A new Hilton resort will be part of the Dh12-billion ($3.2 billion) development plan announced by UAE-based Miral, which oversees the development of Yas Island, further positioning the island among the world’s top destinations.

Set to open in 2019, the Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island Resort will be located in the Yas Bay, a 3-km stretch that is anticipated to become one of the most iconic and vibrant waterfront destinations in the region.

The resort’s facilities will include a multi-purpose conference centre, seven dining outlets and an innovative urban beach concept with an infinity pool suspended above the waters of the Arabian Gulf.

The resort is also located near the 18,000-capacity Yas Arena, a multi-purpose indoor arena designed to host large and intimate scale events including sporting competitions, major cultural performances, concerts and meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (Mice) activities.

BR Kiran, the chief portfolio officer of Miral, said: “We are proud to announce our partnership with Hilton which represents another milestone in our journey to establish Yas Island as a top global destination."

"The creation of a world-class family resort at the heart of Yas Bay, our iconic waterfront development, will provide visitors with a five-star opportunity to extend their leisure and business stays and enjoy the unique attractions and memorable experiences that only Yas Island can offer,” he noted.

Carlos Khneisser, vice president, development, Mena, Hilton said: “This represents a landmark deal for Hilton and puts us at the forefront of the transformational journey Yas Island is undertaking to become one of the world’s top leisure destinations."

"Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island Resort is indicative of the calibre of project we are looking at for our resort portfolio here in the Middle East,” he added.- TradeArabia News Service