Dubai International Hotel, conveniently located within the Dubai International Airport (DXB), has announced an extensive refurbishment and upgrade programme.

The 530-room hotel will undergo refurbishment of rooms in Concourse C, resulting in a more stylish and contemporary accommodation for transit passengers. The hotel’s renowned food and beverage outlets located within the premise of the bustling Airport are also scheduled for re-invention, with 'Safar' being transformed into an International Food Village with offerings from across the globe.

Dubai's most loved 'McGettigan's Irish Pub' will shift from its original location at Concourse C to the new Food Village and shall continue to welcome guests 24/7. 'The Gallery' is also scheduled to undergo a complete makeover and diners can now expect to soak into a cozy vintage vibe in a new hops bar.

Apart from the promise of world-class dining, Dubai International Hotel offers travellers an opportunity to rest and refresh at any of the 72 treatment rooms of the Timeless Spa, strategically located all across Concourses A, B, and C. The Airport Hotel's Ahlan ‘Meet & Greet' - Dubai International Airport’s premier Concierge Service, and award-winning Ahlan First Class and Business Class Lounges continue to offer travelers the friendliest and personalized welcome into Dubai.

Recognized as the ‘Best Airport Hotel’ 2016 by Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards, and ‘Regional Winner - Luxury Airport Hotel’ 2016 at the World Luxury Hotel Awards, Dubai International Hotel has a rich culture and offers a gamut of services for the discerning traveller. The customer-oriented Airport Hotel has bagged numerous awards in the recent past including ‘Recognition of Excellence’ 2016 by HotelsCombined, ‘Certificate of Excellence’ from 2012 to 2016 by Trip Advisor and ‘Best Airport Hotel in the Middle East’ 2011 by World Airport Skytrax Awards. Other recent accolades include top-notch current TripAdvisor ratings such as the Number 1-rating in the Spa & Wellness category and Number 2 in the Specialty Lodging – Hotels category. Ahlan First Class Lounge is also currently rated Number 1, while Ahlan Business Class Lounge follows closely at Number 2 in the Dubai Restaurants category. McGettigan's Irish Pub is ranked at Number 3 and Asian specialty restaurant 'Cho Gao Transit' completes a formidable Dubai International Hotel Top 4 finish at Number 4.

Dubai International Hotel offers overnight as well as hourly rates for Rooms. Timeless Spa, Ahlan and F&B services are open to all passengers transiting through Terminal’s 1 and 3 of the Dubai International Airport. For more information, please visit their website.- TradeArabia News Service.