One&Only One Za’abeel
United Arab Emirates
One&Only One Za’abeel
Za’abeel Street, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
oneandonlyresorts.com/one-zaabeel
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
One&Only One Za’abeel | Kerzner International
Shareholders
Investment Corporation of Dubai
Date of Creation
January 2024
Hotel General Manager
Assuming the position of Cluster General Manager, Jan Tibaldi spearheads One&Only One Za’abeel, the ultimate ultra-luxury urban vertical resort. As he navigates this exciting challenge, Jan will channel one of the core values associated to his homeland–– Swiss neutrality–– to lead the opening of the property, overseeing all operational elements, and strategies, including building exceptional teams of colleagues and creating exceptional experiences tailored to this new hospitality experience.
Hotel Positioning
5-star ultra-luxury Urban Resort; One&Only Resorts.
Development Strategy
Imagine a place that’s the centre of everything: of culture, of cuisine, of entertainment, of business. Where the fascinating gravitates by day, and circulate by night, and where everything the city offers can be curated, just for you. Welcome to One&Only One Za’abeel, the world’s first ultra-luxury vertical urban resort in the soulful heart of Dubai.
One&Only One Za’abeel
History & Story
An exceptional urban retreat, One&Only One Za’abeel is more than Dubai’s newest place to be seen – it’s the place you’ll never want to leave. With immersive dining experiences and signature restaurants from Michelin-lauded chefs, a state-of-the-art wellness centre, and the longest swimming pool in the UAE located on the top of The Link, One&Only One Za’abeel is an unrivalled lifestyle destination. Located within easy reach of the city’s thriving business hubs, pristine beaches and record-breaking attractions, this urban sanctuary provides the ultimate setting to connect, collaborate and recalibrate amid the pulsating energy of The City of Gold.
“Za’abeel” means white sand in Emirati dialect, and this is reflected in the subtle sand motifs that echo Dubai’s sand dunes across the arrival area.
Main Strengths, Special Touch
Discover a world of fascinating contrasts: where the untold charms of Old Dubai meet the palpable energy of the most futuristic city on Earth; where the garden meets the sky; and where the traditional horizontal resort has been reimagined into a vertical masterpiece, conceived by acclaimed architects of Nikken Sekkei.
Dramatically perched between One Za’abeel’s dual towers is The Link, a futuristic boulevard floating 100 metres above the city. The Link brings together the world’s most sought-after chefs, masterful mixologists, immersive experiences, and a spectacular infinity swimming pool to create a pulsating place that is a bucket-list destination in Dubai.
Location
Situated in one of the city’s most exclusive neighbourhoods, alongside the Royal Palace and the World Trade Centre, One&Only One Za’abeel is conveniently located just 9.8km from Dubai International Airport, and 5.6km from The Dubai Mall.
Keys sites / activities in the area
Encapsulating views over the Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai’s futuristic skyline on one side, and the vivid green expanses of Zabeel Park on the other, One&Only One Za’abeel boasts an unrivalled location in the centre of this cosmopolitan city.
Walking distance to the World Trade Centre, One&Only One Za’abeel puts guests in the heart of the action, bringing Dubai’s thriving business centres and renowned attractions to their doorstep.
Fun Facts
Walking distance to the World Trade Centre, One&Only One Za’abeel puts guests in the heart of the action, bringing Dubai’s thriving business centres and renowned attractions to their doorstep.
Children’s Corner
Little ones will be endlessly captivated by our KidsOnly club, offering a dedicated program of activities and adventures for the youngest members of your tribe. Inspired by the UAE’s spirit of adventure, junior explorers will discover a constellation of space-themed experiences.
For children from 4 to 12 years old.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accomadation
• Number of suites: 51
• Number of Luxury rooms: 178
• Room Types:
Za’abeel Room King (50 sqm.)
Za’abeel Room Queen (60 sqm.)
Grand Za’abeel Room King (75 sqm.)
Grand Za’abeel Room Queen (84 sqm.)
All the rooms are equipped with Japanese Bathrooms, no-contact laundry service and stunning views to the city skyline.
• Suite Types:
Za’abeel Suite (105 sqm.) – Bathtub with a view, walk-in closet, inter-leading room, no contact laundry service.
Creative Suite (120 sqm.) – For artists, musicians, designers, acoustic walls, world-class sound system, in-suite private cocktail soiree for up to 10 guests.
Urban Suite (120 sqm.) – Dedicated to Executive Travel, creates the ideal setting for intimate meetings and long-hours of work. Includes the booking of one of the resort’s meeting rooms.
Sanctuary Suite (120 sqm.) – For a pampering wellness stay, this suite has its own stretching equipment and treatment room. Inclusive of Longevity Scan Index at longevity Hub, and one complimentary 60-min in-suite spa treatment.
Skyline Suite (162 sqm.) – Includes airport transfers, early check-in/late check-out, afternoon tea up to 4 guests.
Skyline Loft (168 sqm.) – Two-Storey suite, loft-style living. Includes airport transfers, early check-in/late check-out, and afternoon tea up to 4 guests.
Royal Suite (395 sqm.) – Open kitchen and bar, meeting and dining tables, dedicated host, includes airport transfers, early check-in/late check-out, and afternoon tea up to 4 guests. In-suite private dining experience and Longevity scan index at Longevity Hub.
• Vila One (755 sqm.): Located on 52nd and 53rd Floor, Two-Bedroom villa that can become up to four-bedroom, kitchen, cinema, gym, swimming pool and outdoor terrace. Includes airport Transfer, early check-in/late check-out, afternoon tea up to 4 guests, in-suite private dinning experience, longevity scan Index at Longevity Hub, one 60-minute in-villa personal training session daily, two complimentary 60-min in-suite SPA treatment.
Restaurants & Bars
• AELIA (Breakfast Venue)
Meaning ‘sun’ in Latin, Aelia offers a subtle nod to the Mediterranean accent of the restaurant, while referencing its all-day nature – from sunrise breakfasts to effortlessly chic sundowners, and everything under the sun.
• ANDALIMAN
Embrace the bold flavours of the Indonesian archipelago at this soulful restaurant and lounge. Ideal for all ages, Andaliman is an approachable, engaging and interactive dining experience with an open kitchen, coconut husk grill, and array of flavour-packed sambals prepared tableside.
• ARRAZUNA
From acclaimed Finnish-Turkish Chef Mehmet Gürs comes Arrazuna, a one-of-a-kind culinary destination in The Link at One Za’abeel. This reimagined food hall and marketplace celebrate the vibrant cuisines of Turkey, the Middle East and the Arabian Peninsula, with eight interactive kitchens, a dedicated lifestyle app, and gourmet produce for you to take home.
• DUANGDY BY BO.LAN
From husband-and-wife team Bo Songvisava and Dylan Jones, of Bangkok’s acclaimed Bo.Lan, comes this fresh culinary concept at The Link, Dubai. DuangDy celebrates eco-gastronomy and flavour-packed Thai food, served in a dynamic, approachable setting.
• LA DAME DE PIC
Charismatic, elegant and feminine, La Dame De Pic promises refined French cuisine from the world’s most-decorated female chef, Anne-Sophie Pic, who combines creative techniques with unexpected ingredients to craft an exquisite gastronomic experience in Dubai.
• QABU BY PACO MORALES
A leader in modern gastronomy, Paco Morales reimagines classic Moorish flavours through a contemporary lens at his Andalusian-inspired restaurant, QABU, bringing the rich cultural and culinary heritage of his hometown of Cordoba, Spain to Dubai.
• SAGESTU BY TESTUYA WAKUDA
Esteemed Australian Chef Tetsuya Wakuda brings his modern Japanese flair to Dubai with Sagetsu, a sophisticated restaurant in The Link that offers an evolving menu of seasonally focused dishes, a dedicated dessert room, and an elevated omakase experience.
• SPHERE AT THE LINK
A magnet for the city’s style set, Sphere at The Link is Dubai’s most scintillating new nightlife and entertainment venue. This seductive, sophisticated space draws the A-list for masterful mixology; prestigious spirits, wines and Champagnes; and captivating entertainment including live music, exclusive fashion events and out-of-this-world dance and acrobatic shows.
• STREETXO
From star-studded, boundary-pushing Spanish Chef Dabiz Muñoz comes StreetXO, a roguish reimagining of the global street-food experience. In this high-octane setting, the avant-garde is made accessible, with an intrepid menu of flavours from Europe, Asian, South America and beyond.
• TAPASAKE
Perched atop The Link, Tapasake is Dubai’s newest place to see and be seen. Sink into a luxurious cabana, take a dip in the UAE’s longest infinity pool, and indulge in vibrant Japanese-Peruvian cuisine and cocktails, all backdropped by uninterrupted views of the Dubai skyline.
• THE GARDEN POOL BAR
Spend your days soaking up the sunshine at One&Only One Za’abeel’s Garden Pool Bar, where a family-friendly swimming pool, dedicated kids’ pool, swim-up bar, and relaxed menu of South-East Asian flavours transport you to your favourite beach tropical, right in the centre of Dubai.
Wellness
• Longevity Hub spread across 2,500 square metres designed to be an “Urban Expression” of the renowned Clinique La Prairie.
• Award-winning spa-clinic, leader in longevity since 1931, Clinique La Prairie offers the most advanced health and wellness programs.
• Holistic journeys that offer a distilled version of the brands unrivalled science and services.
• 3 Pillars: Longevity, Wellbeing and Aesthetics.
• 28 single spa treatment rooms, and 1 couple’s treatment room.
• Expert treatments that focus on longevity, vitality and wellbeing.
• Fitness studio including the latest training Technogym equipment, guided workouts and classes.
Corporate & Celebration Events
• 6 meeting rooms, including 2 adjoining spaces that can be combined to accommodate larger groups.
• 2 ballrooms on the first floor – Solar and Stellar – for majestic events, weddings, and conferences, with pre-function areas and a private majlis (reception space).
• Solar can accommodate up to 700 guests while stellar can accommodate up to 400 guests.
• A dedicated events team on hand to cater to your every need.
• A separate conference entrance.
Extra Notable Features
Culinary, Wellness, Brand Partnership, Arts, Fashion & Culture Experiences available throughout the resort and around Dubai.
Number of employees
1500