New tallest hotel in the world opens in Dubai

New tallest hotel in the world opens in Dubai
Gevora Hotel consists of 75 floors and measures 356 metres in height.- Supplied photo

Dubai - Dubai's JW Marriott Marquis currently wears the crown of worlds' tallest hotel.



By Waheed Abbas

Published: Sat 10 Feb 2018, 11:00 PM

Last updated: Mon 12 Feb 2018, 10:05 AM

The world's next tallest hotel opened its door in Dubai on Monday, February 12.
Located on the Sheikh Zayed Road near the Dubai International Financial Centre, the Gevora Hotel has been built by Majid Al Attar.
Dubai's JW Marriott Marquis currently wears the crown of worlds' tallest hotel.
Housing 528 keys,  Gevora Hotel consists of 75 floors and measures 356 metres in height.
The property is also equipped with a pool, Jacuzzi, health club and luxury spa for its residents and visitors on the 71st floor. It also has five restaurants offering international and local cuisines.
It has 232 Deluxe Rooms, 265 one-bed room deluxe and 31 two-bedroom suites.
The highest view restaurant is located at the rooftop, giving panoramic view over the entire city.
waheedabbas@khaleejtimes.com


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