IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed two hotels in the United Arab Emirates with Nooa Holdings, bringing its conversion brand, Garner Hotels, to the Middle East. The hotels are expected to open in 2026 and will add a combined 285 keys to IHG’s portfolio in the country.
Garner Hotel Ras Al Khaimah Downtown will have 204 keys. The converted hotel will be by the creek in Al Nakheel, close to Al Naeem Mall and approximately 15 minutes from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport.
Garner Hotel Dubai Al Jaddaf will have 81 keys near Al Jaddaf Waterfront, between Downtown Dubai and Dubai International Airport, and will feature a rooftop pool overlooking Dubai Creek.
“Bringing Garner Hotels to the Middle East is an important step in strengthening IHG’s midscale offer in the region,” said Haitham Mattar, managing director of India, Middle East & Africa, IHG Hotels & Resorts. “The UAE is a natural launch market for the brand, with strong demand from travellers seeking high-quality stays at an accessible price point and from owners looking for a compelling model backed by IHG’s systems, scale and global platforms. We are pleased to mark this milestone with Nooa Holdings as we continue to bring the right brands to the right locations across the UAE.”
“We are pleased to partner with IHG through Garner Hotel Dubai Al Jaddaf and Garner Hotel Ras Al Khaimah Downtown,” said Amit Basnet, founder & CEO of Nooa Holdings. “Garner Hotels’ flexible model and focus on high-quality, affordable stays make it a strong fit for these two destinations. We look forward to opening both hotels and exploring further opportunities to grow our portfolio with IHG.”
The signings respond to growing demand for branded midscale accommodation in the UAE. Serving transient, business and leisure travelers, the two hotels will broaden guest choice in Al Jaddaf and Ras Al Khaimah.