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Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide has announced plans to build a luxury hotel at Ras Al Khaimah, the fourth largest in the UAE.
Under a long-term agreement with Saraya Islands, the hotel will be operated under the 'Luxury Collection' brand within the Saraya Islands, a mixed-use destination in the heart of Ras Al Khaimah between the Hajjar Mountains and the Arabian Gulf. It is expected to open in 2011.
"We define The Luxury Collection by our guests and the experiences and services they demand and expect. Nothing less than an exceptional level of service, perfect location and indigenous personal offerings will do," said Starwood's Luxury Brands Group president Ross Klein.
"The magical destination of Ras Al Khaimah on the edge of the Arabian Gulf creates the perfect setting for the debut of The Luxury Collection in the UAE."
The hotel's 300 lavishly-decorated guestrooms will include 40 suites, all with breathtaking views and the latest modern conveniences.
It will serve a variety of international culinary options at its six food and beverages outlets, including two specialty restaurants, and offer approximately 43,000 square feet of indoor meeting space.
Guests will be able to take a refreshing swim in the pool, play an invigorating game of tennis, indulge themselves with a soothing spa treatment or simply enjoy the sun along the hotel's landscaped property, which includes a private stretch of beachfront.
Saraya Islands is located 15 minutes from Ras Al Khaimah's international airport.
The Luxury Collection Resort will occupy a prime spot in Saraya Islands.
Within this destination, guests will have access to "upscale" shops, restaurants, entertainment outlets, indoor and outdoor sports facilities, a water amusement park and 5km of sandy beaches.
