The Middle East’s Most Anticipated New Openings
HOTELS
THE DUBAI HOTEL
The Meydan Hotel, Dubai
Trackside landmark The Meydan Hotel has reopened under Kerzner International’s Rare Finds portfolio. Overlooking the world-renowned Meydan Racecourse, the hotel’s wave-like silhouette and green glass façade make a bold architectural statement. Inside, 284 spacious rooms and feature floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies. Guests have direct access to a nine-hole floodlit golf course, the Meydan Tennis Academy and the energy of the racecourse itself. Dining has been reimagined across several venues, including Mediterranean-inspired Farriers, the Millennium Lounge for coffee and afternoon tea, and the rooftop Equus Pool Bar with skyline views.
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THE UAE NEWCOMER
Kimpton Dubai, UAE
Set to open along the Business Bay Canal in Dubai, Kimpton Dubai marks the brand’s UAE debut, offering 280 stylish rooms and suites. Designed with Kimpton’s signature blend of bold style and approachable luxury, the hotel will welcome guests with locally inspired interior touches and a prime location just minutes from the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall. The property will feature three dining concepts, a rooftop swimming pool, a spa and fitness centre, curated retail spaces, and a ballroom. With its boutique-feel charm, Kimpton Dubai promises a fresh, lively alternative to the city’s ultra-luxe hotel scene.
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THE LUXE RED SEA LAUNCH
Rosewood Amaala, Red Sea, Saudi Arabia
Launching on Saudi Arabia’s untouched northwest coast, Rosewood Amaala promises to be one of the Red Sea’s most luxurious resorts. Part of the visionary Amaala development, it embodies Rosewood’s A Sense of Place philosophy, marrying minimal modern design with the natural beauty of the coast. Guests can expect ultra-luxe rooms, the signature Asaya spa, curated dining and cultural experiences – all designed to highlight the surrounding landscape. Plus, the resort will be powered entirely by renewable energy.
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THE RELAUNCH
Al Hosn Hotel Muscat, Oman
Al Husn Hotel Muscat has joined the Waldorf Astoria portfolio, reopening as one of Oman’s most anticipated luxury getaways. Within the tranquil Barr Al Jissah waterfront enclave, this beachfront retreat sits between rugged mountains and calm shores, just 40 minutes from Muscat International Airport. The property features 180 luxury rooms and suites, each offering scenic sea or garden views. Guests can enjoy five dining venues, ranging from refined international concepts to casual beachfront options, a renowned Waldorf Astoria Spa, and private beach-cove access, all set along Oman’s golden coastline.
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THE IFTAR EXPERIENCE
Raffles Garden Iftar, Dubai
Raffles Dubai has unveiled its Garden Iftar, a lantern-lit setting designed for sunset gatherings. The Iftar experience centres around live cooking stations, where chefs prepare a generous spread of traditional Middle Eastern dishes alongside contemporary interpretations. Expect fragrant lamb ouzi, freshly baked breads, mezze layered with bright herbs and pomegranate, slow-cooked stews and grilled meats, complemented by a dedicated dessert selection of Arabic sweets and delicate pastries. Signature Ramadan juices, Arabic coffee and fine teas complete the offering, encouraging guests to stay long after the first call to prayer. For families or those seeking discretion, private garden cabanas provide a secluded sanctuary within the wider setting, each attended by the hotel group’s legendary Raffles Butler service.
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THE RAMADAN CELEBRATION
The Majlis At Four Seasons Resort Dubai At Jumeirah Beach, Dubai
This Ramadan, Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach introduces Hikayat, an immersive experience inspired by storytelling and heritage. Drawing inspiration from historic majlis gatherings, where poets, philosophers and travellers once exchanged ideas, the setting reimagines these cultural salons for the holy month. Beneath elegant canopies and against a backdrop of understated coastal luxury, guests are invited to experience an Iftar offering that’s both generous and thoughtfully curated, celebrating the flavours of the region with saffron-scented rice, slow-roasted lamb, fragrant stews and mezze. Pistachio-laced desserts, delicate pastries and freshly prepared Arabic sweets will round off the evening.
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THE GREEK EXPORT
Nammos Resort Amaala, Saudi Arabia
Mykonian luxury brand Nammos Hotels & Resorts will open its first-ever resort this spring at Amaala on Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast. Set against the Hejazi mountains, the property aims to reimagine ultra-luxury in the area. Designed by Foster + Partners, the exterior draws on traditional Hijazi architecture, while interiors by Lazaro Rosa Violán Studio and Elastic Architects channel Cycladic elegance through terrazzo flooring, archways and a palette of aquamarine, white and gold. The 110-room resort will include pool bungalows, villas and 20 private residences. A dedicated wellness hub and regional-first spa partnership with Augustinus Bader sets the tone of relaxation, plus there’s an infinity pool, a Blu Kids Club and three restaurants and bars.
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RESTAURANTS
THE ASIAN HOTSPOT
Nobu One Za’abeel, Dubai
Dubai’s dining scene has welcomed a new heavyweight with the opening of Nobu One Za’abeel lasy month. Located within The Link at One&Only One Za’abeel, the sky-high destination brings Nobu’s signature Japanese-Peruvian cuisine to one of the city’s most striking architectural settings. Alongside the brand’s iconic dishes, the space introduces a late-night bar and lounge concept exclusive to Dubai, designed to transition seamlessly from dinner into after-hours dining and DJ-led evenings – framed by panoramic city views.
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THE LONDON EXPORT
Barrafina, Dubai
Nearly two decades after opening in Soho, Barrafina has launched its first international outpost in Dubai’s DIFC. The 55-seat space brings its signature counter dining and open kitchen to the Middle East, with chefs preparing modern Spanish tapas in full view of guests. The menu champions ingredient-led cooking and small Spanish producers, featuring classics such as tortilla, gambas rojas and chicken thighs with romesco, alongside Dubai-exclusive dishes like clams with salsa verde and Galician dry-aged beef. Design details such as a marble counter, stainless steel, red leather stools and artwork by British artist Kate Boxer mirror the London aesthetic, creating an intimate alternative to the city’s larger dining rooms.
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THE GRAB-AND-GO OPTION
Supernova, Bahrain
When it opened in Soho, the queues spoke for themselves. Supernova makes a great burger. If you’re looking to join the line at the team’s new Bahrain site, here’s what to expect: next-level cheeseburgers, crunchy fries and sundaes, US-style. Wrapped in paper and served in basic surrounds – with pops of colour coming from obligatory red and yellow plastic bottles of ketchup and mustard – these burgers more than live up to the hype.
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THE NEIGHBOURHOOD SPOT
Lady Bird, Dubai
Lady Bird Dubai has just opened at One Central’s bustling 25 Jump Street and is a new go-to for drinks, music and relaxed dining. The latest concept from 7 Management is a charming neighbourhood bar serving elevated comfort food – from steak frites and chicken schnitzel to lighter dishes like kale caesar, with pain perdu rounding things off on a sweet note.
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THE PHOTOGENIC MUST-BOOK
Other, Dubai
Other is quickly emerging as Dubai’s most Instagram-friendly dining destination, where design, dining and drinks blend with precision and refinement. Designed by Dubai-based studio Verhaal, the space feels like a perfectly curated interior paradise, an immersive yet refined use of saturated colour, sculptural lighting and tactile textures that shift from soft and inviting by day to theatrical and intimate by night. This visual philosophy also extends to the menu, where dishes are designed to engage all the senses, from the hot dog topped with caviar to the beef tartare with chips and the delicately layered hojicha opera cake.
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THE DISH
Kira, Dubai
Kira – the fine-dining Japanese-Mediterranean restaurant within the new luxe Marsa Al Arab – has launched a standout crossover dish that blends Japanese precision with Italian comfort food: gyoza cacio e pepe. Made with Japanese wagyu trimmings, slow-cooked into a deeply rich, umami-packed Italian-style ragù, the dish was initially conceived as lasagna before the chefs reimagined its best element, the caramelised edges, as gyoza. Grilled on the plancha for a crisp base while keeping the filling indulgently soft, each bite is finished with a creamy, peppery cacio e pepe dip that perfectly balances the richness.
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THE TAKEAWAY TREAT
La Maison Ani, Dubai
French fine-dining destination La Maison Ani has launched its first-ever collection of takeaway gâteaux. Designed for celebrations, gatherings and thoughtful gifting, each cake serves eight to ten guests and arrives in an elegant branded box, with the option to add a personalised message. Flavours lean into classic French flair with a contemporary twist: a soft Gâteau aux Carottes layered with silky cream cheese frosting and caramelised pecans; a honey-infused Gâteau au Miel paired with mascarpone cream; and a nostalgic Gâteau Lotus filled with smooth Lotus cream and Biscoff spread. Elsewhere, a coconut and semolina Gâteau Coco nods to Mediterranean aromas, while the roulé au chocolat balances dark chocolate crémeux with caramel chantilly.
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THE PLACE FOR LUNCH
Gaia, Dubai
At Gaia, lunch is no longer bound by the clock. The restaurant has introduced an extended dining experience that flows from midday into late afternoon and beyond, encouraging guests to linger. The à la carte menu remains at its core, with signature dishes such as sea bream carpaccio with lemon and mandarin, grilled octopus with fava purée, and the ever-popular ‘astakomakaronada’ – linguine tossed with fresh lobster and cherry tomatoes. The Fish Market continues to showcase the day’s finest catch, prepared to preference and as evening arrives, the space shifts into a more atmospheric rhythm, with cocktails at the bar and a resident DJ from Thursday to Saturday.
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MUSEUMS
THE EXHIBITION
Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, Doha
Until 8th August, Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art in Doha is celebrating its 15th anniversary with an exhibition titled Resolutions. The event draws from the museum’s permanent collection, tracing its evolution as a leading institution for Arab modern and contemporary art. Thoughtfully curated, the display reflects on how the museum’s vision and collection have developed over the past decade and a half. Admission is free, but visitors are encouraged to book tickets online in advance.
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