The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. announced an agreement with Abu Dhabi National Hotels (ADNH) for The Ritz-Carlton to operate a waterfront hotel in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. Set amidst beautifully landscaped gardens with its own private beach overlooking the Grand Canal, the hotel is expected to open in late 2011.

As per the company press release, designed by Otak International, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal will feature 447 luxurious guestrooms and suites, as well as 85 villas.  Inspired by the 15th to early 17th century Renaissance architecture and the urban planning of the city of Venice, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi consists of ten stately buildings arranged in a crescent formation, complete with artfully designed water features throughout the 220,000 square meter (54 acre) property. 

“We are delighted to be bringing The Ritz-Carlton renowned levels of hospitality to the power capital of the United Arab Emirates,” said Herve Humler, president and chief operations officer, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company L.L.C.  “The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal hotel will be a welcome landmark, and together with the owning company Abu Dhabi National Hotels, we will create a prestigious luxury hotel that will be the highlight of the new waterfront development.”

H.E. Salem Mohamed Athaith Al Ameri, chairman of Abu Dhabi National Hotels Company stated, "Our partnership with a world-class hospitality group such as The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company solidifies our plans for ADNH’s growth and reinforces our concrete development strategy. We also believe that this progress is an additional foundation to build on and support the momentous programme initiated by the government of Abu Dhabi to serve the tourism industry of the capital and the U.A.E. as a whole.” 

A key highlight of The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi is the one and two-bedroom villas, each ranging from size of 90 to 130 square meters (968 to 1,400 square feet,) and complete with spacious outdoor terraces and personalized butler service. The hotel will also feature The Ritz-Carlton Club, a private floor accessible only by elevator key and offering five complimentary food and beverage presentations throughout the day and dedicated concierge service. 

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