Minor Hotels Announces Upcoming Launch of NH Collection Hotel on Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah

Minor Hotels, a global hospitality group that owns and operates over 560 hotels in 58 countries in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe and the Americas, announces it is bringing its NH Collection brand to Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. Slated to launch in early 2028, the announcement about the 156-key NH Collection Ras Al Khaimah Al Marjan Island Hotel & Apartments was made during a ceremony at THINC Middle East.

The new hotel will be located on Al Marjan Island in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, one of the premier and rapidly growing travel destinations in the UAE. Just one hour from Dubai International Airport and a 30-minute drive from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, the property will feature 120 beach-facing guest rooms and suites, in addition to 36 branded serviced apartments. Facilities will include four restaurants and bars, a gym and an outdoor swimming pool, a kids club and games room, a retail shop and a co-working space.

The property is owned by RRS International Development FZ-LLC, a premier real estate developer with over two decades of experience in the UAE’s high-end real estate market. RRS has a dedicated focus on Ras Al Khaimah’s fast-growing real estate sector and with Minor Hotels plans to develop this new NH Collection property on Al Marjan Island, one of the hottest destinations in the region, with major upcoming developments including the UAE’s first integrated resort.

As one of the pioneering forces behind the branded residences concept, this latest announcement by Minor Hotels demonstrates the company’s continued commitment to growing through mixed use properties with a residential component. It also showcases Minor Hotels continued commitment to growth in the region, including in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, where it already operates the Anantara in Mina Al Arab and the upcoming Anantara Residences.

Dillip Rajakarier, CEO Minor Hotels and Group CEO of parent company Minor International, commented, “We are excited to announce the continued expansion of our NH Collection brand, both within the Middle East region and also as part of the brand’s overall growth beyond its traditional areas of operation in Europe and the Americas. RRS International Development have a deep understanding of the nuances of real estate within the region and we look forward to working with them as valued partners during the development of this exciting new property.”

“We are incredibly proud to announce our first boutique hotel on Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah. This landmark development branded by NH Collection will seamlessly blend style, functionality, and exceptional value, setting new standards. We are thrilled to be part of the Minor Hotels family and to align with the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah and look forward to contributing to the growth and prestige of this incredible destination,” commented Mr. Sanjay Narayandas Dhawan, RRS International Development FZ-LLC.

“With Al Marjan Island set to become a premier destination for five-star resort hotels, our mission goes beyond. We are committed to creating exclusive, world-class developments in the UAE offering excellence at an attainable value,” commented Mr. Rakesh Mirchandani, RRS International Development FZ-LLC.

Commenting on Minor Hotels’ upcoming debut on Al Marjan Island, Arch. Abdulla Al Abdouli, Chief Executive Officer, Marjan, said; “Our vision to transform Al Marjan Island into a vibrant branded tourism destination gets a further boost with the upcoming launch of the exclusive NH Collection Ras Al Khaimah Al Marjan Island Hotel & Apartments. Their focus on elevating hospitality standards of service and comfort matches our commitment to curating premier lifestyle offerings that add to the overall appeal of Ras Al Khaimah. We are confident RRS International Development FZ-LLC’s expertise in the regional high-end real estate market will serve to enhance it further.”

Minor Hotels currently operates 17 properties in the UAE across four of its brands, including Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort which launched in the emirate at the start of 2024. The NH Collection brand made its debut in the country with the opening of NH Collection Dubai The Palm in February 2023, which also represented the brand’s first property outside of Europe and the Americas. NH Collection has since launched in Asia and the Indian Ocean, with further properties under development including in Africa.