Crystal Magazine Dec 10, 2020
Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk Revive French Art Of Living In The Heart Of Dubai
, a sophisticated and chic address in the epicenter of luxury and the
largest Sofitel property in the Middle East and Africa region, opens its doors.
Beautifully merging modern French art de vivre and ancient
Egyptian heritage with the essence and culture of the UAE, guests will step into timeless elegance and enjoy an unrivalled
experience in the iconic Dubai Wafi destination.
Mark Willis, CEO Middle
East & Africa at Accor, mentioned “This
is a very exciting opening for us in the region as, aside from it being the
largest Sofitel property in the Middle East & Africa, it is also set to
become a landmark in the city, showcasing exquisite service combined with an
iconic design and architecture. Congratulations to the team of Sofitel Dubai
The Obelisk, whom have worked tirelessly to ensure this opening is a success”.
Ayman Gharib, Managing Director of Raffles Dubai & Sofitel Dubai
The Obelisk comments “Inspired by the Luxor Obelisk located in Place de La
Concorde in Paris, Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk, is a testament to the Wafi Complex development and
rounds up the lifestyle and entertainment destination that the founder, H.H.
Sheikh Mana bin Khalifa Al Maktoum, envisioned it to be. The Wafi Group, since
its establishment nearly four decades ago, has been setting trends and
standards of excellence. Upholding its values and traditions and finding
partners that echo the same, Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk has partnered with three
prominent F&B and spa partners; Daniel Boulud, Schilo van Coeverden and
L’Occitane. This move will ensure that the hotel speaks to a diverse and
distinguished audience.”
Omar Souab, General Manager of Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk explains “As
the perfect addition to Dubai’s vivid
skyline, The Obelisk boasts 595 rooms, suites and serviced residences, designed for
discerning tech-savvy business travelers and leisure seekers, introducing
digital solutions through the use of the hotel’s mobile application, QR codes
and touchless technology. Targeting a zero single use plastic policy across all
facets, the hotel is committing to become an engaged and sustainable property.
I’m proud to be part of this
brilliant pre-opening team and look forward to welcoming and delighting our
guests.”
As a
new dining destination in the city, the hotel offers five exclusive venues
including Brasserie Boulud, a French modern concept rooted
in tradition by Michelin star chef Daniel Boulud, Taiko contemporary
Asian cuisine & bar - the first international outpost
of Taiko Amsterdam by Chef Schilo van
Coevorden offering cuisine inspired by the flavors and textures of the
Far East, The Nine gastropub serving British
classics, Bijou patisserie includes a variety of indulgences such as Le
Goȗter (French Afternoon tea) and Soleil Pool & Lounge, a vibrant
poolside bar serving a Mediterranean and Levantine inspired menu, carefully
crafted cocktails and varied shisha flavors.
Joining forces with the
renowned French brand, Sofitel SPA with L’Occitane invites guests to a
Provencal retreat, inspired by the Mediterranean art-de-vivre. The spa
includes eight treatment rooms, including a couple’s room, female and male
relaxation rooms, Hammam facilities and Sofitel FITNESS offering
state-of-the-art gym equipment and a studio. The outdoor swimming pool is in
the shape of an Egyptian ‘key of life’ and neighbored by a series of private
cabanas, two featuring their own Jacuzzi.
With a curated junior guest
journey drawing its inspiration from the French novella Le Petit Prince
(The Little Prince), families will explore a world of exciting activities at
AstroKids club and have access to VOX Cinemas and Magic Planet in Wafi mall. The
multiplex will feature a diversity of activities for kids and adults including
soft play areas, bowling, a kids square and more. Visitors can enjoy watching
the latest films on an advanced ONYX screen by Samsung, offering powerful,
captivating and larger-than-life visuals. The ONYX screen at VOX Cinemas WAFI
Mall is defined as the “cinema of the future” and the first of its kind in the
UAE.
With
over 2,300 square meters of meeting space including ten flexible venues and one
state-of-the-art ballroom, guests and event-planners will choose from a
plethora of sought-after venues for social or business gatherings. The names of
the meeting rooms represent the grand voyage of the Luxor Obelisk (1832-1836)
from the temple of Luxor in Egypt to its arrival in the Place de Concorde
in Paris. Special occasions will be held under the stars in the
L’Obelisque ballroom where the ceiling is adorned with Swarovski crystal
chandeliers in the shape of a star constellation. Two green meeting rooms (Paris and
Alexandria) offer
electronic flipcharts and amenities made from eco-friendly materials.
As part of the Accor group, the most
stringent cleaning standards and operational procedures in the world of
hospitality have been established at Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk, certified with Dubai
Assured and the ALL SAFE Labels. The ALL SAFE standards have been developed
with and vetted by Bureau Veritas, a world leader testing inspections and
certification. In addition, with Accor’s groundbreaking global partnership with
AXA, Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk will provide medical support should guests need
non-emergency medical assistance during their stay.
With a prime location
in Wafi, the premium shopping and leisure destination, just 10 minutes away
from Dubai International Airport, Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk is set to charm
guests with ultimate
comfort, extraordinary experiences and the French way
of living.