Marriott opens new doors in ME with Aloft Me’aisam and announces two more properties in the pipeline

Marriott International has opened its second Aloft hotel in Dubai, the Aloft Me’aisam.

It’s another exciting year for the Aloft brand, following the launch of Aloft Palm in The Palm Jumeirah. The latest addition to the portfolio, the Aloft Me’aisam is a 223-room hotel that features two-metre-high ceilings and 49-inch LED TVs that come with Chromecast.

As for its location, Aloft Me’aisam aims to deliver a hip new hotel experience in the heart of Dubai Production City. It’s just across the road from the City Centre Me’aisem Mall, within minutes from Dubai Sports City and the acclaimed Jumeirah Golf Estate.

Alex Kyriakidis of Marriott International said: “The UAE remains one of our strongest growth markets and we are confident the continued growth of Aloft in the market is a strong response to the evolving expectations of travellers today.”

The Aloft Me’aisam the Re:fuel by Aloft gourmet restaurant, an all-day café kitchen called City Limits, and the signature WXYZ bar. For looking those looking to maintain their wellbeing, the hotel offers the Re:charge fitness centre, a Bliss Spa, an outdoor splash pool, and a meeting space with A/V equipment.

For families with children, the hotel offers Camp, an adventure programme that includes a night in a sleeping bag and special treats for kids, and, as expected, the rooms are equipped with SPG Keyless, a mobile check-in system where guests can utilise their mobile phones as room keys.

Stuart Birkwood, general manager, added: “Aloft is designed for the hyper-connected, tech-savvy global traveller and we’re excited to share our innovative programming to the millennial travellers of today.”

Aloft Hotels will continue to expand this year as it is scheduled to be open an Aloft in Dubai South (1 August) and City Centre Deira (1 April) later this year.