GFH unveils masterplan for high-end township in Bahrain

GFH unveils masterplan for high-end township in Bahrain

Bahrain-based GFH Financial Group (GFH) has unveiled the masterplan for its mega high-end destination Areen, in Bahrain that will boast a new township featuring residential, hospitality, leisure and retail elements over a 2 million sq m area.

The Areen project is located near Al Areen Wildlife Park and Reserve in the southern region of the Kingdom of Bahrain and is in close proximity to Bahrain International Circuit and Al Dana Amphitheatre.

With a built-up area of 1.5 million sq m, the project features 16 major clusters, including commercial offices, retail units, restaurants and hotels, health and education facilities, and a range of residential communities.

The masterplan has been updated and enhanced to accommodate new health and wellness trends in addition to walkable shopping streets.

A key highlight of the Areen’s masterplan is Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain, the newest five-star hotel in the kingdom, which opened it doors yesterday (December 11).

Designed as per Raffles’ exacting standards, the hotel is earmarked to be one of Bahrain’s most opulent hospitality offerings, capturing mesmerizing Arabian charm and world-class sophistication and elegance.

Set over 131,213 sq m area, the signature hotel features 78 villas and 120 rooms which include 1/2/3 bedrooms, each with private pools and gardens. The hotel