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# Waldorf Astoria set for Dubai
- URL: https://hospitality.pro/waldorf-astoria-set-for-dubai/
- Published: 2016-04-25T02:06:46.000Z
- Updated: 2016-04-25T02:06:46.000Z
- Author: Holedo
- Tags: Hospitality Industry News, Hilton Worldwide, Hotel Development, News, #wordpress, #Import 2026-04-16 12:15

Hilton Worldwide signs a management agreement with Ward Holdings to open a Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts property in Dubai International Financial Centre.  
Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre is expected to begin welcoming guests in autumn 2017, and will join a portfolio of 25 Waldorf Astoria properties operating around the world.  
“Sound fundamentals underpin our luxury story in the Middle East, where we have seen exceptional growth in locations tailored for both leisure and business travellers,” said Carlos Khneisser, vice president of development, Middle East and North Africa for Hilton Worldwide.