• With this opening, the Spanish hotel chain consolidates its growth in the MENA where it now has 9 other hotels
• The hotel comprises 379 spacious rooms and luxurious suites, each with a balcony or terrace overlooking the Indian Ocean

BlueBay Hotels

The eleventh Spanish hotel company regarding international presence and the twelfth largest group in terms of hotel rooms[1], is consolidating its growth in the Middle East with the opening of the Blue Diamond AlSalam Resort (5*GL) in Fujairah (United Arab Emirates). “With this new opening we’re confirming our commitment to high-end tourism in the Middle East, and we’re also strengthening our presence in MENA, where we already have 9 hotels in strategic areas such as Dubai, Mecca and Medina. This area is showing strong potential for tourism and is a central element in our current and future growth,”  says Jamal Satli Iglesias, Chairman of BlueBay Hotels.

With this new opening, the company now has 63 hotels in its portfolio, and 10 of these are located in the Middle East and North Africa: 2 in the United Emirates  (Blue Diamond AlSalam Resort 5*GL, Armada BlueBay 4*); 3 in Saudi Arabia (Bellevue Royal Al Amjad Al Salam 4*, BlueBay Makkah Grand Coral 5* and Bellevue Al Basmah Coral Resort 3*); 1 in Jordan (Le Royal Amman 5*); 1 in Lebanon (Le Royal Beirut 5*); 1 in Tunisia (Le Royal Hammamet 5*); 2 in Marocco (Le Royal El Minzah 5* and Grand Hotel Villa de France by BlueBay 5*). BlueBay Hotels has been operating in the Middle East since 2012 and has increased its presence significantly in the region over time.

Combining oriental luxury with contemporary trends

 The design of the hotel recovers traditional and luxurious oriental craftsmanship in its details and spaces, along with functionality provided by the western concept, which is something that’s highly demanded by travellers. “The hotel boasts the very latest advanced technology while also maintaining the essence of luxury hotels in the area. Guests may expect to experience an authentic Arab tradition with contemporary touches and spend enjoyable time in exceptional environment” explains Ramón Hernández, BlueBay Hotels’ CEO.

The resort is one hour drive from the Dubai International Airport and close to major tourist attractions in the emirate. Located on the beachfront, the hotel’s rooms offer tourists the ultimate in luxury and wellness through a harmonious fusion with nature. It has 377 grand luxury rooms and suites, each with a balcony or terrace overlooking the Indian Ocean, offering spectacular views.

BlueBay Gourmet offers unforgettable and exotic dining experience featuring a wide variety of international cuisines, prepared by an elite group of global award-winning chefs. The resort boasts several world-class restaurants and cafes specializing and serving authentic Asian and Italian cuisines among others. The hotel also boasts several other facilities, including a world-class spa offering ultimate treatments and rituals, a gym and three temperature-controlled outdoor swimming pools. Children can also enjoy a specially adapted area that caters to their leisure and entertainment needs.

The resort has a special beach extending across a vast area, and is dedicated to organising concerts, wedding parties and all other entertaining activities. The Emirates Celebration Ballroom accommodates up to 750 guests for conferences and wedding parties. With its high ceiling and easy access, the globally designed ballroom can be divided into two separate sections, in addition to seating areas enjoying privacy.

The Marine Club, which is only a few metres from the resort offers sporting activities, such as fishing, diving and cruises.

About Fujairah

Fujairah is a region with a strategic location that stretches along the Gulf of Oman. An exceptional climate, majestic mountains and outstanding beaches make this destination the dream of many tourists.

Fujairah has state-of-the-art infrastructures embodied in a modern road network and an easy access to the main sea routes. This is an emerging and booming country chosen by of many business owners and entrepreneurs when they want to diversify their businesses.

The capital of Fujairah, with the same name, has an impressive historical legacy. Here you will find, among other wonderful attractions, the Al Bidya Mosque, which is considered to be the oldest in the Arab Emirates, or the Shikh Zayed Mosque, which is the second largest mosque in the country, which can accommodate up to 32,000 worshippers.

About BlueBay Hotels

BlueBay Hotels is the eighth largest Spanish hotel company regarding international presence and the twelfth largest Spanish hotel chain in terms of hotel rooms. The group has its headquarters in Palma de Mallorca and currently operates 63 hotels in Europe, the Middle East, North Africa and the Caribbean under the hotels’ four brands: Le Royal Hotels & Resort, Blue Diamond, BlueBay Hotels & Resorts, Bellevue Hotels & Resorts and Residéal, which cater to its customers’ needs worldwide from luxury and grand luxury cultural tourism to an offer more centred on sun and beach tourism.

It operates 24 hotels in Spain divided between the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands, Andalusia, Barcelona, Valencia and Madrid.

BlueBay Hotels future development is based on innovation, quality and commitment to its customers and its 6000 employees.

The group and its different establishments have received several awards from leading companies within the tourism sector such as the Jetsetter Best Hotel, the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, the Thomas Cook awards, the RCI awards and the Holiday Check awards, among others. Equally notable is the award for best company stand at FITUR 2014, and The Golden Fleece from the Santiago Order received by the Chairman of BlueBay Hotels, Jamal Satli Iglesias for his work of exceptional merit.