Key Takeaways
- Structure: 31 floors, 318 rooms and 27 suites, all with views over the Arabian Gulf and a private balcony.
- Design: Created by architecture studio Aedas (Global Design Principal Ignacio Gomez), inspired by Al Khous, the woven palm frond technique from the coastal tradition of the Emirates, with a roof shaped like two upturned canoes.
- Positioning: The third W Hotel in the Emirates, the first from the brand with a maritime identity; Green Key certification for sustainability; the Emirates debut of British fitness concept 1Rebel/FIT across 2,500 square meters.
A tower inspired by the Gulf's nautical tradition
On the coast of Jumeirah Beach, in Dubai Marina, stands W Dubai – Mina Seyahi, which opened in spring 2022. The 31-story tower was designed by Aedas, an architecture studio led by Global Design Principal Ignacio Gomez. The design concept draws on Al Khous, the ancient palm frond weaving technique tied to fishing and boat-building in the coastal tradition of the Emirates.
The steel and aluminum facade reflects the light of the Arabian Gulf, creating a mirage-like effect that shifts throughout the day. The tower's roof echoes the shape of two upturned canoes, an element visible from a distance and directly linked to the region's maritime history. At the entrance stands a tree brought from the Emirates, a symbolic nod to the trade that shaped Dubai's development.
Rooms, suites and views over the Arabian Gulf
The hotel features 318 rooms and 27 suites, all with a private balcony and views over the Arabian Gulf. From the rooms, guests can see the Dubai Marina skyline, Palm Jumeirah island and the Ain Dubai observation wheel. The flagship suite is the Extreme WOW Suite, located on the thirtieth floor and spanning 285 square meters, with two bedrooms, a living room, a dining area and a panoramic balcony.
Multi-level dining offerings
The food and beverage lineup includes several distinct concepts. Ginger Moon is the W brand's urban beach club, featuring an infinity pool that meets the Gulf and a pan-Asian menu. On the 31st floor sits Attiko, a rooftop lounge with pan-Asian cuisine and 360-degree views. Farrago is the contemporary Arabic lounge, where a mixologist known as "Al Hakawati" (the traditional storyteller) crafts cocktails built around narrative themes.
Rounding out the offerings are Bussola, a two-level Italian restaurant, Fish Beach Taverna for Greek-Turkish cuisine by the sea, Bounty Beets with organic, gluten-free and vegan options, and Papillon, an evening concept featuring cabaret performances.
Wellness and fitness
The BAR-B Spa offers four treatment rooms, with a concept that blends social interaction into the wellness journey. The 1Rebel/FIT fitness center, marking its debut in the Emirates, spans 2,500 square meters across two floors.
Positioning in Dubai's hotel market
Located in Dubai Marina, near JBR Walk and the coast's beach clubs, W Dubai – Mina Seyahi is the third W-branded hotel in the Emirates and the first with an identity directly tied to local maritime tradition. The property has earned Green Key certification, an international recognition for sustainability in the tourism sector.
GPS Coordinates: 25.1972, 55.2744
