Raffles Hotels & Resorts’ world-renowned service will be fused with the essence of Arabian hospitality with the opening of Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain. This enchanting and elegant palace resort is the country’s first and only all-villa property, offering guests a private and intimate experience in villas, culinary venues, wellbeing spaces and luxurious landscaped gardens. . Striking art created in collaboration with local artists adorns the restaurant and common spaces, celebrating the vibrant colors and eye-catching shapes of Arabian art and architecture.
Developed in partnership with GFH Financial Group, The Secret Garden Palace is both spacious and intimate. The 78 elegantly landscaped secluded private pool villas have one, two or three bedrooms, each with more than 400 square meters of space. Visitors can escape from the fast-paced modern world and enjoy a private temperature-controlled pool for maximum comfort and relaxation in any season. Raffles’ legendary butler service guarantees guests a proactive and personalized attention.
At the heart of Raffles Bahrain is happiness and a connection to the natural world. The Secret Garden thrives under the care of the palace’s botanist, who shares valuable wisdom and hosts exclusive workshops for guests, from organic gardening to tree planting, date picking and healing herbs. To do. Guests can also book Wellbeing Villas, which are designed to provide a secluded wellness experience.
Omar Akar, CEO of Raffles Hotels & Resorts, said: “Raffles Hotels & Resorts is world-renowned for its exceptional hospitality, world-class wellness, exquisite cuisine and an enduring tradition of legendary service. Raffles has a strong presence in the Middle East and this Our stunning new hotel offers guests the opportunity to explore Bahrain’s enchanting charm like never before.”
Raffles Bahrain is also set to become a foodie hotspot. Parma’s all-day Mediterranean restaurant with outdoor terrace features locally inspired fusion cuisine and collaborations with internationally renowned chefs. Yazid Ihemrahen, the world-famous pastry chef known for his artistic pastry creations at Ikon Paris, brings exquisitely crafted sweet treats to Raffles for guests to enjoy the best of his French patisserie. Bringing him to Bahrain. Guests can also enjoy his carefully selected in-villa dining menu, and private chefs can be arranged upon request, providing an unparalleled level of privacy and comfort.
Setting a new standard for destination events, the resort hosts celebrations of all sizes and styles with stunning, sophisticated indoor and outdoor event spaces. The palace’s magnificent secret gardens are designed to host everything from hidden romantic dinners surrounded by lush greenery to fairytale weddings. For smaller events, you can choose to celebrate inside the villa for maximum privacy, or you can host your seasonal event in the hotel’s large spaces.
“We are thrilled to work with Raffles Hotels & Resorts to debut this wonderful new resort in the Kingdom of Bahrain,” commented Hisham Ahmed Al Rayes, CEO of GFH Financial Group. “As the country’s first all-villa hotel, Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain seamlessly blends the Raffles brand’s renowned features and highly personalized service with Bahrain’s history and culture, offering guests an experience like no other. Masu.”
Set on an island of one million palm trees, Raffles Bahrain lets you discover the Middle East’s hidden gems, close to its namesake wildlife sanctuary, home to exotic animals, rare birds and desert plants. The resort’s prime location, close to major venues including the region’s largest convention centre, Exhibition World Bahrain, Bahrain International F1 Circuit, Lost Paradise of Dilmun Water Park and Al Dana Amphitheatre, makes it ideal for leisure and business travelers. .
“At Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain, modernity and tradition come together to provide an unforgettable guest experience and a true sense of Arabian hospitality,” added Marie Berengele Chapoton, General Manager of Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain. Ta. “We are thrilled to welcome guests to this enchanting resort, which brings an entirely new offering to Bahrain and allows guests to escape from their busy lives and enjoy the privacy and sanctuary of this desert oasis.”
The first Raffles property opened in 1887 and for more than a century, Raffles has been known as one of the world’s most iconic brands for its refined hospitality, authentic heritage and gracious, personalized service. It has been loved. Raffles currently offers a collection of 21 elegant addresses in landmark international cities and resort destinations.
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