New Kimpton Hotel Set to Open in Dubai’s Business Bay in 2026

By Ivan PetrenkoMay 1, 2025 21:29 PMNews
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Spacious hotel lobby with modern lighting and seating area
Spacious lobby planned to welcome guests. Source: unsplash

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced plans to launch the first Kimpton hotel in the United Arab Emirates. The new property will be developed in collaboration with API Hotels & Resorts and is scheduled to open in early 2026. The hotel will rise in Business Bay, a part of Dubai where offices, homes, and famous places like the Burj Khalifa all sit side by side in one buzzing, fast-moving neighborhood.

The Kimpton Dubai will offer 280 guest rooms and a range of facilities designed to serve both business and leisure travelers. Guests will find a pool on the roof where they can swim with a view, a place to relax and recharge in the wellness area, three spots to eat, and rooms set aside for meetings and events. The hotel will be situated near the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, placing it in a high-traffic area for tourism, retail, and corporate activity.

Rendering of future rooftop pool at Kimpton Dubai with city view
Visual concept of Kimpton Dubai rooftop. Source: IHG Hotels & Resorts

IHG stated that the hotel will reflect the Kimpton brand’s identity within the luxury lifestyle segment. The property will emphasize modern design and service tailored to individual preferences. Although full design plans have not been revealed, the company notes that the hotel will seek to provide a distinct alternative to more traditional five-star properties commonly found across the city’s hotel market.

This development is part of IHG’s broader strategy to grow its luxury and lifestyle portfolio in the Middle East. IHG already runs over 120 hotels in the region with different names and styles, and bringing in Kimpton shows they’re putting more energy into offering guests a wider mix of hotel experiences. With so many people visiting Dubai all year round, this hotel is expected to help Kimpton get noticed in busy global travel spots where lots of visitors are always passing through.

The Kimpton brand continues to redefine luxury lifestyle hospitality, leading the way with individually designed boutique hotels and restaurants that focus on self-expression, world-class design, and genuinely warm service. We’re proud to introduce this brand to the UAE in partnership with our valued partners, API and to bring a fresh hospitality experience to Business Bay that resonates with both local and international travellers.
Haitham Mattar, Managing Director, IHG Hotels & Resorts – India, Middle East & Africa

Business Bay has turned into a hotspot for new hotels because it’s easy to get to and right in the middle of everything, making it a natural choice for developers looking for a busy, well-connected place to build. IHG thinks the new Kimpton will add something fresh to the hotel scene in the area, which is already catching the eye of big hotel brands and smaller companies who all want a piece of the action. Further details regarding the hotel’s design, operations, and opening timeline will be provided closer to its launch.

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