Ardee Developments Signs With Fairmont Hotels & Resorts To Launch Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island And Fairmont Al Marjan Island Hotel

Al Marjan Island Welcomes Fairmont Hotels

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, along with Ardee Developments, a new player in the UAE’s real estate market, has declared a strategic alliance to establish Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island and the Fairmont Al Marjan Island hotel. Both developments will be located in the newly launched Ardee Al Marjan Island, a coastal community in Ras Al Khaimah's natural surroundings.

This project merges Fairmont’s standards in luxury hospitality with Ardee Developments’ knowledge in luxury real estate, creating new benchmarks and delivering guest experiences in Ras Al Khaimah. Scheduled to open by the end of 2028, the Fairmont Al Marjan Hotel will include 250 rooms, and Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island will provide 519 residences.

The partnership was officially established at a signing ceremony attended by Romeo Abdo, Founder of Ardee Developments, and Omer Acar, CEO of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, along with senior representatives from both organizations.

Omer Acar, Chief Executive Officer, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, commented: “We are delighted to be partnering with Ardee Developments and are confident that together we will bring a new standard of luxury hospitality and residential living to Ras Al Khaimah. As one of the UAE’s fastest-growing destinations, Ras Al Khaimah presents a compelling opportunity for strategic expansion. With its natural beauty, ambitious vision for tourism, and growing appeal among global travelers and investors, the Emirate is perfectly aligned with Fairmont’s brand values and future-forward growth strategy. Ardee Developments is a true visionary in the industry and combined with Fairmont’s storied history, Fairmont Residences Al Marjan Island and Fairmont Al Marjan Island hotel are set to bring two landmark properties to the Emirate, building on Fairmont’s esteemed heritage.”

Romeo Abdo, Founder of Ardee Developments, commented: “Our collaboration with Fairmont marks a major milestone in our journey to bring elevated beachfront living to the UAE. Ardee Al Marjan Island is more than just a development - it’s a thoughtfully curated coastal lifestyle destination, designed around the evolving needs of modern residents and global travelers who value luxury, connection, and community. With Fairmont’s legacy of hospitality excellence, we are setting a new standard for living and leisure in Ras Al Khaimah.”

Ardee Al Marjan Island, with its forward-thinking design and community-centric approach, is set to boost Ras Al Khaimah’s attractiveness as one of the region’s most promising investment and tourism hotspots, aligning with the emirate’s long-term development goals. Since 1907, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has been a cherished luxury hospitality brand and a leader in sustainability, spearheading growth in the wider region, including Ras Al Khaimah.

The project expands a collection of 20 Fairmont Residences, offering the tranquillity of Fairmont combined with the comfort of home. The residences are located from Los Angeles, USA, to Rabat and Marrakech in Morocco and Mayakoba in Mexico. Recognized worldwide for its luxury residential expertise, Fairmont has 18 Residences projects underway. This initiative is backed by Accor One Living, a platform dedicated to designing and managing innovative mixed-use hospitality solutions tailored for a new wave of investors and homeowners.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of Accor’s luxury lineup, captivates guests with destinations that honour culture, heritage, and timeless elegance. Fairmont manages 13 properties in the Middle East and has over 30 hotels in development, with new openings planned for Udaipur, Bangkok, Tokyo, Hanoi, New Orleans, and the English countryside.