf, and spacious balconies allow you to fully enjoy the breathtaking scenery.

Guests who are interested in luxurious relaxation and absolute privacy will be perfectly suited for the hotel villas, divided into five categories and able to satisfy any requirements. We offer villas ranging from 175 to 540 square meters, with one to three bedrooms. Each villa has an outdoor pool and covered gazebo, personal butler services are provided. 540 square meters Bulgari Villa is a diamond in the crown of the hotel. Its distinguishing features are an extensive common area, a huge bathtub and a large outdoor pool in a luxurious garden, thanks to which the villa is able to provide guests with any amenities.

BVLGARI Spa with an area of ​​1700 square meters makes your stay in the hotel even more unforgettable. It has eight rooms for Spa-procedures and a 25-meter pool with panoramic sea views through huge windows from the ceiling to the floor, so guests in any weather have the feeling of being on the beach. Clients, both men and women, are offered a unique experience of healing, innovative Spa-procedures, therapy and care, as well as baths and saunas. Adjacent to the Spa is a fitness center equipped with the latest technology, which offers training using the exclusive WORKSHOP GYMNASIUM methodology: a result-oriented approach changes the concept of healing itself.

In the best traditions of Italy, where excellent cuisine is considered a necessity, the resort offers several excellent restaurants. Michelin's own Chef Bulgari Hotels & Resorts, owner of the Michelin star Nico Romito, oversees the Il Ristorante by Niko Romito menu, combining classic and modern Italian cuisine, where sophisticated Italian dishes find a modern, elegant simplicity. Working in his three-star restaurant in Italy, he regularly advises chefs trained under his leadership, which is why Italian culture is best embodied in the cuisine of Il Ristorante by Niko Romito.

In the same space as Il Ristorante by Niko Romito, Il Bar is located, where guests can enjoy signature drinks at the classic oval steel and bronze counter, watching a magical sunset on the terrace, which offers breathtaking views of the Persian Gulf.

The same atmosphere of stylish Italian simplicity reigns at Il Cafe, while guests can enjoy tea in a relaxed atmosphere of modern comfort in a classic-style cozy lobby of the hotel - it is created by luxurious upholstered furniture, coffee tables, books and jewelry samples of the rich heritage of Bulgari.

The resort's beach, La Spiaggia, with its private bathing cabins, a children's swimming pool, an adult outdoor pool, a restaurant and a club is the perfect place to relax day or night. Throughout the day, guests can enjoy food and drinks from around the world, and at night the beach club is lit with lanterns and candles that make it the perfect place to enjoy the fresh breeze.

At the end of the bay adjacent to the hotel is the world's first yacht club Bulgari Marina & Yacht Club, a unique place with its own harbor for 50 ships, recreating the charm of a Mediterranean village in the heart of the Persian Gulf. The yacht club with all its amenities, including the Italian restaurant Yacht Club, specializing in fish cuisine, a lounge for club members, an outdoor pool, a bar and the world's first specialized kids club Little Gems Club, has every chance of becoming a unique attraction for guests hotel.

Regardless of whether guests want to arrange a corporate event, a cozy family meeting or a luxurious wedding, the hotel is perfect not only for relaxing on vacation, but also for hosting a variety of events. The BVLGARI Ballroom with an area of ​​360 square meters, located on the territory of the yacht club and equipped with the latest technological solutions, is suitable for events of any scale and theme. The hall, which offers stunning views of the sea, can be adapted both for small private events and for large business meetings. La Limonaia, located in the hotel's secluded lemon garden, offers guests a more enclosed, intimate space - the garden will give the simple charm of old Italy and at the same time a breathtaking view of the city skyline of Dubai.

BVLGARI Il Cioccolato boutique, which offers the famous Bulgari chocolate jewelry collection, and a concept store where guests will find a collection of exquisite Bulgari Le Gemme perfumes, as well as products by leading world designers, complete the range of services offered by the hotel.

Close to the hotel, located in the beautiful Jumeira district in central Dubai, there are many key attractions. Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood, located just north, is where the city’s atmosphere, culture and diversity truly come to life; on the other hand, Dubai’s trendy neighborhoods are just a few miles away.

The opening of the Bulgari Resort Dubai will soon be followed by two more Bulgari hotels: in Shanghai (2018) and Moscow (2020).

About Bulgari Hotels & Resorts

The unique location, the harmony with the environment, the combination of traditional design with the vibrant modern Italian architecture by Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel and the excellent service with attention to detail that has always distinguished Bulgari creations. These are the key elements of the Bulgari Hotels and Resorts hotel collection.

The general concept is the same for all hotels: the interior and facade design is associated with the traditions of each specific place where the hotel is located, great attention is paid to every detail, as a tribute to absolute luxury.

The Bulgari Hotels & Resorts collection is made in a bright, recognizable style typical of Bulgari, which is reflected in the unique design of hotels, modern cuisine and luxurious SPA. They embody the vibrant atmosphere of the Bulgari brand, the enduring glamor and magnificent heritage of Italian jewelry.

The Bulgari Hotels & Resorts collection, which began with three famous hotels in Milan, London and Bali, has recently been replenished with a new hotel in Beijing, and two more - in Shanghai and Moscow - will open in 2018-2020.

About Meraas
Meraas strives to make Dubai and the United Arab Emirates a place where it is pleasant to relax, live, work and have fun. "We are aimed at a wide audience and strive to stimulate a creative urban culture in which new ideas, new business and new communities can develop. Our investments create a better future for future generations and include a variety of areas, including food
industry, direct sales, leisure, tourism, healthcare and education. Our projects, which today include City Walk, The Beach, Boxpark, Last Exit, The Outlet Village, Kite Beach, Bluewaters, La Mer and Al Seef, are open to all and exist as a space where people can communicate, explore, learn, have fun and create. "

About Bulgari
Jewelry House Bulgari was founded in 1884 as a jewelry store and quickly gained a reputation for true Italian excellence, famous for the highest quality and beauty of jewelry. The international success of the company has turned it into a global manufacturer and supplier of goods and services in the luxury industry, from jewelry and watches to accessories, perfumes and hotels, with an unrivaled chain of stores in the most exclusive places in the world. Since 2011, Bulgari has been part of the LVMH Group.