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InterContinental Resort Portofino, The Heart of Europe will welcome guests in 2026

The Heart of Europe development, an archipelago off the coast of mainland Dubai, has signed an agreement with IHG Hotels & Resorts to launch and manage the InterContinental Resort Portofino, The Heart of Europe on The World Islands, Dubai.

The signing marks the first resort property in Dubai from the InterContinental brand, reaffirming the company's commitment to bringing luxury experiences across key leisure destinations in the region.

Haitham Mattar managing director – India, Middle East and Africa, IHG Hotels & Resorts commented: "We're excited to further strengthen our partnership with The Heart of Europe to bring our inaugural InterContinental Resort in Dubai, marking a milestone in IHG Hotels & Resorts portfolio.

"We are confident in our partnership with Kleindienst Group in offering unique guest stays within a dynamic location like The Heart of Europe. We look forward to welcoming travellers worldwide upon the hotel's opening in early 2026."

Currently under construction, InterContinental Resort Portofino, The Heart of Europe will feature 466 rooms and suites and a contemporary Mediterranean design inspired by the vibrant colours of Portofino and the Italian Riviera, which will be painted across the hotel's facade.

IHG Hotels & Resorts currently operates 109 hotels across eight brands in the Middle East, including InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Staybridge Suites, Hotel Indigo, Voco and Six Senses.

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