Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk, hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk is a hotel in Oud Metha with nearly 600 rooms, suites, and furnished apartments starting from the 19th floor with views of the old city, creek, and skyline. The building features a distinctive golden pyramid-shaped top and combines French design with Egyptian elements in its modern architecture.
The hotel opened in late 2020 and has since become a distinctive feature of Dubai's skyline. Its architecture was designed to bridge Egyptian monuments with French design, creating a connection between history and modern luxury.
The name references the obelisk-shaped form inspired by Egyptian monuments. Inside, French elegance blends with Egyptian and Emirati traditions through furniture, artwork, and regular exhibitions that let guests experience different cultures throughout their stay.
The hotel has several on-site restaurants and bars including Brasserie Boulud, Taiko, and The Nine, plus a spa using L'Occitane products and a pool lounge area. Its location within the WAFI City complex with an attached shopping mall makes shopping convenient, and Dubai International Airport is a short drive away.
The hotel demonstrates strong sustainability practices and earned a Gold Tier certification from Dubai's tourism authority in early 2024. It also features over 2,300 square meters of event space with ten different venues and a specialized children's club program called Astrokids.
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