Azizi launches US$20.4B plan for 151 Dubai hotels, 60,000 rooms

UAE– Azizi Developments has initiated an AED 75 billion (US$20.4 billion) hospitality investment strategy, laying the foundation for its first five-star hotel within the Azizi Riviera community as part of a broader plan to develop 151 properties across Dubai.

The portfolio encompasses 100 four-star hotels, 50 five-star hotels and one seven-star hotel, with more than 90 percent based in Dubai.

Once completed, the expansion will add approximately 60,000 room keys to the emirate’s hospitality capacity and create more than 75,000 jobs in the sector.

One of the projects is Burj Azizi. A seven-star hotel, an upcoming landmark tower on Sheikh Zayed Road set to become the world’s second-tallest building.

This development introduces a globally recognized luxury destination that further elevates Dubai’s reputation for iconic architectural and tourism projects.

With this, international partners across construction, design, operations and luxury branding will find extensive collaboration opportunities across the 151-property pipeline.

As part of its broader hospitality ecosystem, Azizi Developments will establish the Azizi Hospitality Academy, a training institution designed to develop the next generation of hospitality professionals in the UAE and support the sector with internationally trained talent.

This will address a critical industry challenge as massive room inventory expansion requires commensurate growth in skilled workforce.

“Our AED 75 billion (US$20.4 billion) investment in hospitality reflects our long-term commitment to Dubai and our strong belief in its continued growth as a global tourism hub,” stated Mirwais Azizi, Founder and Chairman of Azizi Developments.

“Guided by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, we remain fully aligned with the emirate’s economic and tourism ambitions, helping attract visitors from around the world while reinforcing Dubai’s reputation as a city that continues to set new global benchmarks,” he added.

The projects are being delivered through Azizi Developments’ in-house capabilities, leveraging integrated expertise across development, construction and project management. Azizi’s monumental commitment signals sustained confidence in Dubai’s tourism trajectory.

The combination of record room additions, iconic architecture and dedicated workforce development creates a comprehensive ecosystem positioning the emirate for continued global leadership as it approaches its ambitious tourism targets.

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