What to expect at Wynn Al Marjan Island: Entertainment and art collection to rooms and restaurants
Wynn Al Marjan Island, the UAE’s first gaming resort, is on track to open next year. The date of the hotel's grand opening has, however, been pushed back to September 2027. The US hotel company, famed for its casinos and gaming, had initially been slated to open in Ras Al Khaimah in spring next year; the delay has been linked, in part, to the Iran war. Having secured the country’s first gaming…
Wynn Al Marjan Island, the UAE's inaugural gaming resort, is set to open its doors next year, with a tentative grand opening date of September 2027 after an initial September 2026 target. The US-based hotel corporation, renowned for its casinos and gaming establishments, delayed the opening due to the Iran war. The resort, granted the country's first gaming license in 2024, is anticipated to attract a significant influx of tourists to Ras Al Khaimah.
Standing 305 meters tall across 70 stories, the resort will offer a plethora of amenities, including a spa, salon, 22 restaurants, shopping, a theater, 360-degree water views, a marina, and a private beach stretching 420 meters.
The gaming and gambling aspect of the resort, initially announced in January 2022, will operate under a 15-year exclusive gaming license for Ras Al Khaimah, renewable but not extendable to the entire UAE. The General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA) will oversee access to the gaming area, with "gaming" referring to gambling in the US, although gambling remains illegal in the UAE.
Entertainment is a key focus at Wynn Al Marjan Island, with the property partnering with the immersive theatre company behind the global hit Sleep No More. The Ras Al Khaimah resort will host Punchdrunk's first production in the Middle East and North Africa, a unique theatrical experience blending live music, dance, and immersive theatre.
Additionally, a "Sea of Dreams" show featuring water, animation, and lighting will be visible from most of the 22 restaurants and lounges. Other entertainment offerings include a supper club, Delilah, featuring nightly live music and exclusive performances, as well as guest DJs at various clubs and lounges.
The resort will offer a diverse range of dining options, with 22 restaurants and lounges set to open upon its grand opening. These establishments will showcase a variety of cuisines, including Indo-Persian, Italian, Lebanese, Indian, Greek, and Japanese, alongside a food hall, pool bars, and a lobby bar. Alain Ducasse, a celebrated French chef, will helm a steakhouse at the resort.
Rooms and suites at Wynn Al Marjan Island will total 1,530, categorized into 10 distinct types, ranging from the prestigious "Enclave" rooms located in the top floors of the central tower to townhouse accommodations. Upon opening, the resort will rank among the largest hotels in the UAE in terms of room count, surpassing JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, which currently holds the title with 1,608 rooms.
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