One&Only to launch first urban resort in Dubai this December

The resort is located in the One Za’abeel development, which features dual skyscrapers intersected by the world’s longest cantilever – The Link – floating 100 metres above the street.

The hotel’s interiors have been created by designer Jean-Michel Gathy featuring a neutral colour palette and subtle sand motifs in the textiles, artworks and sculptural lighting.

Philippe Zuber, chief executive of One&Only’s owner Kerzner International, said: “One&Only One Za’abeel redefines what it means to provide ultra-luxury hospitality in the heart of a city. Our Urban Resorts have all the elements of One&Only’s DNA – life and energy, space and privacy, curated experiences and exceptional service – translated to a dynamic urban setting.” 

The property will offer One&Only’s first corner suites, including the Grand Panoramic Suite, which gives 180-degree views of Dubai’s skyline. The Sanctuary Suites include a massage table, meditation and stretching zone, exercise equipment and in-room spa treatments, while the Creative Suites feature acoustic panelling and the latest AV technology.

The Royal Suite boasts three living areas including a lounge with a standalone bar, a dining area with seating for 10 guests and a private sitting room. The resort also introduces a series of two-storey spaces. Spread over 755-square-metres, the Villa One penthouse is a “contemporary Arabian reimagining of One&Only’s signature beach villas at a lofty new height.”