Staff Report
Dubai, UAE
ASB Hospitality, a division of Albwardy Investment, has appointed Dutco Construction as the main contractor for Gran Meliá Hotel – Dubai Jumeirah. Set to be the first beachfront property under the Gran Meliá brand in the UAE, the resort will be a landmark addition to Dubai’s luxury hospitality sector.
The five-star resort will comprise 380 keys, including 31 suites with private pools, and can accommodate up to 1,000 guests. Guests can access amenities, including wellness and fitness centres, direct marina access, and a private beach. The resort will feature two swimming pools: one of the UAE’s longest infinity pools at 63 metres, overlooking the sea, and a garden oasis pool measuring 53 metres by 11 metres. It will also be a culinary destination, with a variety of all-day dining options. It will also feature the first Zuma Beach House in the region.
Heddo Siebs, CEO of ASB Hospitality LLC, said, “The Gran Meliá Hotel – Dubai Jumeirah represents more than just another hotel; it’s a lifestyle destination, born from the strategic partnership between ASB Hospitality and Meliá Hotels International. This collaboration brings together a wealth of expertise and vision to create an exceptional guest experience. By partnering with Dutco Construction, renowned for their excellence and precision, we are confident that our ambitious vision will be realised to the highest standards of quality and luxury.”
Located on the prime headland of Port De La Mer in Jumeirah, the development spans a plot totalling 31,066 square metres, along with a gross floor area (GFA) of 42,522 square metres and a built-up area of 88,909 square metres. The resort will comprise two basements, ground level, podium, four floors, and a roof, offering views of the Arabian Gulf from three sides of the hotel in addition to vistas of the Dubai skyline.
Nelson Gibb, CEO of Dutco Group, said, “We are thrilled to be appointed as the main contractor for the Gran Meliá Hotel – Dubai Jumeirah, a project that will raise the bar for luxury hospitality in the UAE. Partnering with ASB Hospitality on such a visionary development is a privilege, and we are committed to delivering a resort that will become the next icon in Dubai’s skyline.”
Lead consultant and project architect Moma draws inspiration from the contours of an oyster shell to develop the resort’s architecture. This ensures all guest balconies are oriented towards the sea to maximise the views. The interiors are designed by Lagranja Studio. Carter Hones Associates, also appointed by ASB Hospitality, will provide project and cost consultancy services throughout the construction process
Nathan Hones, COO at Carter Hones Associates, said, “We are honoured to contribute our expertise to such a distinctive hospitality project. This collaboration allows us to work alongside visionary and respected partners who share our commitment to delivering a property that will stand as a symbol of excellence in hospitality.”
With enabling and piling works already completed, structural concrete work has commenced and construction is progressing rapidly. The resort is on track to open in the fourth quarter of 2026.
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