The resort joins Hilton Worldwide’s portfolio of four hotels in Ras al Khaimah on the trunk of Marjan Island, an artificial island close to Al Hamra. With views of the Arabian Gulf, the 485-room resort will feature a mix of guestrooms and suites, sea-view rooms and villas, all with access to the resort’s private 650-metre beach.

The resort is located near shopping and entertainment plazas, with easy accessibility to a wealth of sporting and leisure options including golf, desert camping and a range of water sports. On site facilities include a fitness centre, five temperature controlled pools and wide range of dining options including gourmet delicacies, all-day dining and a rooftop bar.

DoubleTree by Hilton Resort and Spa Marjan Island will also feature the UAE’s first eforea: spa, Hilton Worldwide’s exclusive spa concept.

Rudi Jagersbacher, president, Hilton Worldwide Middle East and Africa said: “I am delighted we now have four upscale hotels open in Ras al Khaimah, a rising destination where tourism is a vital element of the local economy. As a global company with a worldwide reach, Hilton Worldwide is making a worthy contribution in raising the profile of Ras al Khaimah on the international stage and helping to support its growing status as a leading destination for authentic culture, tradition and adventure.”

Ras al Khaimah is the most northern Emirate in the UAE and has contrasting green plains, a red sandy desert, lagoons and mountains. It is 45 minutes’ drive from Dubai International Airport and attracted 1.2 million visitors during 2012.

“Behind everything we do is the DoubleTree by Hilton mantra of ‘Where the little things mean everything’, Remco Werkhoven, general manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Resort and Spa Marjan Island commented. “It is this genuine understanding, coupled with the brand’s focus on providing upscale amenities such as the Hilton HHonors guest loyalty programme, that will support our goal of becoming a valued member of the Ras al Khaimah community.”

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