466 Key InterContinental Resort Portofino, The Coronary heart of Europe to Open 2026 on The World Islands Dubai

The Coronary heart of Europe, the flagship mission of Kleindienst Group, signed an settlement with IHG Motels & Resorts to launch and handle the InterContinental Resort Portofino, The Coronary heart of Europe on The World Islands, Dubai. The signing marks the primary resort property in Dubai from the InterContinental model.

This newest signing strengthens the partnership between the 2 corporations and marks the third resort to be added to the joint portfolio of IHG Motels & Resorts and The Coronary heart of Europe. It additionally enhances The Coronary heart of Europe’s rules, embodying The World Islands’ mission to unite world cultures, bridging numerous backgrounds by means of its unparalleled world excellence in structure, growth, innovation, and sustainability.

Haitham Mattar, Managing Director  – India, Center East and Africa, IHG Motels & Resorts, commented: “We’re excited to additional strengthen our partnership with The Coronary heart of Europe to convey our inaugural ‘InterContinental Resort’ in Dubai, marking a milestone in IHG Motels & Resorts portfolio. Being a one – of – a – form first within the emirate, the brand new resort is poised to redefine the leisure and luxurious house in Dubai, promising an immersive expertise for all visitors.

He added: “We’re assured in our partnership with Kleindienst Group in providing distinctive visitor stays inside a dynamic location like The Coronary heart of Europe. We stay up for welcoming travellers worldwide upon the resort’s opening in early 2026.”

Located on the centre of The World Islands, an archipelago off the coast of Dubai, the upcoming ‘InterContinental Resort Portofino, The Coronary heart of Europe’ might be strategically situated in ‘The Coronary heart of Europe,’ a self – enough vacation vacation spot spanning six islands. This transformative vacation spot will seamlessly mix European architectural appeal with high – tier hospitality, providing a rejuvenating expertise for travellers in opposition to the backdrop of tranquil seashores.

Josef Kleindienst, Founder and Chairman of Kleindienst Group and The Coronary heart of Europe, stated: “We’re delighted to be partnering with one of many globe’s premier resort manufacturers to introduce an iconic household – centered luxurious expertise to The World Islands Dubai that completely encapsulates our purpose to craft a particular vacation spot amid Dubai’s iconic landscapes. Our collaboration with IHG Motels & Resorts leverages their experience in luxurious and life-style to enhance our distinctive hospitality at The Coronary heart of Europe. We stay up for welcoming households to an unparalleled hospitality expertise, and providing a seamless fusion of Dubai’s wealthy cultural with innovative innovation and supreme luxurious, amidst the scenic fantastic thing about the UAE.”

Presently beneath development, InterContinental Resort Portofino, The Coronary heart of Europe is a harmonious mix of latest Mediterranean design and conventional Italian influences, impressed by the colourful colors and appeal of Portofino and the Italian Riviera. The buildings function vibrant facades with balconies, and a mixture of fashionable facilities, together with historic Feng Shui practices to create a relaxing and welcoming environment.

The resort is scheduled for a grand opening in early 2026 and is about to change into a beachfront haven, that includes 466 rooms and suites and providing an array of facilities, together with genuine Italian culinary experiences and an atrium showcasing the marine life magnificence with flooring – to – ceiling aquariums throughout six flooring, forming a part of The Coronary heart of Europe Coral Institute, a marine life rehabilitation centre on the forefront of environmental sustainability devoted to the regeneration of coral reefs and marine life habitats. Moreover, all items at InterContinental Resort Portofino boast full sea views, immersing visitors within the beautiful coastal surroundings whereas having fun with the luxurious facilities and experiences provided at this distinctive vacation spot. InterContinental Resort Portofino, The Coronary heart of Europe will even function a country roof backyard; a singular expertise with panoramic views of the Dubai skyline, offering visitors with a serene and picturesque setting to loosen up and unwind. In step with the sustainable ethos of The Coronary heart of Europe, the roof backyard will incorporate eco – pleasant options as a part of inventive inexperienced areas and vitality – environment friendly design components.

To accommodate a variety of traveller preferences and guarantee an inclusive expertise for all visitors, the upcoming resort will introduce the Kingdom of Portofino – an unique space that includes a children membership, children theatre, and an extra outside play and water park for kids.

IHG Motels & Resorts at the moment operates 109 resorts throughout eight manufacturers within the Center East, together with InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, Vacation Inn, Vacation Inn Specific, Staybridge Suites, Resort Indigo, voco and Six Senses.