Minor Hotels Accelerates Colbert Collection Growth with Dubai Islands Signing

Minor Hotels has announced the signing of Ampersand Beach House as part of Colbert Collection, an 111-key boutique lifestyle hotel that will mark the first purpose-built Colbert Collection property and the brand’s debut on Dubai Islands.

New Signing:
Minor Hotels has signed Ampersand Beach House as part of the Colbert Collection.

Location:
The property will be on Dubai Islands, one of the UAE’s major waterfront developments.

Opening Timeline:
Scheduled for late 2029.

Scale:
An 111-key boutique lifestyle hotel, marking the first purpose-built Colbert Collection property and the brand’s debut in Dubai.

Concept:
Inspired by the success of the Ampersand Hotel in London, the Dubai property will embody “barefoot luxury” with contemporary design, personalised service, and curated lifestyle experiences.

Features:
- Signature pool terrace suites
- Destination dining venues
- Rooftop leisure spaces
- Wellness facilities
- Social spaces for both international travellers and Dubai residents

Design Team:
- NOUMA Projects – Project management
- MIMAR – Lead design consultant
- Sundukovy Sisters Design Studio – Interiors

Strategic Importance:
This signing strengthens Minor Hotels’ luxury portfolio in the UAE, aligning with Dubai’s growing demand for experience-led boutique hotels. It also follows the upcoming addition of Dukes The Palm Dubai Hotel to the Colbert Collection after renovation.

In short, Minor Hotels is positioning the Colbert Collection as a distinctive, design-forward brand in Dubai’s evolving luxury hospitality scene.