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Exclusive discounts for our Frontliners Heroes at Jannah Burj Al Sarab starting AED 179 with added benefits. var x, y, i, arrNo = []; Burj Al Arab, the luxury hotel of Dubai is one of the fifth tallest hotel in the world. var todayStr = (today.getMonth()+1) + "/" + today.getDate() + "/" + today.getFullYear(); Book our Fully Flexible Rates knowing you can cancel and amend free of charge until 6 PM on the day of arrival. Burj Al Arab was designed by Atkins, a multidisciplinary consultancy, and led by architect Tom Wright, the shape of building is designed to resemble the sail of a ship, this unique shape has inspired the designs of many other skyscrapers or tall structures in the world, such as Vasco da Gama Tower in Lisbon and Trump Ocean Club International Hotel in Panama City. © 2019 Jannah Hotels and Resorts | All Rights Reserved. The smallest suite occupies an area of 169 m2 (1,820 sq ft), the largest covers 780 m2 (8,400 sq ft). It is a five-star hotel. While the hotel is sometimes erroneously described as "the world's only 'seven-star' hotel", the hotel management claims never to have done that themselves. A theme of traditional Arabic hospitality was infused with earth tones and fine materials from all over the world, including chandeliers, carpets and 30 types of marble. Luxury Golf Package – Tours in UAE (Abu Dhabi, Dubai & Rak). [12] The locale's name had its origins in the Chicago Bridge & Iron Company which at one time welded giant floating oil storage tanks, known locally as Kazzans on the site.[11]. She has also worked for the airline industry and as a travel agent. $("#the_checkinpop").datepicker({ Several events have taken place on the helipad 210 m (689 ft) above ground to attract media attention. She completed a bachelor's degree in political science at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Early check-in at 9 am can be guaranteed and it must be pre-booked 1 day prior to arrival. c = document.createElement("DIV"); Our one-bedroom suites offer all the comforts of home. The hotel's 202 suites, located on 28 stories, range in size from a little over 1,800 square feet to more than 8,000 square feet. Richard Hammond included the building in his television series, Richard Hammond's Engineering Connections. for (k = 0; k < y.length; k++) { Crescent Rating is the world’s leading authority on Muslim-friendly travel. [14], The building opened in December 1999. myDate.setDate(myDate.getDate() + 1); // Add 1 days x = document.getElementsByClassName("select-itemspop"); Our 5-star Jannah Burj Al Sarab hotel is located in the heart of the capital and offers guests & visitors alike the best of both worlds. if (arrNo.indexOf(i)) { if (elmnt == y[i]) { The hotel was built by South African construction contractor Murray & Roberts / now renamed Concor and Al Habtoor Engineering and the interior works were delivered by UAE based Depa. h.innerHTML = this.innerHTML; But where buildings with mixed use were stripped off the list, the Burj Al Arab would be the world's third tallest hotel. The completion of the Burj Al Arab Hotel forever changed Dubai's skyline, when the hotel, towering more than 1,000 feet in the air, opened in December of 1999 after five years of construction. for (i = 0; i < y.length; i++) { [11] The hotel is located on an island of reclaimed land 280 meters offshore of the beach of the former Chicago Beach Hotel. /*look for any elements with the class "custom-select":*/ Expect a fun-filled stay with your family in our spacious family rooms. Take delight in a 7-night stay, along with access to a golf club and be amused by the country’s renowned tourist destinations. The design and construction were managed by Canadian engineer Rick Gregory also of WS Atkins. Managed by Jumeirah hotel group, it is one of the tallest hotels in the world, although 39% of its total height is made up of non-occupiable space. "a contradiction of sorts, considering how well-designed and impressive the construction ultimately proves to be. h = this.parentNode.previousSibling; Located on the highest floor, the two-bedroom penthouses offer an expansive sea view and the very best in comfort and luxury. © 2020 USATODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, Inc. At time of publication, Burj Al Arab is the world's tallest structure with a membrane facade. The interior of the Burj Al Arab was designed by Khuan Chew of KCA International, who used the local landscapes and culture as his inspiration. document.resformpop.DateOut.value = tomorrowStr; "[26], Burj Al Arab has attracted criticism as well } /*if the user clicks anywhere outside the select box, [8][9][10] Burj Al Arab stands on an artificial island 280 m (920 ft) from Jumeirah Beach and is connected to the mainland by a private curving bridge. [citation needed], The Royal Suite, billed at US$24,000 per night, is listed at number 12 on World's 15 most expensive hotel suites compiled by CNN Go in 2012. The breakfast was also very good and had everything you need. Découvrez les offres pour l'établissement Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, et notamment les tarifs intégralement remboursables avec annulation sans frais. [citation needed], Al Mahara ("Oyster"), which is accessed via a simulated submarine voyage, features a large seawater aquarium, holding roughly 990,000 L (260,000 US gal) of water. The beachfront area where Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Hotel are located was previously called Chicago Beach. In addition to its beach-side bar, Burj Al Arab is home to seven restaurants and bars inside the hotel including a bar and restaurant on the 27th floor that offers spectacular panoramic views of Dubai and the Persian Gulf. b = document.createElement("DIV"); The Burj Al Arab was designed by multidisciplinary consultancy Atkins led by architect Tom Wright. The hotel has a spa, a library and an amphitheater. and the selected item:*/ It is supported by a full cantilever that extends 27 m (89 ft) from either side of the mast, and is accessed by a panoramic elevator. Otherwise, you may be able to leave your luggage at our concierge and use the hotel facilities until the room is ready. Both elevate style over substance. The wall of the tank, made of acrylic glass in order to withstand the water pressure, is about 18 cm (7.1 in) thick. [21], The hotel is managed by the Jumeirah Group. Whether you are planning to make an extended visit to Abu Dhabi, Dubai or Ras Al Khaimah, you can enjoy the comfort of home away from home while staying with us. var today = new Date(); this.setAttribute("class", "same-as-selectedpop"); L'accès Wi-Fi et le parking sont des services gratuits et cet hôtel propose également 2 piscines couvertes. We're not encouraging the use of the term. getDateStrpop(); var x, i, j, selElmnt, a, b, c; The Burj al Arab Atrium Water Feature This feature is conceived as a water sculpture that visually engages the visitors to the hotel. /*a function that will close all select boxes in the document, The convenient and pleasurable staycation awaits the guests. [13] Two "wings" spread in a V to form a vast "mast", while the space between them is enclosed in a massive atrium. Late check-out is subject to availability. Burj Al Arab Careers Dubai New Vacancies. They all make my time wonderful and beautiful in this place. arrNo.push(i) The shape of the structure is designed to resemble the sail of a ship. [7] Managed by Jumeirah hotel group, it is one of the tallest hotels in the world, although 39% of its total height is made up of non-occupiable space. A great choice for families and VIP guests, with large open-plan living room areas for lounging and dining, a fully-equipped kitchen, and panoramic views. }); The Burj Al Arab (Arabic: برج العرب‎, Tower of the Arabs) is a luxury hotel located in the city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. [17], Several features of the hotel required complex engineering feats to achieve. for (i = 0; i < x.length; i++) { (Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images News/Getty Images ). Featuring a sophisticated atmosphere and sweeping views at every turn, our comfortable rooms are the perfect haven for residents, individual travelers and families seeking a luxury retreat. Aside from this record-breaking unique selling point, the hotel also applies smart applications for its systems that reduce power consumption in all 318 luxury rooms and suites. var y, i, k, s, h; } The food in the restaurant was surprisingly good. The hotel can also be seen in Syriana and also some Bollywood movies.[which?]. } Complexe résidentiel et commercial de Madinat Jumeirah est à quelques minutes. } [18], Engineers created a ground/surface layer of large rocks, which is circled with a concrete honeycomb pattern, which serves to protect the foundation from erosion. [38][39], For the Egyptian city of similar name, see, Richard Hammond's Engineering Connections, List of tallest buildings in the United Arab Emirates, "Burj Al Arab Hotel – The Skyscraper Center", "Milan: Inside the World's Only Certified 7 Star Hotel", "Vanity Height: the Use-less Space in Today's Tallest", "Study: Skyscrapers Topped by Wasted Space", "Report names and shames vanity skyscrapers with unnecessary spires", "VIDEO: Burj Al Arab's 15th anniversary 'dream, "How did Tom Wright use a membranous façade to save The Burj Al Arab from becoming a 321m high oven? } else { } if (s.options[i].innerHTML == this.innerHTML) { Clean and what makes even better is (Suramy A, Mariya, Christiyan, Chuchi, and for the chief in the restaurant) they are very nice. closeAllSelect(this); The Burj Al Arab serves as the cover image for the 2009 album Ocean Eyes by Owl City. var myDate = $(this).datepicker('getDate'); // Retrieve selected date for (i = 0; i < x.length; i++) { The building contains over 70,000 m3 (92,000 cu yd) of concrete and 9,000 tons of steel. y = document.getElementsByClassName("select-selectedpop"); The journalist described Burj al Arab as "more than anything she has ever seen" and therefore referred to it as a seven-star hotel. The Burj Al Arab was the site of the last task of the fifth episode of the first season of the Chinese edition of The Amazing Race, where teams had to clean up a room to the hotel's standards.