Just a little pre-warning, the new hotel in Downtown Dubai is not for the minimalist but the bohemian artistic spirit with the love for quirky interiors.
Hotel Indigo, a global boutique chain of properties, is opening its flagship location in the region and can be found on the banks of the Dubai Creek.
Set to open in October, Hotel Indigo Dubai Downtown is a stone’s throw from several iconic landmarks and attractions and is also pet friendly.
The newest launch takes inspiration from the story of the Creek that has been the city’s epicentre of trade. All of the 269 rooms are inspired by the story of the waterway– whether that’s through the surrealist wallpaper exclusively created by local artists, bespoke shisha lamps or the wardrobes with carved wooden doors, hand-crafted in Mashrabiya style with a modern twist.
The mother-of-pearl bathrooms pay homage to the country’s heritage of pearl diving, while eye-catching vibrant Moroso designer furniture adds a contemporary touch to the interior.
As for the dining options you have Open Sesame, a relaxed eatery offering a vast selection of healthy and wholesome dishes as well as brewing Dubai’s finest locally roasted speciality coffee with partner Café Rider Custom Roastery.
For a pick-me-up smoothie head to the Juice Bar/Concept Store, Bakala Jooos or, if you’re in search of a fun night out, swing by the Satwa-inspired cocktail bar Off The Wall for uniquely crafted cocktails saturated with graffiti art that tells a story of the Satwa’s vibrancy.
Located on the second floor over-looking Downtown, the aptly named Orange Feels offers a vast selection of Aperol based cocktails for those who enjoy the hugely popular orange beverage. The lively pool deck bar offers something for everyone; those looking to unwind poolside can relax in the sun by day or enjoy shisha and the chilled beats on a raised DJ platform by night.
Guests wanting to de-stress or relax can visit the wellness deck where they can work up a sweat in the gym, find headspace in the yoga studio or lap-it-out in the 25-metre infinity pool.
As part of the Hotel Indigo® brand ethos, the hotel has supported local creatives through their close associations with the Alserkal Cultural Foundation, Tashkeel and XVA gallery. The hotel boasts over 200 pieces of art and local design as well as intricately designed carpet on the lobby floor, created through a partnership with the Fatima Bint Mohammed Bin Zayed Initiative (FBMI).
