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Contemporary, with a nod to Emirati culture guest touchpoints, giving a subtle and authentic vibrant Italian restaurant that masterfully combines
feeling, and making this St. Regis ‘not just a place to the taste and atmosphere of a Roman Trattoria,
stay, but a place to be’. Florentine Steakhouse, and Neapolitan Pizzeria,
Raja Zeidan, general manager at the St. Regis delivering traditional Italian cuisine with a modern
Downtown Dubai, shares: “The interiors of The St. twist. At Bleu Blanc Oysters & Grill, traditional French
Regis Downtown Dubai reflect the city’s cultural and flavours are mixed with a relaxed continental style
historical past. The lobby chandelier is inspired by the inspired by the convivial environment of the South
jewellery found in Dubai’s Gold Souq, and the iconic of France to produce a perfect blend of comfortable
St. Regis Bar is home to an Arabian Night ceiling mural Mediterranean fine dining.
which is inspired by the development of the astrolabe. The St. Regis Bar has a mirrored mural with starry
The hotel also features subtle accents of leather and lights arching across the ceiling that depicts the
bronze detailing throughout, paying homage to the sparkling stars at night as seen from the Arabian
legacy of polo and the passion for horses in Emirati Desert.
culture.” If you wish to relax and unwind, The St. Regis Spa
The finest aspect of the property is that it gives offers personalised treatments, therapies, and
you the feeling of being at home. It provides a an Arabian Hammam. Guests can work out in the
variety of gastronomic selections in a sophisticated exclusive Fitness Centre, which has a variety of cardio
atmosphere. The Library is an elegant gathering spot and strength equipment or take a leisurely dip in the
where guests may enjoy a locally inspired twist on the magnificent outdoor infinity pool with views of the
famed hallmark St. Regis Afternoon Tea. BASTA! is a Dubai Water Canal.

As soon as you enter the property, you are charmed past. The St. Regis Downtown Dubai features 233
by the calm and tranquil atmosphere; the interiors are guestrooms and 65 suites with timeless design, all
just right, nothing too fancy, but right. offering guests an unrivalled luxury of space, larger
Elegant décor and modern interiors are complemented than the average size of a bedsitter in Dubai, including
with bespoke components such as two spectacular a spacious room layout, luxurious Remède bathroom
glass chandeliers and elegant gold chains in the amenities, a rain shower and stand-alone bathtub,
foyer inspired by the jewellery seen in Dubai’s Gold walk-in closets, and views overlooking the Dubai
Souk. The stylish lobby is superbly lighted by a Water Canal or Burj Khalifa. Among its hallmark suites
huge fireplace, and a spectacular artwork inspired is the Royal Suite, which is 305 square metres and
by Dubai’s cityscape silhouette reflected onto the includes a huge living room, a pleasant dining space,
Dubai Water Canal. The halls and meeting spaces are a fully equipped kitchen, and a bar. The unique St.
ornamented with a painstakingly picked collection of Regis experience is available in all bedrooms and
contemporary art as a homage to the brand’s avant- suites.
garde character. The enormous guestrooms have floor-to-ceiling
The traditional aesthetic of the hotel exudes vibrance windows, wide open baths, walk-in closets, and
and comfort through its chosen palette of beautiful lovely coral-inspired wall sculptures. A less is more
fabrics, drawing influence from the brand’s rich approach has been applied to the design details and

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