Hard Rock rolling into the Middle East

Hard Rock International has announced an agreement with Aabar Properties for the development and management of Hard Rock Hotel Abu Dhabi, a five-star international hotel located in the United Arab Emirates’ capital city of Abu Dhabi. The 378-room luxury hotel will be ideally situated within the picturesque seafront of the Corniche and just a short distance from the city’s bustling financial district, marking Hard Rock Hotels’ entrance into the Middle East. Overlooking the waters of the Arabian Gulf, Hard Rock Hotel Abu Dhabi will feature an assortment of signature restaurants, entertainment and meeting facilities, including the renowned Hard Rock Cafe. Other key attractions will include a Sky Lobby on the fifth floor podium, Lobby Bar with outdoor entertainment deck and hookah lounge, as well as a 37th floor Sky Bar with swimming pool. The resort will also feature wellness and spa facilities, including the Body Rock fitness centre and signature Rock Spa. Additionally, there will be events and meeting facilities, as well as the business centre and ballroom. (http://www.hardrockhotels.com)