Design Accolades Signal Strong Momentum for Minor Hotels in Ras Al Khaimah

Minor Hotels is proud to announce that two of its highly anticipated upcoming developments in Ras Al Khaimah—NH Collection Ras Al Khaimah Al Marjan Island Hotel & Apartments and Anantara Mina Residences—have been recognised with a total of six significant industry awards, celebrating excellence in architecture, development, and branded residential design.

At the 2025–2026 Arabian Property Awards and the International Property Awards, the NH Collection Ras Al Khaimah —developed by RRS International Development FZ-LLC—received four accolades:

• Winner – Mixed Use Architecture, Ras Al Khaimah (International Property Awards)

• Winner – Mixed Use Development, Ras Al Khaimah (International Property Awards)

• Winner – Mixed Use Architecture (Arabian Property Awards 2025–2026)

• Winner – Mixed Use Development (Arabian Property Awards 2025–2026)

In addition, at the 2025 Architecture Leaders Awards by Design Middle East, the following accolades were awarded:

• Winner - Branded Residences of the Year – Anantara Mina Residences, designed by JT+Partners

• Winner - Hospitality Project of the Year – NH Collection Ras Al Khaimah Al Marjan Island Hotel, designed by B8 Architecture

Set on the shores of Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah—one of the UAE’s fastest-growing leisure destinations—the upcoming NH Collection Ras Al Khaimah Al Marjan Island Hotel & Apartments will offer 120 beach-facing guest rooms and suites, along with 36 branded serviced apartments. Conveniently located just one hour from Dubai International Airport and 30 minutes from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, the property will feature a range of lifestyle amenities including four dining venues, a gym, outdoor pool, kids’ club and games room, retail outlet, and a dedicated co-working space.

Blending the privacy of homeownership with luxury resort living, Anantara Mina Residences created in partnership with RAK Properties will feature 84 waterfront apartments and 19 villas each with sweeping views of the Arabian Gulf. The villas, spanning three floors with private jetties, range from three to five bedrooms, while the apartments include suites, one to three-bedroom configurations with direct beach access. Residents will enjoy a host of premium amenities—from a panoramic pool and yoga studio to a cinema, gym, and on-site dining alongside à la carte services such as in-home dining, concierge, valet, and buggy access, all delivered with Anantara’s signature hospitality.

The NH Collection Ras Al Khaimah Al Marjan Island Hotel & Apartments and Anantara Mina Al Arab Residences are set to open in late 2028, offering refined living and travel experiences, inspired by the natural beauty and growing prominence of Ras Al Khaimah.