Avani Hotels & Resorts continues its expansion with the launch of its first new-build hotel in the Middle East region – Avani Ibn Battuta Dubai.

Adjacent to Ibn Battuta Mall and Ibn Battuta Metro Link, the new 360-key hotel was constructed by master developer Nakheel.

The new hotel offers three dining outlets, and a resort-style swimming pool which looks out over Ibn Battuta and views beyond. The pool and terrace are the perfect space can host social events, accommodating up to 200 guests. Additional facilities at the hotel include an AvaniFit gym and outdoor yoga deck. 

“Following our series of recent openings in Thailand, Cambodia and Australia, we were thrilled to launch Avani Ibn Battuta Dubai and expand the Avani experience in the UAE,” said Javier Pardo, vice-president of Operations of Avani Hotels & Resorts. “This opening represents our first new-build hotel in the region and we look forward to treating every guest to an amazing stay here.” 

The hotel was constructed by Nakheel, as part of its hospitality project expansion.  Nakheel Chairman, Ali Rashid Lootah, said: “Nakheel continues to play a key role in enhancing Dubai’s hospitality offering in line with the emirate’s economic and tourism goals. We are proud to welcome Minor Hotels and its Avani brand to Ibn Battuta Mall, where quality accommodation is in demand. The opening comes as Dubai’s busiest season gets into full swing, and we look forward to a successful winter – and beyond – at Avani Ibn Battuta.” 

Avani Hotels & Resorts currently operates 30 properties in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, most recently debuting in both Cambodia and South Korea. The brand has a strong pipeline of new properties under development, including in such new destinations as South Korea, the Maldives, Mauritius, and Oman. In addition to the new Avani Ibn Battuta, Avani currently has one hotel in the UAE in Dubai, with further properties under development in both the UAE and Oman.