The Ascott Limited is bringing its hospitality brand The Crest Collection to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the first time with the signing of the 539 rooms and suites, Al Mahra Resort by The Crest Collection, on the iconic Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah.

UAE, Dubai, 24 April 2025 – The Ascott Limited, a global hospitality operator today announced the signing of Al Mahra Resort by The Crest Collection, on Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah, which is set to open in Q1 of 2027. This milestone marks the UAE debut of The Crest Collection, The Ascott Limited’s global portfolio of bespoke properties that celebrate the history and heritage of each destination through distinctive architecture and culturally rich hospitality experiences.

• Ascott on track for ambitious expansion in North Africa, with a portfolio of six hotels with a total of over 600 rooms across three global brands. 
• Morocco at the centre of Ascott’s North Africa growth strategy, with new signing of Citadines Bab Tangier and recent opening of Citadines Almaz Casablanca as key milestones, alongside a robust pipeline of upcoming openings across Casablanca and Marrakech

Morocco, 25 February 2025 – The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a global hospitality operator and leader in apart’hotels and hotels, is accelerating its expansion across North Africa with new partnerships, openings and a robust pipeline of upcoming properties in Morocco’s key economic and tourism hubs.