Wyndham Hotel Group, the world's largest hotel company with approximately 7,410 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation, announced Monday plans for the first TRYP by Wyndham hotel in the Middle East, following the signing of a management agreement with Omega I, a subsidiary of British-owned developer The First Group. The property is currently planned to be the select-service brand's largest in the world on opening in Dubai, anticipated for late 2016. The announcement, which will see the 672-room TRYP by Wyndham Dubai developed in the city's TECOM district, comes just months after the two companies revealed plans to introduce the first upscale Wyndham Hotels and Resorts property to the United Arab Emirates in the exclusive Dubai Marina in the next three years. Through the addition of TRYP by Wyndham Dubai, Wyndham Hotel Group offers travellers an even greater choice of hotel experiences and price points in the Middle East with over 30 hotels across multiple brands currently open and operating. These range from the luxurious, upper-upscale Wyndham Grand Regency Doha, to the stylish and comfortable Ramada® hotels in locations including Dubai, Beirut, Manama, Muscat and Jeddah, as well as comfortable economy options under the Howard Johnson and Days Inn brands, including the recently opened Days Hotel Olaya in Riyadh. In addition, the company recently announced plans to introduce the iconic Super 8 economy brand to Saudi Arabia. “With such a diverse portfolio of brands, Wyndham Hotel Group offers a unique breadth of choice and the benefits of Wyndham Rewards, the world's largest hotel loyalty program by number of participating hotels,” said Rui Barros, Wyndham Hotel Group's senior vice president and managing director for Europe, Middle East and Africa. “We are thrilled to deliver these hotels through strong partnerships with companies such as The First Group, which share our ambition and passion for creating great guest experiences for business and leisure travellers around the world.” The four-star TRYP by Wyndham Dubai will be located in the heart of the Al Barsha South business district, within easy reach of attractions including Mall of the Emirates and The Palm Jumeirah. The brand's differentiating “Own the City” service culture, which openly displays passion for guests and for the cosmopolitan cities in which TRYP by Wyndham properties are located, aims to help guests make the most of their travels. A concierge, on-site parking and nearby metro station will ensure guests can fully explore all that the bustling city of Dubai has to offer. Hotel facilities will include expansive meeting space, a spa and gymnasium and a wide variety of food and beverage outlets including all-day dining and speciality restaurants, as well as a coffee shop, lounge area and bar. With construction already underway, the hotel is expected to create some 500 jobs in the city and will be managed by Wyndham Hotel Group (UK) Limited, or one of its affiliates, adding to Wyndham Hotel Group's growing portfolio of managed hotels around the world. “We are delighted about our expanding partnership with Wyndham Hotel Group and what it will mean for our owners,” commented The First Group's co-founder and joint-chairman, Danny Lubert. — SG
