Dubai-based DAMAC Group signs contract with Mandarin Oriental to manage luxurious resort in The Maldives

Dubai-based DAMAC Group signs contract with Mandarin Oriental to manage luxurious resort in The Maldives

Hotel adds to DAMAC's prestigious portfolio which has been successfully expanding internationally

DAMAC Group's partnerships with renowned brands such as Mandarin Oriental is a testament to its brand equity and position in the market

CANNES, France /PRNewswire/ Announced at the International Luxury Travel Market in Cannes France (ILTM), the Dubai based DAMAC Group, under its property development arm DAMAC Properties — one of the region's foremost luxury real estate developers, has signed a contract with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group to operate a new resort on a group of private islands in The Maldives.

The 34-hectare luxury resort, which is currently under development and is scheduled to open in 2025, will be DAMAC Group's first foray in the tourist islands, known for its premium five-star offerings.

The Indian Ocean resort stretches across three private islands on Bolidhuffaru Reef in South Male Atoll, accessed by an easy 20-minute speedboat ride from Male's Velana international airport.

Surrounded by white sand beaches and vibrant coral reefs for which The Maldives is renowned, the resort will provide a picturesque backdrop from where guests can enjoy a variety of activities including culinary experiences through various specialty restaurants around the island in addition to wellness retreats and water sports.

The Mandarin Oriental Bolidhuffaru