Meydan Hotels and Hospitality join the Ultratravel Collection

Dubai, UAE, October 14, 2014 (Newswire.com) - Meydan Hotels and Hospitality comprising The Meydan Hotel and Bab Al Shams Desert Resort and Spa join the prestigious ranks of 40 luxury properties in the Ultratravel Collection; an exclusive association of luxury hotel brands and properties established in 2013 by the Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), Travel Leaders Group and Ultratravel.  

"We are delighted to welcome these renowned properties, which provide a landmark of luxury in their spectacular locations," confirmed Nick Perry, a key founder of the Ultratravel Collection.

This recent partnership offers numerous benefits that further strengthen Meydan Hotels and Hospitality long-term plans to extend global reach. Membership opportunities include the integration and sharing of a global platform for guest recognition and loyalty. While additional offerings include access to the “GHA Discovery” loyalty programme of over 4.6 million members and the 5 million high end customer base of the Travel Leaders Group.

“We are extremely proud to have found a partner who allows us to expand the reach of our products and give us the opportunity to tap into the multiple offerings of the Ultratravel Collection, while forging strong relationships with the partners. The collection’s luxury approach also mirrors Meydan Hotels and Hospitality new direction to ‘reach out and do more’ for its guests,” adds Thomas Grundner Head of Sales and Marketing of Meydan Hotels and Hospitality.  

Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa

The award-winning hotel is nestled in the heart of the desert dunes and is located only 1 hour and 15 minutes from the Dubai and Abu Dhabi and is adjacent to Dubai International Endurance City. The property is renowned as a rural, luxury desert retreat offering guests a one of its kind traditional experience as it embraces the culture and heritage of its landscape. The rustic hotel consists of 115 charming rooms and suites located in clusters of double- story  buildings each featuring its own balcony or private terrace, 5 meeting rooms offering 8 food and beverage outlets, a dedicated leisure segment including activities from desert safari to bicycle tours and Satori Spa.

About The Meydan Hotel

The Meydan Hotel enjoys a majestic position overlooking the Dubai racecourse- host to the exhilarating racing season. Spanning a vast 1.6 km, it is also a coveted travel destination all-year round with unrivalled standards in luxury hospitality. With 284 extravagantly appointed rooms and suites, the hotel also offers a myriad of iconic meeting venues ideal for business and leisure travelers alike spanning over 20,350 sqm. Catering to every craving with its 7 themed food and beverage outlets, The Meydan Hotel also offers extensive leisure facilities such as tennis, golf, rooftop infinity pool, horse riding activities, gymnasium, aerobics, shooting and even a movie screening on the Middle East’s largest screen. It is within easy striking distance of Downtown Dubai, the Sheikh Zayed Road and Dubai International Airport where guests can enjoy total serenity while remaining connected with the hustle and bustle of the city.

About Meydan Hotels and Hospitality

Translated from Arabic, Meydan means ‘a meeting place’. Meydan Hotels and Hospitality, through its collection of luxury hotels and resorts, provides its guests and customers with a myriad of unique and iconic places to meet and escape. Whether it is a meeting of minds at a board meeting or a meeting of hearts at a wedding reception, the unrivalled venues at Meydan Hotels and Hospitality make its properties the ultimate meeting venue.

Meydan Hotels and Hospitality’s premium leisure experiences include The Meydan Hotel, The Track; Meydan Golf, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort & Spa and Meydan Beach.