Dubai will set another record with the opening of the world's tallest hotel, Ciel Dubai Marina. While an official launch date for the property is yet to be revealed, reservations are now available for stays from November 15, with rates starting at Dh2,328 per night for a deluxe room.
Originally scheduled to open last year, the Dh2 billion ($544 million) Ciel Dubai Marina, will stand 377 metres tall when it opens, with 1,004 rooms across 82 floors. It will overtake the current world's tallest hotel, the 356-metre-tall Gevora Hotel located along Dubai's Sheikh Zayed Road.
Ciel will be managed by The First Group Hospitality under the Vignette Collection brand, which is owned by the IHG Hotels & Resorts, and features one-of-a-kind properties.
“We are extremely proud to witness our vision for Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection, come to life in an idyllic location, with unbeatable views of the Arabian Gulf and Dubai skyline,” said Rob Burns, chief executive of The First Group. “Ciel represents a landmark development that reinforces Dubai’s position as a global hub for tourism and business travel. The all-hotel tower will redefine upper-upscale hospitality, blending innovation, luxury and creativity through its striking design, world-class amenities and breathtaking vistas.”
Of the top 10 tallest hotels in the world, seven are located in Dubai.
Ciel will also earn a few additional world records, including the world's highest infinity pool and world's highest club, when these are officially certified by the Guinness World Records.
The pool and club are part of Tattu Dubai, the first international branch of the Manchester-born fine-dining modern Asian restaurant chain, scheduled to open on October 10. Owned by the Permanently Unique Group, with restaurants in London, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham and Edinburgh, Tattu Dubai will occupy three levels of Ciel Dubai Marina. This includes the main restaurant and bar on level 74, Tattu Sky Pool on level 76 and Tattu Sky Lounge and Terrace on level 81.
Tattu Sky Pool will overtake the current highest infinity pool record-holder at the nearby Address Beach Resort, which is located 294 metres above ground, on the hotel’s 77th floor, and was certified last year.
Meanwhile the sky lounge and terrace is set to feature “a fully air-conditioned 360-degree open-air space” offering panoramic views of Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah, and it will also house the world's highest club, Permanently Unique Group said.
The 170-seater restaurant is inspired by Chinese and Japanese mythology with the menu featuring Asian dishes, from koi fish dumplings and salt and pepper aubergine tempura, to red pepper Wagyu with lotus root and wasabi lobster. Dessert pays homage to the restaurant’s Chinese and Japanese ethos, with offerings such as Year of the Snake (cashew butter fudge, hazelnut and marshmallow) and Cherry Blossom (cherry, chocolate, candy floss).
Besides Tattu Dubai, Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection, will be home to seven dining venues including Mediterranean restaurant West 13 and Asian-focused East 14.
Homegrown concept Risen Cafe and Artisanal Bakery will also have a branch.
A luxury spa will be located on the 61st floor, offering panoramic views alongside a state-of-the-art gym that will be open 24 hours. Guests looking for a beach experience can get a free ride to Soluna Beach Club located 15 minutes away on Palm Jumeirah.
