New Openings

The new Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi opened in November 2011, marking a new chapter in the Rocco Forte Hotels story as the brand launches in the Middle East.

A vision of gleaming glass rising high above the city, the Rocco Forte Hotel Abu Dhabi stands out among the luxury hotels in the emirate, bringing European sophistication to the city with a focus on offering guests the very best in service.

Olga Polizzi has blended European and Middle Eastern styles to create a look that is sophisticated and modern.  A striking new landmark, the hotel has 281 spacious bedrooms, an executive floor with private lounge, extensive conference and event facilities on a dedicated banqueting floor, as well as seven distinctive restaurants and bars, an outdoor pool, a luxury spa and health club for relaxation.

www.roccofortehotelabudhabi.com

Future Openings

Rocco Forte Hotels will continue to bring its guests to new and different destinations, with luxury properties in development in the Middle East and North Africa.

Cairo
Rocco Forte Hotels has exciting new plans for its premier Egyptian property. The historic Shepheard Hotel will be refurbished and reopen with 252 elegant rooms and suites offering luxurious accommodation with new state-of-the-art facilities. Located in the prestigious Garden City area, with a view across the Nile, the hotel is within walking distance from the Egyptian Museum, Opera House, business districts and the main shopping streets.

Jeddah
Rocco Forte Hotels’ Jeddah property will be located on Tahlia Street, in the city’s fashionable shopping district close to the Corniche, 20 minutes’ drive from the airport and within easy reach of the central business district. This five star hotel will have stunning interiors, four varied restaurants and lounges, exceptional conference facilities and a spacious two-level spa delivering luxurious experiences with the highest levels of service.

Luxor
Located on the east bank next to Luxor Temple, the Rocco Forte Hotels property will deliver modern luxury amid the ancient grandeur. Built in the 1880s, the property was one of the first hotels in Luxor and has hosted many distinguished and glamorous guests. It will undergo extensive renovation to become the region’s leading luxury hotel, offering stylish design and exemplary levels of service right in the heart of the world’s greatest open-air museum.

Marrakech
Set within a 12-hectare olive grove framed by the Atlas Mountains, Rocco Forte Hotels’ Assoufid Resort will be an ideal retreat for visitors to Marrakech. The all-suite golf and spa resort is perfectly situated, with the exuberant urban city centre a short drive away and convenient access to the international airport. The suites will combine contemporary design with Moroccan architectural traditions to create a sense of space, elegance and authenticity. A selection of the 80 limited-edition villas, each set within a hectare or more of beautiful landscaped garden, are now available for sale.

The 7,020 yard par-72 championship course at the Marrakech Golf Club, Assoufid will open in spring 2012.

www.assoufid.com