Langham Hospitality Group’s first luxury city hotel bearing the Langham Hotels and Resorts brand in the United Arab Emirates, in partnership with Omniyat, a Dubai-based real estate development group, will open in 2018.

Located in Burj Khalifa district, Langham Place Downtown Dubai will span an area of 680,838 square feet. The $273 million project will comprise a 5-star luxury hotel and serviced apartments, adding a total of 438 units to the hospitality sector in Dubai.

“As a Dubai-based company, we are committed to contributing to the city’s iconic skyline with innovative real estate concepts,” said Mahdi Amjad, CEO, Omniyat. “The launch of Langham Place Downtown Dubai therefore complements Dubai’s strategic tourism vision to annually attract 20 million visitors by 2020.”

With spectacular views facing Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest tower, and Dubai’s Water Canal, the 167-room hotel will provide easy access to Downtown Dubai, Mohammed bin Rashid City, Business Bay and the upcoming Dubai Design District. Offering close proximity to Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai International Financial Centre, the Langham Place will feature a range of facilities including four distinct food and beverage outlets comprising an all-day dining restaurant, a rooftop bar and lounge, a specialty restaurant and a salon which will serve the brand’s signature afternoon tea, and more than 4,300 square feet of event space for corporate meetings and social galas.

Langham Place Downtown Dubai will also showcase the group’s signature Chuan Body and Soul. The spa will offer therapies based on the principles of traditional Chinese medicine using the five elemental forces of wood, fire, earth, metal and water.

“With Omniyat’s vast experience in developing luxury properties with cutting-edge architecture and design, we are delighted to manage this hotel in such a premium location in this dynamic city,” said Dr. Lo Ka Shui, executive chairman, Langham Hospitality Group.