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Radisson Hotel Group expands its footprint in Dubai with the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights

Brussels/Dubai - 14 May 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights is a 537-room five-star city hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, affiliated with Radisson Blu, part of Radisson Hotel Group. Located in Barsha Heights, the hotel offers spacious rooms and suites, five restaurants and bars, 16 meeting and event spaces, a spa and fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool, and a Kids’ Club for business travelers, leisure guests, families, and extended-stay visitors. 
 
Located in one of Dubai’s most connected business and lifestyle districts, combining extensive meeting facilities, varied dining experiences, family-friendly amenities, and easy access to key commercial and leisure destinations. 
 
The opening marks another important addition to Radisson Hotel Group’s growing portfolio in the UAE and strengthens the presence of Radisson Blu in Dubai. Known for stylish accommodation, thoughtful service, and memorable guest experiences, Radisson Blu is designed for travelers looking to make the most of their stay, whether visiting for business, leisure, meetings, or a longer city break.  
 
 Tim Cordon, Chief Operating Officer, Middle East, Africa & Southeast Asia Pacific, Radisson Hotel Group, comments: “The opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights marks another important addition to our growing portfolio in the UAE and reflects our continued focus on strengthening our presence in key urban destinations across the region. With its prime location, spacious accommodation, vibrant dining offering, and extensive meeting facilities, the hotel is exceptionally well-positioned to serve the needs of both business and leisure travelers.”  
 
Location 
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights is located in Barsha Heights, one of Dubai’s well-connected urban districts. The hotel provides convenient access to key business areas including Dubai Internet City, Dubai Media City, and Knowledge Park, while also placing guests within easy reach of Mall of the Emirates, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina, and JBR. 
 
With nearby metro access and an approximate 25 to 30-minute drive from Dubai International Airport, the hotel is well positioned for corporate travelers, city explorers, families, and guests looking for a practical base in Dubai. 
 
Accommodation 
The hotel features 537 rooms and suites designed for comfort, convenience, and flexibility. Accommodation options support a wide range of guest needs, from short business stays and weekend breaks to longer visits and family travel. 
 
Rooms and suites combine generous space with practical amenities, reflecting Radisson Blu’s focus on creating stylish, comfortable stays in some of the world’s most captivating destinations.  
 
Dining and bars 
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights offers five restaurants and bars for hotel guests and local visitors. 
 
Channels, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, serves international buffet and à la carte options, with live cooking stations. Nelson’s brings the atmosphere of a British-style pub to Barsha Heights, while Prego’s offers classic Italian dining in a relaxed setting. The Terrace provides an outdoor lounge bar experience, and Connexions, the hotel’s lobby lounge, serves coffee, pastries, sandwiches, and light meals throughout the day. 
 
Together, the dining venues position the hotel as a social and lifestyle hub for the surrounding community, as well as a convenient choice for guests staying in the city. 
 
Wellness and leisure 
The hotel includes a spa with treatment and massage facilities, a fitness center with cardio and strength-training equipment, sauna and steam rooms, and an outdoor temperature-controlled swimming pool located on the first floor. 
 
For families and longer-stay guests, the property also features a Kids’ Club and additional leisure amenities designed to make city stays more comfortable and convenient. 
 
Meetings and events 
For business travel, corporate gatherings, and private functions, Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights offers 16 meeting and event spaces. The largest venue can host up to 250 guests. 
 
Meeting facilities include modern audiovisual technology, flexible room layouts, and natural daylight in selected spaces, making the hotel a strong choice for conferences, workshops, business meetings, social events, and private celebrations. 
 
Sherif Madkour, General Manager, Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights, comments: “The opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights represents a significant milestone for us and for the continued evolution of Barsha Heights as a leading business and lifestyle destination in Dubai. With 537 spacious rooms, vibrant dining venues, and comprehensive meeting facilities, we are proud to introduce a hotel designed to meet the needs of today’s modern traveler. This property is more than a hotel, it is a dynamic social and business hub that will serve both our international guests and the local community.” 
 
With its central Barsha Heights location, 537 rooms and suites, five dining venues, extensive meeting facilities, wellness amenities, and family-friendly offering, Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights brings a versatile new hospitality address to one of Dubai’s most connected districts. 
 
 
For bookings and hotel details, visit Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights on RadissonHotels.com 
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Field Details
Hotel name Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights 
Brand Radisson Blu, part of Radisson Hotel Group 
Opening Date 01 April 2026 
Address Barsha Heights, Dubai, United Arab Emirates 
Location Located in Barsha Heights, close to Dubai Internet City, Dubai Media City, and Knowledge Park. Within easy reach of Mall of the Emirates, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina, and JBR. Nearby metro access available 
Nearest airport(s) Dubai International Airport: approximately 25 to 30 minutes by car 
Category Five-star city hotel 
Rooms 537 rooms and suites 
Dining & Bars Channels: all-day dining restaurant with international buffet, à la carte options, and live cooking stations; Nelson’s: British-style pub; Prego’s: Italian restaurant; The Terrace: outdoor lounge bar; Connexions: lobby lounge serving coffee, pastries, sandwiches, and light meals 
Wellness & Leisure Spa with treatment and massage facilities; fitness center with cardio and strength-training equipment; sauna and steam rooms; outdoor temperature-controlled swimming pool; Kids’ Club 
Meetings 16 meeting and event spaces; largest venue hosts up to 250 guests; flexible layouts, modern audiovisual technology, and natural daylight in selected spaces 
Best for Business, leisure, families, extended stays, bleisure, meetings, corporate events, private functions, and city breaks 
Key features Prime Barsha Heights location; 537 rooms and suites; five restaurants and bars; 16 meeting and event spaces; spa and fitness center; outdoor swimming pool; Kids’ Club; nearby metro access; close to Dubai’s key business and leisure districts 
Booking URL Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Barsha Heights on RadissonHotels.com 
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