Global hotel brand Courtyard by Marriott has officially opened its first Marriott endorsed hotel in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Developed by Aldar Properties, Courtyard by Marriott World Trade Center, Abu Dhabi brings with it a fresh new brand identity, first-class modern facilities and an impressive experience in the city.

Courtyard by Marriott World Trade Center, Abu Dhabi is perfectly positioned adjacent to the city’s World Trade Center Mall, and the Burj Mohammed Bin Rashid and is a five minute walk from the Corniche.

The Courtyard by Marriott brand is aimed at the young business traveller, looking for modern essentials, connectivity to the digital world and offers 195 spacious and smartly appointed guest rooms including: king and double rooms, as well as junior suites, and plenty more options for them to have a little fun in between their business working schedules. Guests can spend some ‘me time’ relaxing in the hotel’s gymnasium, rooftop swimming pool and whirlpool before heading to one of the three exciting food and beverage concepts available.

Guests can chill out at the Fifth Street Café, the ultimate neighbourhood hangout - ideal for people looking for a central location, delicious home-cooked food and a chilled vibe to work, meet friends or just watch the world go by. Focused on offering wholesome home-cooked meals, deliciously fresh pastries and cakes and the freshest coffee, Fifth Street Café is perfect for people on the go, with the corporate corner complete with giant table, power points and free wi-fi throughout.
 
For something a little more sophisticated, visitors can unwind at Up and Below, the brand new chic and stylish rooftop bar and lounge, located on the 12th floor of the hotel. Alternatively, for a relaxed all-day-dining option guests can try the Bistro, which offers a sumptuous buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner showcasing the best of local and international favourites as well as an a la carte menu.

Talal Al Dhiyebi, chief development officer at Aldar said: “The launch of the Courtyard by Marriott completes the World Trade Center Abu Dhabi portfolio, adding a quality hotel element to the mixed use development. Located in the heart of the city, World Trade Center Abu Dhabi offers a meeting point where people can live, do business, be entertained, shop and dine in a truly diverse and vibrant community”.
 
Richard Bleakley, general manager of the Courtyard by Marriott World Trade Center, Abu Dhabi said: “We are extremely proud to be opening the first Courtyard by Marriott hotel in the capital and believe this is the first step on an exciting journey. The hotel has a young, friendly and vibrant team with more than 31 nationalities and unique food and beverage concepts - which compliments the local market and has free wi-fi for every guest. It is perfect for people looking for a great business base, but also wanting to make the most out of their spare time while staying in the capital.” – TradeArabia News Service