Atlantis The Royal in Dubai has become the first hotel in the Middle East to receive the coveted Three‑Key rating from the Michelin Guide’s newly launched hotel classification system. The luxury resort also claimed the first-ever global Michelin Architecture & Design Award, making it a standout on the world stage.
Michelin’s Highest Honor Comes to Dubai
As Michelin expanded its globally respected guide to include hotels, it introduced a new “Keys” system to rank exceptional properties. Among 44 Gulf-based hotels recognized in the inaugural edition, Atlantis The Royal stood alone in achieving the prestigious Three‑Key rating — placing it among just 142 hotels worldwide in this elite category.
This recognition places the Dubai resort shoulder to shoulder with iconic properties such as Aman New York, The Savoy in London, and Rosewood in Hong Kong.
Award-Winning Architecture That Redefines the Skyline
In addition to its Three‑Key rating, Atlantis The Royal also received Michelin’s global award for architecture and design, praised for its bold and innovative approach. The property features six interlinked towers with cantilevered terraces, forming a vertical resort that blends indoor and outdoor living.
Michelin’s inspectors described the design as “a dramatic reinterpretation of the skyscraper,” applauding its striking presence on the Dubai skyline. With lush gardens, infinity pools, and a focus on spatial harmony, the architecture turns the building into a living, breathing destination.
A Landmark Among Global Contenders
Atlantis The Royal beat out leading international resorts including entries from Saudi Arabia, Brazil, Japan, and Croatia. The win reflects not only its visionary design but also the rise of the UAE as a leader in global luxury and innovation.
Leadership Speaks
Olivier Bonard, General Manager and Senior Vice President of Atlantis The Royal, expressed his pride in the team behind the success. “This achievement is a reflection of our team’s relentless dedication and shared vision to redefine what luxury hospitality means in the region and beyond,” he said. He also highlighted the continued support of Kerzner International as a key driver of the property’s accomplishments.
More Than a Hotel — A Destination
Atlantis The Royal offers a comprehensive luxury experience, featuring:
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795 rooms and suites
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16 award-winning restaurants, lounges, and bars
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A Michelin-starred restaurant by Heston Blumenthal
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The first-ever beach club concept by Nobu
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The glamorous Carbone Dubai, which recently hosted a star-studded launch
The hotel is part of the larger Atlantis Dubai group, which now holds six Michelin stars — the highest number for any hospitality group in the Middle East.
With its record-setting Three‑Key Michelin rating and the inaugural global design award, Atlantis The Royal has firmly established itself as a symbol of excellence in architecture, luxury, and hospitality. More than just a hotel, it is a bold statement of what the future of travel looks like in the heart of Dubai.
