Jumeirah International

What Jumeirah International does

Jumeirah International (legal entity: Jumeirah Group) is a Dubai-headquartered, privately held luxury hospitality company founded in 1997 and wholly owned by Dubai Holding, a UAE state-backed investment conglomerate. It owns, manages, and operates a portfolio of luxury hotels and resorts — most prominently the Burj Al Arab, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, and the Madinat Jumeirah Resort — serving affluent international travelers, wellness-focused guests, and event clientele. As of 2026 the group had expanded into European resort markets via the Jumeirah Mallorca property in Spain, part of Dubai Holding Hospitality's 34-property portfolio.

The company generates revenue primarily through luxury hotel operations (rooms, food and beverage, spa, and event hosting), supplemented by branded-residence licensing (notably Jumeirah Residences Asora Bay with developer Meraas) and lifestyle brand collaborations such as the Jumeirah Heritage Club capsule collection with fashion label Bouguessa. Its technology and differentiation rest on a traditional luxury hospitality operating model layered with long-running marine conservation programs (Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project, coral restoration, Jumeirah Eco Village) and selective wellness technology partnerships (Hapbee Smart Sleep Pads). Distribution runs through direct hotel operations, third-party management agreements, residential brand licensing, and embedded technology partnerships.

The flagship Burj Al Arab entered an 18-month restoration in April 2026 — its first major refurbishment since 1999 — which will temporarily remove the group's most iconic revenue-generating asset until October 2027. Jumeirah has 10,000+ employees and operates across the UAE, Spain, and select international markets, with growth signaled through European expansion, Africa tourism investment pledges, and lifestyle/fashion brand extensions.

Name

Jumeirah International

Legal name

Jumeirah Group

Website

https://jumeirah.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Jumeirah International is a Dubai-based, Dubai Holding-owned luxury hospitality group operating flagship hotels including Burj Al Arab and Madinat Jumeirah, serving high-net-worth international travelers across the UAE and Europe through owned properties, management contracts, branded residences, and lifestyle brand collaborations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Hotels and Resorts

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111)

akta.pro primary industry

Beachfront & Island Luxury Resorts (THAGACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Luxury Villas & Residences Resorts (THAGACAM), Luxury Wellness & Spa Resorts (THAGACAG)

Keywords

• Luxury hotel operations
• Resort accommodations
• Branded residences
• Hotel management services
• Luxury hospitality

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Luxury Hotel Operations: Revenue from room bookings, food and beverage operations, spa services, and event hosting at owned and managed luxury hotel properties across Dubai and internationally
2. Branded Residences: Licensing revenue from branded residential developments including Jumeirah Residences Asora Bay, where Meraas develops properties using the Jumeirah brand
3. Brand Licensing and Collaborations: Revenue from capsule collections and brand partnerships such as the Heritage Club collaboration with Faiza Bouguessa

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Jumeirah International owns, manages, and operates a chain of luxury hotels and resorts with flagship properties including Burj Al Arab, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, and Madinat Jumeirah Resort in Dubai, alongside international properties such as Jumeirah Mallorca in Spain. The group also licenses its brand for ultra-premium residential developments (e.g., Jumeirah Residences Asora Bay with Meraas), delivers wellness and conservation experiences (Jumeirah Eco Village, Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project), and pursues lifestyle brand extensions through capsule fashion collaborations (Jumeirah Heritage Club with Bouguessa).

Product overview

Jumeirah International operates a portfolio of luxury hotels and resorts primarily in Dubai, with properties across Europe. The core offering consists of flagship luxury hotel properties including Burj Al Arab, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, and Madinat Jumeirah Resort. The company has expanded into branded residences (Jumeirah Residences Asora Bay), wellness partnerships (Hapbee Sleep Pad), and sustainability initiatives (Jumeirah Eco Village, Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project, DUBAI REEF). Additionally, Jumeirah has launched a fashion lifestyle collection through the Heritage Club capsule partnership. Properties span from flagship urban hotels to resort destinations and international locations like Jumeirah Mallorca in Spain.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Jumeirah Heritage Club: Luxury capsule collection celebrating Dubai heritage and nostalgia, created in partnership with fashion brand Bouguessa, featuring refined minimal designs with sustainability principles including deadstock materials and fair labor practices.
• Jumeirah Eco Village

Products and services

• Burj Al Arab Iconic luxury hotel in Dubai and Jumeirah's flagship property, serving as a globally recognized landmark destination for high-end travelers.
• Jumeirah Beach Hotel Luxury beachfront hotel in Dubai hosting community fitness events and serving as a venue for sports and wellness collaborations.
• Madinat Jumeirah Resort Luxury resort complex in Dubai featuring multiple accommodation options, the Jumeirah Eco Village sustainability destination, and conservation programs including turtle rehabilitation and coral restoration.
• Jumeirah Mallorca Five-star luxury hotel in Port de Sóller, Spain, with 121 rooms overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and Serra de Tramuntana mountains, holding LEED Platinum certification.
• Jumeirah Residences Asora Bay Ultra-premium branded residential complex on La Mer Peninsula in Dubai featuring 35 residences including apartments, penthouses, and ocean mansions, developed with Meraas using the Jumeirah brand license.
• Jumeirah Eco Village Sustainability-driven destination at Madinat Jumeirah featuring interactive exhibits on pollinators, hydroponic farming, marine conservation, and waste reduction, with plastic-repurposing workshops and conservation education.
• Jumeirah Heritage Club Capsule Collection Fashion capsule collection created in collaboration with Dubai-based brand Bouguessa celebrating Dubai heritage through sustainable, minimalist designs using deadstock materials and fair labor practices.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 2,351 sea turtles returned to the wild since 2004
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Dubai Environment and Climate Change AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 June 2026Joint operation of Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project, which has rescued over 2,351 sea turtles since 2004. The project includes satellite tracking of rehabilitated turtles and releases them back to the wild.
• Dubai Sports CouncilcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 10 May 2026Partnership for community fitness events including the One Body Co fitness event at Jumeirah Beach Hotel, aiming to build a lasting fitness community in Dubai.
• Faiza BouguessaflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 April 2026Launch of Jumeirah Heritage Club capsule collection, the first capsule collection created by Jumeirah. The collection celebrates Dubai heritage and nostalgia with refined, minimal designs emphasizing sustainability.
• Ocean GenerationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 January 2026Environmental charity partnership aligned with Jumeirah's People, Planet, and Governance framework, supporting Eco Village environmental conservation and education initiatives.
• Mayan PropertiesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2025UAE-based firm mentioned as investor in Africa's tourism sector alongside Jumeirah and state-backed Mubadala, participating in USD 6 billion tourism investment pledges.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Atlantis The Royal / Kerzner International:

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/jumeirah
• Facebookfacebook.com/Jumeirah
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/jumeirah-group-jumeirah-hotels-and-resorts

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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