Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa, Dubai

The Cranley Report

Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa

Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa, Dubai

Hotel Address

Jumeirah Beach
Dubai Marina
P.O.Box 24454
Dubai
United Arab Emirates

Cranley Rating

Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa

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Hotel Summary

Category

Resort Hotel

Hotel Opened	2005 (Re-opened after the addition of two large towers)
Refurbishment	2007 - Al Basha Restaurant 2007 - Polo Lounge Continuous programme, with rooms, restaurants and bars refurbished on a regular basis out of season.

Cranley Summary

The Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa is located on its own beach, in the fast developing Marina area of Dubai and is close to Dubai's Internet City / Media City. The majority of the resort was rebuilt in 2005, retaining only the 2003 refurbished 'Resort Rooms' within the extensive grounds. The new building consists of two towers which house the 'Tower Rooms' and four of the resort's restaurants. It has a three storey central area where the lobby, some of the restaurants, bars, cafes and spa are located. The Horizon Infinity Pool is on the third floor terrace. The resort has a number of different room options and some of the remaining restaurants are located in the grounds, adjacent to, or overlooking the Main Pool. There is a business centre, a variety of function rooms and high speed internet connections in every room to cater for the business traveller. Guests should be aware that the development in the Marina is continuing and there may be some noise disturbance from the Marina for the immediate future.

Hotel Location & Layout

Location Description

The Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa is located in the fast developing Marina area of Dubai, which is 28 km from Dubai International Airport. Nestled in the centre of the beach resorts in this area it has its own beach, next to the entrance to the Marina and overlooking the Palm Jumeirah. It is well located for tourist attractions, as it is only ten minutes away from Wild Wadi, Ski Dubai and a number of shopping malls with a few local shops within walking distance. For business travellers it is a two minute drive from the Internet and Media Cities and fifteen minutes from the Jebel Ali Freezone.

Airports
Distance	28 km
Airport Transfers	Approximately 30 minutes in light traffic. Complimentary transfers for guests staying in Club guest rooms and above.

Cities and Sights
Distance	25 km
City/Sight Transfers	Approximately 20 minutes in light traffic. The hotel provides a complimentary shuttle bus which runs a couple of times a day to Mall of the Emirates, BurJuman Mall and Ibn Battuta.

Layout Description

The Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa is approached via an elevated drive that leads to the Reception on the 1st floor, with a separate driveway below leading to the Al Andalus Ballroom entrance. The large circular elevated hotel lobby and Reception has a central fountain with a bronze statue, a reception desk to the left and Concierge, Guest Relations, and restaurant booking desk to the right. The lobby lounge Al Majlis, Al Dhiyafa restaurant and the Grand Grill are located at the back of the circular lobby. The Tower guest rooms and suites are found in two separate connecting buildings leading from either side of the lobby area. 'Tower A’ to the right of the lobby has an infinity pool on the 3rd floor, and a restaurant and Club Lounge on the 25th floor. The remaining restaurants are located throughout the resort with three restaurants situated around the main pool with outside dining and a beach bar at the foot of the garden area that leads to the hotels private beach. There are three separate older refurbished two storey buildings where the more leisurely 'Resort' guest rooms are situated within the hotel grounds close to the main swimming pool and near to the beach. The Polo Bar, Underground Pub Stop, health club, gym and Elixir Spa are situated on the ground floor of the central ‘Tower Building’ with the tennis courts and the children’s Junior Jungle Kids Club located next to the swimming pool. There is a small selection of shops located in the ‘Tower B’ wing leading from the lobby.

Lobby & Guest Relations

Open Hours	24 Hours
Languages Spoken	Arabic, English, French, German, Russian, Taglog, Turkish, and several other languages spoken.
Payment Methods	All major international credit cards and cash accepted.
Foreign Exchange	Open 24 hours All major currencies exchanged. Exchange rates are commissionable.
Taxis Arranged	There is a taxi pool outside the hotel.
Tours Arranged	A variety of activities can be arranged with the Desert Adventure Tourism tour desk in the lobby to: Abu Dhabi City tours Al Ain City tours Camel Riding Desert Safaris Dhow tours Dinner Cruises Dubai City tours Fishing trips Liwa full day safaris Night at the Races Oman Dhow tour Sand Skiing Sharjah and Ajman City tours Snorkelling or Scuba Diving Wadi Hatta or Hajar Mountains

Guest Relations	Guest Relations Restaurant Booking Desk Desert Adventure Tourism Property Advice Desk
Concierge Services	Standard services.
Medical Facilities	A nurse is available within the hotel between 10:00 to 23:00 hours. A doctor is available 24 hours a day with a typical response time of within 30 minutes, according to the hotel.
Parking	Complimentary valet underground parking for 300 cars.

Cranley Comment

The lobby is approached by an elevated drive with guests entering the resort at 1st floor level. The lobby is a circular, stylishly decorated room with an Arabian theme. It has an elaborate gold/bronze Arabian Onyx fountain as a centrepiece, set under a dome decorated with a desert mural. Around the fountain area are numerous sofas and armchairs for guests to relax in whilst enjoying a tea or coffee. The lobby stairs lead down to the health club, Elixir Spa and hotel grounds whilst the Al Dhiyafa restaurant is located at the back of the lobby. On either side of the lobby is a corridor that leads guests to the elevators of the two towers, where the majority of the hotel's rooms are situated.

Shops & Amenities

Description

Tower B Shopping Arcade;
MTN machine
Trade Book – Souvenirs, magazines, sweets, cigarettes, toiletries, postcards, and Sim cards.
08:00 to 24:00, 7 days a week
Diamond Lease - Car Rental
08:00 to 18:00, 7 days a week
Byblos – Gentlemen’s’ Salon
10:30 to 21:00 Saturday to Thursday, 16:00 to 21:00 Friday
Al Barajeel – Photographic film and equipment
08:30 to 23:00, 7 days a week
Rivoli – Fine watches and pens
10:00 to 22:00, 7 days a week
Al Barajeel – Carpets and souvenirs
08:30 to 21:00, 7 days a week
Pure Fold - Jewellery
10:00 to 22:00 Saturday to Thursday, 14:00 to 20:00 Friday

Lobby;
Desert Adventure Tourism – Tours
11:00 to 18:00
Property Advice – Real estate
11:00 to 18:00

Ground Floor;
Vitalita – Ladies' Salon
10:00 to 22:00 Saturday to Thursday, 14:00 to 22:00 Friday

Pool area (Dubai Resort Wing):
Beach Shop – Flip flops, hats, oils and creams
09:00 to 17:00, 7 days a week
Perfume Shop – Perfumes
09:00 to 17:00, 7 days a week

Cranley Comment

The hotel has several shops, selling a range of goods from jewellery to souvenirs and an MTN machine, in a small arcade off the main reception area in the 'Tower B' wing and there is a ladies' beauty salon on the ground floor, close to the Underground Pub Stop. Near to the pool in the Resort guest rooms Dubai Wing, there is a beach shop selling newspapers and beach/pool products. Within a short walk from the hotel there are a number of shops locally. To assist guests during their stay the hotel runs a three times daily complimentary shuttle bus service to the Mall of the Emirates and Ibn Battuta, and a five times daily service to BurJuman Centre. Advance booking is recommended for these services.

Rooms, Suites & Villas

Number of Floors	25 in Tower ‘A’, 18 in Tower ‘B’, and 2 in each of the Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Jumeirah Resort Wings.
Total Rooms	446
Elevators	6
Rooms per Elevator	74
Total Staff	850
Staff per Room	1.9

Check-in Time	14:00
Check-out Time	12:00
Late Checkout	Subject to availability
Smoking Rooms	Smoking rooms are located on even numbered floors.
Room Service	Full menu served 24 hours.
Laundry Service	Same day service: Items collected before 10:00, will be returned between 18:00 and 20:00. Express service: Items required within 4 hours are subject to an additional 50% surcharge. Pressing Service: A 2 hour pressing service is available 24 hours a day. Shoe shine machines are located on each floor level.

Club or Executive Facilities

There is a Club Lounge situated in 'Tower A’ on the 25th floor which adjoins ‘the twenty fifth’ restaurant. This lounge is complimentary to 'Club' guests and above, other hotel guests may use this facility at a surcharge. It is open daily from 06:00 until midnight and children are allowed until 18:00 after which it is adults only as alcohol is served. Male guests should note that shorts can only be worn during breakfast which lasts until 10:30.

Facilities Club guests benefit from are:
Airport transfer by private car upon arrival and departure.
Full breakfast at the Club Lounge or Al Dhiyafa Restaurant from 06:30 to10:30
Afternoon tea at the Club Lounge from 15:00 to 17:00
Regular drinks at the Club Lounge from 18:00 to 20:00
Canapes at the Club Lounge from 18:00 to 20:00
Tea, coffee and soft drinks at the Club Lounge from 11:00 to midnight
Free internet for one hour per day; voucher will be available at the Business Centre
Daily international newspaper at the Club Lounge
Late check-out until14:00

Cranley Comment

The majority of the guest rooms and suites at the Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa are situated within 'Tower A’ and 'Tower B’ which have direct access from the hotel lobby area. The Tower rooms and suites in these buildings have either a sea or partial sea and inland views with Arabian influenced décor, with a mixture of curved light marble topped built-in furniture and comfortable freestanding seating areas. The standard Tower rooms have a small entrance hall/dressing area and bathroom with a large separate shower. The Resort rooms are located in three separate two storey buildings within the hotel grounds close to the main pool. These buildings are known as the Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Jumeirah wings. These rooms have dark wood built in furniture, matching wood effect floors and the same high quality amenities as the Tower rooms such as LCD televisions/DVD players, although the bathrooms are smaller, many of the Resort rooms have either a balcony or terrace. The Club Suites, Ambassador Suites, Presidential Suites, Royal Suite and the Penthouse Suite are located in the towers.

Type of Room, Views & Facilities

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Tower	187	99 Sea 88 Partial Sea	Electronic disc locking system Viewfinder spy hole Security lock Individually controlled air-conditioning Work space/desk DDI line Voice mail High speed internet access (chargeable) 3 pin square British sockets 2 pin round European socket 3 pin small round socket LCD television International Satellite TV Movie channels DVD player TV/Radio Floor to ceiling windows Some with balcony Double closet in dressing area Full length mirror Safe Mini-bar Tea and coffee making facilities Fruit basket Complimentary (national) daily newspapers Turndown service Down duvet Hyper allergenic pillows En-suite bathroom Double vanity basin unit Bidet Bath tub with hand held shower Separate rain shower Bathrobes Slippers Shaving/make up mirror Shaving point Retractable drying cord Hairdryer Bathroom scale Telephone in bathroom TV/Radio speakers in bathroom Luxury Elixir toiletries 28 interconnecting rooms	2 Adults and 1 child under 12	40

Cranley Comment

Tower guest rooms are divided by an entrance hallway/dressing area that leads to the main bedroom, living area and separately the bathroom. The bedrooms are decorated in either tones of greens or gold with white built-in furniture with Arabian features, to give a middle-eastern ambience. Tower guest rooms are equipped with a DVD player, LCD television and are furnished with an armchair and footrest, chaise longue and a desk/dressing table, where there is a high speed internet connection. There is also a mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities and ample drawer space, Tower sea view rooms have a balcony and these guest rooms are divided by a dressing area which has a double closet with shelves and additional drawer space, the well appointed en-suite bathroom leads from this. The bathrooms have a sliding entrance door and different colour schemes, including blues and greens. They are spacious and modern in design, and have a stand-alone circular glass wash basin as a distinctive feature, a wide deep bath, separate rain shower, bidet, toilet and Elixir toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Tower Family	33	Partial Sea	As for the Tower room with the added benefit of: Sofa bed Extra space for additional roll out bed 4 interconnecting rooms	4 Adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 12	50

Cranley Comment

Tower Family rooms are located on the sides of each of the towers and do not have balconies. Tower guest rooms are divided by an entrance hallway/dressing area which leads to the larger main bedroom, living area and separately the bathroom. The bedrooms are decorated in either tones of greens or gold with white built-in furniture with Arabian features, to give a middle-eastern ambience. Tower Family guest rooms are equipped with a DVD player, LCD television and are furnished with a sofa bed, chaise longue and a desk/dressing table, where there is a high speed internet connection. There is also a mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities and ample drawer space. These guest rooms are divided by a dressing area which has a double closet with shelves and additional drawer space, the well appointed en-suite bathroom leads from this. The bathrooms have a sliding entrance door and different colour schemes, including blues and greens. They are spacious and modern in design, and have a stand-alone circular glass wash basin as a distinctive feature, a wide deep bath, separate rain shower, bidet, toilet and Elixir toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Resort	38	Inland	Electronic disc locking system Viewfinder spy hole Security lock Individually controlled air-conditioning Work space/desk DDI line Voice mail WiFi (chargeable) High speed internet access (chargeable) 3 pin square British sockets LCD television International Satellite TV Movie channels DVD player TV/Radio Floor to ceiling windows Some with balcony or terrace Double closet Full length mirror Safe Mini-bar Tea and coffee making facilities Fruit basket Complimentary (national) daily newspapers Turndown service Down duvet Hyper allergenic pillows En-suite bathroom Single vanity basin unit Bidet Bath tub with hand held shower Bathrobes Slippers Shaving point Retractable drying cord Hairdryer Bathroom scale Luxury Elixir toiletries	2 Adults and 1 child under 12	35

Cranley Comment

Resort guest rooms are located in three separate double storied buildings, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Jumeirah, which are situated close to the Main Pool within the hotels gardens. These rooms have dark wood furniture and floors with contrasting features and bedding in a lighter colour. Some rooms may be darker than others due to the well established over hanging trees outside of the windows. Resort guest rooms are well appointed with good quality fittings, LCD satellite television, DVD player, mini bar and tea and coffee making facilities. The bathrooms are smaller than those in the Towers, they have a combined bath shower, toilet, single vanity unit and Elixir toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Resort Garden	52	Garden	As for the Resort Room with the added benefit of: Garden/pool view	2 Adults and 1 child under 12	35

Cranley Comment

Resort Garden rooms are located in three separate double storied buildings, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Jumeirah, which are situated close to the Main Pool within the hotels gardens. These rooms have views across the gardens and swimming pool. They are decorated with dark wood furniture and floors with contrasting features and bedding in a lighter colour. Some rooms may be darker than others due to the well established over hanging trees outside of the windows. Resort Garden rooms are well appointed with good quality fittings, LCD satellite television, DVD player, mini bar and tea and coffee making facilities. The bathrooms are smaller than those in the Towers, they have a combined bath shower, toilet, single vanity unit and Elixir toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Resort Studio	12	Garden	As for the Resort Room with the added benefit of: Balcony or Terrace Larger living area 3 interconnecting rooms	2 Adults and 1 child under 12	40

Cranley Comment

Resort Studios are located in three separate double storied buildings, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Jumeirah, which are situated close to the Main Pool within the hotels gardens. These rooms are 5 square metres larger, and most have either a balcony or terrace with views across the gardens and swimming pool. They are decorated with dark wood furniture and floors with contrasting features and bedding in a lighter colour. Some rooms may be darker than others due to the well established over hanging trees outside of the windows. Resort Studios are well appointed with good quality fittings, LCD satellite television, DVD player, mini bar and tea and coffee making facilities. The bathrooms are smaller than those in the Towers, they have a combined bath shower, toilet, single vanity unit and Elixir toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Resort Suite	2	Partial Sea	As for the Resort Studio with the added benefit of: Guest cloakroom Separate lounge Two balconies Bar Additional satellite LCD television Dining table with 4 chairs 2 two-seater sofas 2 arm chairs Chaise longue Jacuzzi Bath Separate rain shower 1 interconnecting room	2 Adults and 1 child under 12	80

Cranley Comment

The Resort Suites are located in three separate double storied buildings, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Jumeirah, which are situated close to the Main Pool within the hotels gardens. These suites have a guest cloakroom, separate living room with a dining table for four people, bar and bar stools and a comfortable seating area and balcony. They are decorated with dark wood furniture and floors with contrasting features and bedding in a lighter colour. Some rooms may be darker than others due to the well established over hanging trees outside of the windows. Resort Suites are well appointed with good quality fittings, LCD satellite television, DVD player, mini bar and tea and coffee making facilities. The separate bedroom has an additional balcony and a larger bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, separate shower, double vanity unit and Elixir toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Club	77	44 Sea 33 Partial Sea	As for the Tower room with the added benefit of: Club facilities 16 interconnecting rooms	2 Adults and 1 child under 12	40

Cranley Comment

Club rooms have the added benefit of all the Club Lounge facilities and are aimed toward the business traveller. Club guest rooms are formatted in the same way as Tower guest rooms and are divided by an entrance hallway/dressing area which leads to the main bedroom, living area and separately the bathroom. The bedrooms are decorated in either tones of greens or gold with white built-in furniture with Arabian features, to give a middle-eastern ambience. Club guest rooms are equipped with a DVD player, LCD television and are furnished with an armchair and footrest, chaise longue and a desk/dressing table, where there is a high speed internet connection. There is also a mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities and ample drawer space, Club sea view rooms have a balcony and these guest rooms are divided by a dressing area which has a double closet with shelves and additional drawer space, the well appointed en-suite bathroom leads from this. The bathrooms have a sliding entrance door and different colour schemes, including blues and greens. They are spacious and modern in design, and have a stand-alone circular glass wash basin as a distinctive feature, a wide deep bath, separate rain shower, bidet, toilet and Elixir toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Club Suite	37	Partial Sea	As for the Tower room with the added benefit of: Entrance hall Separate lounge Additional LCD television	2 Adults and 1 child under 12	65

Cranley Comment

The Club Suites comprises an entrance hallway leading to a living area and bedroom which can be separated or opened up by a sliding door between the two rooms. The suites are decorated in either tones of greens or gold with white built-in furniture with Arabian features, to give a middle-eastern ambience. The living room has a three seater sofa, low level coffee table, satellite television and DVD player. Club Suites do not have balconies. The bedroom has an additional television and seating area. Also leading from the entrance hall is a small corridor with dressing area with a double closet incorporating hanging and drawer space. The bathrooms are decorated in different colour schemes, including blues and greens. They are spacious and modern in design, and have a stand-alone circular glass wash basin as a distinctive feature, a wide deep bath, separate rain shower, bidet, toilet and Elixir toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Ambassador Suite	4	Sea	As for the Club Suite room with the added benefit of: Larger entrance hallway Guest cloakroom Separate lounge/dining room Dining table with 4 chairs Balcony 42 inch plasma screen TV DVD home theatre system Jacuzzi bath	2 Adults and 1 child under 12	140

Cranley Comment

Ambassador Suites are located in the tower buildings and are decorated in tones of burnt orange and greens with white free standing and built-in furniture in a modern design with an arabesque touch. These suites have a large lounge with dining table, large screen plasma television and free standing desk. Detailed Arabic wood panelling, which matches the design of the dining room chairs, separates the room from the entrance and hallway. The master bedroom at the end of the hallway has a seating area and on the other side of the hallway there is a bathroom with large Jacuzzi bath, separate rain shower, double vanity unit and Elixir toiletries.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Presidential Suite	2	Sea	As for the Ambassador Suite with the added benefit of: Fully equipped kitchen Filter coffee making facilities Dining table with 8 chairs 2 Balconies Marble floors Surround sound system Master dressing area Jacuzzi bath Additional twin en-suite bedroom Additional satellite television	4 Adults and 2 children under 12	250

Cranley Comment

The Presidential Suites are located on the upper floors of the towers and directly overlook the ocean. The Presidential Suites are decorated in a typical classical Arabic style and have a living/dining room with both formal and informal seating areas with a large plasma television and surround sound as well as many luxury features. These suites have a master en-suite bedroom with a lounge and dressing area, and a separate en-suite twin guest bedroom.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Royal Suite	1	Sea	As for the Presidential Suite with the added benefit of: Dedicated private floor Large entrance hall Large fully equipped kitchen Separate living area Bar Separate dining room for 12 Large balcony/terrace with table for 8 and seating area Majlis / television room Additional televisions 1 en-suite twin 1 en-suite king 1 en-suite master bedroom with balcony Built-in master bathroom television	6 Adults and 3 children under 12	500

Cranley Comment

The Royal Suite is located at the top of the tower and is a substantial size at 500 square metres. It is decorated in an Arabian theme with rich colours, soft furnishings, antiques and works of art throughout the suite. The suite is located on its own dedicated floor and has a substantial entrance and hallway which leads to a formal lounge with bar area, large terrace with informal seating and a dining table for al fresco dining with views over the Gulf and Palm Island. There is a separate formal dining room and a well equipped kitchen with service lift and an additional Majlis/television room. The grand master bedroom has its own lounge area, dressing area and luxurious bathroom with built in television. The Royal Suite also has two additional en-suite guest bedrooms.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Penthouse Suite	1	Sea	As for the Royal Suite with the added benefit of: Substantial Entrance hall Maids room	6 Adults and 3 children under 12	600

Cranley Comment

The Penthouse Suite is the highest specified accommodation at the Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa, it is located at the top of the tower and is a substantial size at 600 square metres. It is decorated in an Arabian theme with rich colours, soft furnishings, antiques and works of art throughout the suite. The suite is located on its own dedicated floor and has a substantial entrance and hallway which leads to a formal lounge with bar area, large terrace with informal seating and a dining table for al fresco dining with views over the Gulf and Palm Island. There is an additional Majlis/television room, separate dining room and a well equipped kitchen with separate service lift and maids room. The grand master bedroom has its own lounge area, dressing area and luxurious bathroom with built in television. The Presidential Suite also has two additional en-suite guest bedrooms.

Restaurants & Cafés

Number of Restaurants

Restaurant Comments

The Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa has a number of restaurant and snack options to suit most tastes and preferences. Al Dhiyafa, off the lobby, is a 24 hour International restaurant serving a buffet for lunch and dinner, as well as being the main breakfast location for the resort. There is a fine dining restaurant on the 25th floor of ‘Tower A’ known as 'the twenty fifth' Restaurant, and a South African Grand Grill, also off the lobby area. Munchi, a Thai and Sushi Bar, Al Basha's Lebanese and Luciano’s Italian are all located in by the Main Pool area. There are also two pool bars, a lounge bar and an English style pub called the Underground Pub Stop which serves food in more informal environments.

Munchi

Restaurant Type	Thai Restaurant and Sushi Bar
Restaurant Capacity	Total of 163 of which 50 are downstairs 63 are on the terrace and 51 are in the Sushi Bar area upstairs
Opening Times	Restaurant 12:30 to 24:00 Bar 12:30 to 01:30
Dress Codes	Restaurant - Smart shorts with shirt allowed in the restaurant. Terrace - Swim wear with shirt allowed at lunch time.

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	Designated smoking areas in the Sushi Bar area and on the terrace only.
Children’s Facilities	Children’s menu and high chairs are available. Children not allowed in the bar area upstairs.

Cranley Comment

Munchi is located in a separate building between the Main Pool and the beach. The restaurant spans two floors, with a Sushi bar/cocktail lounge on the 2nd floor with background music. On the ground floor there is dining in an air conditioned environment or outside on a wood decked terrace. The outside dining area is surrounded by a floodlit stream with fountains, overlooking the gardens and the distant ocean. The gardens have many palm trees illuminated with small white lights providing a pleasant ambience. The restaurant serves authentic Thai dishes and Japanese Sushi.

'the twenty fifth'

Restaurant Type	French
Restaurant Capacity	192 of which 36 are inside, 28 are on the terrace and 29 are in the Bar and Club Lounge area
Opening Times	Dinner 18:00 to 00:30 Bar 18:00 to 01:30
Dress Codes	Smart No shorts, swim wear or sports wear.

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	Designated smoking areas on the terrace only.
Children’s Facilities	Over 21’s only

Cranley Comment

‘the twenty fifth’ is a sophisticated fine dining restaurant located on the 25th floor and adjoins the Club Lounge. The restaurant serves distinctive international A la carte cuisine with a French twist. There is a good choice of appetisers and entrees and a large selection of wines and champagne. The menu includes the finest 'Wagyu Beef ' which comes from cattle that have been fed on beer and hand massaged! There are tables available both inside the restaurant and outside on the terrace, with spectacular views of Jumeirah Palm Island, the pool and the beach. The terrace is not open during the peak summer months when it is too hot to sit outside. The restaurant adjoins the Club Lounge and has a live band who provide mellow jazz background music most evenings.

Luciano’s

Restaurant Type	Italian
Restaurant Capacity	142 of which 50 are inside and 92 are on the terrace.
Opening Times	Lunch/Dinner 12:30 to 24:00
Dress Codes	Restaurant - Smart shorts with shirts. Terrace - Swim wear with shirt allowed at lunch time.

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	Designated smoking areas on the terrace only.
Children’s Facilities	High chairs and children’s menu.

Cranley Comment

Located at the opposite side of the swimming pool from Munchi, Luciano’s is a typical Italian restaurant, with homemade pasta and pizzas, ideal for family dining. Outside after dark, the setting is very pleasant with views of the floodlit swimming pool and many palm trees illuminated with small white lights. Specials of the house include the carpaccio, seafood soup and insalata caprese for starters and for the main course the lasagne, spaghetti al fungi and the mixed seafood grill. The restaurant plays Italian background music to add to the ambience.

Grand Grill

Restaurant Type	Steak House
Restaurant Capacity	Total of 180 of which 100 inside and 80 outside
Opening Times	Lunch 13:00 to 16:00 Dinner 19:00 to 01:30
Dress Codes	Smart casual

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	Designated smoking areas on the terrace only.
Children’s Facilities	High chairs available Smaller portions

Cranley Comment

The Grand Grill is located on the ground floor adjacent to the reception desk. It offers guests an International cuisine with a South African influence, which reflects the management team and the staff. It provides a real taste of South Africa with flame grill steaks, boerewos, babotie and seasonal game specialities including ostrich which will appeal to aficionados of that country's finest cuisine. The restaurant also has a private dining room for 14 guests where the walls are lined with a large selection of South African wines.

Al Dhiyafa

Restaurant Type	International
Restaurant Capacity	316 of which 195 are inside and 75 are on the terrace
Opening Times	Open 24 Hours for A la carte with a buffet at the following times: Breakfast 06:30 to 10:30 Lunch 12:30 to 15:30 Dinner 19:30 to 22:30
Dress Codes	Smart casual no swim wear.

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	Designated smoking areas on the terrace only.
Children’s Facilities	High chairs and children’s menu available. 1 to 4 years old eat free and 5 to 12 year olds are charged 50% for the buffet.
Breakfast Options	Full and comprehensive buffet selection with various cooking stations.

Cranley Comment

Al Dhiyafa is an International restaurant set at the back of the lobby with seating inside as well as outside on a terrace with views over the tennis courts, gardens and ocean beyond. The restaurant is decorated in a modern Asian fusion style, with conventional ceiling fans and Asian style fans circulating the air. The restaurant is open 24 hours serving an A la carte menu and has a buffet at set times. The buffet has a different theme every day with a range of salad bars and an open kitchen preparing the hot dishes. On Fridays the restaurant has a 'Sparkling Prosecco Brunch' with sparkling wine and brunch from 12:00 to 16:00 except during the 'Holy Month' of Ramadan.

Al Basha

Restaurant Type	Lebanese
Restaurant Capacity	180 of which 120 are inside and 60 are on the terrace
Opening Times	Lunch/Dinner 12.30 to 02.00
Dress Codes	Restaurant - Smart shorts with shirts. Terrace - Swim wear with shirt allowed at lunch time.

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	Smoking allowed on the terrace only. Shisha is served
Children’s Facilities	High chairs available.

Cranley Comment

Al Basha is situated next to the Main Pool and serves traditional Lebanese food in rustic but slightly trendy surroundings or on the terrace. The ambience is more casual during lunch times, becoming upmarket in the evening. Live music is played from 21:00 with a belly dancer performing at 21:30 which is followed by a live band until closing time. Shisha is served on the terrace.

Al Majlis

Restaurant Type	Lobby lounge coffee, teas and cakes
Restaurant Capacity	72
Opening Times	24 Hours
Dress Codes	Smart shorts with shirts. No swim wear or sports wear allowed.

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	No smoking allowed.

Cranley Comment

Al Majlis is a large open lobby lounge area, where there are numerous sofas and armchairs and guests can relax around the central Onyx fountain. Because of its location, the area is constantly busy but since it covers such a large area, it still provides a fairly relaxed environment, where guests can enjoy a variety of coffees and have afternoon tea with a range of pastries and cakes.

Polo Bar

Restaurant Type	Cocktail Bar with food
Restaurant Capacity	100
Opening Times	08:30 to 02:00
Dress Codes	Smart shorts with shirts. No swim wear or sports wear allowed.

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	Designated smoking areas.
Breakfast Options	Continental breakfast

Cranley Comment

The relaxing Polo Bar is situated on the ground floor level of the hotel at the bottom of the stairs leading from the lobby level. This pleasant room has a cocktail bar to one side with casual low level drinks tables and chairs and a royal blue décor with black and white polo images and polo memorabilia. Guests may enjoy continental breakfast, a selection of sandwiches and burgers during the day and bar snacks, oysters and steaks in the evening.

Al Naii Cafe

Restaurant Type	Shisha Cafe
Restaurant Capacity	60
Opening Times	10:00 to 02:00
Dress Codes	Smart casual Smart shorts with shirt allowed Swim wear with shirt accepted

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	Smoking allowed Shisha is served

Cranley Comment

Al Naii is an Arabic style cafe with seating outside. It is located at the back of the hotel, immediately adjacent to the main doorway that leads to the hotel grounds and the beach, as well as the entrance to the Elixir Spa. Al Naai serves a wide range of speciality coffees, teas, iced beverages and spirits. It also provides a light bite menu in the form of home-made pastries and sandwiches.

Bars

Number of Bars	5
Bar Comments

The Habtoor Grand offers guests a choice of bars, including some that are part of a restaurant. The hotel's restaurant on the 25th floor of ‘Tower A’ has a sophisticated cocktail lounge which adjoins both the Club Lounge and ‘the twenty fifth’ restaurant, where a contemporary jazz duo perform most nights. For a more casual environment there is the Underground Pub Stop, which is a sports bar open to non residents, which is themed on a London underground station, with a mock train carriage as the bar itself. There is also a cocktail bar named Polo, two pool bars and a beach bar.

Polo Bar

Bar Type	Cocktail bar
Bar Capacity	100
Opening Times	08:30 to 02:00
Dress Codes	Smart casual No shorts, swim or sportswear.

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	Designated smoking areas.
Admissions Policy	Under 12’s are not allowed after 17:00.

Cranley Comment

Underground Pub Stop

Bar Type	English style pub
Bar Capacity	193 of which 153 are inside and 20 on the terrace
Opening Times	12:00 to 03:00
Dress Codes	Smart casual Shorts with shirt allowed, no swimwear.

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	Designated smoking areas.
Admissions Policy	Children allowed up to 21:00 A children’s menu is available.

Cranley Comment

Underground Pub Stop is an English Pub, styled in the theme of a London underground station. The bar area is designed as an underground train carriage and the rest of the pub as underground tunnels with arched ceilings. The decor is all red brick walls with a grey stone floor. The pub is very much a sports bar, with many televisions on display, as well as large screens showing major sports events. For fans of English football, the Underground shows live Premier League matches. There is also a pool table and darts board. The bar has a food menu serving a large range of typical pub style dishes, such as fish and chips and an all day breakfast.

Horizon Bar

Bar Type	Pool Bar
Bar Capacity	28 seated but the outdoor decking areas have vast terraces
Opening Times	08:30 to 19:30
Dress Codes	Casual and swimwear

Air-Conditioning	No
Smoking Policy	Designated smoking areas.

Cranley Comment

The Horizon Bar is located next to the infinity pool, outdoors on the third floor terrace of the tower building which sits between the two towers. The immediate bar area is shaded, with several stools at the bar. The bar serves a typical range of cocktails, as well as non-alcoholic drinks and milkshakes. It also serves a range of light snacks, including salads and sandwiches at the bar and also to the pool side sunbeds. All of the stylish furniture, including the tables, chairs, sunbeds and parasols are wooden, with padded covers for the chairs and sunbeds. Its location on the third floor with views over the Jumeirah Palm, makes it an ideal location for early evening in particular.

Al Manara Beach Bar

Bar Type	Beach Bar and Restaurant
Bar Capacity	40 outside
Opening Times	08:00 to 19:00
Dress Codes	Casual and swimwear

Air-Conditioning	No
Smoking Policy	Designated smoking areas.

Cranley Comment

Al Manara is a beach bar located on the lawn between the hotel main pool area and the beach. It is an octagonal shaped bar with a straw roof and is set on wooden decking, where some of the guests can sit. There are stools next to the bar counter and a number of tables and chairs that go all the way around the bar. There are also a large number of tables and chairs, including some tables, on the adjacent lawn. The menu comprises light snacks, including sandwiches, salads and burgers and there are a range of cocktails and draught beers, as well as milkshakes and other soft drinks.

Main Pool Bar

Bar Type	Pool Bar
Bar Capacity	8 around the bar, but service is generally to the sunbed
Opening Times	08:00 to 20:00
Dress Codes	Casual and swimwear

Air-Conditioning	No
Smoking Policy	No smoking at the 'wet' bar area

Cranley Comment

The Main Pool Bar as its name implies is located by the Main Pool and has an unusual shaded in-water seating area. As well as this swim-up facility, the bar serves guests at their sun beds and has some seating around the bar. There is a food menu serving typical poolside options such as grilled items, salads, sandwiches and ice creams. The bar serves a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

Business & Event Facilities

Wireless Internet

WiFi available in all Meeting rooms
Individual room control for air conditioning and lighting
PA System (Wireless Handheld mics, Tie Clip mics, additional speakers)
Audio Conferencing
Projector – Built in
Screens – Built in
DVD,
Built in Surround sound system in all meeting rooms

In-Room Services

High speed internet connection in Tower rooms and suitesWiFi connectivity in Resort rooms.Chargeable, access cards are obtainable from the Business Centre or via the internet.

Business Centre

The Business Centre is near to the main lobby and is housed in its own room. The centre has a reception desk to provide assistance and has three private glass cubicles each with a PC and printer.
The centre provides general secretarial assistance, including;
Computer workstations with internet connections
Meeting Rooms
Conference Rooms
Audio facilities
Printer colour / black and white
Fax
Typing
Translation services
Technical Concierge

Meetings & Events

Venue	Size (m²)	Dimensions L x W x H (metres)
Al Andalus
Al Andalus Ballroom	926	43.8 x 22.0 x 4.4	1000	840	1100	525	146	128	-
Al Andalus ABC	660	32.0 x 22.0 x 4.4	500	480	720	378	109	96	-
Al Andalus ADE	660	32.0 x 22.0 x 4.4	500	480	720	378	109	96	-
Al Andalus A	395	18.7 x 22.0 x 4.4	350	300	400	210	80	69	-
Al Andalus BC	265	13.0 x 22.0 x 4.4	200	180	200	150	72	46	-
Al Andalus DE	265	13.0 x 22.0 x 4.4	200	180	200	150	72	46	-
Al Andalus B	132	13.0 x 10.5 x 4.4	140	72	80	75	48	35	-
Al Andalus C	132	13.0 x 10.5 x 4.4	140	72	80	75	48	35	-
Al Andalus D	132	13.0 x 10.5 x 4.4	140	72	80	75	48	35	-
Al Andalus E	132	13.0 x 10.5 x 4.4	140	72	80	75	48	35	-
Al Andalus - Pre function Lobby	580	44.0 x 13.2 x 4.4	600	-	-	-	-	-	-
Al Maha
Al Maha 1 + 2	98	11.6 x 8.5 x 3.6	100	84	80	54	34	35	-
Al Maha 1	46	8.5 x 5.5 x 3.6	50	36	42	24	22	15	-
Al Maha 2	46	8.5 x 5.5 x 3.6	50	36	42	24	22	15	-
Other
Al Salat	98	11.6 x 8.5 x 3.6	100	84	80	54	34	35	-
Al Mukthasar 1	94	11.5 x 8.2 x 3.3	80	62	60	35	25	25	-
Al Mukthasar 2	90	11.5 x 7.8 x 3.3	90	72	70	45	30	30	-
Al Multaka	79	9.6 x 8.2 x 3.3	60	48	50	36	22	22	-
Al Nakeel	78	10.0 x 7.8 x 3.0	60	48	50	36	22	22	-
Lou Lou'a Boardroom	53	8.7 x 6.1 x 3.6	-	-	-	-	18	-	-
External Event Space
Beach	Undefined	Undefined	-	3000	-	-	-	-	-
Garden Pool	Undefined	Undefined	-	1200	-	-	-	-	-
Lawn	Undefined	Undefined	-	1000	-	-	-	-	-

BALLROOM LEVEL – Basement Al Andalus Ballroom and Pre function area:The Al Andalus Ballroom is located in the basement level of the hotel and is easily accessible by lift or from the street. Natural light is only available in the pre function area with vehicle access to the entrance. The ballroom and pre function area have striking marble floors and large chandeliers and are decorated in a grand classical style. The ballroom can be separated into five smaller event spaces. There are ladies’ and, gent's facilities on the ballroom basement floor level.

LOBBY LEVEL – 1st FLOOR The meeting rooms and conference rooms are located on the lobby level, 1st floor level of the hotel and are easily accessible. No natural light is available in the Al Maha 1 + 2 Function Room and Al Mukthasar 2. The rooms are decorated in a classical style with high ceilings and either wood panelled walls or green wall paper. Most have a beverage and delegates snack buffet counter. The Lou Lou’a Boardroom has a fixed oval table with high backed business chairs. Al Multaka has a large cocktail bar area for more informal functions and Al Maha 1 + 2 Function Room and Al Mukthasar 1 + 2 can adjoin each other. There are ladies’, gent's and modified facilities on the lobby 1st floor level.

GARDEN AND BEACH – Tailor-made outdoor and beach functions with customised dining setup and entertainment can be arranged.

Facilities and equipment for the Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa hotels business and conference rooms include:

High speed internet connection, modem lines, WiFi, air conditioning, telephone points, projector, television monitors, DVD player, VCR, flip chart and markers, whiteboard, lectern, microphone, microphone, stage/podium, power sockets, tungsten/fluorescent/halogen lighting, chandeliers, controls in room.

Cranley Comment

The Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa has extensive facilities to cater for conferences, meetings and banquets of all sizes. Using the Resort's outdoor pool, lawn or beach facilities, it can cater for up to 3000 people. The large Al Andalus Ballroom, which can be divided into a number of smaller rooms, is located on the ground floor, below lobby level and has its own separate entrance. It is also accessible from within the hotel. The conference rooms and the Lou Lou'a Boardroom are at lobby level. All meeting and function rooms are equipped with the latest audio-visual equipment and every type of catering option is available. The Resort offers a number of amenities for the business traveller, from high speed internet access in all bedrooms, to wireless connectivity in all rooms and public areas, together with a well located business centre at lobby level.

Children’s Facilities & Clubs

Restaurant Facilities	See Restaurants
Playground	The Resort has one children’s playground which is located at the front of the Junior Jungle Kids Club near the Resort guest rooms, Main Pool and tennis courts and consists of climbing apparatus.

Children's Pool

See Pools

Children's Club

The hotel runs the Junior Jungle Kids Club for 4 to 12 year olds, where under 4’s can join in but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Entertainment

The Children's Club runs a number of different activities each day for 4 to 12 year olds. Activities include games in the Main Pool, on the beach and the beach lawn and range from sandcastle-making to colouring and painting.

Babysitting service

Hotel staff provide a chargeable babysitting service on request, 6 hours notice should be given to Reception.

Cranley Comment

The hotel is well suited for children, with almost all of the restaurants having a children’s menu. The Junior Jungle Kids Club offers a programme of supervised activities throughout the day, both indoors and outdoors and the activities vary from day to day. Activities take place in the pool, on the beach and the beach lawn to give the children some variety. As well as the organised events, there is a children’s fun pool with a slide and an outdoor play area with climbing apparatus. The Resort also offers babysitting services.

Entertainment

Evening Activities

Live jazz band – ‘the twenty fifth’ restaurant and Club Lounge each evening

Lebanese live music and belly dancing – Al Basha restaurant from 20:00 till closing

Polo Bar – to be announced

Cranley Comment

Evening entertainment at the Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa is limited to a small, live, easy listening jazz band who play in the Club Lounge and adjoining ‘twenty fifth’ restaurant in ‘Tower A’. The Lebanese restaurant Al Basha has a traditional belly dancer and Arabic singer each evening. Generally most restaurants and bars have background music and the Underground Pub Stop has televised sports entertainment.

Beaches

Habtoor Grand Beach

Location	Rear of the hotel
Private/Public	Private
Size/Frontage	75 metres by 75 metres

Facilities	Showers Toilets near the pool a few hundred yards away Plastic sunbeds and parasols Beach football and volleyball Beach bar
Safety	Lifeguards on duty

Cranley Comment

The resort’s beach is a private beach located a short walk from the pool and features a lawn area. There are a number of recreational activities on the beach including a children’s climbing frame, swings and slides, two football goals and a beach volleyball net. At the base of the beach are a number of palm trees that separate it from the pool area and gives it a secluded feel. The beach overlooks the entrance to the Dubai Marina which is currently under construction and some daytime noise is apparent. Beyond the Marina, the new Palm Jumeirah development can be seen.

Pools

Cranley Comments

The Habtoor Grand has three swimming pools serving different needs. The Main Pool is located in the gardens and is a large irregular shape pool with a shaded swim-up bar. The pool is well served with amenities and has two restaurants with pool-side seating and has food available from the pool bar. Next to the Main Pool is the children’s pool which is designed as a fun pool for younger children, with a slide and various water sprays. The hotel has one of the few adult-only pools in Dubai; the Horizon Infinity Pool is located on the third floor with its impressive views and stylish setting.

Main Pool

Opening Times	08:00 to 20:00
Temperature	Temperature controlled at 30 degrees celsius.
Depths	Max 1.50 metres Min 1.15 metres
Size	50 metres by 10 metres

Facilities	Wooden sunbeds with padded covers Wooden parasols with canvas shades Showers Toilets Changing facilities Pool bar
Safety	Lifeguards on duty

Cranley Comment

The resort has a substantial Main Pool with an irregular curved shape, set in a large terraced garden area with palm trees, flower beds and shrubs surrounding the pool. It has a shaded swim-up 'wet' bar with pool seats and in the centre of the pool there is a small feature island with a palm tree and an ornate bridge leading to it. Two of the resort's restaurants, Luciano's and Al Basha, overlook the pool and have outdoor terraces. Although it is often too hot to use the restaurant terraces during the summer months, the pool is a nice backdrop for guests dining on the terraces in the evening.

Horizon Infinity Pool

Opening Times	08:00 to 20:00
Temperature	Temperature controlled at 30 degrees celsius.
Depths	Max 1.50 metres Min 1.35 metres
Size	25 metres by 10 metres

Facilities	Wooden sunbeds with padded covers Wooden parasols with canvas shades Showers Toilets Changing facilities Circular bar
Safety	Lifeguard on duty

Cranley Comment

The Horizon Infinity Pool is set on the large third floor terrace and has access from both ‘Tower A’ where there is a small indoor seating area and bar, and 'Tower B' where the towels are kept. The pool is rectangular in shape with an ‘infinity’ design, where there is no apparent edge on the side facing the sea, with water cascading over its edge. The pool and decking areas are generally quiet and children under nine must be accompanied by an adult. The shaded Horizon Bar next to the pool has bar stools and tables where guests can sit and enjoy cocktails and fresh juices with views over the Palm Jumeirah and the Marina.

Children's Pool

Opening Times	08:30 to 19:30
Temperature	Temperature controlled at 30 degrees celsius.
Depths	Max 0.53 metres Min 0.5 metres
Size	6 metres by 12 metres

Facilities	As per the Main Pool
Safety	Lifeguard on duty

Cranley Comment

The children’s pool is located next to the Main Pool and is set against an artificial rock face. The pool has an irregular shape and is set at a depth suitable for younger children. The rock face has cascading water that falls into the pool where the children can play. There is a cave entrance with steps that lead to the top of two slides which take children down to a circular pool set just above the main children’s pool.

Sports & Gym

Gym & Health Club

Opening Times	24 Hours
Description	The Fitness Centre/Gym is equipped with the following: 8 treadmills 2 rowing machines 4 bikes 3 cross trainers 2 steppers 19 resistance machines Free weights The gym has several large plasma screens as well as personal TV’s on the cardiovascular equipment. Personal trainers are available to assist guests. There is also a fitness/aerobic studio that can accommodate class sizes of 30 and 28 spinning bikes.
Size	Gym - Approximately 240 Sq metres Fitness/aerobic studio - 167 Sq metres

Cranley Comment

The gym is a substantial size and also operates as a private members club. It is located next to the Elixir Spa within the health club area. The gym has a sprung floor and one side of the gym has mirrors and an internal facing glass wall, whilst the other side has floor to ceiling tinted windows that overlook the tennis courts and allow natural light. There is a substantial range of fitness equipment, large plasma screens on the walls and TV screens on the cardiovascular equipment. Professional trainers are on hand and are able to give training sessions which are chargeable. Next to the gym is a large fitness/aerobic studio with spinning bikes, steps etc where classes are held.

Water Sport

Opening Times	09:30 to sunset
Description	Nautica 1992 Water Sports Centre hires and can provide tuition for; Jet Skis Hobbie cats Water skiing Surfing Wind surfing Cruises Fishing Parasailing Banana rides Doughnut rides Knee boards Wake boards Body boards Kayaks Snorkelling equipment

Cranley Comment

The Nautica 1992 Water Sports Centre is open, subject to weather conditions, daily from 09:30 to 19:00. It is located on the beach and has a full range of activities from snorkelling to Hobbie cat and Jet Ski hire. Private tuition is available for a number of the activities.

Land Sport

Opening Times	Tennis: 07:00 to 19:30 (lessons 09:30 to 18:30) Squash: 09:30 to 18:30 (lessons 09:30 to 18:30)
Description	Two Floodlit Tennis Courts Two Squash Courts

Cranley Comment

The hotel has two floodlit hard tennis courts that are located just outside the health club, gym and spa area, and two squash courts in a separate building at the back of the resort. Tuition is available for both sports by arrangement. The health club also organises fun tennis nights with an informal environment for those wanting to join in.

Golf

Arabian Ranches Golf Club

Description

Arabian Ranches golf course is a new Ian Baker-Finch/Nicklaus Design world-class desert course and is the region's first desert-style facility capable of hosting international tournaments. It opened in 2004 at the Arabian Ranches housing development and is complete with a floodlit driving range and practice areas. It is the first true desert course in the city. With no water hazards to face, players tackle the elements and one enormous twisting bunker - the desert itself - on a sprawling course cultivated from the desert topography. The spectacular desert course is an unforgettable golfing experience.

Location	10 km
Holes	18
Length/Par	7,698 Yards, Par 72

Facilities

Floodlit driving range, teaching academy and dining facilities.
Par 3 under construction due to open October 2008.

Emirates Golf Club

Description

This was the first grass course in the Gulf region when it opened in 1988. The club features two championship courses; the Majlis and the Wadi. The Majlis was the original course and was designed by Florida based designer Karl Litten. The Wadi opened in 1996 and was re-designed in 2007 by Nick Faldo. Despite a number of new courses, it still ranks as one of the best in Dubai. It has hosted the Dubai Desert Classic fifteen times for the last six years in succession.

Location	2 km
Holes	Majlis 18, Wadi 18
Length/Par	Majlis: 7,185 Yards par 72 sss 74 , Wadi: 7,263 Yards par 72 sss 74

Facilities

Teaching academy, two driving ranges (one of which is floodlit), pitching and chipping areas, fairway and greenside practice bunkers. Several bars and restaurants.

Montgomerie Dubai

Description

Covering more than 265 acres of landscaped turf, gardens and lakes, this spectacular golf course provides the player with undulating "links land" style fairways which challenge and intrigue all levels of player. Placement of the drive to the generous fairways remains the cornerstone of any good round. The flat landing area of each fairway can be challenging to find, but a rewarding adventure. With 14 lakes and 81 bunkers, The Montgomerie Dubai, the first and only example of the association between golfing great Colin Montgomerie and Desmond Muirhead, adds a distinctive variety to the golfing landscape of the region.

One of the signature holes is the par 5 fourth, dubbed the Snake hole for its saddleback fairway which doglegs towards the green, with 2 bunkers behind forming the eyes of the snake. Further on, the par 5 ninth, with water down the left, is a tough finish to the opening half. The par 3 thirteenth, a hole designed in the shape of the UAE, boasts a 360 degree teeing area around an island fairway and green, allowing for a completely different golf hole to be played every time. However, it is the par 5 eighteenth that offers a more classic test. At 656 yards it is a monster and, with water protecting the front of the green, it defies even the best player to hit the green in two.

Website: www.themontgomerie.com
Phone: +971 4 390 5600

Location	3 km
Holes	18
Length/Par	7396 Yards, Par 72, sss 75

Facilities

Driving range
Teaching academy
9 hole par 3 Academy course
5 star hotel accommodation
3 restaurants
Cigar lounge
Angsana Spa,
Fitness centre
Outdoor swimming pool
Extensive function areas.

Spa

Name of Spa	Elixir Spa
Opening Times	08:00 to 22:00

Facilities

Elixir Spa is an exclusive concept which incorporates authentic “Touch of Arabia” treatments with East – West holistic spa rituals, performed by experienced therapists. The spa has 4 carefully designed 'Therapy Suites', the traditionally designed Ayurveda Room, Rasul Mud Chamber, Tropical Blitz (airbrush sunless tanning room) and a Nail Spa which includes a private pedicure and 2 manicure rooms. Additional facilities are private female and male relaxation lounges, Moroccan Sauna, Crystal Steam Bath, Experience showers – Tropical Rain & Cold Fog Showers.

Treatments include:
Elixir Dubai Spa - Spa Treatments
Massages and Body Treatments

Elixir Therapeutic Massage
Elixir Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage
Nuat Namman, Aromatherapy Massage
Samunprai, Thai Herbal Heat Energizer
Hot Stone Therapy
Reflexology
Abhyangam
Elixir Dead Sea Body Wrap & Scrub
Dry Flotation
Rasul Mud Bath
Saat, Complete Detox
Oxy - Contour
Detoxifying Backcial

Beauty Treatments
Ytsara Na, Tropical Fruit and Flowers Facials
Karin O2 Herzog Facials
Elixir Spa Manicure
Elixir Spa Pedicure
So-do Tropical Blitz airbrush tanning

Cranley Comment

The Elixir Spa is located on the ground floor of the resort, close to the gym within the health club area and incorporates seven treatment rooms for men and women with a full range of treatments. Many of the treatments are based upon traditional Arabian rituals and the signature treatments use natural products which have been sourced in Arabia. The spa has both male and female saunas, steam rooms, treatment rooms with private showers and relaxation rooms, the mud chamber may be used by couples. There is a separate tanning salon and the spas nail bar and pedicure rooms are opposite the gym.

Special Needs

Communal Areas

Public areas within the main Towers at the hotel are accessible by lift with the exception of the Grand Grill which has one step at the entrance. At the rear of the hotel leading from the health club and spa area there are a number of steps with a side ramp that leads towards the main pool area and ‘Resort’ guest rooms. The hotel has a golf cart which is used to ferry luggage from this point and could by requested to be used by guests to avoid the second set of steps to the pool area and also to gain access to some of the resort rooms and beach garden which is some distance from this point. There are two adapted toilets with two grab rails on the lobby level of the hotel.

Rooms & Bathrooms

There are no specially adapted rooms at the Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa, however the entrance doors to each of the guest rooms are wide, the rooms are spacious and the bathrooms have large showers with only a small lip at entry. The baths are very deep and wide and have approximately an 8cm marble rim around them. If guests require extra assistance in their rooms the hotel is able to provide staff although they may not be trained in specific areas of assistance

Restaurants & Catering

With the exception of the main 24 hour restaurant, Al Dhiyafa, which leads off the lobby, all the restaurants within the hotel have one or two steps for entry to the restaurant or to the terrace area. Staff are very attentive and on hand to give assistance if required. Many of the dishes within the restaurants are cooked to order and guests with special dietary requirements should notify the manager of their needs at the time of placing orders.

Recreation Facilities

The Horizon Infinity Pool located between the towers buildings has ramp access to the bar and surrounding pool decking area. The gym and spa are on the ground floor and are accessible by lift. The tennis courts, Main Pool, and beach are at the rear of the hotel and there are a number of hazards including steps and wooden bridges. The hotel has a golf cart which is used to ferry luggage from this point and could be requested for use by guests to avoid these hazards.

Visual & Hearing Aids

There are no special facilities at the hotel for either the visually impaired of the hard of hearing. Guests wishing to bring ‘Assistance Dogs’ should notify the hotel in advance.

Staff Assistance

Although staff are not highly trained in mobility assistance or special needs they are aware of some of the difficulties guests may face and are happy to provide as much assistance as they can.

Cranley Comment

Although there are no specially adapted rooms at the Habtoor Grand Hotel the guest rooms and bathrooms have a generous amount of space and are well laid out. The hotel has its own wheelchair and staff are attentive and willing to give assistance if required. 'Assistance Dogs' are welcome.

Environment

Measures

Water Saving

Cranley Comment

The hotel encourages guests to help the environment and save water by using towels for more than one day.

Habtoor Grand Resort and Spa, Dubai, Report Details

23 July 2008 - Third Review

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