Marjan Hospitality launches major refurbishment for over 600 rooms in RAK

Marjan Hospitality has launched a major refurbishment programme encompassing over 600 rooms across two prominent resort properties in Ras Al Khaimah, signaling a concerted effort by the emirate to upgrade its established accommodation portfolio amid rapid tourism growth.

The extensive upgrades target Rixos Al Mairid and Pullman Resort Al Marjan Island, two established fixtures in the regional hotel scene. According to reporting from Ttnworldwide, Rixos Al Mairid is focusing its renovation efforts on the main building rooms, introducing elevated furnishings, finishes, and layouts designed to shift the property toward a more premium market positioning while retaining its familiar character.

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Meanwhile, the transformation at Pullman Resort Al Marjan Island involves a comprehensive overhaul of all 300 rooms. As detailed by WOW-RAK, the property will reemerge as an adults-only resort. The redesign relies on a concept named Ocean Dusk & Dawn, which draws aesthetic cues from the shifting coastal light and natural environment surrounding Al Marjan Island, bringing together the colors, textures, and atmosphere of the coastline to connect the refreshed interiors with their waterfront surroundings.

Alison Grinnell, Group COO of Marjan and CEO of Marjan Hospitality, stated that the ongoing investment aims to ensure established properties evolve alongside the destination.

"As Ras Al Khaimah’s hospitality offering continue to evolve, we want our established properties to evolve alongside it. Our aim is to ensure each property has a clear identity, meets the expectations of today’s guests and contributes to the overall quality of the destination. With new developments raising the bar across the emirate, it is an exciting time to continue investing in what we already have while creating something stronger for future generations."

Alison Grinnell, Group COO of Marjan and CEO of Marjan Hospitality, via Ttnworldwide

This hospitality push arrives on the heels of robust tourism metrics. Data from the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority indicates the emirate welcomed more than 670,000 visitors during the first six months of 2026, marking the strongest first-half performance in its history. Robust domestic demand fueled the increase even as regional geopolitical tensions curbed international travel, with domestic visitor numbers climbing 47% from the same period a year earlier. May posted the strongest monthly performance in the emirate's history, and the RAK Moments domestic campaign delivered 224,000 room nights along with additional visitors during the second quarter.

The broader tourism landscape is expanding rapidly with upcoming openings and large-scale infrastructure projects across the emirate. These include the anticipated debut of Rotana Ras Al Khaimah – The Mangroves, the opening of SAIJ Mountain Lodge by Mantis on Jebel Jais, and continued progress on Wynn Al Marjan Island, which recently announced collaborations including a Middle East show with immersive theatre company Punchdrunk. Marjan Hospitality has also introduced a new phase of accommodation at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert, comprising 35 standalone private villas situated inside the 1,235-acre protected Al Wadi Nature Reserve.

Additional development momentum extends across the destination, featuring the Marjan Beach mixed-use masterplan, RAK Central Square, connectivity upgrades at Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, and mobility projects managed by the Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority. The announcements surrounding the hotel refurbishments were highlighted while the hospitality industry gathered in Dubai for the Future Hospitality Summit World, where Marjan participated as an official partner.

What to Watch Next

• The scheduled reopening of the refurbished main building rooms at Rixos Al Mairid in December 2026.
• The debut of the transformed, adults-only Pullman Resort Al Marjan Island featuring the Ocean Dusk & Dawn design concept in Q2 2027.
• Further announcements regarding Marjan Hospitality's asset portfolio and regional tourism performance indicators as upcoming anchor projects advance toward completion.