Radisson Hotel Group, in partnership with BNW Developments, has announced the signing of Radisson Blu Hotel, RAK Central and Radisson Blu Residences, RAK Central. The mixed-use hospitality development is scheduled to open in 2029 and will expand the Group’s presence in Ras Al Khaimah.
The project will be located within RAK Central, a planned mixed-use district positioned as a future financial hub for the emirate. The wider development spans 3.1 million sq ft and will integrate commercial, residential, financial and recreational components. The site is close to Al Marjan Island and Al Hamra Village and is connected to the E11 highway, providing access across the UAE.
“Our first RAK Central project announcement in collaboration with Radisson Hotel Group is a strategic milestone for BNW Developments. RAK Central is set to become the heartbeat of Ras Al Khaimah, and we are proud to be part of its transformation with a project of this scale,” said Ankur Aggarwal, Chairman and Founder of BNW Developments. “By integrating high-end residences with a flagship hotel, we are offering investors and residents an asset class that is commercially resilient and internationally coveted. We are focused on delivering a development that sets a new benchmark for branded living in the UAE.”
Dr Vivek Anand Oberoi, Managing Director and Co-Founder of BNW Developments, added: “At BNW Developments, we do not merely build structures; we curate lifestyles that shatter the boundaries of the ordinary and redefine the very essence of the living experience. Bringing the prestigious Radisson Blu brand to RAK Central is a bold declaration of our pursuit of excellence and our unwavering conviction that Ras Al Khaimah is destined for global supremacy. This project is the ultimate synergy of iconic, soul-stirring design and world-class service, forging a sanctuary where the pulse of business meets the pinnacle of luxury in the beating heart of the emirate’s new financial frontier.”
“This signing reflects our ambition as we continue to grow our hotel and branded residential offering in the region and particularly in high-potential destinations across the UAE, and Ras Al Khaimah continues to stand out with its strong infrastructure pipeline, investment momentum, and expanding mix of demand drivers,” said Elie Milky, Chief Development Officer, Middle East, NE Africa, Cyprus & Greece, Radisson Hotel Group. “I am especially grateful to BNW Developments as we mark the start of this new venture together.”
Radisson Blu Hotel, RAK Central will feature 361 keys with five food and beverage outlets, meeting spaces and leisure facilities. The adjacent Radisson Blu Residences will include 222 branded homes with access to hotel services.
